This month Adelaide is celebrating a very special milestone – 50 years of Rundle Mall. On 1 September 1976, Rundle Mall officially opened after part of Rundle Street was transformed into a pedestrian precinct. And what an opening it was!. Around 10,000 people gathered to celebrate, then-Premier Don Dunstan arrived by horse and cart, the SA Police Marching Band played – and perhaps one of the best stories of all… champagne flowed through the fountain! Over the next five decade

How often do we take a photograph without giving much thought to what it might capture for future generations? A building. A streetscape. The way people dressed. A moment in time. Recently, a book caught our eye — Captain Sweet’s Adelaide by Philip Pike and Julian Moore — and it reminded us just how powerful photography can be in telling the story of a city. Captain Samuel White Sweet, born in England in 1825, spent much of his early adult life in the Royal Navy before eventu

Three weeks ago we shared a fascinating farm find – a historic piece of agricultural machinery that sparked plenty of interest, conversations and memories. Then something wonderful happened. Mary from the Peterborough Print Shop reached out with these words: "You brought back a memory Julie." She kindly shared this incredible vintage advertisement featuring Hugh V. McKay's Australian "Suntyne" Combined Drill and Cultivator. As we explored it further, we uncovered even more of

History Friday - a fascinating farm find ... One of the things I enjoy most about travelling around South Australia is stumbling across unexpected pieces of history. Recently, I spotted this intriguing piece of machinery sitting quietly on a verandah. Thankfully it was under cover and being preserved rather than left out in the weather. Naturally, my curiosity got the better of me, so I decided to find out more. What I discovered was a fascinating connection to Australia's ag

History Friday - History truly came to life for us recently aboard the magnificent Clipper Ship City of Adelaide during the South Australia's History Festival. The “Women of the Ship” presentation was an unforgettable experience — with passionate volunteers bringing real stories to life through research, diaries, costumes, and beautifully told performances representing women connected to the ship across its incredible 162-year history. Did you know the City of Adelaide was sp

South Australia is looking beautifully green after recent rains — and sometimes the best journeys aren’t rushed. They’re found exploring places with stories… discovering regional towns, vineyards, heritage, local produce, and taking time to appreciate the landscapes around us. Whether travelling for work, visiting family, enjoying a festival, exploring history or planning a longer regional escape, we love sharing local tips to help guests discover more of our wonderful State.

Following on from our visit with Mary at the Peterborough Print Shop, today we’re sharing more about the remarkable Intertype machine she spoke to us about. Mary shared the history of this particular machine — including that this one came from England, not America, and how the differences can be identified. It was fascinating to hear how these machines were once central to producing newspapers and printed material for regional communities, playing a vital role in how informat

Following on from our visit with Mary at the Peterborough Print Shop, today we’re sharing more about the remarkable Intertype machine she spoke to us about. Mary shared the history of this particular machine — including that this one came from England, not America, and how the differences can be identified. It was fascinating to hear how these machines were once central to producing newspapers and printed material for regional communities, playing a vital role in how informat

This humble bell carries a big story. Cast in Birmingham by James Barwell—a renowned bell founder active from the late 1800s—bells like...

Take a closer look at these beautiful old doors and their intricate handles, locks, and keyholes… a far cry from the swipe cards, codes,...

Adelaide Botanic Garden Join us for #HistoryFriday as we highlight one of the garden's most iconic figures —George William Francis!...

Did you know that there are some fantastic Tours of iconic Adelaide Oval? You can do an - * Adelaide Oval Stadium Tour * Kids Trail at...