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Watch Animal Live Streams & Educational Videos from home.
With the Stay Home movement in full swing and schools closing early, there is now a fantastic selection of animal entertainment online for kids (and adults!) of all ages to enjoy.  Take a break out of your school or work week to sit down with the kids […]

[ March 26, 2020 to May 10, 2020. ]
Mother’s Day Classic – Going Virtual
The women in Super Mother’s Day Classic fun run and walk launch MDC VIRTUAL 2020. 
Unprecedented times require innovative solutions. Have fun, get active and help raise funds online for vital breast cancer research. Raising vital funds for breast cancer research and celebrating the lives of those touched by breast cancer is […]

City of Norwood, Payneham and St Peters is one of the first councils in Adelaide to announce the closure of their playgrounds and outdoor facilities.
The closures have been put in place to assist in minimising the spread of COVID-19.
The following has been closed temporarily:
? All outdoor playgrounds
?️ Outdoor gym/exercise equipment at Felixstow Reserve
? All drinking […]

Mt Lofty Botanic Garden has been closed due to the ongoing Coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic.
Usually Mt Lofty Botanic Garden is a popular destination this time of year. This is when many South Australians enjoy seeing the beautiful changing Autumn leaves on a walk through the wonderland, and it’s hard to find a car park on the […]

The Lighthouse’s Adelaide Festival Success
In some good news, The Lighthouse amazed audiences of all ages, received rave reviews, sparked interest from presenters across the globe and filled minds (and Instagram feeds) with the beauty of light.
The Lighthouse premiered at Queen’s Theatre as part of Adelaide Festival this year (showing 25 February – 7 March 2020).
Below […]

[ April 6, 2020 to April 9, 2020. ]
April School Holidays to Start Early Due to COVID-19
It has just been announced that schools will be closing a week earlier and there will be 4 pupil free days before Easter at all South Australian public schools and preschools. Last day of Term 1 will be Friday 3 April 2020. 
The pupil free days will give […]

It ok to go to playgrounds during the coronavirus COVID-19 pandemic?
UPDATE 3 MAY 2020 – SA Health recommends parks, playgrounds and skate parks can begin to re-open – READ MORE HERE

UPDATED 29 March 2020 – Please note that Scott Morrison has just announced that all playgrounds, outdoor gyms and skate parks will be closed from […]

Join Playgroup at Home via the Playgroup SA Community
Connect with the Playgroup Community at home! As communities are facing rapid change, they are looking to help you connect and interact with other families and Playgroup Leaders.
It is a safe space to share ideas for play including craft, imaginative, physical play, sensory play, outdoor play, literacy […]

Adelaide Central Market Open during COVID-19
The Adelaide Central Market have confirmed they will remain open, as they are an essential service and food market.
They have removed their communal dining furniture, placed hand sanitisers in key locations and entrances.  They ask you to please keep your social distance during your shop, that you use card only […]

Adelaide Zoo and Monarto Safari Park to Close Until Further Notice
It has been announced that due to the escalating impact of COVID-19 it is necessary for Adelaide Zoo (and Monarto Safari Park) to temporarily close their doors from 5pm, 25 March 2020.
In response to the current situation:

Adelaide Zoo and Monarto Safari Park will be closed […]

[ March 25, 2020 to April 24, 2020. ]
Elevenses with The World of David Walliams
The World of David Walliams is releasing an audio story from The World’s Worst Children every day for the next 30 days. 
Keep the kids busy with these daily audio treats, perfect for tea-and-biscuit breaks.
The World’s Worst Children Synopsis: 
From Dribbling Drew – a boy whose drool gets him into terrible […]

South Australian Department for Education Launches FREE Online Learning Resource
The South Australian Department for Education has created “Our Learning SA”, a new resource for all South Australian families with children from preschool age right through to primary and secondary school-aged children. This includes resources for those undertaking SACE 1 and SACE 2.
This is an excellent […]

The Prime Minister has announced further social distancing restrictions to slow the spread of coronavirus COVID-19 after the National Cabinet meeting on Tuesday 24 March 2020.
Many more non-essential services businesses must now close. Schools will continue to remain open.
Further businesses must now close from midnight Wednesday:
♦ Beauty salons, nail salons, tanning salons, tattoo shops and […]

Going on a Bear Hunt around your local neighbourhood in Adelaide
A beautiful community idea has taken off around the world, based on the much loved children’s book “We’re Going On a Bear Hunt”
To join in the fun, simply put a teddy bear in the front window of your home so families walking past can spot the […]

Disney’s Jungle Cruise 
Inspired by the famous Disneyland theme park ride, Disney’s new movie, Jungle Cruise is an adventure-filled, Amazon-jungle expedition.
Starring Dwayne Johnson as the charismatic riverboat captain and Emily Blunt as a determined explorer on a research mission.
Also starring in the film are Edgar Ramirez, Jack Whitehall, with Jesse Plemons, and Paul Giamatti. Jaume Collet-Serra […]

URSTRONG Classroom – Keeping Kids Connected
URSTRONG launches a Virtual Classroom for Kids Around the Globe. 
During this uneasy time, URSTRONG’s primary goal is: Keeping Kids Connected. Research shows that social connection is the most powerful antidote to stress and anxiety. And so URSTRONG are committed to helping bring a sense of belonging, friendship, and positivity to […]

[ March 24, 2020 to April 24, 2020. ]
Kids can learn to code at home for free.
Code Camp teaches children to code during the holidays and after school clubs throughout Australia.
Code Camp are offering their online program for FREE to help get through the tough weeks and months ahead during the coronavirus pandemic.

Code Camp teach children from 5-13 years coding to build their […]

Free Live Workouts at Home with Sam Wood
Families can join Sam Wood from 28 by Sam Wood every morning for a free LIVE workout from home starting Monday 23 March 2020 at 9am (AEDT) so 8.30am Adelaide time.
The workouts will be streamed LIVE on the 28 by Sam Wood Facebook page and all fitness levels are […]

[ March 22, 2020 to April 22, 2020. ]
Audible Stories – free book streaming for kids 
Stories help – They entertain. They teach. They keep young minds active, alert and engaged.
For as long as schools are closed, Audible is open. Starting today, kids everywhere can instantly stream an incredible collection of stories, including titles across six different languages, that will help them continue dreaming, […]

Hiking at Sturt Gorge Dam and Sturt Gorge Recreation Park | Review
After a low-key weekend activity? Try a walk to one of Adelaide’s biggest man-made structures.
by Carla Caruso
Often, we travel far and wide to experience awe-inspiring sights, not realising there are many hidden gems right near home.
Enter the Sturt Gorge Dam. When I read about […]

Prime Minister Scott Morrison has announced new restrictions after the emergency National Cabinet meeting Sunday 22 March 2020. 
NEW WIDESPREAD RESTRICTIONS
Here’s a quick summary of these additional widespread restrictions, described as Stage 1 of the response to the growing spread of COVID-19.
Places of social gathering, especially entertainment venues are to be closed as of midday Monday […]

Virtual Excursions from Your Own Couch
Even with the temporary closure of libraries, museums and art galleries you can still take the kids on a cultural excursion without even having to leave home. There are some fabulous websites that allow users to explore hundreds of pieces of art, sculpture, museum pieces and even visit places like […]

UNO is great family fun for both kids and adults. It suits various ages, and can be played with just 2 people or up to 10 people. 
In the last school holidays we went away with three other families, staying in a holiday house together. There was up to eighteen of us over five days. We […]

Helping children cope with stress during the coronavirus outbreak
According to the World Health Organisation, children may respond to stress in different ways such as being more clingy, anxious, withdrawing, angry or agitated, bedwetting etc.  Respond to your child’s reactions in a supportive way, listen to their concerns and give them extra love and attention.
Children need […]

*UPDATE: Tuesday 24 March 2020*
In response to the new government regulation that came into effect Monday 23 March, all entertainment venues such as cinemas and drive-ins are now closed. Read more HERE.
How to see a new release movie during coronavirus restrictions.
Mainline Drive In, located in Gepps Cross, is still open and operating during the COVID-19 […]

Hand Sanitiser Recipe – 3 Ingredients
Anita Birges from Mise en Place by Anita Birges – Professional Organising & Property Styling in NSW has shown us how to make our own hand sanitiser at home.
When it comes to preventing the spread of infectious diseases like COVID-19, we already know nothing beats thorough hand washing as explained […]

RSPCA South Australia’s Urgent Adoption Plea
Now, more than ever, animals in South Australia need your help. The RSPCA currently have hundreds of animals in their care and due to the current unsettling and turbulent times, volunteer support has fallen along with the donations they desperately rely on to care for animals.
Animal adoptions are slowing. They […]

How to Wash Your Hands Properly during COVID-19 Pandemic
FACT: The soap you use does not have to be antibacterial! Regular soap will protect you from Coronavirus if you wash your hands properly. It is how you wash your hands that matters. 
COVID-19, like many other viruses, is held together by a lipid (fatty) membrane. Washing with […]

COVID-19 Trusted Sources of Information for South Australians
Premier of South Australia, Steven Marshall, has recently posted where you can find trusted sources about COVID-19 for South Australia:
Information about the coronavirus has been spreading rapidly around the internet. It is important to know where you can find trusted sources of information online and not just rumours […]

[ April 25, 2020; ]
Light up the dawn with our Anzac spirit in Adelaide on Saturday 25 April 2020
Showing your respect on Anzac Day will be a little different in 2020, with a ‘Driveway Tribute’ idea gaining popularity around Australia.
Annually on April 25, Anzac Day usually includes public commemorations right across Australia.  The largest gathering in South Australia is always […]