Peggy - 'Ndoto Midnight Kabibe'

Peggy is our precious girl, born on 12 April 2025. Her arrival came at an incredibly emotional time for us—just weeks after we lost our home in the devastating March fire. 

She made her entrance into the world in a tiny rented farmhouse in the middle of nowhere, with her proud chocolate mum Jodie and her blonde dad Ben never far from the action.

From the moment she arrived, Peggy felt like a gift we didn’t know we needed. She has been a bright, steady light for our family—pure sweetness wrapped in a bundle of mischief. Even as a tiny pup, she had a spark in her eye that said, “Don’t worry, I’ve got this.” And she really did. She brought laughter back into the house long before we were settled in our new home.

Peggy is full of personality—equal parts gentle and cheeky. One minute she’s snuggled into your lap like the softest little shadow, and the next she’s trotting off with a sock, a shoe, or anything she thinks might get a giggle.

She has a way of reminding us that joy can grow in the most unexpected places, and that new beginnings often arrive on four paws.

She is resilience, hope, and a whole lot of Labrador charm rolled into one beautiful girl.

Lizzie is our cheeky girl—full of spark, beauty, and a whole lot of attitude. As the daughter of Ruby and Ben, she carries the very best of both her mum and dad, wrapped up in one irresistibly gorgeous package.

Born on 24 November 2024, she has grown into the classic mischievous teenager of the family, and we wouldn’t have her any other way.

She is always the first to dig a hole (usually right where you don’t want one), mastermind an escape from the yard, or launch herself into our laps as if she’s still a tiny puppy. Her antics keep us laughing, shaking our heads, and completely smitten all at once. There’s a twinkle in her eye that tells you she’s already planning her next adventure—or her next cuddle.

For all her mischief, Lizzie’s heart is pure gold. She loves fiercely, snuggles deeply, and has a way of melting us with one look. She is joy, chaos, and love bundled into one beautiful Labrador, and she fills our home with life every single day.

Ruby joined our family from Bonnsway Labradors in Coffs Harbour—the same wonderful place our original girl, Martha, came from. With Di at Bonnsway guiding us through so much of our Labrador journey, it felt only natural to welcome another one of her beautiful girls into our home. 

And then came Ruby, bursting into our lives with her bright eyes, boundless energy, and that unmistakable Bonnsway charm.

She is vibrant, spirited, and delightfully cheeky, with a personality that fills every corner of the house. 

But more than anything, Ruby has become Mum’s girl through and through. She sleeps curled up beside me every night, follows me from room to room, and keeps a quiet watch over me as if it’s her life’s purpose. Her loyalty is unwavering, her affection endless, and her presence brings a softness to every day.

Ruby loves deeply and wholeheartedly, and she gives that love with such purity that it’s impossible not to be completely smitten with her. She is sunshine wrapped in fur, and we adore her more than words can say.

Wilma came to us from Sumalabs in Orange, Central West NSW — a tiny chocolate girl with bright eyes and a whole lot of attitude wrapped up in eight little weeks. We picked her up, held her close, and honestly… she just slotted straight into our family like she’d been waiting for us all along.

She was mischievous from the get‑go. The kind of puppy who would look you dead in the eye while doing the exact thing you told her not to. Adventurous, bold, and absolutely convinced she was capable of anything. That independence was her trademark — she didn’t just explore the world, she marched into it like she owned the place.

But for all her cheekiness, Wilma had this softness that caught you off guard. She’d tear around the yard like a wild little explorer, then suddenly climb into your lap with a sigh that melted every bit of you. She loved on her own terms, but when she chose you, she chose you completely.

Wilma wasn’t just a puppy we brought home. She became one of those unforgettable characters — the kind that changes the feel of a house, the kind that makes you laugh even when you’re tired, the kind whose presence is bigger than her size. She stitched herself into our family with her spark, her stubbornness, and her ridiculous, irresistible charm.

She’s part of our story now — and honestly, we wouldn’t be us without her.

Ben is our resident man about the house—our one and only boy—and he fills that role with the gentlest heart. He is the son of Betty and the great‑great grandson of our beloved Martha, carrying forward a lineage we are incredibly proud of. Sensitive, sweet, and a complete softie, he is the biggest “woose” in the most endearing way, with a personality that melts everyone who meets him.

He is also exceptionally well built, with a hip/elbow score of 4:0—something we are very proud of and a testament to his strong, healthy lines. But beyond the numbers, Ben is the most affectionate male we’ve ever known. He is sweet beyond words, deeply loyal, and impossibly handsome. He knows it too—he carries himself with quiet confidence and a touch of charm that is impossible to resist.

Ben takes his role as a sire seriously and naturally. He has fathered many beautiful puppies, and when they arrive, he is a gentle, attentive presence—curious, calm, and wonderfully patient. Watching him with his babies is one of the many reasons he holds such a special place in our family.