Beginning this month, a groundbreaking initiative is launching to offer autism assessments to South Australians at risk. With funding totalling approximately $800,000 until June 2026, this initiative aims to provide a complimentary assessment and diagnostic service tailored for young individuals with unique needs. It targets those residing in vulnerable households or involved with the youth justice system. This marks the inaugural dedicated service of its kind in South Australia. Through a rigorous selection process, the Department of Human Services has identified Autism SA, Solasta Wellbeing ..read more

South Australia’s internationally recognised shiraz vineyards are gaining further acclaim at the ‘Via Sensoria’ exhibition in Bordeaux, France. This high-profile event, held at the globally recognised wine museum, La Cité du Vin, will run until November. The partnership at La Cité du Vin not only provides South Australia’s wines a platform to be exposed to thousands of attendees, but also allows for the holding of wine tastings, exhibitions and events. In addition, it opens avenues for wine literature to the museum’s archive. Wine production is a considerable component of South Australia’s eco ..read more

McCarthy’s Orchard has opened their new cellar door expansion just in time for the Autumn season. Set within a beautiful Orchard in McLaren Vale, McCarthy’s Orchard is well known for its 75-year-old vines as well as its on-sight authentically handmade winemaking process. Grower and owner, Mark has commented on the completion of the extension, sharing his excitement for the Winter months coming up and the enjoyment customers will get out of the new area. “We are really pleased with how it has all turned out, we had a vision in our minds about what we wanted the extension to look like – mostly ..read more

Image: Milligram at Westfield Doncaster Milligram, the renowned retail store admired by stationery enthusiasts nationwide, has announced the grand opening of its new store set for the iconic Rundle Mall. “We are delighted to expand our presence to South Australia and join the vibrant community of Adelaide,” remarked Scott Druce, CEO and Founder of Milligram. “Milligram has confidence in the strength of the flourishing South Australian retail market, and Rundle Mall was the perfect choice.” Renowned for its immersive spaces, state-of-the-art design, and inviting ambiance, Milligram stores provi ..read more

Work on the new 3000m2 Spad Street Reserve is well underway in Adelaide’s west, with the new space set to inspire a whole new generation to get out and play thanks to the City of Charles Sturt. The new reserve will include spaces such a a playground with inclusive equipment, catering to all ages and abilities, ample seating and shaded rest area, open lawn space, a small nature walk for those looking to soak up the sun along with a drinking fountain and a dog bowl for your pooches. “We’re excited to be constructing this wonderful new reserve and helping to create a happier, healthier and safer ..read more

Just this past weekend, the team of Adelaide Famous Horse drawn Tram has had to say goodbye to the “Queen of the Horse Tram”, after contracting and testing positive for Ross River Virus – a mosquito-borne illness that is common in many regions across Australia. Isabella the 13-year-old bay mare, one of the few Clydesdale in service of the Tram, tested positive for the virus several weeks ago after experiencing a high temperature. However, as her symptoms worsened such as loss of appetite and neurological decline, she was transported to Mt Torrens to receive specialised and intensive veterinar ..read more

Ahmadiyya Muslim Youth Australia (AMYA), in collaboration with Red Cross Lifeblood, has announced the commencement of a nationwide blood drive, called “Faraz’s Gift.” The initiative pays tribute to Faraz Tahir and the five individuals who tragically lost their lives at Westfield Bondi Junction on April 13, 2024. “Faraz’s Gift” aims to immortalise their memory through acts of generosity and life-saving blood donations. Faraz Tahir, who stood as a paradigm of valour and commitment, had sought asylum in Australia from persecution. He had become an essential part of the Ahmadiyya Muslim Community ..read more

Feature image credit: Text Publishing In a crumbling public housing complex in Cape Town, Dierdre hobbles around on one leg, bumming cigarettes, begging for credit at the local convenience store, and spending what little money she has on booze. To add to the dreary picture of her life, this is also a time of major water shortages and rolling electricity blackouts. With her mother dying in hospital, her brother long vanished, and her daughter now married and living her own life, Dierdre staves off loneliness by nagging her neighbour Miriam for help, and picking up men in the local bar. Just whe ..read more

Images: Duy Dash (first image of owners Karl Tang and Ben Liew) What better way to enjoy the dropping temperatures in South Australia, than in a cosy wine bar in the heart of the CBD? You can do just that at the new Makan Southeast Asian inspired wine bar on Flinders Street which officially opens its doors on Friday 25th of April. Meaning ‘to eat’ in Malaysian/Indonesian, Makan is the brainchild of Ben Liew and Karl Tang, both affiliated with East End’s Southeast Asian fusion restaurant, Paper Tiger. With a dedication to introducing Adelaide to the richness of natural Asian wine varieties, Ka ..read more

The Adelaide Beer & BBQ Festival, the pinnacle celebration of beer, food, and music in Australia, is gearing up for its highly anticipated 2024 edition. Slated to take place from July 12th to 14th at the Adelaide Showground, the weekend will be filled with great food, live entertainment, and an extensive selection of beverages. In collaboration with the Independent Brewers Association, the festival has curated a stellar lineup of 67 brewers, distillers, and winemakers from Australia and around the world. This diverse selection promises to immerse attendees in a beer lover’s paradise, with ..read more