august 2019 Articles

CafeSmart | Fundraising for Homelessness | 1-7 Aug 2023

[ August 1, 2023 to August 7, 2023. ]
CafeSmart – Local Cafes Fundraising for their Community
CafeSmart is StreetSmart’s annual coffee industry led event that unites hundreds of roasters, cafes and coffee lovers around the country to fundraise for their local grassroots homeless charities.
In the lead up to Homelessness Week, the event will take place from 1 – 7 August, with participating venues covering […]

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Playgroup SA Intergenerational Playgroups | 2019

Intergenerational Playgroups
Ageless Play Intergenerational Playgroups are fast becoming a favourite playgroup for families and communities around Australia.
While sharing a similar approach to regular Community Playgroups, Ageless Play offers something extra special. Through partnerships with aged care services, retirement villages and seniors’ groups – Ageless Play Playgroups are bridging generational gaps to reduce isolation and ageism […]

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Lions 360 Experience 2 for 1 Offer | Monarto Zoo | Ends 30 Aug 2019

Lions 360 Experience at Monarto Zoo – 2 for 1 Offer
If you haven’t experienced Australia’s only 360 degree lion encounter yet, now is your chance!
Simply book a hair-raising Lions 360 fed to you by ElectraNet experience on weekdays between Monday, 26 August and Friday, 30 August 2019 and you’ll get another Lions 360 experience for […]

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Threatened Species Bake Off | 7 Sep 2019

[ September 7, 2019 to September 9, 2019. ]
Threatened Species Bake Off
The Threatened Species Bake Off is an invitation to Australians to bake a dessert in the shape of a threatened species to commemorate Threatened Species Day on 7 September.
The Bake Off aims to build awareness in the community about Australia’s remarkable and unique threatened wildlife that call Australia home. The Threatened Species […]

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The angry birds movie

Ended: WIN Tickets to The Angry Birds Movie 2 | In Cinemas 12 Sep 2019

The Angry Birds Movie 2 | In Cinemas 12 September 2019
The flightless angry birds and the scheming green piggies take their beef to the next level in The Angry Birds Movie 2.
When a new threat emerges that puts both Bird and Pig Island in danger, Red, Chuck, Bomb, and Mighty Eagle recruit Chuck’s sister Silver […]

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Ended: WIN a Family Pass to the Royal Adelaide Show | 30 Aug – 8 Sep 2019

Win A Family Pass to the Royal Adelaide Show 2019
As always there’s plenty to get excited about at this year’s Royal Adelaide Show. Taking in two full weekends and running for ten days in total, this year’s Show promises to be bigger and better than ever.
The 2019 Royal Adelaide Show, opening Friday 30 August and closing […]

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wilfred taylor nature playground adelaide south

Wilfred Taylor Reserve $1.3M Nature Playground to Be the Biggest in Adelaide’s South

The new nature playground at Morphett Vale’s Wilfred Taylor Reserve is set to become the biggest in Adelaide’s southern suburbs.
The Wilfred Taylor Reserve Nature Playspace is starting to take shape. A number of construction milestones have been reached, which include the installation of the custom play equipment, interactive and educational play equipment, picnic settings, irrigation, […]

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byethorne park update

Byethorne Park Nature Play Area Update | Nairne | Aug 2019

Byethorne Park Nature Play Area Update
The new nature play area at Byethorne Park has recently had some new installations.
During a lull in the rain last week, new play equipment and soft fall was installed. The kicking field is still to be seeded and that area will remain roped off until fully established.
The developers are looking […]

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Brickworks Marketplace & Cara Quiet Hour | Sensory Friendly Shopping | 26 Aug 2019

[ August 26, 2019; 10:30 am to 11:30 am. ]
Brickworks Marketplace & Cara Quiet Hour
In a South Australian first, Brickworks Marketplace and Cara will host the first shopping centre Quiet Hour next week.
The Torrensville shopping centre’s three major retailers, Woolworths, Big W and Tony & Marks, as well as the mall spaces, have committed to going quiet for an hour on Monday, 26 August […]

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Marvel Universe Live Australia Tour | Adelaide Entertainment Centre | 26 – 29 Mar 2020

Marvel Universe Live – Adelaide
It has been announced that Marvel Universe Live will be touring Australia next year and will be coming to Adelaide Entertainment Centre from 26 – 29 March 2020.
Marvel Universe LIVE! – Tour Cancelled 17 March 2020
Due to the increasing spread of COVID-19 and expanding restrictions on domestic and international travel, and […]

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Are You Australia’s Best Kids’ Newsreader Competition | Studio 10 | Closes 25 Aug 2019

[ August 19, 2019 to August 25, 2019. ]
Are You Australia’s Best Kids’ Newsreader Competition – Calling All Kids!
Studio 10 and Kidsnews.com.au are searching for Australia’s best kids’ newsreader to join them live on Studio 10 on Friday 30 August 2019.
Think you’ve got what it takes? Simply upload a short video up to 30 seconds long to show why you’re Australia’s best newsreader.  […]

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SALA Sunday on Goody

SALA Sunday on Goody | 25 Aug 2019

[ August 25, 2019; 11:00 am to 4:00 pm. ]
SALA Sunday on Goody
This is a free family event to celebrate SALA in the Heart of Goodwood.
Goodwood Road is hosting a FREE family event on Gilbert Street to celebrate the South Australian Living Arts Festival (SALA). There will be art displayed, along with plenty of food and wine, kids workshops, facepainting and goody bags.
Activities:
Food and […]

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sea shepherd beach clean

Adelaide Beach Clean: Sea Shepherd Marine Debris Campaign | Port Noarlunga | 25 Aug 2019

[ August 25, 2019; 10:00 am; ]
Port Noarlunga Beach Clean | Sea Shepherd
Celebrate Marine Park of the Month by taking part in this FREE Sea Shepherd Marine Debris Campaign event at Port Noarlunga.
This time there will be some amazing guests along with a first ever fun run. Learn more about what a Marine Park is, about plastic pollution and help the […]

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The One & All Tall Ship | Open Days | Port Adelaide | Aug 2019 – Apr 2020

The One & All Tall Ship Open Days
IMPORTANT UPDATE 16 MARCH 2020:
 
Following the Federal Government announcement banning public gatherings of 500 people or more in an effort to slow the spreading of COVID-19, all events for the remainder of the One & All Tall Ship Open Days have been postponed – please check with the […]

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See the Ethel Shipwreck Fully Exposed | Innes National Park

See South Australia’s Ethel Shipwreck Fully Exposed
Every now and then you can visit Dhilba Guuranda/Innes National Park to see the Ethel Shipwreck fully exposed.
Unlike other South Australian historic shipwrecks, the Ethel Shipwreck is unusual due to it being on land rather than under water. As recently as August 2021, the Ethel has become fully exposed again […]

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Dymocks Top 51 Kids’ Books | 2019

Dymocks Top 51 Kids’ Books for 2019
Each year Dymocks release their top 51 kids book to help get kids reading and it is always an inspirational list.  Voted by the Dymocks Booklovers members, you will find lots of beloved children’s classics as well as some new favourites, books from captivating series and plenty of Australian […]

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Star Gazing at Mylor Oval | Adelaide Hills Science Hub | 31 Aug 2019

[ August 31, 2019; 5:00 pm; ]
Star Gazing at Mylor Oval  – **SOLD OUT**
After a sold out session in March, the Adelaide Hills Science Hub are once again travelling from the moon to the edge of the universe.

Rug up, take along a picnic rug, watch the sunset and view the night sky through powerful computerised telescopes.

Drinks, coffee and and gourmet BBQ […]

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Lobethal Bakery | Home of the Giant Donut in the Adelaide Hills | Review

The Adelaide Hills has long been known for its beautiful landscapes, cellar doors and family fun, but did you know it’s also home to the giant donut?
by Katrina Gogel
The Lobethal Bakery has become famous in Adelaide for this gigantic treat. They’ve been producing giant chocolate sprinkle donuts for nearly twelve months now, and due to its […]

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National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant Mini Film Competition | Ends 30 Aug 2019

[ July 15, 2019 to August 30, 2019. ]
National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant Mini Film Competition
This year for the first time, the National Pharmacies Christmas pageant is giving children the opportunity to win ‘A World Full of Wonder’ experience by entering the 2019 Mini Film Competition.
The National Pharmacies Christmas Pageant is calling on the creativity of children aged 6 – 12 years old to […]

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FruChocs Appreciation Day | Adelaide | 23 Aug 2019

[ August 23, 2019; ]
FruChocs Appreciation Day 2019
Calling all FruChocaholics and sweet tooths alike! Celebrate FruChocs Appreciation Day on Friday 23 August in Rundle Mall.
From 10am in Gawler Place there will be free activities including face painters, music, the FruChoc photobooth, the unveiling of their new 3D Trick Eye Art, the NOVA Casanova’s and so much more.
Fan favourite Mr […]

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FREE Hot Chocolate Day at Steven ter Horst Hyde Park | 17 Aug 2019

[ August 17, 2019; 9:00 am; ]
FREE Hot Chocolate Day at Steven ter Horst Chocolatier Hyde Park
Steven ter Horst Chocolatier will be hosting a special free hot chocolate day to celebrate the opening of his newest store at Hyde Park.
Enjoy a delicious complimentary hot chocolate of any flavour (1 hot chocolate per customer).

Flavours include:

Aztec Chilli – blend of Chilli and […]

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carnival day at woodville

Carnival Day @ Woodville | SANFL Eagles vs Crows | 18 Aug 2019

[ August 18, 2019; ]
Carnival Day @ Woodville
Enjoy Carnival Day @ Woodville where the Eagles take on the Adelaide Crows in Round 17 in the SANFL Statewide Super League at Maughan Thiem Kia Oval.
This will be a perfect day for families with a huge range of free activities including a free jumping castle, face painting and a huge kids […]

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Dunluce Castle Sunday History Tour & Devonshire Tea | Brighton | 25 Aug 2019

[ August 25, 2019; ]
Dunluce Castle History Tour & Devonshire Tea
Booking a Tour at the historical Dunluce Castle contributes to the preservation of a Historically Listed Building and helps to keep its stories alive.
These tours and other events are being held at Dunluce to bring in revenue for all the expensive preservation projects. With the help of the community, […]

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Mortal Kombat Extras Casting Call | Glenside | 17 Aug 2019

[ August 17, 2019; 9:00 am to 2:00 pm. ]
Mortal Kombat Extras Casting Call
Heesom Casting are opening their doors to any and all Adelaide residents who wish to appear as extras in the major blockbuster feature film, Mortal Kombat.
Meet the Australian casting directors on Saturday 17 August 2019 from 9am – 2pm at Heesom Casting at Adelaide Studios. There are hundreds of roles available for […]

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Oliphant Science Awards Open Day | 25 Aug 2019

[ August 25, 2019; 12:00 pm to 4:00 pm. ]
Oliphant Science Awards Open Day 2019
At the 2019 Oliphant Science Awards Open Day you can see, learn and immerse the whole family in science.
Explore the winning entries in SA’s largest science competition. Watch live science shows all afternoon – exploring Australia’s wildlife, chemistry experiments, dinosaurs and space.
Get hands-on with robots, Lego, puzzles, and compete to […]

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FREE National Science Week events | Adelaide Zoo | 13 & 15 Aug 2019

[ August 13, 2019; 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm. August 15, 2019; 5:30 pm to 6:30 pm. ]
To celebrate National Science Week, Adelaide Zoo are hosting FREE information evenings completely open to the public, so you can learn more about what they do at the zoo!
**Editors note: All events are now fully booked
Don’t miss the chance to learn about how the zoo uses scientific methods to understand and enrich the lives of […]

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Festival of the Magpie | Cleland Wildlife Park | 17 & 18 Aug 2019

[ August 17, 2019 to August 18, 2019. ]
Festival of the Magpie at Cleland Wildlife Park
Known for their sweet song and sometimes vicious aerial assaults, the magpie is a highly intelligent bird, and one that is often misunderstood.
To help gain a better understanding of magpies and their habits, Cleland Wildlife Park is holding a two day ‘Festival of the Magpie’ event on the […]

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SCINEMA @ The Science Exchange | National Science Week | 24 Aug 2019

[ August 24, 2019; ]
SCINEMA @ The Science Exchange
If you love film and are interested in science go along to the SCINEMA @ The Science Exchange event.
On Saturday 24 August, six films will be screened at The Science Exchange across four sessions straight from this year’s SCINEMA International Science Film Festival in support of National Science Week. A dedicated […]

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Granite Island Planting Day | Victor Harbor | 11 Aug 2019

[ August 11, 2019; ]
Granite Island Planting Day
Go along and help Friends of Granite Island plant seedlings to restore the Little Penguin habitat.
On Sunday 11 August the local ranger will be on hand and you can learn about the Little Penguin from the volunteers, who are working hard to look after the island, by joining a penguin tour.
If you […]

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Legend of Isla Nublar

LEGO Jurassic World: Legend of Isla Nublar | Mini-series on 9Go! | 15 August 2019

[ August 15, 2019; ]
LEGO Jurassic World: Legend of Isla Nublar
LEGO Jurassic World: Legend of Isla Nublar is set to premiere on Channel Nine’s 9Go! from 15 August 2019 in Australia.
Universal Brand Development (Universal), the LEGO Group and Channel Nine have announced the all-new, animated mini-series, LEGO Jurassic World: Legend of Isla Nublar, will be airing on 9Go! From 15 […]

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