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Timekeepers of South Australia – From Town Hall Chimes to Train Timetables
Before smartphones and digital watches ruled our lives, timekeeping was a public affair in South Australia. In the late 1800s and early...

Julie
Aug 182 min read
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Picnic Bliss at Semaphore – Clever Little Picnics
If you love all things picnics, you’ll adore Clever Little Picnics in the heart of Semaphore, South Australia. Step inside and you’ll...

Julie
Aug 151 min read
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Celebrate South Australian Creativity – SALA Festival 2025
We love supporting and showcasing the incredible talent right here in SA! From meaningful art prints created from original works by South...

Julie
Aug 151 min read
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Wake Up & Wind Down in Style – North Adelaide
Start your day with a fabulous breakfast at Cafe Pellegrine – perfect coffee, fresh local dishes, and a warm buzz that’s a must when you...

Julie
Aug 121 min read
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History Friday:Celebrating 140 Years of Adelaide Arcade!
Since 1885, Adelaide Arcade has stood as a timeless icon in the heart of the city — and in 2025, it proudly celebrates 140 years of...

Julie
Aug 112 min read
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Artist Spotlight: Catherine Fitz-Gerald – SALA 2025
Artist Spotlight: Catherine Fitz-Gerald One of the beautiful things about @SALA is getting to meet the artists and see where the magic...

Julie
Aug 71 min read
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SALA Festival 2025 Has Officially Launched! 1–31 August | All across South Australia
Get ready to celebrate the incredible talent of South Australian Living Artists in every corner of our state — from city laneways to...

Julie
Aug 62 min read
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Today’s Sunday stillness feels like the perfect chance to pause, breathe, and reflect.
This giant egg timer — one of many striking displays for Illuminate Adelaide  — is a powerful reminder of how precious time really is....

Julie
Jul 201 min read
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Made my day...
A heartfelt note like this from our lovely guest staying at our Close to City home truly makes my day. Knowing we've created a space that...

Julie
Jul 181 min read
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 Sunday Stillness in South Australia
Captured in the heart of our iconic Aussie landscape Just stop... And listen... A lone #kangaroo  rests quietly beneath the stunning...

Julie
Jul 131 min read
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 History Friday | Piccadilly Cinema – A Timeless Treasure in North Adelaide
Step back in time at the magnificent Piccadilly Cinema, an Art Deco masterpiece that’s been lighting up North Adelaide since 1940....

Julie
Jun 131 min read
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 SA History Festival | Tuning In to the Past
What a treat to attend an engaging and nostalgic session by Ian Smyth at the beautiful North Adelaide Institute, one of our city’s...

Julie
May 301 min read
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 Eco Style Tuesday | Community, Conservation & Connection
Recently, we had the pleasure of attending an inspiring community event hosted by @City of Burnside Council, bringing together passionate...

Julie
May 272 min read
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 History Friday | If These Doors Could Talk...
Take a closer look at these beautiful old doors and their intricate handles, locks, and keyholes… a far cry from the swipe cards, codes,...

Julie
May 231 min read
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Behind the scenes -
A great day out at the 2025 SA Business Conference – Inspiration | Connection | Innovation – held at The Terrace Function Centre in...

Julie
May 191 min read
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 Eco Style Tuesday | Spotted: A Little Friend on a Big Mission
As we handed over our 600 Australian native seedlings to Trees For Life (SA)  last month, we were delighted to spot a tiny visitor—this...

Julie
May 131 min read
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Looking for a unique Adelaide Hills experience?
Let us introduce you to @ ondeen.farm . Nestled in the historic village of Verdun, just 20 minutes from some of our homes, Ondeen Wine...

Julie
May 131 min read
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🌹 Happy Mother’s Day – 11 May 2025 🌹
Today, across Australia, the United States, Canada, and New Zealand , we pause to celebrate the incredible women who nurture, support,...

Julie
May 111 min read
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👣 Footsteps Through Time: Henley Heritage Walk - Part of South Australia's History Festival  🌿
What a crowd. We joined the fully booked #Henley  #Heritage  Walk on 4 May, and it was an unforgettable experience. Huge thanks to the...

Julie
May 92 min read
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 We’ve done it again – back-to-back global winners
We’re incredibly proud to share that Adelaide Style Accommodation has been named Self-Catering Accommodation Specialists of the Year –...

Julie
May 81 min read
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