MEET THE TEAM
Family owned and run by Merimbula locals and husband and wife duo, James and Amy Wheeler, Wheeler’s Oyster Farm is built on generations of local knowledge, hard work and deep respect for the lake. As a husband-and-wife team, James and Amy are hands-on in every part of the operation, supported by their ever-reliable offsider, Dusty, whose skill, consistency and work ethic help keep things running smoothly on and off the water.
It’s a small, dedicated team guided by the tides, the seasons and a genuine pride in producing exceptional oysters — the right way.
FAMILY-OWNED AND OPERATED
JAMES WHEELER
CO-OWNER
SECOND-GENERATION OYSTER FARMER | MERIMBULA LOCAL | LOVES GOLF
James is a second-generation oyster farmer with over 15 years’ experience on Merimbula Lake. Having taken over the family business from his parents, James builds on a proud farming heritage while embracing a modern, forward-thinking approach to oyster growing. Deeply connected to the lake and its rhythms, his hands-on knowledge, care and consistency underpin the quality Wheeler’s Oysters are known for today.
AMY WHEELER
CO-OWNER
MERIMBULA LOCAL | WRANGLES KIDS & OYSTERS | OPERATIONAL GUN
From keeping the business running smoothly behind the scenes to supporting the work on the water, Amy plays a central role in the farm’s success — all while raising a young family in Merimbula. Deeply connected to the local community and the rhythms of lake life, she balances family, farm and business with quiet determination and care.
DUSTY TAYLOR
OFFSIDER EXTRAORDINAIRE
GRADES OYSTERS LIKE A MACHINE | POOCH DAD TO LUTHER | LOVES HORSES
Almost six years in and we couldn’t do what we do without Dusty. Reliable, dedicated and always bringing the vibe. Think he handles the tinny and forklift well? You should see the man on a horse.
