Walking along the dam wall at Mount Bold Reservoir – Review
After a moody spot to revel in while the weather cools? This amazing feat of engineering is one of Adelaide’s best-kept secrets.
by Carla Caruso
There’s a spooky scene in Stan’s Hobart-shot thriller, The Gloaming, at a colossal concrete dam.
Of the jaw-dropping scenery, co-director Greg McLean told […]
[ May 5, 2020 to May 7, 2020. ]
Image credit: Genevieve de Messieres/Shutterstock
The Eta Aquariid Meteor Shower Peak viewable from Tuesday 5 to Thursday 7 May 2020
The Eta Aquariid Meteor Shower is considered one of the finest meteor showers of the year and it will be viewable in the Southern Hemisphere at its peak around Wednesday 6 May 2020.
The meteors in the Eta […]
Mum’s Lamb Roast – National Wine Centre style delivered for Mother’s Day
While you can’t get out for lunch this Mother’s Day, the National Wine Centre has come to the party with a magnificent lamb roast, complete with all the trimmings, prepared and delivered by Executive Chef Steven Clark and his team – the same team […]
Messenger Kids is a free video calling and messaging app for smartphones and tablets
Messenger Kids app has been designed for kids as a safer alternative to the current ‘Messenger’ app. The app allows kids to keep in touch with close friends and family with fun-filled features like filters and stickers.
Parents control and can set up […]
SCINEMA – Putting the Science in Cinema
SCINEMA is the largest international science film festival in the southern hemisphere, showcasing the best science feature, documentary, animated and experimental films from filmmakers around the world.
Films cover a range of STEM topics, each with dedicated teacher resources packed full of lesson inspiration, classroom activities and thought-provoking questions all linked to the […]
Get Around It Zine – a showcase of young South Australian thinkers, makers & doers
Last week as part of Youth Week 2020 celebrations the Get Around It Zine was launched. It features a year’s worth of profiles of young South Australians who include gymnasts, poets, musicians, activists, designers, and dancers to name a few.
Get Around […]
[ May 10, 2020; ]
Mother’s Day – Sunday 10 May 2020
Mother’s Day gift ideas and family-friendly activities to show Mum how much you care.
Mums work really hard, lose a lot of sleep and we think Mums everywhere are special and deserve some extra love and attention on Mother’s Day to show how much they are loved and appreciated.
This year, […]
AGSA now offers extensive resources and online workshops for educators, activities for children of all ages, online events, curators’ tours and podcasts online.
The Art Gallery of South Australia is responding to its temporary closure with enhanced digital experiences for audiences to engage with its collection, exhibitions and their own artmaking online.
Each week, via its website […]
COVIDSafe app
The Australian Government has launched the COVIDSafe app to speed up the way in which they contact people exposed to coronavirus (COVID-19).
The COVIDSafe app has been designed to help slow the spread of COVID-19. If enough people in Australia download the app, the Government will have confidence to find and contain outbreaks quickly, meaning governments […]
Family, nature and COVID-19 – A free online guide to support families by Nature Play SA
In an Australian first, South Australian, not for profit organisation, Nature Play SA has launched a free, online guide to support families across the country and the globe during the COVID-19 pandemic.
This beautifully presented 85-page e-book offers credible information, strategies, and […]
Mini Photo Sessions with Catherine Leo Photography
At a time when many of us are spending more time at home and trying to find the positives in the changes we’re experiencing, a local photographer is offering the chance for you to have your family connections and activities captured in your front or back yard, or an […]
Stuff at Home – Put it in the Right Bin
The ‘Stuff at Home – put it in the right bin’ interactive house is a fun, engaging and educational way to teach people about correct disposal of common household items.
With families staying home 7 days a week during the COVID-19 restrictions you may have noticed you […]
The Kindness Pandemic – a Campaign of Kindness for Older People
The Coronavirus is impacting on everyone; few people have not had their lives changed. In response, the Kindness Pandemic Campaign is focusing on a number of vulnerable groups, and those on the front line.
Vulnerable groups include older people, who are particularly at risk of the […]
[ May 1, 2020 to May 3, 2020. May 9, 2020 to May 10, 2020. ]
Harrisville Orchards & Mahnew Orchard offering drive through Pink Lady Apple collection.
This year’s 2020 Pick a Pink Lady weekend is not going ahead in it’s usual format due to COVID-19. However, this year you can drive through Mahnew Orchard or Harrisville Orchards to pick up your Pink Lady Apples.
While you’re in the area, visit one […]
Peppa Pig Entertainment at Home
New episodes of Peppa Pig are now airing on ABC Kids. There are also playlists, apps, music and The Family Time Activity Pack.
The Peppa Pig show is all about everyday life and family moments, regular routines and fun times and the character is a role model for young kids helping to […]
[ April 20, 2020 to June 30, 2020. ]
National Pharmacies 2020 Adelaide Christmas Pageant Mini Float Competition
Children aged 5 to 16 years have the chance to win a ‘A World Full of Wonder’ experience at this year’s National Pharmacies Adelaide Christmas Pageant. The prize includes $500 cash, a behind the scenes tour of Stardust Castle and reserved seating at this year’s pageant.
To enter […]
Grug Colouring In, Games & Craft Ideas
Enjoy some adorable Grug games and craft ideas at home including a maze, colouring in sheets, word search and drawing guide. You can download and print them all via the link on the Grug Facebook page.
Grug (1962-1975) is a fictional character appearing in a series of Australian children’s books […]
Windmill at Home
According to Windmill, the show must go on(line)!
Windmill at Home is a new online platform that hopes to bring a little bit of Windmill joy into your home. Windmill believe that good stories bring people together and can make even the darkest days brighter.
They have worked closely with their team of artists and […]
Digital Season – Sydney Opera House
This digital season is a weekly program of unmissable full-length performances, live recordings and never-before-seen footage from the Opera House archives. You can watch these all for FREE from the comfort of your own home on the Sydney Opera House website.
Titles include:
David Walliams: Author Talk
Nigella Lawson: A Celebration of Home […]
[ May 12, 2020; 7:00 pm; ]
Parenting SA are hosting a free webinar ‘Children and screens: adapting to the new reality’ at 7pm on Tuesday 12 May 2020.
Dr Justin Coulson and Dr Kristy Goodwin will answer common concerns for parents in this new situation:
are my children spending too much time on screens?
how should I handle ‘techno-tantrums when it’s time […]
Family History Search (Ancestry) with Libraries SA
For limited time Libraries SA One Card members can access the Ancestry.com Library Edition from home.
Ancestry.com Library Edition provides access to an extensive range of genealogical resources from the United States and United Kingdom, including census, vital, church, court, and immigration records. It also provides limited Australian coverage.
This service is […]
[ April 27, 2020; ]
Australian Company of Performing Arts Online Dance Classes
A lot of children’s activities have been suspended due to COVID-19, but students who attend ACPA are still experiencing their classes, just in a totally different format. Teachers are using video calls and live streams to maintain interaction with their students and it’s been incredibly positive.
“It’s important that […]
Sports In Your Backyard – Advice from the Department for Education
Backyard sports can help to get the kids outside and remain active while all community sport is put on hold. Families are encouraged to get creative, but there are plenty of ways kids can keep up their sports skills and burn off energy in the house […]
The eSafety Guide – Advice and Tips from the eSafety Commissioner
With children spending more and more time online for both school and home entertainment, it is important for parents to know how they can keep their children safe. The eSafety Commissioner website has information on everything you need to know to help you learn about the […]
Free printables to download and colour in
Paints, colour pencils, crayons or sharpies – print off these adorable colouring-in pictures and spend some quiet time creating your own piece of art. You’ll need a printer and paper, plus your choice or art supplies to colour with.
Peter Cromer
Fun and free printables including a cut and paste Dream […]
[ April 16, 2020 12:00 am to May 16, 2020 12:00 am. ]
Ken Done Educational Resources
Ken Done has released three free worksheets to help school students in grades 3 to 11 to learn about art at home.
Primary – stage 2 & 3 (years 3-6)
This worksheet is intended for stage 2 and 3 students. It’s aim is for students to develop their knowledge, skills and understanding when creating […]
The Art Gallery of New South Wales and media partner the ABC present Together In Art Kids.
Take part in the power of art and join this new online project. Let’s come together in artmaking and share what we think, feel and see.
Now live with award-winning Del Kathryn Barton as first participating artist, Together In Art Kids invites primary school-aged […]
[ May 28, 2020; ]
Want to make a BIG difference to those impacted by cancer?
Join over 30,000 other hosts across the country as you host an Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea your way!
It’s not the time to be gathering together in large groups, but there are ways you can keep your social distance, and still make a really big difference to people […]
Adelaide Highlights Virtual Tour
Explore Adelaide from your couch with the immersive Highlights Virtual Tour.
Visit 37 locations in the city through 360° images or video. There are sweeping drone images of the picturesque Adelaide Botanic Garden, Adelaide Oval, Government House and Rymill Park / Mullawirraburka.
Watch the sun setting over the Riverbank or enjoy the bustle of […]
[ April 15, 2020; April 22, 2020; April 29, 2020; May 6, 2020; May 13, 2020; May 20, 2020; May 27, 2020; June 3, 2020; June 10, 2020; June 17, 2020; June 24, 2020; ]
Online Kids Zone – Hallett Cove Shopping Centre
Hallett Cove Shopping Centre is hosting a FREE, weekly Online Kids Zone on YouTube and Facebook to help families keep occupied during iso.
Hallett Cove Shopping Centre (as well as Gilles Plains and North Adelaide Village) will be filming and publishing weekly tutorial videos – keeping kids cooking, crafting […]
