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Myponga Reservoir | Walking Trails, Bike Tracks, Fishing & Kayaking

[ March 28, 2021; ]
Enjoy, Explore, Preserve at Myponga Reservoir
Myponga Reservoir on-water access for kayaking available from 28 March 2021.
In April 2019, Myponga Reservoir Reserve became ours to enjoy with access for land-based recreational activities, which was then extended with an extra 3km of new trails. Shoreline fishing is also available with a permit, plus the fishing zone was then […]

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Nature Adventure Day | Williamstown | 20 Mar 2021

[ March 20, 2021; ]
Southern Barossa Alliance Nature Adventure Day
The Southern Barossa Alliance, the Williamstown Action Group and the Barossa Local Drug Action Team are hosting a Barossa Nature Adventure Day to promote health and wellbeing, networking and resilience, as the community continues to transition from COVID19 crisis to COVID 19 normal living.
This Nature Adventure Day will be held […]

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Sunset Cinema – Dora (2019) | Broadview Oval | 13 Mar 2021

[ March 13, 2021; ]
Prospect Sunset Cinema Series – Dora (2019)
Go along to Broadview Oval/Yarnta Tutu Yarta and catch the last movie of the Prospect Sunset Cinema series. 
The Prospect Sunset Cinema Series March screening will be Dora (2019). Find a spot on the oval with your twilight picnic before the film starts at sunset (approximately 8.30pm). The event is nothing […]

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Tipsy Hill Open Garden | Blewitt Springs | 20-21 Mar 2021

[ March 20, 2021 to March 21, 2021. ]
Tipsy Hill – Open Gardens SA 
Tipsy Hill, a one-of-a-kind property atop a hill in Blewitt Springs is opening its gardens this March, welcoming in members of the public to explore its extensive, captivating grounds and take in the breathtaking views.
It is home to wine royalty Bec Hardy, who has devoted herself to creating a charming […]

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Peaceful Play | Marion Outdoor Pool | 2 & 5 Mar 2021

[ March 2, 2021; March 5, 2021; ]
Peaceful Play at Marion Outdoor Pool
Peaceful Play sessions at Marion Outdoor Pool are just like a recreation session but more peaceful.
Marion Outdoor Pool is Adelaide’s premier outdoor pool facility, with its stunning grassed area’s, extensive shade, three pools, two large waterslides and a super-fun water park feature.  A major upgrade was completed in 2020, transforming the 44-year old […]

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Family Crabbing Day | Brighton | 13 Mar 2021

[ March 13, 2021; ]
Family Crabbing Day
Join Nature Play SA for a family Crabbing Day off Brighton Jetty
Join Nature Play SA as they teach your children aged 5 – 12 years the skills to crab so it is safe, sustainable and most of all, heaps of fun.

Spend some quality time outdoors as they (literally) teach you the crabbing ropes […]

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Middle Grade & YA Day | Adelaide Festival | 28 Feb 2021

[ February 28, 2021; ]
Adelaide Festival’s Middle Grade & YA Day
Tweens and Teens can enjoy a day at Pioneer Women’s Memorial Garden, featuring a stellar lineup of contemporary authors. 
The day will include Davina Bell (The End of the World is Bigger Than Love),  James Bradley (Ghost Species), Ursula Dubosarsky (The Word Spy and Pierre’s Not There), Will Kostakis (The Monuments series), Jess Scully (Glimpses of Utopia), R.A. Spratt (The […]

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See Stingrays at Point Turton | South Australia

See Stingrays at Point Turton in South Australia
During their stay at Point Turton Caravan Park, @_katventures visited these curious, giant creatures nightly.
Yorke Peninsula is such an amazing place to see creatures on land and in the sea. You can spot these majestic creatures at the Point Turton Jetty.
But make sure not to panic if you see […]

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Pick Your Own Figs | Glen Ewin Estate | 12 Feb – Apr 2021

[ February 12, 2021 to March 31, 2021. ]
Pick Your Own Figs at Glen Ewin Estate
Glen Ewin Estate’s Pick Your Own Fig season is starting from Friday 12 February 2021. 
Forage through Glen Ewin Estate’s terraced orchard for perfect fruit. Discover 5 varieties of figs whilst enjoying the stunning views of the surrounding hills. Pick Your Own is open daily from 9am to 3pm […]

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Mt Compass Farmerama | 28 Mar 2021

Mt Compass Farmerama – EVENT CANCELLED
Enjoy a fun-filled day at the Mount Compass Oval with family and friends.
This community fundraiser will showcase Fleurieu Farmers, with a range of activities suitable for all the family to enjoy.
For the energetic family members, there are team events with the Farmer’s Gauntlet, Milk Run, Sack Races, Jumping Castle and […]

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The Big Wedgie | Inflatable Waterslide Park | Adelaide Extended Season 2021

[ March 6, 2021 to March 8, 2021. March 13, 2021 to March 14, 2021. March 20, 2021 to March 21, 2021. March 27, 2021 to March 28, 2021. April 2, 2021 to April 5, 2021. April 10, 2021 to April 26, 2021. ]
The Big Wedgie in Adelaide – Summer Season Extended
The Big Wedgie has extended their summer season at West Beach for a little longer, so more family fun for all ages continues!
The Big Wedgie will remain open at West Beach Parks every weekend as well all Autumn school holidays, with the season now  remaining open until […]

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Exploring the ‘Secret’ Spaces of Colonel Light Gardens | Review

Exploring the ‘Secret’ Spaces of Colonel Light Gardens in South Australia
Hidden lanes, parks and tennis courts make Colonel Light Gardens a quirky Adelaide suburb to visit. Such spaces have also inspired a podcast called Model Suburb.
by Carla Caruso
The suburb of Colonel Light Gardens is like Adelaide’s answer to Pleasantville.
Think wide, winding tree-lined streets, 1920s bungalows, […]

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Campbelltown YAC Movies in the Park | Thorndon Park | 20 Feb 2021

[ February 20, 2021; ]

Campbelltown YAC Movies in the Park – Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory
Brought to you by the Campbelltown Youth Advisory Committee, you are invited to join them for a night of food, fun and film. This is a free event.
Sit back and watch the 1971 film adaption of Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka & the Chocolate […]

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Moonlight Cinema Botanic Park Adelaide

Ended: WIN a Family Pass to the Adelaide Moonlight Cinema | Botanic Park | Feb 2021

WIN a Family Pass to Adelaide’s Moonlight Cinema
Enjoy a film under the stars at Adelaide’s Moonlight Cinema in Botanic Park
Moonlight Cinema is back in Adelaide for the ultimate summer experience under the stars and they are celebrating 25 years of Moonlight with retro classics and a program full of iconic films. There are plenty of […]

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The Parking Lot Social | Adelaide | 2021

The Parking Lot Social Adelaide 
The Parking Lot Social is a new touring experience which packs a bunch of exciting entertainment into one incredible night out.
Editor’s Note: Due to the ever changing COVID landscape and the related inter-state travel issues, they’ve taken the decision to postpone The Parking Lot Social Tour until October & November 2021 […]

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Food Truck Carnivale & Colour Carnivale | Morphettville | 19-21 Feb 2021

[ February 19, 2021 to February 21, 2021. ]
Food Truck Carnivale & Colour Carnivale
The Food Truck Carnivale is on the move again and heading to Morphetville Racecourse for 3 days in February 2021.
The Carnivale event will feature some of South Australia’s most popular food trucks along with plenty of family entertainment, with the third day also featuring the Colour Carnivale, with the highlight being […]

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Civic Park Movies | Modbury | Jan & Feb 2021

[ December 11, 2020; January 15, 2021; February 5, 2021; February 26, 2021; ]
Free Outdoor Cinema Experience at Civic Park
Civic Park Movies is a free outdoor cinema experience at Civic Park, Modbury. With 4 movies in the season, this is a great way to enjoy the outdoors with family and friends. Food vendors will be on-site to cater to all of your dinner and movie snack needs.
The movie […]

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Summer Nights Outdoor Community Cinema | Glenelg | 7 Jan 2021

[ January 7, 2021; ]
Summer Nights Outdoor Community Cinema
Enjoy a free movie, live music and food trucks at the City of Holdfast Bay’s Summer Nights Outdoor Community Cinema during the January school holidays.
Head down to Sandison Reserve, Glenelg East with your family at 7.30pm with your low deck chairs, cushions and picnic blankets for an evening under the stars. Grab […]

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MV Morphett Vale Rail

Morphett Vale Railway | Miniature Ride on Trains

Morphett Vale Railway Miniature Ride on Trains 
Set amongst the leafy natural bush landscape in Morphett Vale, south of Adelaide, is the MV Rail organisation who run train rides for countless families on the second and fourth Sundays of each month.
The MV Rail club runs large scale locomotives including diesel and steam, pulling along open carriages with wooden seats to […]

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The Best Playgrounds for Toddlers Around Adelaide

The Best Playgrounds for Toddlers Around Adelaide
We asked our readers to tell us about their favourite playgrounds around Adelaide which are suitable for toddlers or little ones under 5 years old.
For peace of mind, we generally love fully fenced playgrounds for this age group and having some shade is always very handy.
Here is a list of […]

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WOMADelaide 2021 | Adelaide, South Australia | 5-8 Mar 2021

[ March 5, 2021 to March 8, 2021. ]
WOMADelaide 2021 – Sunset Concert Series
The 2021 edition of the much-loved WOMADelaide festival will go ahead in a ‘re-imagined’ format in a new Adelaide CBD Park Lands venue.
Four nights, one stage, no clashes! WOMADelaide’s ‘re-imagined’ 2021 edition will feature a remarkable selection of Australian headline artists, presented across four sunset concert evenings in a picturesque new venue, […]

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Ended: WIN a Family Camping & Activity Pass for Woodhouse | Dec 2020

WIN a Family Camping & Activity Pass for Woodhouse Activity Centre
It’s cooler at Woodhouse in every sense of the word.
Aside from the fact that it’s generally 4 degrees cooler at Woodhouse than it is in the city, what’s cooler than being on a 54 hectare natural wonderland where you can climb, crawl, swing and splash […]

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Adelaide’s Moonlight Cinema | Botanic Park | 11 Dec 2020 – 14 Feb 2021

Adelaide’s Moonlight Cinema
Enjoy a film under the stars at Adelaide’s Moonlight Cinema in Botanic Park
Moonlight Cinema is back in Adelaide for the ultimate summer experience under the stars and they are celebrating 25 years of Moonlight with retro classics and a program full of iconic films.
The December/January program is jam-packed once again with acclaimed summer […]

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Pool Play Dates | Marion Outdoor Pool

Pool Play Dates at Marion Outdoor Pool
Marion Outdoor Pool hosts Pool Play Dates Monday to Friday during school term. Entry includes access to the toddler pool with toys and splashpark with kids’ slides, water jets and tipping bucket.
Pool Play Dates at Marion Outdoor Pool are a great opportunity to catch up and play safely around […]

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Marion Outdoor Pool | Outdoor Water Park & Waterslides | Review

 
Marion Outdoor Water Park with Pool and Waterslides
The Marion Outdoor Pool has been transformed into a $4.5 million water park including waterslides and super-fun water play.
Review by Carla Caruso
The Marion Outdoor Pool feels like a ‘mini holiday’ in your own backyard!  The 44-year-old pool was transformed into the biggest outdoor water park in southern Adelaide in […]

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Stratco National Patio Day | Raising Funds for Cancer Council | 5 Dec 2020

[ December 5, 2020; ]
Stratco National Patio Day
Following the successful launch of National Patio Day in 2019, Stratco is partnering with Cancer Council to help more Aussies safely enjoy the great outdoors again on Saturday 5 December 2020.
Cancer Council estimates that two in three Australians will be diagnosed with skin cancer by the time they are 70. Celebrate National […]

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Spring Open Garden at Sophie’s Patch | Mount Barker | 7-9 Nov 2020

[ November 7, 2020 to November 9, 2020. ]
Spring Open Garden at Sophie’s Patch in Mount Barker
Spring Open Garden at Sophie’s Patch will be from the 7 – 9 November 2020.
Subject to COVID 19 restrictions, the Sophie’s Patch team are planning to open their garden to visitors in Spring. While there will be some changes, the event has exciting things planned and will […]

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Glen Forest Tourist Park | Port Lincoln, Eyre Peninsula | Review

Farm Life Fun at Glen Forest Tourist Park in Port Lincoln.
by Katrina Gogel
Set in picturesque surroundings and only fifteen minutes’ drive from Port Lincoln, the fabulous Glen Forest Tourist Park is a must-see attraction when visiting the Eyre Peninsula. With its animals, mini golf, huge maze, Segway hire and picnic facilities, it’s the perfect place […]

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Nature Bingo Live | Nature Festival | 30 Sep 2020

[ September 30, 2020; 10:00 am to 11:00 am. ]
Learn more about the local flora and fauna around Taperoo Dunes.
The Port Environment Centre has created a nature bingo sheet to help you learn to identify local beach and dune species. The adventure trail sheet is also available for youngsters to get in touch with the different species they may encounter.
This event is part of the […]

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Glenelg Beach Clean | Sea Shepherd’s Marine Debris Campaign | 26 Sep 2020

[ September 26, 2020; ]
Sea Shepherd’s Marine Debris Campaign at Glenelg Beach
It’s been around 6 months since Sea Shepherd’s Marine Debris Campaign team held a full-scale public beach clean but they’re back and everyone’s invited to share a little ocean love.
The event will be part of SA’s inaugural Festival of Nature and will also feature a story to be […]

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