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History Friday – A Sweet Icon of South Australia
In the heart of North Adelaide stands one of South Australia’s sweetest treasures –Perryman’s Bakery, which has just celebrated its 100th...

Julie
Sep 192 min read


Saturday Street Art Spotlight: “Stories on Our Walls”
Back in 1993, Thebarton unveiled a cultural gem – a stunning community mural project, officially launched by The Hon. Anne Levy MLC...

Julie
Aug 181 min read


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


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


History Friday | A Hero in Bronze at Adelaide Oval
Ever spotted the “Aviation pioneer” statue near Adelaide Oval? That’s Sir Ross Macpherson Smith, a South Australian aviation pioneer who...

Julie
Jul 111 min read


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


History Friday | The Capri Theatre, Goodwood
Step into a living piece of cinema history at Adelaide's beloved Capri Theatre, proudly celebrating 84 years in 2025. Originally opened...

Julie
Jun 62 min read


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


The comfort of quiet moments...
At Adelaide Style Accommodation, it’s the little things — like soft sheets, a cozy bed, and books waiting to be read — that make your...

Julie
May 291 min read


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


📍Where Am I Here… (highlight tour of SA History Festival)
Step inside one of Adelaide’s most breathtaking heritage homes – Carclew House, built in the 1890s and once home to some of South...

Julie
May 211 min read


👣 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


South Australia's History Festival - 1/5/2025-31/5/2025
May is South Australia's History Festival If you love history—or simply want to know more about this incredible state—May is the perfect...

Julie
Apr 301 min read


📚 Today is World Book Day – a wonderful reminder of how stories connect us, inspire us, and stay with us long after the last page is turned.
At Adelaide Style Accommodation, we believe that holidays are about more than just seeing new places—they’re about moments . And...

Julie
Apr 231 min read


History Friday - bridges - footy - Adelaide Bridge
Did you know the King William Street bridge—crossed daily by footy fans heading to Adelaide Oval—has a plaque dating back to 1877? Opened...

Julie
Apr 111 min read


Ready to Start Planning a May Getaway?
With the Glenelg Ferris Wheel sparkling in the background and a gentle sea breeze in the air, it’s a perfect reminder that now’s the time...

Julie
Apr 42 min read


Queen Adelaide Statue - Art Saturday
"Nestled within the serene International Rose Garden of the Adelaide Botanic Garden stands a tribute to the city's namesake—Queen...

Julie
Mar 292 min read


History Friday - Does this bring back a childhood memory?
This coin-operated horse ride — “The Outlaw” — sits proudly outside the Odeon Star Cinema in #Semaphore , #southaustralia , a throwback...

Julie
Mar 281 min read


History Friday: Letters from Australia – An Immersive Cornish-Australian Story
Adelaide Fringe is always full of surprises, and this year we had the pleasure of experiencing “Letters from Australia”—a breathtaking,...

Julie
Feb 282 min read


Remember our story last week about the 100+ year-old fig tree?
Well… we finally put those freshly picked figs to delicious use! Tried a brand-new fig recipe! Using the best South Australian...

Julie
Feb 131 min read
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