Why This Secret Harbour Family Roaster is Our New Favourite Coffee

Ditch the stale corporate beans for fresh, specialty blends roasted right here in our local community.

Wade McColl (10/07/2026)

Wade McColl, Founder and Director of Baldivis Times posing with Little Fish Coffee Roasters products. Photo by Myah Loo, Baldivis Times 2026.

When you are chasing local news and battling afternoon deadlines, coffee is more than a luxury; it is fuel. But lately, we had to ask ourselves a question: where is that fuel actually coming from?

For too long, it has been incredibly easy to rely on multi-million dollar supermarket chains. We buy mass-produced bags that have been sitting on shelves for months, sourced by massive corporations that often lack transparency and ethical care for the communities growing their beans.

That is why our latest discovery feels so important. We recently received the Adventure Gift Pack from Little Fish Coffee Roasters, and it completely changed our perspective on what a morning cup should be.

A Local Mission with Heart

Richard Austin, Co-owner of Little Fish Coffee Roasters. Photo by Little Fish Coffee Roasters 2026.

Nestled just south of Perth, operating across Secret Harbour and Mandurah, Little Fish is a small, family-owned micro-roaster. Founders Richard and Charlene bring over 20 years of industry experience to their craft. They are not focused on mass production; they are focused on relationships, sustainability, and seasonally fresh coffee.

Every bag they produce is sourced through trusted Australian importers and packed in recyclable materials because they believe great coffee should not cost the earth. Even better, they label every single bag with the exact roast date, aiming to deliver your coffee within four to five days of roasting. You simply cannot get that level of freshness from a supermarket shelf.

The Baldivis Times Taste Test

Myah (our Assistant Director), my Mum, and I put the entire Adventure Gift Pack to the test.

Top of the Morning blend by Little Fish Coffee Roasters. Photo by Wade McColl, Baldivis Times 2026.

The Clear Winner: Top of the Morning Blend

Out of all the incredible options, this premium blend stole the show for our family, and Mum is now a certified super-fan. Comprised of natural and washed beans from Brazil and Ethiopia, the flavor profile is to die for. It is exceptionally smooth and rich, leaving a distinct candy sweetness on the exhale. Importantly, it is perfectly balanced. It provides that luxurious, high-quality depth without ever giving you that heavy gut ache associated with bitter, commercial beans. It truly lives up to its name.

For the Conscious Drinker: Down South Organic Blend

If you prefer a fruitier, more citrus-forward profile, this blend is brilliant. Crafted with organic coffees, every sip brings out subtle tones of juicy citrus, cocoa, and marshmallow. It is the perfect companion for a slow, misty morning or a winter weekend when you just want to put a jumper on, step back, and watch the weather roll in.

For the Heavy Hitters: Up North Blend

For those who need a serious wake-up slap, this blend is bold, intense, and unapologetically feisty. Using powerhouse Indian coffees, it delivers deep notes of caramel and honeycomb. If you have a long coastal drive ahead or a massive backlog of work, this is the high-intensity fuel you need to push through.

A Clean Treat: Smooth Operator Drinking Chocolate

Our absolute favourite for a cozy, late-night drink comes with a heartwarming story. Inspired by their daughter’s coeliac diagnosis and a frustrating search for wholesome treats she could safely enjoy, Richard and Charlene created a gluten-free, additive-free drinking chocolate. Made with just three simple ingredients (East African cocoa, Aussie cane sugar, and a touch of sea salt), it is pure, authentic, chocolatey goodness that perfectly satisfies the sweet itch without any of the fake fillers.

The Final Word

Wade McColl, Founder and Director of Baldivis Times. Photo by Myah Loo, Baldivis Times 2026.

When you buy from Little Fish Coffee Roasters, you are not lining the pockets of a faceless corporation. You are supporting a local family that pours genuine care, ethical sourcing, and decades of expertise into every single bag.

To celebrate growing local support, the team is offering Baldivis residents 15% off their first order. Just use the code BALDIVISTIMES at checkout on their website. Their system automatically recognizes local postcodes, giving you free delivery on any order over $50.

Find Little Fish Coffee Roasters Website Here

It is time to drink better coffee and support the locals who make it.