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Husik Dessert House | Adelaide

Husik Instagrammable ‘jiggly’ bunny desserts are just one of the reasons to visit Husik Dessert House in Adelaide.
Are you ready to “jiggle jiggle”?  Husik has brought a Korean sweets trend to Adelaide: a bunny-shaped milk pudding that jiggles, and they now have a permanent venue in the city.
Following the closure of their pop-up venue in […]

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The Stage Shop l School Holiday Workshop l Review

Discover The Stage Shop on Sir Donald Bradman Drive in Adelaide.
Magical, ethereal, beautiful and inspiring… these are the words that will come to mind as you walk through the doors of The Stage Shop.
Review by Jo Parkinson
So much more than your typical dancewear store, this place is more of an experience as you find the […]

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Toymate | Grand Opening Party | Parafield | 14 & 15 Sep 2024

[ September 14, 2024 to September 15, 2024. ]
Toymate Superstore is opening another new store in Adelaide, this time in Parafield.
Toymate is celebrating the opening of their new Parafield store with a grand opening party on 14 and 15 September 2024.  There will be lots of free entertainment, huge opening deals and every child that goes along will receive a free gift.

Toymate Parafield […]

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Flagstaff Hotel l Indoor Playground & Kids Eat Free l Review

Flagstaff Hotel in Darlington offers family friendly dining, an indoor playground and kids eat free deals.
We love taking the family out for dinner, and we love it even more when the kids are entertained! The Flagstaff Hotel has a new indoor playground and it’s super fun to explore. And as an added bonus, Kids Eat […]

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SAHMRI Building Open Day | Adelaide | Review

‘A Window on SAHMRI’ is an annual open day  giving a unique look inside the ‘cheesegrater’ building on North Terrace.
If you have ever wondered what happens inside Adelaide’s ‘cheesegrater’ building,  SAHMRI’s open day is a chance to see and learn about cutting edge research with hands-on activities.
Review by Claire Davill
SAHMRI is South Australia’s independent not-for-profit […]

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Chicago – The Musical | Adelaide Review

The original and the best, Chicago is back in Adelaide. It would be a crime to miss it.
Grab your sequinned attire and a Liza Minnelli-style wig … Chicago has rolled into town!
Review by Carla Caruso
The longest-running musical on Broadway, Chicago has come to Adelaide’s Festival Theatre for four weeks only (4–31 August 2024) after getting […]

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EDEN Illuminate Adelaide

EDEN | The Light Room Studio Adelaide | Illuminate Adelaide | Review

EDEN – Interactive Digital Garden
Walking into EDEN is a bit like stepping into the digital version of the garden of Eden, surrounded by swirling colourful leaves, bright blooming flowers and plants that stretch like tentacles across the vast LED screens. It’s the digital garden of dreams that moves and responds to human interaction.
Created by flora&faunavisions […]

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Windsor Grove Playground | Windsor Gardens | Review

Windsor Grove Playground in Windsor Gardens is a small, fully fenced and toddler-friendly playground with plenty of facilities for little kids.
Review by Claire Davill
The recent installation (2024) of a toilet block nearby means this little playground is perfect for young kids. It is fully fenced, there’s plenty of natural shade and lots of toddler-friendly equipment. […]

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Coastal Walkway Bridges | Hallett Cove | Review

The long-awaited bridges spanning deep valleys along the Marion Coastal Walkway north of Hallett Cove are now open, and they provide a spectacular scenic walk.
Review by Claire Davill

The new coastal walkway bridges were officially opened by Premier of South Australia, Hon Peter Malinauskas MP and City of Marion Mayor Kris Hanna on 3 August 2024.  The […]

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The Bugle Ranger | Heritage Railcar Train Journey | Mt Barker

[ August 25, 2024; September 22, 2024; October 20, 2024; November 24, 2024; ]
Enjoy a round trip by train from Mount Barker to Bugle Ranges.
Departing on the 4th Sunday of the month between June and November, The Bugle Ranger train journey is a fun adventure for the whole family.

Departing twice on the day at 1pm and 2.15pm, the return trip only takes 45 minutes and is great value […]

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Family Tandem Karts at Shell V-Power Motorsport Park | Tailem Bend | Review

You don’t need a licence to enjoy all the fun and excitement of go-karting at Tailem Bend’s Motorsport Park. Kids from age eight can experience the thrill, thanks to their new family, tandem karts. 
Review by Carla Caruso
If you’ve ever wanted to experience what it’s like to be a race car driver, then The Bend Kartdrome […]

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Fermoy on Foot Art Trail | North Adelaide | Review

The streets of North Adelaide feature works from the David Roche Collection in a self-guided trail from July until October 2024, creating an outdoor art gallery to explore.
Review by Claire Davill
The Fermoy on Foot Art Trail features fourteen reproductions of art pieces on the walls of buildings throughout North Adelaide’s streets, including Melbourne Street, Brougham […]

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Lunar Landing Cafe | Brompton | Review

Lunar Landing Cafe in Brompton has out of this world desserts that kids (and adults!) will love.
Located in the back streets of Brompton, Lunar Landing is a popular new cafe and with good reason – their cakes and desserts look amazing and taste amazing too. There’s plenty to choose from, and you’ll want to order […]

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Knightsbridge Reserve | Leabrook | Review

A major upgrade of the Knightsbridge Reserve playground in Leabrook retains its toddler-friendly nature, with added equipment suitable for older kids too.
Review by Claire Davill
Set in the quiet residential streets of Leabrook, Knightsbridge Reserve is shady and tranquil and a charming, low-key destination, especially for little people. The Reserve has a variety of play equipment […]

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Broadview Oval Playground and BMX Track | Review

Broadview Sports and Recreation Precinct (Yarnta Tutu yarta) includes a large playground with lots of accessible play equipment, a small BMX track suitable for little kids, and all the facilities you need.
Review by Claire Davill
The Broadview Oval playground is partially fenced and well shaded amongst gum trees, and includes some unique equipment. The rail-based “skateboard” […]

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Funlab – Archie Brothers Cirque Electriq | Rundle Place | Review

It’s dazzling, it’s delightful, it’s a spectacle for (all) the ages! Archie Brothers Cirque Electriq in Adelaide is a real prize for your eyes.
Review by Carla Caruso
Arcade games, claw machines, bumper cars … these are a few of my boys’ favourite things!
You can find all of them in the one place at Archie Brothers Cirque […]

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Burchell Reserve and Playground | St Peters | Review

A recent redevelopment at Burchell Reserve in St Peters has brightened up this area with a small playground, accessible features, multi use courts and plenty of facilities.
Review by Claire Davill
Burchell Reserve has undergone a complete redevelopment in 2024, installing a large stormwater drainage system and revamping the old tennis courts and playground. The result is […]

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Hallett Cove Conservation Park & the Boatshed Cafe | Review

Explore the picturesque walking trails and take in the breathtaking coastal views from Hallett Cove Conservation Park and dine in or takeaway from the newly renovated Boatshed Cafe.
It can sometimes be the simple things like getting back to nature and breathing in the sea air to help us slow down in this busy, fast paced […]

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1947 Coffee Co. Cafe | Clearview | Review

1947 Coffee Co. offers a bright, open eating space with delicious family-friendly foods and a bonus outdoor play area.
Located in the brand new Evergreen Community Precinct that sits adjacent to Enfield Memorial Park, the cafe sits overlooking  lawns and bushland sloping down to the western suburbs. The interior is open and light-filled and welcoming, with […]

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Fill the Earth | Illuminate Adelaide | 12-14 Jul 2024

[ July 12, 2024 to July 14, 2024. ]
Seven stories about how we fill the earth, our space & our lives.
A giant caterpillar giving birth to green balloons, a man negotiating a door, and a woman creating a garden from dead branches are just some of the stories created by the 12 artists included in seven works that complete Fill the Earth, a […]

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Universal Kingdom: Prehistoric Nights

Universal Kingdom: Prehistoric Nights | Illuminate Adelaide 2024 | Review

Illuminate Adelaide returns to the Adelaide Zoo this year, with Universal Kingdom: Prehistoric Nights, a luminous step back in time to when ancient creatures roamed the earth!
Review by Sharon Harrington
The Illuminate experience at the zoo has become a winter favourite activity for many families. It’s great fun to bundle the kids up in their winter […]

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Superluminal – Patch Theatre | South Australian Museum | Illuminate Adelaide 2024 | Review

Patch Theatre’s latest interactive show for children, Superluminal, blends art and science in a fun, immersive, glowing world full of strange creatures.
Review by Claire Davill
Children are guided through several spaces by a performer and encouraged to explore with their own lamp. Changing colours reveal new creatures on the walls and footprints on the floor. 

The lanterns […]

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Fire Gardens – Illuminate Adelaide | Adelaide Botanic Garden | Review

Explore Illuminate Adelaide’s incredible Fire Gardens at the Adelaide Botanic Garden
Wander around the gardens at night and be warmed by spectacular fire art installations that you can walk under, walk through and even sit on!
Review by Claire Davill
French fire experts Compagnie Carabosse have made use of most of the extensive Adelaide Botanic Garden, which means […]

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Largs Bay Ice Cream Playground

Largs Bay Ice Cream Themed Playspace | Playground Review

Largs Bay Ice Cream Themed Playspace by the Sea – Playground Review.
Children and parents across Adelaide have been ice-screaming for this one: the brand new, long-awaited ice cream themed playground at the Largs Bay Foreshore.
The Port Adelaide Enfield Council has been upping its playground game with a spate of upgrades across the seafront and it […]

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Family-friendly Winter Getaway at The Retreat – West Beach Parks

When you think of a beach holiday, you often think sand, surf – and sun.
But have you ever considered going to a beachside resort in the middle of winter?
We recently had a family getaway at The Retreat at West Beach Parks and it completely flipped our idea of a beach holiday on its head.
Review by […]

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The Alchemists’ Kitchen | Brighton | Review

Enjoy pizzas with a unique flair at the newly renovated Alchemists’ Kitchen on Jetty Road, Brighton.
The space has recently received a refresh with modern, sleek décor and stylish furniture. There’s now a variety of seating including barstools and benches alongside bigger tables. The golden wood-fire oven remains the centrepiece, where you can watch the chefs […]

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Happy Days at IKEA Adelaide | Half Price Family Dining

Make the most of Fridays at IKEA with half price dining for the whole family.
Every Friday after 11am IKEA Family Members can enjoy half price on any mains in the Swedish Restaurant.  Dishes include meatballs, roast chicken, salmon, chicken parmigiana and vegetable curry.  The discounted dishes range from just $5 to $8 each. Plus, during […]

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Cirque du Soleil’s LUZIA, A Waking Dream of Mexico | Review | Jun 2024

Cirque du Soleil’s LUZIA in Adelaide – Review
Cirque du Soleil’s LUZIA is an absolutely spectacular production with dazzling costumes, a moving set that fires the imagination and incredible performers delivering daring acrobatic feats that seem physically impossible. 

When you think of a Cirque du Soleil production, you expect creativity, daring and spectacle and this show certainly […]

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Disney on Ice Adelaide – Why it’s worth seeing | Tips & Info for the show

Why is it worth seeing Disney on Ice?
Disney on Ice is a favourite for us. We’ve been taking our kids over the last 15 years and still look forward to it each show. This is one of the best value live shows around with ticket prices far cheaper than the equivalent seats at a Disney […]

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Where to Find the Best Donuts (Doughnuts) in Adelaide

[ June 7, 2024; ]
Where to Find the Best Donuts in Adelaide
Looking for a delicious, top quality donut (doughnut for the traditionalists) in Adelaide? We’ve done the hard work for you and put together a guide of our favourite donut places in Adelaide.  Whether it’s a traditional chocolate donut with sprinkles, a giant donut that’s perfect for sharing or […]

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