There is so much behind the scenes work that goes into preparing a home for sale. Nick Tirrell, project manager at Presenting Beautiful Homes, shows us through their latest transformation in Kensington Park.
The Brief
A rundown villa, set on 1227m2 of premium land in Adelaide’s eastern suburbs, had sat vacant for an extended period of time, and a lack of regular maintenance had the property in need of some love and attention before it hit the market for sale. It was important that the home presented as ready to move in and appeal to a broad demographic of buyers, including families and professionals
The Project
The goal was to return the run-down property to its former glory in a modern and sophisticated way, capturing the attention of as many potential buyers as possible. This involved updating the colour palette throughout, replacing and updating light fixtures and fittings, re-tiling, landscaping and more.
The Results
When the hard work and vision pays off for the owner – as it did with this project – it’s a win for all. This resulted in a staggering sale price of$3.15 million. More than 100 groups viewed the home throughout the duration of the campaign and there was a huge turnout on auction day with competitive bidding. The home also achieved the highest sale price in Adelaide for the week it went to auction.
“Presenting Beautiful Homes managed the whole process of delivering and project managing all required trades, and then furnished and presented the property magnificently during the sales period.”
Simon, client
Simple Alterations That Added Value
Interior and exterior painting with a modern colour palette of whites, greys and blacks.
Replacing old worn flooring and carpet throughout with lighter and more modern selections.
Updating old-fashioned light fixtures.
Repairing and installing new fencing along the boundary and a compliant pool fence to match the new exterior colour palette.
Retiling and filling the existing swimming pool.
High-pressure cleaning of all outdoor areas and paving.
As Australian women in sport reaches an all-time high, Seymour College is providing pathways for students to advance their athletic abilities with its high performance sports program, coordinated by elite AFLW player Angela Foley.
Seymour College is helping develop the sportswomen of the future by taking a balanced approach to elite sport.
Their High Performance Sports program, now in its third year, aims to advance high-performance athletic capabilities in a range of sports such as rowing, gymnastics, swimming, netball and AFL. Once accepted, students receive weekly theory classes in psychology, nutrition and biomechanics, as well as strength and conditioning training, providing them with the building blocks necessary to become high-level athletes.
As a two-time AFLW premiership player, program coordinator, Angela Foley, knows better than most the importance of balance, on and off the field, and this is a pivotal part of the program’s teachings.
“It provides girls with tools they can use to better understand and manage themselves,” says Angela. “It’s also about giving the girls confidence to go out into the big wide world knowing they are capable of reaching for the stars. I also speak about resilience and the ability to deal with challenges – not everything in life will go your way.”
Year 11 student Abby says she has learnt that being a good athlete is about more than just your physical capabilities. “To be successful, you need to be well-rounded, mentally strong, have good nutrition, be a good teammate and have time management skills,” she says. “Having this knowledge has significantly helped me achieve in my sport.”
While the High Performance Sports program provides girls the opportunity to enhance their athletic abilities, Seymour College says they are conscious of not specialising in one area. Instead, the school understands that the key to a well-rounded education is nurturing individual capability and confidence in each field – whether it’s in sport, academics or performing arts – and celebrating the overall success of students. This has seen Seymour achieve high-level ATAR results annually, aligning with the College’s idea that success is a derivative of ‘strength, justice and optimism’.
“It’s our job to give students opportunities and pathways to reach high places,” Angela says. “At Seymour, we’re preparing the girls for the future and this program is helping them in leadership and resilience.”
Need a reason to shop? Then this is quite possibly the best excuse ever…
It’s is the ultimate weekend (or weekday!) indulgence – guilt-free shopping, fine food and wine, and a night of luxury at the Mayfair Hotel, one of Adelaide’s most sought-after premier hotels.
Spend the day shopping up a storm in Rundle Mall before retreating to the comfort and luxury of the elegant Mayfair Hotel, thanks to this too-good-to-miss Shop + Stay experience. The tailor-made experience begins with a welcome glass of South Australian sparkling on arrival. Drop your bags off in one of the Mayfair’s Deluxe King Rooms and then head to the long list of fashion boutiques in nearby Rundle Mall to spend your $100 shopping voucher (one voucher per room), which is included as part of the package.
You’ll also enjoy complimentary parking and a delicious breakfast for two in the Mayflower Restaurant. Luxurious and indulgent, without the post-shop guilt (thanks to your bonus shopping dollars!) this bespoke Mayfair experience makes for the perfect couple’s retreat or girls’ weekend getaway!
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Dewy, radiant skin is this season’s best accessory – and, to achieve the glowing look we’re all lusting over, it’s time to re-invest in our skincare routine. Dermaplaning and Hydrafacials are a great way to smooth skin texture and boost natural beauty, leaving you confident and fresh-faced.
The professionals at skin care clinic Laser Hair Removal at the Bay and on Unley, are experts at delivering high-quality, non-invasive treatments in a safe environment. Both the Glenelg and Parkside clinics use only medical-grade equipment and employ registered nurses to perform treatments like dermaplaning, HydraFacials and laser hair removal.
This spring, we’re putting our best face forward with the help of Laser Hair Removal at the Bay and on Unley. Until October 31, new clients of Laser Hair Removal at the Bay and on Unley can receive 25 percent off their first dermaplaning or HydraFacial treatments when they use code SASTYLE. Call 08 8295 7070 to book.
What is dermaplaning?
Dermaplaning is an exfoliation treatment and procedure that smoothens, tightens and brightens your skin complexion, removing dry skin and rough texture from your face. During the treatment, a sterile surgical blade gently removes the top layer of skin, shaving away dead skin cells and the dreaded ‘peach fuzz’. It’s recommended clients receive dermaplaning monthly.
Who should have it?
Dermaplaning is effective for those who have acne scarring, an uneven skin tone or experience dry skin. It’s also believed to help aging skin as it helps remove the build-up of dead skin cells, which increase with age.
What to expect
Dermaplaning takes less than 45 minutes to complete and is a painless treatment. A combination of deep cleansing, dermaplaning exfoliation and a post-treatment enzyme peel is used to remove remaining dead skin cells. Dermaplaning is available at both the Glenelg and Unley clinics and costs $150.
What is a HydraFacial?
A HydraFacial is the best gift you can give your skin, the treatment is a unique, non-invasive facial that boosts your beauty instantly. The treatment cleanses, exfoliates and hydrates through a patented spiral tip that clears pores and releases serums co-currently through a painless suction. A HydraFacial delivers a vortex fusion of antioxidants, peptides and hyaluronic acid performed on the face, neck or décolletage.
Who should have it?
A HydraFacial doesn’t discriminate – with the treatment perfect for all skin types, textures and ages. Whether you want to address fine lines, sagging skin, enlarged pores, texture troubles or vibrancy, HydraFacial targets all areas of concern with its nifty all-in-one approach.
What to expect
A HydraFacial takes less than an hour, and the results are immediate. Leave the skincare clinic feeling your best, with the treatment easy to squeeze into any busy schedule. It’s recommended clients receive a HydraFacial once a month. The treatment feels like a cool brush moving across your skin, with results sometimes lasting over seven days. HydraFacials are only on offer at the Glenelg clinic.
Face – $170 Face + Neck – $195 Face + Neck + Decolletage – $220
LHR At the Bay is open every Tuesday to Friday for appointments and every second Saturday. Shop 1/61 Tapleys Hill Road, Glenelg North, call 08 8295 7070 to book.
LHR At the Bay is open every Tuesday to Thursday for appointments and every second Saturday. Shop 16/13 Unley Road, Parkside, call 08 8295 7070 to book.
Meet the future faces of fashion: they’re bold, brave and breaking into South Australia’s industry with energy and style.
Now, perhaps more than ever before, the spotlight is set on emerging South Australian fashion talent. We’re producing some of the best in the country, with many landing career-starting internships and building their own successful brands post-graduation. Kick-starting the journey for many is the renowned Bachelor of Creative Arts (Fashion), which is an industry-focused degree delivered in partnership with TAFE SA and Flinders University.
The three-year course marries practical experience with the tools needed to succeed in fashion. Lessons in pattern making, garment construction and design are taught alongside marketing and fashion history classes, providing students with skills, opportunities and pathways into an industry that is often hard to crack.
We spoke to four recent graduates about their career ambitions, industry challenges and how their studies have shaped their entry into the fast-paced world of fashion
JOSEPHINE-ROSE ARGANESE
Describe your label in five words.
Flirty, quirky, artistic, colourful and bold.
What was the inspiration behind your graduate collection?
I saw a tutorial for pom poms on Pinterest and loved it – that’s when I knew I wanted to use them in my collection. The whole collection flowed from the pom poms, including the colour scheme, shapes and silhouettes.
How have your studies at TAFE SA prepared you for a career in the industry?
I loved the degree as I was surrounded by like-minded peers and lecturers who have worked in the industry. I hadn’t sewed much and didn’t know much about the industry when I started. Now I know there are so many other opportunities in fashion besides designing. The third year was my favourite as we could be as creative as we wanted yet always had the support of the lecturers. Since graduating, I’ve had a few lecturers help me with the launch of my brand.
How will you make your mark in the Australian fashion industry?
With love and lots of colour. I want my love of colour and print to be all over Australia.
How do you think emerging designers are overcoming obstacles in the fashion industry?
The fashion industry [has the potential]to be very isolating, but I’ve had the amazing opportunity of becoming a part of an initiative called The Fashion Est. The designers I share the space with are supportive and I love the little family we’ve become. We bounce ideas off each other and can always ask for advice.
Feminine, elegant, sophisticated, confident and alluring.
What was the inspiration behind your final graduate collection?
Citrus Sun was influenced by the Amalfi Coast. Lemon trees are found along the crystal blue coastline, which inspired me to paint the watercolour lemon floral print featured throughout my collection. My label, Zetii, is a resort wear brand reflecting warm summer days with modern-day romance.
What does the future of Australia’s fashion industry look like to you?
I would love to see the future of Australia’s fashion industry become less reliant on off-shore production. We have an incredible amount of talent in our country, and I hope Australia continues to develop and support its local fashion footprint.
How have your studies at TAFE SA prepared you for a career in the industry?
I didn’t have any experience with a sewing machine before my enrolment at TAFE SA. Pattern making was a crucial technique that we learned, and essential computer skills required for design are also a skill that I [now] use daily at my current workplace. I’m very grateful for my time at TAFE SA and Flinders University; [for me, it has] led to a Fashion Design Internship with Australian Fashion Group, Keepsake the Label.
Who would you credit as your biggest fashion inspiration?
Both of my grandmothers are my biggest fashion inspirations. They both worked at Hodders Furriers in the Adelaide Arcade in the 60s. My grandmas have always dressed with style and have incredible sewing skills. I think they undeniably influenced my interest in fashion.
LABEL: ZETII COLLECTION: CITRUS SUN RESORT WEAR COLLECTION 2022 @zetii_australia
ANGELA SHAN
Describe your label in five words.
Modern, timeless, sophisticated, imaginative and elegant.
What was the inspiration behind your graduate collection?
My graduate collection, La Fleur Éternelle (The Eternal Flower) Spring/Summer 22, was inspired by the florals from my garden. The collection centres around organic shape, dimension and movement, and finding a balance between imperfection and beauty.
Why did you decide on a career in fashion?
I was drawn to fashion as it is a way to build my confidence and express who I am. Working in fashion gives me the opportunity to help others feel empowered and beautiful, so they too can have the freedom to express their unique style, personality and beauty.
How have your studies at TAFE SA prepared you for a career in the industry?
TAFE SA has taught me everything I need for my fashion career – from the creative process of designing to the technical aspect of sewing and pattern making.
How do you plan to carve out your own niche in fashion?
I plan on getting as much experience as possible by working for other amazing designers and brands. After this, I plan on focusing on creating my own brand, starting locally and online.
LABEL: ANZELA COLLECTION: LA FLEUR ÉTERNELLE SPRING/SUMMER 2022 @anzelathelabel
RACHELLE GOSDEN
Describe the style of your label in five words.
Cool, classic, modern, timeless and chic.
You’ve just graduated and have already been featured in Vanity Fair UK. How does it feel?
It was honestly so crazy to be featured in Vanity Fair UK. I had manifested featuring in a magazine for my fashion designs, and then they somehow stumbled upon me!
What was the inspiration behind your graduate collection?
I had designed a completely different collection at first but changed it all before the pattern making and sewing started. I’m glad I did! My idea was to design something cool, simple and timeless.
How have your studies at TAFE SA prepared you for a career in the industry?
The TAFE SA course was very hands on and being taught by lecturers who have worked in the industry was highly beneficial.
What does the future of Australia’s fashion industry look like to you?
I hope more fashion brands incorporate slow fashion, decrease landfill and reduce clothing production. The next generation is more conscious of climate change and slow fashion is becoming more mainstream.
How do you plan to carve out your niche in the Australian fashion industry?
With LIAN BY LIAN, I plan to keep my production numbers small – I don’t like the idea of overproducing. I’d also love to incorporate my Malaysian background into my designs.
The dual-award course delivers the TAFE SA Diploma of Applied Fashion Design and Merchandising [MST50119] co-currently with the Flinders University Bachelor of Creative Arts (Fashion).
Duration: Three years full-time Prerequisites: None Delivered: At the TAFE SA Adelaide City campus. SATAC Code: 224901 Applications are now open for 2023. To view the full range of fashion courses offered at TAFE SA visit tafesa.edu.au/fashion
The spring racing season is upon us, which means it’s time to get your tickets to the latest events and on-field fashion sorted. The Spring Carnival at Morphettville kicks off October 8, with some of the hottest events, experiences and luncheons happening at the premier racecourse.
If you’re partial to a pint of Guinness, this is the race day for you. The Guinness of Guineas Irish Spring Fling is a jam-packed day featuring luxe long lunches, a ‘spring fling’ party, pints of the Irish brew and more.
With two luncheon experiences to choose from, enjoy an afternoon at Restaurant 1873 overlooking the finishing straight and Winning Post. Or, see if you’re as lucky as a leprechaun at the Irish Spring Fling Party in the Diva Lounge. A ticket to the event – hosted on the ground floor of the grandstand – includes a five-hour drink package, a food voucher and access to betting facilities. General admission tickets cost $30, and gates open at 11am.
The second thrilling event in the spring calendar combines two of the largest racing events of the season. Watch The Everest live from Sydney’s Randwick Racecourse on the big screen and experience the excitement of the “world’s richest race on turf” – the prize money standing at an astonishing $15M. Then, catch the prestigious Group 1 Caulfield Cup streamed live from Melbourne. Some of the best South Australian racing will also be happening.
The first-class racing events are paired with a range of premium hospitality packages perfect for punters searching to enjoy the day in style. Celebrate at the CC Giddy Up Club, close to the action of the racing track or unwind at The Stables with a luxe two-course lunch experience overlooking the Mounting Yard.
The Cox Plate Day is one of the best springtime race events, welcoming the warmer weather while showcasing exceptional interstate racing live on the big screen. Enjoy local produce platters and SA wine amongst good company, or try your luck on the biggest race day in Moonee Valley.
Book the VIP section at the CC Giddy Up Club and enjoy a four-hour drinks package (including Canadian Club), a cheese platter and a private booth close to the track action. The race day fun begins at 11am.
The spring races are renowned for their on-field style, with the VIC Derby and Golden Eagle Day at the Morphettville racecourse a day of flair, fashion and fun. Dress to the nines in your best black-and-white style and enjoy a day of racing entertainment.
Sydney’s Golden Eagle and the prestigious VIC Derby will be streamed to the big screens, with local racing also taking place on the day. Settle in for one of the most fashionable days in the spring calendar, and enjoy the best Morphettville has to offer.
Experiences on the day include a premium luncheon at Restaurant 1873, the CC Giddy Up Club (and its VIP booths), or access to the perfect viewing spot for track action at the Diva Lounge.
Experience the magic of the race that stops the nation at Morphetville’s Melbourne Cup Day, streaming the famed race live from Flemington. Enjoy a day of thrilling live racing, participate in the sweepstake and try your luck on a horse in the nation’s most historic race event.
The prestigious event is matched with several luxury hospitality packages, helping you enjoy Melbourne Cup Day in style. Toast the day with a glass of GH Mumm champagne at the Morphettville Champagne on the Lawns event. The premium event is in prime position for racing action and includes a five-hour drinks package (including GH Mumm), roving canapés and live entertainment.
The final race in the spring calendar arrives as we begin to gear up for the holiday season and the weather warms up. End the Spring Carnival on a high with the Group 1 Mackinnon Stakes streamed on the big screen at Morphettville Racecourse, with live local racing taking place throughout the day.
This final spring event sets the tone for the end-of-year festivities and is the perfect opportunity for corporate celebrations looking to beat the busy December period. Dress to impress in your on-field fashion, book a private suite or long lunch and soak up the thrilling race action.
ADL Fashion Week kicks off this spring, celebrating South Australia’s fashion industry across a four-day, jam-packed program. The inaugural event, taking place in the Adelaide CBD this October 6-9, shines a light on local talent while providing a place for creatives and shoppers to enjoy the diversity of SA’s fashion scene.
The new festival has a curated line-up of events, in-store experiences, and incredible shopping offers. Here’s the South Australian Style guide to the hottest events at ADL Fashion Week:
ADL Fashion Week Launch Lunch | October 6
Celebrate the launch of ADL Fashion Week with a long lunch at Fishbank this October 6. The afternoon features a curated program of live entertainment, bespoke fashion moments and a portrait pop-up station. Enjoy freshly-shucked oysters on arrival before the exclusive launch party unfolds. Tickets cost $150, with the lunch starting at midday.
90 Years of R.M Williams: A Life’s Journey | October 6
Celebrate nine decades of the iconic South Australian brand R.M Williams at an exclusive evening this October 6. Enjoy a five-course dinner at Sôl Rooftop, paired perfectly with Penfolds wine, and learn about the R.M Williams legacy in an intimate Q+A with Head of Product Development Scott Faulder. Tickets cost $250, with the event starting at 6:30pm.
Some of South Australia’s leading fashion stylists – Lauren Dilena, Zena Najar and Michelle Beltrame – are collaborating to give fashion lovers insider tips and tricks to elevate your personal style in a one-on-one 90-minute styling session this ADL Fashion Week. Unfolding in Rundle Place, enjoy a private consultation with one of the stylists, outline your wardrobe goals, and hit the shops at the premier fashion destination. Each session costs only $30 to book and is valued at $250. There’s never been a better time to refresh your wardrobe than during Adelaide’s biggest shopping event!
South Australia’s fashion landscape is home to dozens of diverse designers, creatives and industry experts. Raise a glass to those marking a mark in the fashion world at the ADL Fashion Week event, The Art of Fashion. Hosted at the Art Gallery of South Australia, enjoy an exclusive showcase from some of the state’s most loved designers, drinks and dancing under the stars. Designers include Paolo Sebastian, couture+love+madness and Acler. Tickets cost $150.
The Style Capsule – Style at Sea Launch Lunch | October 8
Join The Style Capsule at the launch of their spring/summer range ‘Style at Sea’ with a long lunch hosted at Yiasou George this October 8. See a showcase of the latest Valente The Label collection – designed by Lisa Ranieri – and an interactive styling session with Adelaide’s own Lauren Dilena. Then, enjoy a three-course menu of Mediterranean-inspired dishes prepared by Yiasou George and a goodie bag. Tickets cost $85, with the event starting at midday.
Adelaide Film Festival Presents: Fashion Reimagined | October 9
The Adelaide Film Festival coincides with ADL Fashion Week, with Palace Nova Cinemas in the east end hosting an exclusive event and Q+A for the South Australian premiere of Fashion Reimagined. The documentary follows British fashion designer Amy Powney (Mother of Pearl) and her journey in creating a sustainable collection from “field to finished garment”, transforming the way we understand fashion.
After the film, enjoy a live Q+A discussion panel with the designers behind local, sustainable labels autark (Sophia McMahon) and Sunset Lover (Melanie Flintoft) to talk about the future of South Australia’s slow fashion scene. Tickets cost $25, with the pre-screening red carpet starting at 3:30pm.
Fashion Illustration Workshop at Fashion Est | October 9
Learn from leading fashion illustration artist and the ever-fabulous Petar Prodanvoić in a workshop session hosted at North Adelaide’s new boutique, Fashion Est. Prodanvoić is renowned for his detailed drawings of the latest fashion, design and accessories – and guests of the event will be carefully guided by him as they transform one of his blank illustrations. Enjoy a morning of fashion and fun, drawing, a complimentary brunch and sparking wine for $99. No drawing skills required!
A European high tea will charm ADL Festival Week attendees in one of the city’s premier shopping destinations, Adelaide Arcade. The high tea, to be presented by the new tearoom Cielo, will showcase local produce and fashion. There’ll be a showcase by Alexandra Lingerie and a fashion moment by Keepsake the Label, with the high tea including scones, canapes, cheeses, tea and Howards Vineyard sparkling wine. Tickets cost $95.
Before Evonne Goolagong became a household name, she was a young girl living on Wiradjuri land, playing tennis with her siblings with a racquet made from a wooden fruit box. Sunshine Super Girl is a heartwarming celebration of Goolagong’s tennis trajectory, her story, and the path she carved for future First Nations sportspeople.
The Performing Lines production and State Theatre Company performance runs until September 17.
Image credit: Paz Tassone
When tennis sensation and Wiradjuri woman Evonne Goolagong retired in 1983, she held seven Grand Slam singles titles to her name. The impressive match record and dual Wimbledon win (almost a decade apart) cemented her legacy as a tennis sensation. But in Yorta Yorta and Gunaikurnai writer/director Andrea James’ Sunshine Super Girl, we meet Goolagong (Ella Ferris) as a three-year-old – wide-eyed and wonderful, fishing in Murrumbidgee River in a tan babydoll dress. The production (showing at the Dunstan Playhouse until September 17) is a captivating re-telling of Goolagong’s highs, lows and career-defining moments that unfold on a tennis court stage.
From the moment she finds her first tennis ball in the back of the family car, Ferris’ performance captures the child-like energy and curiosity of the young girl “from the bush” who falls fast into the elite world of professional tennis. When the Goolagong family move to the small wheat town of Barellan, she discovers the War Memorial tennis courts are directly behind her house. The excitement amongst Evonne and her two siblings (Kirk Page and Katina Olsen) is palpable, as the trio play choreographic renditions of rallies, tournaments and state-wide competitions to the familiar thump of a tennis ball. With the support of the wider Barellan community, Goolagong receives coaching and car rides to tournaments, borrows tennis shoes and racquets, and plays state-wide junior competitions. She’s discovered by coach Vic Edwards (Page) at a training camp to train in Sydney – marking the beginning of the tennis star’s meteoric rise.
The ensemble takes on a dizzying array of different characters that shape Goolagong’s story. We meet lovingly fierce parents Melinda and Kenny (Jax Compton, Lincoln Elliot), coach Edwards, the besotted Roger Cawley (her now husband) and countless community members and court opponents. The sense of community cultivated on stage keeps Goolagong headstrong, determined, and afloat, culminating in Cawley’s adoration and support for his wife upon her triumphant “Super Mum” win at Wimbledon 1980.
The simple set design – a court made from projected tram lines, metal benches and two umpire chairs – helps move the story across the globe. From Barellan’s clay courts to coach Edward’s prim Sydney home, the lush lawns of Wimbledon and a colourful 70s disco, projections transform the appearance of the stage. The faultless performance, ever-changing characters and stage design results in an absorbing piece of theatre that seamlessly stretches over three decades.
Matches against some of the most famed players (think Margret Court and Chris Evert) unfold as stylised dances, as the all-First Nations cast perform pirouettes, pas de deux and contemporary moves in place of a rally. But the addition of dance doesn’t feel overdone or out of place. It appears as a competitive battle between players, as they run, dive and jump for the ball. The choreography, devised by movement coach Katina Olsen, captures the technical skill needed to beat an opponent and elevates the narration of Sunshine Super Girl.
Goolagong’s love for tennis never falters, but as her stardom grows, the cultural politics, unwanted sexual harassment from coach Edwards and the media’s hyper-fixation on her Aboriginality often punctures the cheerful nature of the play. Discussions of the Freedom Ride, the Aboriginal Tent Embassy and the Apartheid unfold amongst Goolagong and her peers, as they label her an “honourary white” for skipping protests to play.
There’s an opportunity for the story to shift into a more serious tone – yet it doesn’t. Despite the adversity, sexism and racial fetishization Goolagong experiences, she never loses her drive for tennis. She says the court is her platform to fight for equal rights, as she wins tournaments for those excluded from the elitist sport. Ferris’ does a remarkable job of continuing the wide-eyed wonderment of young Goolagong throughout the 90-minute play.
Sunshine Super Girl is a loving tribute to Goolagong that captures her essence and energy for tennis, set against a historically turbulent time. It’s an engaging and educational story, delivered with heart and a drive to inspire the next generation of First Nations sportspeople.
As we leave Goolagong on the Dunstan Playhouse stage, she reflects on her career, successes and the barriers she had to break. When she questions how a young Wiradjuri girl who learnt to play tennis with a wooden fruit box racquet became World No. 1, she answers “Why me? Why not.”
Sunshine Super Girl is performing at the Dunstan Playhouse until September 17. Purchase tickets here.
Grenache Fest: Adelaide Wine Markets | September 10
The Adelaide Wine Markets are back – and this time, it’s Grenache getting its moment in the spotlight. Taking over the Market Shed on Holland, more than 25 boutique SA winemakers will be popping up at the wine-fuelled evening. Try tipples of Grenache and other wine varieties from the likes of Purple Hands Wines, Thistledown and Dandelion Vineyards, listen to live acoustic music or graze on gourmet food. Tickets ($39) include a take-home tasting glass and access to wine flights. Driving? Purchase a $10 designated driver ticket and join the fun.
The Royal Adelaide Show is back, returning to the Showgrounds with a jam-packed program perfect for the entire family. Celebrate the best of the rural industries with cattle shows and farm experiences, taste artisan produce or feel the thrill on the sky-high rollercoasters and rides. At night, ride the Ferris Wheel, watch the monster trucks and catch the RAA firework show. It’s the last weekend to embrace the Royal Show fun – and after a two-year hiatus, it’s a celebration well-deserved.
Before Evonne Goolagong became a household name, she was a young girl living on Wiradjuri land, playing tennis with her siblings on a racket made from a wooden fruit box. Learn Evonne’s story in Sunshine Super Girl, the Performing Lines Production that tracks her meteoric rise in the tennis world, the triumph and hardships she faced, and her unrelenting love for the sport, her Country and her family. Underpinned by the cultural politics of the time, see Evonne receive her first tennis racket, win Wimbledon and find love in the heartwarming yet poignant play. Sunshine Super Girl is showing in the Dunstan Playhouse at the Adelaide Festival Centre until September 17.
Michelangelo’s Sistine Chapel: The Exhibition | All of September
While the Vatican City is many miles away, a slice of the Sistine Chapel and Michelangelo’s famed work has found its way to Adelaide, with a unique pop-up art exhibition taking place in Rundle Place. The replica life-size artwork allows you to see the renaissance painting away from the crowds, get close to Michelangelo’s renowned detailed design, and take photos of the artwork – which is banned in the Sistine Chapel. A must-visit for art and history lovers, and those who haven’t had the opportunity to yet jet off to Rome! Tickets start at $30.20 for adults.
Hahndorf Handmade Handcrafted Handpicked | All of September
Experience the best of the Adelaide Hills with the month-long festival, Hahndorf Handmade Handcrafted, taking place in the heart of the historic village. Over 300 artisan events and experiences will take place in September along Hahndorf’s Main Street and its surrounds, including cocktail masterclasses, wine blending experiences and DIY apple strudel lessons. This weekend, learn how to create your own Coco Marie clay mask or make homemade gnocchi in a cooking class with new Italian restaurant II Mulino. Plenty of fun for the entire family!
Your wedding day is a big deal. There are vows to be said, cakes to cut and a first dance to be had. And a lot of planning goes into making your big day as magical as possible.
From celebrants to locations, catering and music – we’ve selected our favourite producers in South Australia to help make your wedding day one to remember.
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