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Resonate | Illuminate Adelaide | Review & Tips for Families

Resonate 2023 Review –  Illuminate Adelaide
Resonate is a whole new light experience in 2023 which covers much more of the expansive Botanic Garden. The 6 installations are spread out over a 1.7km trail so there’s plenty of space for everyone to really appreciate the captivating light and sound displays. It also means there’s a lot […]

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Light Creatures at Adelaide Zoo | Review 2023

Light Creatures at Adelaide Zoo 2023
Step through the gates of the historic Adelaide Zoo after-dark to experience a mesmerising, immersive tribute to the natural world.
Review by Carla Caruso
Fancy a night at the zoo? Light Creatures is back at the Adelaide Zoo as part of the Illuminate Adelaide festival program.
The experience has grown and evolved since the first […]

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Disney Pixar Elemental | Movie Review | In Cinemas 15 Jun 2023

Disney Pixar Movie Review – Elemental 
In a city where fire, water, land, and air residents live together, a fiery young woman and a go-with-the-flow guy are about to discover something elemental: How much they actually have in common. Directed by Peter Sohn and produced by Denise Ream.
Disney and Pixar’s Elemental is an all-new, original feature […]

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The Moseley Igloos | Moseley Bar & Kitchen | Glenelg | Review

The Moseley Igloos – A Unique Dining Experience at Glenelg
Leave the outside world behind as you step into your own private dining retreat near the sea at The Moseley Igloos. These cosy igloos are beautifully adorned with fairy lights and comfortable furniture and you’ll soon feel right at home as you relax on the couch, […]

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Jenny’s Bakery Adelaide | Review

Jenny’s Bakery – an iconic Adelaide bakery
81 Glen Osmond Road, Eastwood & 166 The Parade, Norwood
You know a good bakery when you see a constant line-up at the door on weekends. These are people in the know. Inside the doors of the character building is a spectacular and mouth-watering display of baked goods.
Jenny’s Bakery is renowned for it’s […]

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Adelaide Festival Centre’s 50th Anniversary Concert | Review

Adelaide Festival Centre Turns 50
The iconic Adelaide Festival Centre – Australia’s first major arts centre – has celebrated turning 50 in style.
Review by Carla Caruso
Entering your fifth decade has never looked more fabulous. Think Jennifer Lopez, Gwyneth Paltrow, Kylie … and now the Adelaide Festival Centre!
On Friday, 2 June 2023, the centre celebrated the big […]

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Hedgerow Reserve Playground | Gulfview Heights | Review

Hedgerow Reserve Playground in Gulfview Heights.
Review by Claire Davill
The City of Salisbury has upgraded the reserve at the end of Hedgerow Drive and the playground has some excellent equipment for all ages, with fantastic options for toddlers and climbing options for bigger kids.

Perched on a hillside at the end of the street, and surrounded by […]

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Middleton Green Playground | Salisbury | Review

Middleton Green Playground in Salisbury.
Review by Claire Davill
Tucked down a side street off Salisbury Highway is a quiet park packed with playground equipment, suitable for fans of climbing as well as toddlers who like a challenge.

The toddler equipment is particularly impressive in this playground. It’s low to the ground and full of fun distractions but […]

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Urth Clay Studio | School Holiday Classes | Review

Urth Clay Studio | School Holiday Classes | Review
By Claire Davill
Urth Clay Studio’s school holiday program gives kids and teens the opportunity to get creative and get messy with fun and inspiring pottery classes.
The school holiday program gives kids the chance to try their hand at two pottery methods – hand building and the pottery […]

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Erth’s Prehistoric World | Review

Erth’s Prehistoric World – DreamBIG Children’s Festival
As part of DreamBIG Children’s Festival for one weekend only, see the prehistoric creatures of your imagination come to life on stage with this enchanting show from world-renowned Erth Visual and Physical.
Review by Claire Davill
The Erth crew create an amazing, immersive world on stage with expert puppetry and use […]

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FAST X | Movie Review | In Cinemas 18 May 2023

FAST X Movie Review – Is it OK for kids?
The 10th edition of the Fast & Furious franchise arrived in cinemas on 18 May 2023. Without giving away spoilers, here are our thoughts:
Fast-ten your seatbelts, and park your view of gravity and common sense aside, this is a non-stop thrill ride. It’s totally crazy – […]

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The Flying Canoe | DreamBig Children’s Festival | Review

The Flying Canoe – DreamBig Children’s Festival
DreamBig Children’s Festival has a family-friendly offering that can be enjoyed in your very own home, entering a world of imagination and learning about Kiribati culture along the way.
Review by Claire Davill

The Flying Canoe invites you to build your own canoe out of household items, then embark on an […]

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Hutchinson Park Playground | Norwood

Hutchinson Park Playground in Norwood
Review by Claire Davill
Tucked away down a quiet little side street, not far from The Parade, is a beautiful hidden park with a playground that packs a punch.

Hutchinson Park occupies the centre of a block in Norwood and can be accessed via Free Street or Bond Street. First Creek cuts through […]

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Giant Swing, Climbing Adventure Tower & SA’s Longest Zipline | Mount Lofty Adventure Hub | Review

Giant Swing, Climbing Adventure Tower & SA’s Longest Zipline
This trio of aerial adventures is perfect for thrill seekers including kids above 120cm and weighing more than 25kg. Expect 90 minutes of jaw-dropping action starting with a rock wall climb to the top of a 15m adventure tower (the highest artificial climbing wall in South Australia), […]

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Adelaide City Kayak Tour with Earth Adventure | Review

Adelaide City Kayak Tour with Earth Adventure
View the CBD from the River Torrens / Karrawirra Parri and paddle past riverbank icons along the way on this scenic, guided tour.
Review by Carla Caruso
The River Torrens is as quintessentially South Australian as the Mall’s Balls and FruChocs.
But how close have you ever really got to it?
Well, we […]

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Meet the Rhinos | Animal Experience | Monarto Safari Park

Meet the Southern White Rhino crash at Monarto Safari Park
If you’ve ever wanted to get up close – very close – to a Southern White Rhino then this is the ultimate animal experience for you!
It’s hard to describe the feeling of getting right up close to a Southern White Rhino less than an hours drive […]

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The Rocky Horror Show Musical | Adelaide Review

Review of Cult Musical The Rocky Horror Show in Adelaide in 2023
by Carla Caruso
Adelaide, it’s your turn to do the Time Warp. So, sharpen those stilettos for the rockiest ride of your life.
If you’re in need of a date night or a mums’ evening out, then we’ve got just the idea for you.
A brand-new Australian […]

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The Fairy Party at The Moseley – April School Holidays Review
By Jo Parkinson
There were plenty of sparkles, magic, dancing, and fun to be had at The Fairy Party!
Held in a private upstairs function area at The Moseley in Glenelg, The Fairy Party was a lovely way to spend a morning during the school holidays. The […]

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Cirkidz School Holiday Programs | Review

Cirkidz School Holiday Programs – Review April 2023
By Claire Davill
Kids going stir-crazy these holidays? Here’s an opportunity to tire them out while learning amazing new skills!
Cirkidz are offering a comprehensive school holiday program, with half day and full day options available. A discount applies if you book a full day (morning and afternoon session). Each […]

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Disney at the Grounds

The Grounds of Alexandria – Sydney | Review

Exploring Disney at The Grounds of Alexandria in Sydney, NSW.
The Grounds of Alexandria is one of our favourite places to visit when we’re in Sydney. It has the most amazing themed grounds to wander around, delicious food in their cafe and dining areas, exquisite patisserie, beautiful gardens, and even a petting pen with animals to […]

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DinoFest Dinosaur Festival | Adelaide Botanic Gardens | Review

DinoFest Dinosaur Festival | Adelaide Botanic Gardens | Review
By Claire Davill
Dinofest is jam-packed with dinosaur interaction, kid-friendly activities, and a wonderful trail to explore through the gardens, delighting kids and adults alike.

Each 90 minute session includes a 45 minute encounter, followed by activities and the dinosaur trail.
The encounter occurs in an arena located on the […]

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Go-Karting at The Bend Motorsport Park | Tailem Bend | Review

The Bend Kartdrome – South Australia’s Fastest Go-Karts.
Get a crew together for some action on the track, Mums and Dads included!
Just over an hour by car from Adelaide is the town of Tailem Bend, home to South Australia’s international award winning, state of the art, world-class motorsport facility, The Bend Motorsport Park.  As well as hosting […]

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Come From Away – The Musical | Adelaide Review

Review of Hit Musical Come From Away in Adelaide in 2023 
by Carla Caruso
Come From Away has it all: charm, heart, and a brilliant score – all the more poignant if you remember where you were during the 9/11 attacks. 
This musical, which has won Tony and Olivier awards, has done the unimaginable. It’s turned a story surrounding the […]

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Blue Lake/Warwar | Mount Gambier

The central attraction in Mount Gambier is the unique Blue Lake, and it’s worth checking out if you are visiting Mount Gambier or the Limestone Coast. And yes, it really is blue!
The colour of the lake is something you really have to see with your own eyes. Photos just don’t do it justice! The best […]

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Metro Bakery & Cafe | Mount Gambier

Metro Bakery & Cafe in Mount Gambier
Review by Claire Davill
The Metro Bakery & Cafe in central Mount Gambier is the perfect family-friendly spot for breakfast, brunch or lunch, or a quick coffee and cake.
Located on Commercial Street East, the Metro Bakery & Cafe is sprawling with plenty of booths and tables inside, out the front, […]

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Umpherston Sinkhole/Balambul | Mount Gambier

Mount Gambier’s Umpherston Sinkhole/Balambul
Mount Gambier is full of gardens, and the Umpherston Sinkhole is definitely a unique garden to visit. There is plenty to see here, possums to feed, and it’s well worth a visit when you are in the area.
Umpherston Sinkhole is free to enter, there is ample parking and there are picnic areas both […]

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The Alice - An Immersive Cocktail Experience Adelaide Review

The Alice – An Immersive Cocktail Experience | Review

If you’ve ever wondered what a tea party hosted by the Mad Hatter would be like, then you need to check out The Alice – An Immersive Cocktail Experience. It’s a tea party you won’t forget!
Get ready for a highly entertaining journey to Wonderland, with adults only and family-friendly sessions to choose from. 
Review by Brooke […]

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Musical Theatre Camp l Pelican Productions | Review

Pelican Productions Musical Theatre Camp – We’re All Made of Stars
Review by Jo Parkinson
When Pelican Productions named their latest show ‘We’re all made of stars’ they certainly chose well. There were some absolute superstars on display, with promising futures in musical theatre.
We were lucky enough to attend one of the seven performances held at Westminster College, and […]

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Fox Creek Wines Summer Series l McLaren Vale l Review

Fox Creek Wines Summer Series.
Review by Jo Parkinson
What better way to spend your Summer than with a free outdoor cinema, live music, kids holiday workshops, food, and wine? Look no further than Fox Creek Wine’s Summer Series, it’s a whole lot of fun for the whole family!
Fox Creek Wines is situated on Malpas Rd, between […]

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McLaren Vale & Fleurieu Coast Visitor Centre l Review

McLaren Vale & Fleurieu Coast Visitors Centre, Cafe and Play Space.
Don’t be fooled by the name… McLaren Vale & Fleurieu Coast Visitor Centre is so much more than a place for tourists. With its cute kitchen garden café, art gallery, awesome nature playground and yummy gin tasting, this is one spot that you need to […]

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