Lauren Ferrone

A woman sits on a picnic blanket with a baby, enjoying a sunny day outdoors.

Alpha Box & Dice’s Long Weekender!

Looking for a laid-back, family-friendly way to spend the June long weekend? Alpha Box & Dice has you sorted with their Long Weekender – a three-day celebration packed with great music, delicious food, fine wine, and fun for all ages, set on the lush lawns of their McLaren Vale winery.

Read More >
June 3, 2025
Two children in pajamas and hats sitting on a bed, smiling and enjoying a cozy moment together.

From paper to fabric: Kip&Co X children’s book collab

Get ready, book lovers! Aussie brand Kip&Co has teamed up with legendary children’s author Graeme Base to create a magical new collection inspired by his classic picture book, The Eleventh Hour. This exciting collab brings the colourful, mysterious world of Horace the Elephant and his animal friends into your home in the most fun and cosy way.

Read More >
May 28, 2025
A woman reading a story to children gathered around her on a colorful blanket in a sunny outdoor setting.

St Raphael’s Reading Revolution

In an era where screen time is the norm, St Raphael’s Reading Revolution offers a compelling alternative: the enduring magic of books. Running from 16–20 June, the bold award-winning initiative aims to reignite a passion for reading and offers kiddos something refreshingly different—the timeless magic of books.

Read More >
May 28, 2025
A little girl joyfully riding a bike on a smooth paved road under a clear blue sky.

Keeping your child ‘wheely’ safe

If your house is anything like ours, bikes and scooters are part of the daily routine. They’re not just fun, they help kids build confidence, coordination, and independence. They also introduce road safety basics, teach kids how to judge distances, stay aware of their surroundings, and make safe decisions.

Read More >
May 28, 2025
A woman in a dress stands on stage beside several stacked boxes, engaging with the audience.

Theatre review: Looking for Alibrandi

As someone who came of age alongside Josie Alibrandi—first through Melina Marchetta’s iconic novel and later the beloved film—watching Looking for Alibrandi come to life on the Adelaide stage felt both nostalgic and entirely fresh.

Read More >
May 28, 2025

Saddle up for a good cause

At Riding for the Disabled SA (RDA SA), a world of horses and meaningful connections awaits kids with disabilities. Since 1972, this fantastic organisation has been empowering young riders to saddle up not just for fun, but also for personal growth and healing through the joys of equestrian therapy.

Read More >
May 21, 2025
A young boy focuses intently as he aims his bow at a colorful archery target.

Beyond the ball sports

Footy and netball might dominate the weekend sports scene in Adelaide, but if your little one isn’t keen on chasing a ball or prefers something a little different, there are plenty of exciting alternative sports to explore. From scaling climbing walls to soaring through the air on a trapeze, here’s a round-up of some of Adelaide’s most unique kids’ sports and how to get your kiddo involved.

Read More >
May 21, 2025