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The Dudes Crew

Margaret River's Coolest Wine Tour Crew...

We might be biased, but we’re pretty sure Wine for Dudes Wine Tours Margaret River have the most rocking crew driving dudes and dudettes around the Margaret River Wine Region! Not only are our team full of personality, they’re worldly, social, and have a huge amount of experience when it comes to wine and tourism! They drink it (a lot!), and live it!

Wine for Dudes are so stoked with their little team, and know that when you jump on board a Wine For Dudes Wine Tour you will be in for a day in your life you will never forget!

So, without further ado, let’s meet the crew…

Johnno

Chief Dude

John is Wine for Dudes owner and leading tour guide. He’s worked the majority of his adult life in the wine industry, and has a palate to rival some of the finest winemakers in the industry! If you’re lucky enough to score a ride with our chief dude, then you’ll be sure to have a day that you’ll never forget! Johnno’s relaxed nature, quirky jokes, and phenomenal wine and regional knowledge, ensure his groups have a truly authentic Margaret River experience that they could never get anywhere else! Johnno loves a good time, and always has his finger on the pulse of Margaret River’s social scene, or if you’re into surfing or the outdoors, he has all the best tips to ensure you’re living your best life during your Margaret River stay!

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Thirsty Kirsty

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Wine for Dudes all-round dudette has been kickin’ with the dudes crew since twenty14, and there’s nothing she hasn’t done! She’s the brains behind our renowned company policies (the best of any WA tour operator according to the Dept of Transport), creator of multiple winning awards submissions, number cruncher, legal jargon creator, whip cracker, and she’ll even jump out and take a tour if needed. Thirsty Kirsty is not only a passionate dudes ambassador, but a zealous promoter of the entire Margaret River region! Together with her partner, Kirsty also owns Treeco Arboriculture. Although less “thirsty” since becoming a mum, Kirsty's rubber arm will always be up for cheersing a glass a traditional  Margaret River Chardonnay!

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Kerrie

Admin Guru

Kerrie is the tick to our tock! She makes sure there is a guide to drive, and places to visit… pretty much the two most important factors to make a Margaret River wine tour successful!  Kerrie is a lateral thinker, in fact if you could lateralise "lateral" ...that's her! Kerrie always has a quirky solution, and bends over backwards to cater to every possible request and parameter, without jeopardising the quality of a tour! ...she's a good'un our Kerrie!

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Fran

Legendary Tour Guide

One of the most stylish gals on the planet, with a knack for pairing her lippy and earrings with the red diamond on the Wine for Dudes logo #LOVE! Our girl Fran possesses a contagious energy that’s full of spark. You always know when Fran's at work ...she's waving from across the carpark before she even comes in, is like a bubbly tornado through the office, and then she's out the back door to blast the music for the whole industrial estate while she cleans her van! Fran loves the theatre, and has a zest for fun! Fran’s background in hospitality management means she knows exactly how to make a day in the vines an enjoyable experience for everyone.

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Rob

Legendary Tour Guide

Meet Rob, the legend behind the wheel and the decks. AKA DJ Private Pickle (don’t ask… or do), Rob brings the perfect blend of chill vibes, local knowledge, and musical magic to every Wine for Dudes adventure. A Margaret River local at heart, he knows the region’s best drops, hidden gems, and scenic spots like the back of his record collection. Whether he's spinning tales about winemakers or curating the perfect road trip playlist, Rob makes every tour unforgettable. Get ready to sip, groove, and laugh your way through a pickle of vines with the man himself.

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Rusty C

Legendary Tour Guide

Our ooh la la Gold Facet Award-Winning Tour Guide Rusty is one of those guys that just ticks all the boxes. Friendly …tick! Has a good laugh …tick! Can talk until the cows come home …tick! Has an abundance of wine knowledge …tick! Is easy-going …tick! Cranks 80’s rock …tick! C’mon, everyone loves 80’s rock!! 🙂  Rusty is just the dude you need as a tour guide, and we’ve got him …tiiiiick!

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Rusty P

Legendary Tour Guide

Rusty is more of a glass pretty bloody full kinda guy …and keep topping it up! Rusty has been floating around the Margaret River touring scene for as long as the wine itself ...not really, but not far off haha! He’s well-known, well-liked, well-educated and more than happy to taste test every drop in the region to "keep up his wine knowledge" …it’s a tough gig, but somebody’s got to do it! Aside from a banger playlist sure to get your shoulders bouncing and your hips jiggling, Rusty knows everything about pretty much everything in WA!

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Taz

Legendary Tour Guide

There seems to be a trend happening with the dudettes on our team, and no, it’s not a pre-requisite or interview question, but here we have another self-confessed Chardy-girl on the team! LOL!  But aside from seamlessly blending into the wine-tastes of the team, like the rest of the dudes crew, Taz also possesses a banger personality with with a massive smile, and warmth that lights up every room!

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Flynn

Legendary Tour Guide

Flynn is as Margaret River as it gets – born and bred among the waves, vines, and good times. A laid-back surf frother with a deep love for his hometown, Flynn knows every winding backroad, hidden beach, and top-notch cellar door like the back of his hand. With viticulture in his blood (his dad’s a bit of a big deal grape-grower around here), Flynn pretty much grew up in the vineyard and knows his way around wines almost as well as he knows the local breaks. Chill, friendly, and packed with local insight, Flynn brings good vibes, great stories, and a whole lotta Margs magic to every tour.

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