The Minlaton Caravan Park has a range of accommodation and is perfect to explore the amazing beaches on the Yorke Peninsula. Review by Adaire Prosser Minlaton is located on the Yorke Peninsula, about 2 and a half hours drive from Adelaide. The historic town has a large Foodland, a pub, a couple of cafes and other stores. The major appeal of Minlaton is the close proximity to some of the famous Yorke Peninsula beaches. We stayed at the Minlaton Caravan Park over the Easter long weekend in 2025 with our family of four. The caravan park is a good…
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Walk to Defeat MND and show your support for the Motor Neurone Disease community in South Australia by raising awareness and vital funds for research and care. Walk to Defeat MND is one of MNDSA’s major annual fundraising events which enables MNDSA to provide qualified, experienced and passionate staff to provide care, comfort, and supportive client services. These services include occupational therapy, augmentative and alternative communication and assistive equipment to aid independence and the caring role for those with MND. Walk to Defeat MND is held in the beautiful grounds of Adelaide’s Pinky Flat, opposite Adelaide Oval on War Memorial…
The special SteamRanger experience for young families is back in May and September with the ‘Teddy Bears Picnic’ train. The Teddy Bears Picnic train operates between Mount Barker and Strathalbyn, departing Mount Barker at 10am in the morning and returning in the afternoon around 4.30pm. Pack your own picnic to enjoy at the Strathalbyn Station park or the amazing Strathalbyn Visitors Centre team will suggest some great local cafés or bakeries for you to visit. The dates are scheduled on the Saturday before Mother’s Day in May and Father’s Day in September. *PLEASE NOTE: SATURDAY 10 MAY 2025 IS SOLD…
Book Review of Pippa Park Raises Her GameSponsored* | All opinions are our ownThe Children’s Book Review What to Expect: Friendship, online bullying, family, identity, basketball, Korean culture. Centering around the pressures of being a second-generation Korean American and a teenager, this middle-grade novel explores the universal challenges of being young, including the conflict between family expectations and finding one’s own identity, the pressure to fit into the crowd, and the anguish of a first crush. Pippa loves to play basketball—and she’s really good at it. However, when her math grades start to fall, her big sister, Mina, not only…
The Mother’s Day Classic is an annual fun run and walk raising funds and awareness for breast cancer research. Their aim is to deliver a fun, healthy and inspirational community event that brings the community together on Mother’s Day to support and remember those touched by breast cancer. Adelaide’s 2025 event will be held in Pinky Flat on the bank of the River Torrens, bordered by Adelaide Oval. Participants can choose to walk or run a distance of 4km or 7km. There are also official events in Gawler and Mount Gambier. Participants can also experience the buzz of the event…
Book Review of We’re Going to the Dinosaur ForestSponsored* | All opinions are our ownThe Children’s Book Review What to Expect: Dinosaurs, bravery, companionship, adventure, imagination. Companionship, play, and imagination take center stage in this dinosaur-themed picture book. Bracken loves to go on adventures—and his favorite person to go on adventures with is his Gram. He proposes they go for a walk in the Dinosaur Forest, and Gram is a little bit nervous, but she does her best to be brave—with Bracken there to hold her hand, of course. All goes well until they see a Stegasaurus and then a…
Entries are now open for the 2025 Royal Adelaide Show competitions. With over 40 sections on offer across a range of categories, there’s something for everyone. Do you have a brilliant baker, savvy sewer or green thumb at home? From arts, crafts and cookery, to horticulture, photography and more, the Royal Adelaide Show offers you and YOUR KIDS the opportunity to show off your talents in numerous categories. Whether you’re artistic, creative, talented or have the greatest pet in the world, the Show has a myriad of competitions to suit anyone and everyone. Competitions include: Livestock Pets Food &…
A food side hustle might sound like a good idea, but have you really thought about it? There are many complexities around business in general, and even more so with products meant for human consumption. From establishing a unique selling point to engagement, give these a try.Upgrade the Payment SystemAs a food enthusiast, you already have the passion and knowledge for a business such as a restaurant, pop-up cafe or home bakery. However, that’s not always enough. Finances are, of course, required for a business to operate successfully. Whether you are a hobbyist or a fledgling business owner, you need…
Doll DIY and Crafting BooklistThe Children’s Book Review What to Expect: Creativity, play, textiles and crafting, science and industry, recycling. Looking for the best doll-making books to start your DIY crafting journey? Whether you’re a beginner wanting to create your first handmade doll or an experienced crafter seeking eco-friendly textile projects, this curated list features six outstanding books that provide patterns, techniques, and inspiration for sustainable doll making. Discover how to create diverse dolls with different skin tones, body types, and styles while reducing environmental impact through upcycling materials. Why Making Your Own Dolls Matters for the Environment In the…
South Australians are being asked to put schnitties on the menu this May and pledge to support an end to bullying and drug and alcohol-fuelled youth violence. The fundraising initiative #schnitty4sam organised by the Sammy D Foundation commemorates the life of the charity’s namesake, Sam Davis. Sam was 17 years-old when he played a game of footy, had a schnitty for dinner at South Adelaide’s clubrooms, before heading to a party with his mates. A fatal one-punch attack meant he never came home. With violence in schools up 22% over the past three years, #schnitty4sam aims to raise $70,000 to…