Discover handy tips for keeping electricity costs down and create an energy saving checklist for kids to use at home.
We need electricity to power our appliances, laptops, lights at night, heating in winter, cooling in summer and not to mention charging the endless family devices. Many families find their household electricity costs increase significantly in […]
Women’s and Children’s Hospital’s Child and Adolescent Virtual Urgent Care Service
The Women’s and Children’s Hospital’s Child and Adolescent Virtual Urgent Care Service gives you access to timely medical care, potentially reducing the need to visit the Emergency Department.
A visit to the Emergency Department can be daunting for children and their parents.
The Child and Adolescent Virtual […]
Circus – The Show Play & Go Review 2021
For a bit of Fringe fun in the school holidays, Circus the Show has all the variety and laughs for a great family outing. Fantastic acrobatics, hoops, magic tricks that will have you puzzled, basketball tricks, aerial talent, giant hoop, and a clown with a huge balloon. […]
High Tide Cafe in Semaphore
High Tide, previously Whipped Baked Bar Cafe on Semaphore Road, is perfect for families.
Review September 2021
With the warmer weather upon us, beach side venues are buzzing with activity. High Tide, previously Whipped Baked Bar Cafe on Semaphore is perfect for families. They have a great range of all day breakfasts, fresh […]
Café Fellini – North Adelaide
Cafe Fellini at O’Connell Street in North Adelaide has been around for years, but sometimes gets forgotten about. It’s one of those family Italian restaurants with a huge menu so there’s something to please everyone, including wood oven pizzas, pastas, mains, coffee and cake. It’s open all day so does breakfast, […]
Nova’s (Not)The Royal Show – Review 2021
Nova’s (Not)The Royal Show is the show we couldn’t have, in a mini size.
When this year’s Royal Adelaide Show was cancelled again, Nova’s Ben & Liam had one of their bright ideas. What if Nova organised a COVID-FRIENDLY version of the Royal Show and invited all of Adelaide’s families […]
Million-Life – Chinatown Adelaide
It’s a little taste of Japan with cute plush toys and collectibles at Million-Life stores in Adelaide.
The Chinatown Million-Life, opened in July 2021, is hard to miss with its colourful neon pink lighting and chiming sound effects. Just walk down Moonta Street and it’s next to the entrance walkway to the Adelaide […]
WIN Tickets to Barossa Contemporary – Schubert & Sherbet at Chateau Tanunda
Barossa Contemporary is a bold large-scale festival held in one of the world’s most revered wine regions. This ‘Festival for the Curious’ will challenge perceptions of the Barossa and ignite the wildest corners of your imagination.
Schubert & Sherbet at Chateau Tanunda is an afternoon […]
Paw Patrol: The Movie | In Cinemas 16 September 2021
The PAW Patrol is on a roll.
When their biggest rival, Humdinger, becomes Mayor of nearby Adventure City and starts wreaking havoc, Ryder and everyone’s favorite heroic pups kick into high gear to face the challenge head on. While one pup must face his past in Adventure […]
Let Them Eat at the Adelaide Central Market
Popular vegetarian and vegan eatery Let Them Eat has opened at the Adelaide Central Market, including SA’s first vegan delicatessen.
The brand-new stall boasts an extended range of signature Let Them Eat products and the vegan delicatessen offers customers a vegan alternative to traditional deli favourites. Customers can expect their […]
[ September 27, 2021; ]
Stories at the Hill
Join the Children’s Book Council SA Branch for stories, songs and activities at the Para Hills Library for Stories at the Hill.
The Children’s Book Council (SA Branch) is a branch of The Children’s Book Council of Australia – an independent, not for profit, volunteer organisation established in 1945 to promote children’s literature […]
WIN a Family Pass to Pixar Putt Adelaide
Just in time for the school holidays, mini-golf sensation Pixar Putt arrives in Adelaide for the first time this Spring from Friday 24 September to Sunday 17 October 2021 at Riverbank Promenade, Adelaide Convention Centre.
This open air, pop-up mini-golf experience is made up of interactive holes inspired by […]
Showbags Home Delivered
Kids disappointed there is no Royal Adelaide Show this year? Showbags.com.au are bringing a little bit of the magic of the show to your home, with bags delivered to your door!
by Sharon Harrington
We usually attend the Royal Adelaide Show each year, and were sad to miss out again this year. Fingers crossed it […]
[ February 15, 2022; ]
Marsh One Day Cup 2021/22 – West End Redbacks Fixture
The men’s domestic cricket one-day tournament, named the Marsh One-Day Cup, will start in Adelaide on Wednesday 22 September 2021.
The season opener will see the West End Redbacks take on Western Australia at Karen Rolton Oval. Entry is free or you can catch every ball live via […]
Libraries in South Australia – Find out what’s on offer at your local council library
Council libraries have always been a haven for book lovers seeking a quiet cosy corner to escape from the world. While they still have cosy corners, couches and an amazing collection of fabulous books for children and adults, they also offer […]
[ September 25, 2021; ]
Yarn Bombing Day & Play Street
The City of Port Adelaide Enfield plan to transform Pateela Street into a colourful streetscape wonderland for everyone to enjoy and explore.
Two free workshops were held in the lead up to this event to teach the basics of yarn bombing so that Pateela Street could be closed to traffic and transformed […]
[ September 25, 2021; ]
West Beach Skate Park Comp
Local skaters, BMXers and scooter-riders will have the opportunity to compete for a regional place as part of the Australian Skate Park League series held at West Beach Skate Park on Saturday 25 September 2021.
The event is held in partnership with YMCA Action Sports, Skate Australia, the City of West Torrens […]
[ September 25, 2021 to September 26, 2021. ]
Make It Mine Market in Henley Beach & Port Adelaide
With a focus on arts, crafts and fashion the Make It Mine marketplace showcases handmade creations of local makers, artists and designers. Held in two locations from September to May, the market is on the last Sunday of each month in Henley Beach and the last […]
WIN a Love, Diana Prize Pack
We are giving away a Love, Diana themed pack of goodies that’s valued at over $200 including the amazing Love Diana Mashup Dolls.
Love, Diana Mashups encourage your little one’s playtime to be adventure and creativity filled. Is Diana an Astronaut or a Hairdresser? Why not both! Let playtime reign with […]
WIN VIP Tickets to Nova’s (Not) The Royal Show
When this year’s Royal Adelaide Show was cancelled again, Nova’s Ben & Liam were just as disappointed as all of the kids and families around Adelaide. Another year of no rides, no showbags and no sideshows. What were they going to do?
That’s when Ben & Liam had […]
[ September 25, 2021 to October 10, 2021. ]
First Nations Cultural Experiences at Cleland Wildlife Park these School Holidays
In the October school holidays, two First Nations cultural experiences will be offered at Cleland Wildlife Park.
Cultural Guided Tour: Walk on country with First Nations people as they share their culture, providing insight into the traditional life and Song-Lines of the First Nations people, and […]
Explore Adelaide’s beautiful parks and gardens along the Spring Floral Trail
Adelaide’s parks and gardens are filled with beautiful spring flowers, part of 80,000 annual plants that are grown and planted yearly by the City of Adelaide’s horticultural team.
That’s a lot of opportunity for you to stop and smell the roses, or cinerarias, or agapanthas, or […]
Family-friendly winery with wildlife sanctuary, playground & beautiful grounds to explore
by Sharon Harrington
Woodstock Wines in McLaren Vale is a gorgeous spot for a long sunshiny lunch with the family. Daily kangaroo feeding, outdoor seating next to the playground, and big grassy lawns for a run around make this a wonderful place to visit with the […]
Ding Hao Pork pastry (char sui sou) and Radish cake (lo bok go)
Adelaide Yum Cha Guide
Where to eat yum cha in Adelaide.
We think that we’re super lucky to live here in Australia with tons of food from all over the world! Yum cha is the Cantonese version of brunch and literally translates to “drink tea” […]
Aldinga Emerald Boulevard Reserve – Review
This Aldinga playground is a great little stop for locals, if you happen to be in the Aldinga area, or like us, having a stay at Sellicks Beach. It’s one for slide lovers with 2 large slides plus a smaller one, a flying fox, tunnel, spinner, and hill to climb. […]
Did You Know? Children’s Book by Jessica Bennett
Created by Adelaide based Australian author Jessica Bennett, Did You Know? features rhyming stories which encourage children to use their imagination and see the magic in nature.
Jessica started writing this book for her niece, Eva, in 2015 when she was 5 years old. She was going through a […]
[ September 26, 2021; ]
Mini BBB Boutique Baby Fair
BELLY BABY BEYOND will be hosting their Mini BBB Boutique Baby Fair at The Queens Theatre for one day only on 26 September 2021. This is a great event for parents and parents to be as there will be an array of boutique maternity and baby goods to browse plus free […]
[ September 25, 2021 to October 10, 2021. ]
Shop & Play at Adelaide’s Shopping Centres – School Holidays Sep/Oct 2021
Your ultimate guide to the top fun activities for kids in Adelaide’s shopping centres during the Spring School Holidays.
To make it easier for you to find things for the kids to do, see our Guide below, featuring some of the most popular, and some […]
Family Fun Activities to do during the Sep/Oct School Holidays in Adelaide
Your ultimate guide to the top fun activities for families in Adelaide during the Spring School Holidays.
To make it easier for you to find things for the kids to do, see our Guide below, featuring some of the most popular, and some not-so-well-known activities […]
[ September 25, 2021 to October 10, 2021. ]
Kids Holiday Programs & Workshops in Adelaide – Sep/Oct School Holidays 2021
Your ultimate guide to the top holiday programs & workshops for kids in Adelaide during the Spring School Holidays.
To make it easier for you to find things for the kids to do, see our Guide below, featuring some of the most popular, and some […]
