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Award-Winning Oysters

At Gazander Oysters, we are incredibly proud to produce some of the finest oysters in South Australia.

 

Our dedication to sustainability, quality, and flavor has been recognized with numerous accolades, including the Delicious Produce Awards and acknowledgment from Eat Easy, a show that celebrates environmental stewardship and culinary excellence.

 

These honors reinforce our commitment to preserving the pristine waters that nurture our oysters and ensuring an exceptional experience for those who enjoy them.

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OUR

OYSTERS

We nurture and care for every single oyster.  

 

Growing oysters is like raising children. We protect them and keep them safe from the elements when they are tiny. We take care of them all, from 4mm babies to succulent harvest day oysters. 

 

So each and every oyster that hits a table anywhere from Gazander Oysters has our personal approval.

 

They are fresh, pure and luxurious.

OUR STORY

Our Story

Today, Gazander Oysters is a thriving family-owned business dedicated to producing premium-quality oysters with a strong focus on sustainability and innovation. Owned and operated by Steven (Thommo) and Carly Thomson, the business has grown significantly, with a dedicated team now managing the farm’s day-to-day operations as Thommo begins to step back from the physical labor.

We take immense pride in cultivating oysters using a long-line basket system, ensuring minimal environmental impact while taking full advantage of natural weather patterns—tides, wind, and rain—to optimize growth. Our premium oysters thrive in the pristine waters of Little Douglas Bay, developing their signature deep-cupped shape and rich flavor. Sustainability remains at the core of our operations, allowing us to deliver a consistently high-quality product to our buyers while preserving the delicate balance of our marine ecosystem.

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Our Evolution

Gazander Oysters was established in 2002 as a labor of love. In the early days, work was carried out on nights and weekends, with all profits reinvested into the business to perfect our farming techniques and infrastructure. Thommo, who comes from an agricultural background on the Yorke Peninsula, brought experience from diverse industries, including commercial banking, paving and landscaping, and rock lobster fishing. Carly, a second-generation oyster grower, grew up locally, with deep roots in the industry.

After returning from Atlanta, Georgia (USA) in 2001, Thommo and Carly took the opportunity to lease water from Carly’s family business, Coffin Bay Shellfish. Over the years, they refined their farming methods and built a brand synonymous with premium oysters. The business has since expanded, and their three children—Gia, Billie Rose, and Zephyr—have become active participants, growing up around the farm and developing their own love for oysters. 

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Looking to the Future

As Gazander Oysters continues to evolve, we remain committed to innovation, sustainability, and excellence in oyster farming. With a trusted team managing the farm, we are well-positioned to ensure that future generations can continue to enjoy the pristine waters of Coffin Bay and the world-class oysters they produce.

Gazander Oysters is not just a business—it is a passion, a legacy, and a way of life for our family.

SHOP ONLINE WITH US TODAY

We are please to announce that you can now order your delicious Gazander Oysters online.

QUALITY & ENVIRONMENT

Gazander Oysters is fully committed to producing only top quality oysters with minimal impact on the environment.

 

We are lucky enough to work and grow our product in a pristine and remote part of the world and are keenly aware of our responsibility to protect it.

 

The waters of the Coffin Bay and Little Douglas Bay waterways are fed by the cold upwellings from the Great Southern Ocean. This ensures that our oysters are grown and nurtured in the most pure of environments. Our oysters filter feed from the bountiful waters and this is evident in their taste and quality.

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