Grass Spur Olives has changed owners

 Helen and Peter Wright have handed over Grassy Spur Olives to new owners : Chris Lawler and Anna Gontmakher.  Chris and Anna have worked on the the 2026 harvest and production of this years lovely olive oil now sitting in our tanks.  We are now in transition as Anna and Chris update the website shop.  Orders can be placed with Anna 0433 751 279 and Chris on 0448 860 445.

Having worked on this harvest with Chris and Anna, we are confident the brand and quality will continue.  We would like to thank all our customers who have followed and supported us over the years......Helen and Peter 

International Olive Awards 2025

The Australian International Olive Awards - 23 September 2025

Three EVOO's were submitted to the AOIA competition this year, all receiving medals:

Picual              - Gold

Premium Blend - Silver

Coratina          - Bronze

Grassy Spur Olives, an idea built from the ground up

South Gippsland Sentinel-Times 22 July 2025

South Gippsland, Grassy Spur is more than just an olive grove. It’s the result of vision, persistence, and a deep understanding of the land it’s grown on. Owned and operated by Helen and Peter Wright since 2004, the property spans 25 acres, with over 80 per cent dedicated to their 1500 olive trees and growing number of beehives.

“The name Grassy Spur comes from the history of the area,” said Helen. “There was a Grassy Spur school, post office, even a swimming pool. It’s a name well known to the town.”

What began as a search for a rural land quickly became a thriving business. Peter had said to Helen, “If we have all this land, we’ll need to do something with it.” “He suggested olives, and I thought, how hard can growing olive trees be?” It turned out to be a journey of reading, research and labour – neither had an agricultural background. Peter works in IT, and Helen was a nurse. But with support from local growers, together they built Grassy Spur from the ground up.

Their approach to production is refreshingly simple and deeply sustainable. “Everything happens on site,” said Helen. “From picking to processing, to bottling – it’s all done here.” They rely on natural soil health, avoid chemical treatments, and don’t irrigate, thanks to the consistent South Gippsland rainfall. “People always ask if we irrigate,” Helen laughs, “and I just say, we live in South Gippsland – we don’t need to.” Peter now manages nearly 50 hives, which started purely to assist olive tree pollination.

The result? Small-batch, chemical-free honey and award-winning olive oil. “Last year, our oil won Best in Show at the Australian Olive Awards,” Helen said proudly. “It’s really about letting nature guide us. We don’t test or filter unless necessary. We let the oil settle and clear naturally.” Though yields can fluctuate – 15 tonnes last year, to just four in the next – the quality remains constant. “We believe in keeping the process as natural as possible,” Helen added. “It’s a reflection of how we live, and the rain is significant in the process.”

Grassy Spur’s products are available online and in selected retail outlets across Australia. As costs rise, Helen remains committed to fair pricing: “We want to keep it accessible, but we do have to make a living.” Shop online at grassyspurolives.com.au or visit the store at 32 Moyes Road, Stony Creek. There is a tasting room to try before you buy and a nice walking track around the grove and apiary.

Grassy Spur Olives recognised for tasty and high-quality oil

Nov 2024

GRASSY Spur Olives of Stony Creek took out the Best in Show award for Boutique Volume Frantoio Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO) at the annual Australian International Olive Awards held recently in Bendigo.

The Frantoio EVOO was also awarded the Best of Victoria, and Champion Italian Varietal olive oil.

Grassy Spur Olives Picual EVOO was named the Champion Spanish Varietal. 

The Olive Oil Times World Ranking for EVOO Producers

2024

Top-tier extra virgin olive oils offer compelling health benefits and rich flavour profiles. Excellence requires meticulous care throughout production, from optimal growing conditions to precise harvesting and skilled processing.

In this international assessment Grassy Spur Olives is rated as:

World ranking across all producers         – 65th

Australian ranking across all producers – 3rd

TOP RANKED AUSTRALIAN PRODUCERS

Olive oil production in Australia is a thriving industry marked by innovation and quality. Primarily located in regions like Victoria, South Australia, and Western Australia, the industry benefits from diverse climates and soil types, enabling the cultivation of various olive varieties. Australian producers utilize advanced agricultural practices, including irrigation and organic farming, to ensure sustainable yields. Harvesting, typically mechanized, guarantees efficient extraction. Modern processing facilities employ state-of-the-art equipment to maintain oil quality and flavour. 

 The link for the full article is https://oliveoilranking.org/producers/grassy-spur-olives

 2019 - The Mirror

13.11.2019

Stellar years for Grassy Spur olive oils

 2019 - Australian International Olive Awards - 2 Gold and 4 Silver Medal Awards 

29.9 2019

Grassy Spur was awarded 2 Gold Medals for our Picual and Silver Medals for Picholine, Frantoio and Coratina in this years Australian and International Olive Awards  continuing the high quality of EVOO that we are always working to improve.

2019 - New York International Olive Oil Competition - Gold & Silver

11.5.2019

Grassy Spur was awarded a Gold for our Picual and a Silver for Picholine in this international competition.  This was for our 2018 harvest.

2018 - The Mirror

14.11.2018

The good oil - article on Grassy Spur Olives and success in national competitions

2018 - The South Gippsland Sentinel Times

30.10.2018

Gold for local olive growers - Success for Grassy Spur at the Australian International Olive Oil competition for 2018.

2018 - Australian International Olive Awards - 6 Gold Medals

21.10.2018

Grassy Spur Olives was awarded 6 Gold Medals for our 6 entries.  This included a National Champion award for our Spanish Varietal Picual.  These EVOOs are now available.

2018 - New Harvest EVOO

16.7.2018

Our 2018 harvest is now complete and the olive oil is now in settling tanks.  This will become available in the new few months.

2017 - The Mirror

5.7.2017

Article highlighting success in New York International Olive Olive Oil competition 

2017 - Weekly Times Farm Magazine

18.8.2017

Spurred on by success - article highlighting success in New York International Olive Olive Oil competition

2017 - New York International Olive Oil Competition

28.4.2017

Grassy Spur was awarded Gold for our Picholine and a Silver for our Picual in this "world's best olive oil" competition

https://www.bestoliveoils.com/

2016 - Australian Olive Association National Awards

18.9.2016

Grassy Spur was awarded a Gold Medal for our Picual, and Silver Medals for Frantoio, Coratina and Lemon Agrumato

2016 - Royal Adelaide Show

1.9.2016

Grassy Spur was awarded a Gold Medal for our Picholine.

2015 - Weekly Times Article 

18.11.2015

Article covers history on establishment of Grassy Spur Olives

The Wright Blend

2015 - Australian Olive Association National Awards

14.9.2015

Grassy Spur was awarded Gold for our Frantoio and Silver for Picholine and Coratina.

2015 - Los Angeles International EVOO Awards

01.08.2015

Our Grassy Spur Picual EVOO for 2015 harvest was awarded a Gold Medal in this international EVOO competition.

2014 - Australian Olive Association National Awards

12.9.2014

Grassy Spur Olives was awarded a Gold Medal for our Picual for a third year.  Our Picholine received a Silver Medal and our Coratina and Frantoio both received Bronze Medals.

2013 - Australian Olive Association National Awards  

08.10.2013

Grassy Spur Olives was awarded best EVOO in show for 2013 Picual as well a Best in Class. Awarded 3 Class 1 Gold Medals for Picual, Coratina and Frantoio EVOO's.

2012 - Golden Olives Awards 

23.09.2013

This year our three EVOO varieties were all successful in being awarded medals, Picual - Gold and Peoples Choice Trophy, Frantoio - Silver, Coratina - Silver Medal.

2012 - Australian Olive Association National Awards 

20.11.2012

Grassy Spur Olives awarded a Gold Medal for our Picual, Silver for Coratina and Bronze for Frantoio, Arbequina blend.