january 2024 Articles

SA Sports Voucher Program | 2 Vouchers per Child per year from 1 Jan 2025

Now known as ‘Sports Vouchers Plus’, the program provides an opportunity for school-aged children in South Australia from Reception to Year 9 to receive a discount on sports or dance membership/registration fees and learn to swim programs.  In 2025 it will also include music lessons.
In June 2024, Peter Malinauskas announced the school sports vouchers program […]

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Salisbury Aquatic Centre | Swimming Pools, Splash Pad & Waterslides

The Salisbury Recreation Precinct reopened as the exciting new Salisbury Aquatic Centre in  June 2024.
Redevelopment of the Salisbury Aquatic Centre, which is nestled within the picturesque natural setting of Happy Home Reserve,  has resulted in a new and improved facility to provide a diverse range of aquatic, health and leisure services to the community.
The design […]

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Medicare Urgent Care Clinics | South Australia

Where to go for urgent health appointments in South Australia.
Medicare Urgent Care Clinics (Medicare UCC) give you more options to see a doctor or nurse when you need care for urgent, but not life-threatening health conditions, and cannot get an appointment at your usual GP.
You can walk into any Medicare Urgent Care Clinic for bulk […]

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BROKEN Exhibition | MOD. Museum | Jan – Nov 2024

It can sometimes feel like the world is so BROKEN that nothing will ever change. Housing, education, universal services, politics, collaboration. The list goes on. But it’s not all doom and gloom. The world has changed before and it will change again.
MOD.’s new exhibition BROKEN is an exploration of how the world could be different […]

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Gelato Messina | Kent Town | Opens 29 Jan 2024

Gelato Messina opens in Kent Town Adelaide.
Gelato Messina has finally opened their first gelato store in their owners’ home town of Adelaide.
After moving from Adelaide to Sydney in 1999, Messina founder Nick Palumbo and his brother Danny have spent the best part of 20 years growing Gelato Messina from a single store in Sydney to […]

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Bloom Cafe | Thebarton | Review

Bloom Cafe sits between quiet backstreets and the River Torrens in Thebarton. It has a quiet, open vibe, excellent food and coffee, and a great kids menu. 
Review by Claire Davill
The cafe is a great family friendly option for a lazy breakfast, brunch or lunch, and the new kids menu (with colouring-in page incorporated) will keep […]

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Australia Day Pool Party | Marion Outdoor Pool | 26 Jan 2024

[ January 26, 2024; ]
The Marion Outdoor Pool will be open on the Australia Day public holiday, Friday 26 January 2024.
They will have a DJ spinning some Aussie tunes, snags on the BBQ cooked by the Lions Club of Hallett Cove & Districts Inc. (for the first 500 people) and more.

With three pools, a splash park and waterslides, there […]

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The Jungle Bunch World Tour | In Cinemas 19 Jan 2024

Who do you call to help when a mysterious supervillain covers the jungle with pink foam that explodes on contact with water? The Jungle Bunch!
The long-awaited sequel of everyone’s favourite jungle bunch sees a vicious beaver blanket the jungle with a dangerous pink substance that explodes when coming into contact with water. With the rainy […]

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Australia Day Breakfast | City of Salisbury | 26 Jan 2024

[ January 26, 2024; ]    
Dive into the ultimate 2024 Australia Day bash with the City of Salisbury at Carisbrooke Park on 26 January 2024.
From water slides to a Vegemite eating showdown, the City of Salisbury’s celebration is loaded with action.

Enjoy a FREE hot breakfast, including bacon and egg rolls or a healthier option of fresh fruit and yogurt, […]

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Paradise Recreation Plaza Opening Celebration | 28 Jan 2024

[ January 28, 2024; ]
Paradise Recreation Plaza is complete and you are invited to join the celebrations at a FREE event for the official opening.
The community can enjoy the new state-of-the-art Paradise Recreation Plaza at the official opening celebration on Sunday 28 January 2024.  This event is free to the public and everyone is invited to attend and experience […]

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The 78-Storey Treehouse l Adelaide Review | Jan 2024

The 78-Storey Treehouse l Adelaide Review
Whether you are familiar with the ‘Treehouse’ series of books or not, you are sure to enjoy seeing ‘The 78-Storey Treehouse’ come to life on stage at the Dunstan Playhouse.
Review by Jo Parkinson
CDP Kids presents this wild, outrageous and hilarious story in a jam-packed hour that keeps everyone entertained from […]

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Family Fun Day for Xave | St Agnes | 20 Jan 2024

[ January 20, 2024; ]
Go along to the Family Fun Day for Xave to help raise funds for Xavier Pudovkin.
There will be a host of activities, stalls and characters to meet. Activities on offer at the event will include face painting, glitter tattoos, rides, stalls, food, pony rides, mechanical bull, cupcake stall, a host of characters to meet including […]

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Alice in Wonderland – Live on Stage | Adelaide Review

Lewis Carroll’s beloved classic is brought to life in this sumptuous production of Alice in Wonderland – Live on Stage at Her Majesty’s Theatre in Adelaide.
Review by Sharon Harrington
If you loved reading Alice in Wonderland or watching the Disney cartoon as a child, you’ll love Penny Farrow’s adaptation of Lewis Carroll’s iconic tale.
Most would know […]

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Miss Saigon | Adelaide Festival Centre | Review

Miss Saigon at Adelaide Festival Centre – Review
Miss Saigon is an epic and tragic love story that is visually breathtaking with amazing performances by an incredible cast.
Produced by Cameron McIntosh, in association with GWB Entertainment, Boublil and Schönberg’s incredible musical envelops the stage, delivering a brilliant score, wonderful performances and raw emotion to capture the […]

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Wild Earth Oceania Film Festival | Adelaide | 16-21 Jan 2024

[ January 16, 2024 to January 21, 2024. ]
Wild Earth Oceania Film Festival 2024
The Inaugural Wild Earth Oceania Film Festival will be held in Adelaide from 16-21 January 2024 with a family-focused program.

Discover a realm of wild favourites, including the Australian Rock Wallaby, Vienna’s enchanting Beavers, and the beloved Platypus, plus there will be an incredible chance to meet real Australian wildlife at […]

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Dive In Movies at Waterworld Aquatic Centre | Ridgehaven | Jan – Mar 2024

[ January 13, 2024; February 17, 2024; ]
Watch a movie whilst you swim and relax at Waterworld Aquatic Centre.
Located in Ridgehaven, Dive In Movie nights are one of Waterworld’s longest running and most successful events.  They have a large inflatable outdoor screen set up on the lawn, so families and children can go along and have a swim, use the waterslides and […]

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GONDWANA VR: The Exhibition & Virtual Reality Experience | Review

GONDWANA VR: The Exhibition & Virtual Reality Experience
Take a journey into the heart of the ancient Daintree Rainforest, one of earth’s most fascinating, beautiful and vital ecosystems. GONDWANA VR: The Exhibition is on at the South Australian Museum until 17 March 2024. Watch the rainforest evolve on a big screen, see rainforest creatures on display […]

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Ended: WIN Adelaide International Kids’ Day Courtside Tickets

WIN Courtside Tickets to Kids’ Day at the 2024 Adelaide International!
Kid’s reign supreme on day one of the Adelaide International 2024 with the first day of the tournament being all about doing it for the kids. With an expanded event footprint taking over Pinky Flat, a day of family friendly fun is on offer on […]

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Australia Day Breakfast | Fremont Park | 26 Jan 2024

[ January 26, 2024; ]
City of Playford’s 2024 Australia Day Breakfast at Fremont Park.
Hosted by Andrew ‘Cosi’ Costello from South Aussie with Cosi. go along for a FREE barbecue brekky while you join in the lively atmosphere in Playford’s favourite park.  There will be amusements for all ages and live entertainment all morning.

Breakfast options are bacon and eggy bread […]

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Sturt Reserve Fun Day | Murray Bridge | 20 Jan 2024

[ January 20, 2024; ]
Get ready for the biggest youth event in Murray Bridge at the ‘Sturt Reserve Fun Day’ this January.
Developed by The Station, in partnership with Reclink, and supported by SANFL, headspace Murray Bridge and The Rotary Club of Murray Bridge, this FREE family-friendly celebration promises an unforgettable experience for all ages.

Go along and join in the […]

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Summer Splashfest | Adelaide Aquatic Centre | 14 Jan 2024

[ January 14, 2024; ]
Adelaide Aquatic Centre’s Summer Splashfest.
Save the date for the hottest pool party of 2024 at the Adelaide Aquatic Centre in North Adelaide.

Dive into the ultimate summer celebration during the school holidays and join their epic pool party on Sunday 14 January 2024.

Prepare for epic pool party games, delightful food and drinks, groovy tunes of the […]

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Australia Day Celebrations | City of Mitcham | 25 Jan 2024

[ January 25, 2024; ]
Enjoy family activities, free events, food, music, ideas and much more at this free event.
Join the City of Mitcham to celebrate Australia Day on Thursday 25 January 2024 at Soldier’s Memorial Gardens in Hawthorn, located next to Mitcham Memorial Library on Belair Road.

The event will run from 5pm until 8pm and offers an evening of […]

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On The Flip Side Workshop Daze – FREE School Holiday Workshops | 17-20 Jan 2024

[ January 17, 2024 to January 20, 2024. ]
On The Flip Side Workshop Daze – FREE January School Holiday Workshops
Join On The Flip Side and crew at the City Skate Park in Adelaide for a fun few days of experiencing new activities or improving skills you already have.  Workshops are free and for all ages.

Skate & Meditate: Be guided through a peaceful meditation […]

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New Paradise Recreation Plaza Now Open | Official Opening 28 Jan 2024

[ January 28, 2024; ]
The Campbelltown City Council is thrilled to announce the much-anticipated opening of the new state-of-the-art Paradise Recreation Plaza on Wednesday 20 December, providing an exciting and dynamic space for people of all ages, abilities and skill levels to enjoy.
This stand-out $3.9 million facility has been jointly funded by Campbelltown City Council and the Government of […]

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Unley Gala | Santos Tour Down Under | 20 Jan 2024

[ January 20, 2024; ]
The family friendly Unley Gala street party is back as part of the Santos Tour Down Under.
This year will be bigger than ever before with a huge lineup of Unley’s best food and fashion with spectacular entertainment cheering on the world-famous Santos Tour Down Under.

South Australia’s best street party is back! As the precursor event […]

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Nightlight Outdoor Cinema | Barossa Valley Chocolate Company | Jan 2024

[ January 6, 2024; January 12, 2024; January 20, 2024; ]
The Barossa Valley Chocolate Company are hosting a series of outdoor cinema events this January. 
The cinema nights include a range of package options including food and drinks, seating and more. On Saturday 6 January, they are bringing 2006 classic Night in the Museum to the big screen, the perfect family friendly movie. Then on 12 […]

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Adelaide Gaol | Summer School Holidays 2023/2024

The 12 Days of Holidays & Escape Cells!
Visit Adelaide Gaol these summer school holidays and discover how prisoners celebrated different holidays throughout the year. Kids can also step into the shoes of prisoners from the past and see if they have what it takes to crack the codes and make their escape from The Escape […]

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DISNEY’S MOANA JR: The Musical | Australian Company of Performing Arts | 18-20 Jan 2024

[ January 18, 2024 to January 20, 2024. ]
DISNEY’S MOANA JR: The Musical presented by the Australian Company of Performing Arts.
Get ready to set sail on an epic adventure with Moana JR Live!
Parents, it’s time to take your family on a journey across the Pacific without leaving your seats! The beloved story of Moana is coming to life onstage, featuring all your favorite […]

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Blitz Golf Final | Family Fun Day | North Adelaide | 19 Jan 2024

[ January 19, 2024; ]
Blitz Golf makes a mighty return to Adelaide in 2024, with the final of the national series to be played at North Adelaide Golf Club on Friday 19 January.

Dubbed the T20 of golf, Blitz is a mash-up of pro golfers and celebrities battling it out in a fast-paced 10-hole golf tournament. 
The richest single-day golf purse […]

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The Flipside Barcade Holiday Special | Summer School Holidays 2023/2024

Summer Holiday Special at The Flipside Barcade
The summer holidays are here and Flipside Barcade is pumped to be opening ALL DAY – EVERYDAY!
Kicking off on Monday 4 December, you can find them trading from 12pm to late! They will have the kitchen running all day, (beers on tap – they’re fully licensed for parents) and […]

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