From Tuesday November 10, you can step inside a jungle oasis filled with lush foliage, succulents and cacti, with local plant boutique Stonecrop opening a pop-up location at the Adelaide Central Market, just in time to do your Christmas shopping.
We’ve chosen some of the best activities and things to do with kids and families in November in Adelaide, so you can start planning!
We love Christmas here at KIDDO, and we’ve been in touch with Tinsel the Elf, Chief Elf and magicmaker at the North Pole Post, who’s main role is to sort all the letters to Santa from children around the world. That’s no small feat! Tinsel the Elf wanted to share a bit about what happens up there in the North Pole and how your kiddo can receive a personalised letter from Santa himself this Christmas!
There’s been a changing of the guard at Bowerbird Design Market, with the upcoming November 27 – 29 market being managed by new owner, Peggy Byrne. We asked Peggy about what we can expect to see come November at Bowerbird.
For the first time, legendary children’s entertainer Peter Combe OAM will perform all of his best songs in the one magical live performance at the stunning Her Majesty’s Theatre, and we’re so excited, we could bellyflop in a pizza!
Creative, crafty, kids company Mini Mad Things has revealed plans for a special new project; ‘Unboxed: Adventures in Cardboard’, a beautiful children’s craft activity book all about the creative adventures you can have with cardboard boxes! Pre order available now!
When Jess wrote her article in the December 2018 issue of KIDDO mag, she didn’t think she’d be pregnant a few months later, but low and behold, it happened! She shares her IVF success story with us.
Soon after being delivered the news that I was expecting fraternal twins I set about launching an FBI scale investigation on multiple births in an attempt to prepare myself for what was to come. I read books, I joined facebook groups, I ferreted out other multiple mums and questioned them mercilessly. I became close personal friends with google on everything I could possibly think of that might be vaguely related to the topic of twins and what life was going to be like with not one baby, but two. But as much as my Type-A personality didn’t want to believe it, there are just some things you can’t prepare for. And there were just some things no one told me to expect.
Get into gear, strap the kids car seats in and hit the road friends; The History Trust of South Australia’s National Motor Museum will re-open its doors to visitors today at 10am.
With the easing of COVID-19 restrictions, Cleland Wildlife Park has been able to reopen this week, and the animals can’t wait to see you!
#powertothepeople What a heavy time the Christmas break was…. The fires and the devastation of our country was, and is, really hard to comprehend. The loss of human life, the millions of animals, businesses and houses devastated… but the overwhelming goodwill and generosity of the people has given us hope in a very dark period. We must remember that this is a marathon of recovery not a sprint and to dig deep whenever and wherever we can… On a lighter note, this issue we are celebrating the FESTIVAL SEASON and all of the magic and wonder that comes with MAD MARCH. We delve into some of the top shows, attractions and events with a comprehensive guide to the Fringe, Adelaide Festival and WOMAD. We have information, competitions and interviews. We profile the enigma that is Evelyn Roth who is the creative mastermind and textile artist behind Nylon Zoo @ WOMAD. She is 80+ years young and creates a magical world for the young (and young at heart!) to experience, play and learn about our beautiful environment and ecosystem. We hope you enjoy this issue and continue to show kindness and generosity wherever you can to help rebuild our beautiful country. #powertothepeople Charlotte X READ ISSUE 14 HERE
IT’S TIME TO SLIP, SLOP, SLAP, SLIPSH AND SLPASH BECAUSE THE SUMMER SCHOOL HOLIDAYS ARE HERE!! That’s right, no more school pick-ups and drop-offs, you have the KIDDO’s for the entire day! And you know what that means…… MUST. PLAN. ACTIVITIES. Like always, we have your back with a comprehensive ultimate guide of 50+ activities to keep you and the kids entertained over the Summer break! For 60+ more ideas look no further than our KIDDO: Top Things To Do With The Kids These School Holidays Ultimate List In the meantime, check out some of our favourite options below: THE NEW ADELAIDE OVAL KIDS TRAIL See the iconic stadium in a whole new way on this action-packed tour with the Adelaide Oval Ambassadors. Follow the trail with interactive activities along the way, which will have the kids thinking and walking in the footsteps of famous sporting heroes. Experience all aspects of cricket and football games at Adelaide Oval, where you’ll get the chance to be the coach, part of the media, a commentator and even a scoreboard operator! A fun day out for the whole family, with plenty of photo ops along the way, this tour will have both kids and parents learning and laughing. adelaideoval.com.au/tours/ THE BIG WEDGIE AT GLENELG The Big Wedgie is the world’s TALLEST and most EXTREME inflatable waterslide. With 4 awesome inflatable waterslides, The Big Wedgie has something for perfect for all ages and thrill-levels… The Big Wedgie also hosts birthday parties, for more party venue ideas check out our KIDDO Adelaide Party Venue guide! The Big Wedgie is also offering KIDDO social followers 10% off online tickets! Please use online code: KIDDOMAG. Military Road, West Beach (Next to Mega Adventure) thebigwedgie.com.au HAPPY BIRTHDAY PLAYSCHOOL @SA MARITIME MUSEUM All your favourite Play School characters are sailing into the Maritime Museum this December for an exhibition that brings all your childhood memories alive! To celebrate, a landmark exhibition marking the program’s milestone 50th birthday is coming to South Australia and will be exclusively at the Maritime Museum in Port Adelaide. 126 Lipson Street, Port Adelaide maritime.history.sa.gov.au MIX102.3 GIANT FERRIS WHEEL Mix102.3 is bringing the most popular ride in the world back to Moseley Square Bigger and better than ever…Get the best views of the Glenelg beach on Mix102.3’s Giant Ferris Wheel! The Mix102.3 Giant Ferris Wheel is open from 9.30am until 10:00pm every day. You can be watching the sunset with the whole family or looking over the foreshore of Glenelg and jetty night lights. mix1023.com.au/competition/mix102-3-giant-ferris-wheel/MIX Moseley Square, Glenelg 5045 ADELAIDE OVAL ROOF CLIMB VOUCHERS This is an activity for the older kids (12 years old and up), but it’s definitely an adventure they’ll never forget! Once they’ve been kitted out in a RoofClimb suit and safety harness, their RoofClimb Leader will take their group on a sky-high journey along the roofline of Adelaide Oval’s Western Stand, as they enjoy the incredible views of the Oval, the city and beyond. They’ll then cross over a narrow bridge linking the Western Stand to the Riverbank Stand, and make their way to a viewing platform overlooking the turf 50 metres below. For the daredevil kids, there’s also the option to ‘lean out’ over the edge, tethered only by their harness – and get a seriously cool photo taken while they’re at it! War Memorial Dr, North Adelaide 5006 roofclimb.com.au ADELAIDE MOONLIGHT CINEMA The Adelaide season of Moonlight Cinema is here! From 13 Dec 2019 to 16 Feb 2020 the outdoor cinema will show A-Class flicks such as Rocket Man, The Lion King, Home Alone, Last Christmas and more! Botanic Park, Plane Tree Dr, Adelaide SA 5000 moonlight.com.au/adelaide WESTFIELD MARION – LET IT SNOW Westfield Marion are making Christmas merrier this year and bringing the magic of the North Pole to Marion by letting it snow throughout December! Snow play can be found alongside the Santa Set at Centre Court (Level 1 near Pandora). This activation is free and there is no requiremnets to book. Running now until 24th of December. 297 Diagonal Rd, Oaklands Park SA 5046 westfieldmarion.com.au For 60+ more ideas head to KIDDO: Top Things To Do With The Kids These School Holidays Ultimate List
RAA is SA’s most trusted when it comes to automotive support and insurance but did you know that the card in your wallet can also save you money? There’s nothing like the peace of mind that having an RAA membership gives you. Knowing that if you ever do have car trouble, a quick call to the RAA will get you back on the road as soon as possible. You may not have realised that having an RAA card also entitles you to a wealth of benefits and deals throughout SA and beyond. RAA is taking the next step to show South Australians that they keep our lives moving in all kinds of ways – not just on the road, but at home and on holidays! Has the beginning of summer got you in the mood for a trip? Whether you’re heading to the Barossa or to the Bahamas… You can book your holidays with RAA Travel. You can also save money on experience packages all over Australia such as accommodation, car hires and theme parks. Looking to save around the home too? An RAA card also means discounted pest control, cooling, carpet cleaning, energy and more! Goodlife will even give you 15% off a gym membership. Plus, use your card to save on activities these School Holidays on some of your favourite SA venues including Adelaide Zoo, Tree Climb, Event Cinemas and Adelaide Oval. The myRAA app makes it easier than ever to access the latest savings. Available for both Apple and Android smartphones, you can search the latest member offers, get notified of one-time deals and easily enter competitions. Plus, it comes with a digital membership card. We have picked just a handful of ways that your RAA can save you money. STAY AND SAVE Luxe Glamping at Big 4 Blue Lake Holiday Park – Mt Gambier Member Price from $190 per night Non-Member Price from $200 per night Imagine waking up with your nearest and dearest to the sounds of the ocean, birds singing in the trees or gazing into the stars above. We pitch and pack away your Bell Tent at your chosen location…leaving you to just turn up and enjoy. Discovery Holiday Parks – Lake Bonney Member Price from $23 per night Non-Member Price from $25 per night Perfectly positioned next to Barmera’s magnificent Lake Bonney, Discovery Parks Lake Bonney is great for those who love lakeside living and water sports. Experience the huge range of family-friendly water sports in the freshwater lake at the front door of your caravan park – swimming, sailing, windsurfing, canoeing, kayaking, skiing, jet skiing, boating and fishing. EXPLORE AND SAVE Great Barrier Reef Luxury Snorkel and Dive Cruise Member Price from $211 per person Non-Member Price from $233 per person Departing daily from Cairns, this luxury 29m catamaran designed for the thrill of diving and snorkelling, is ready to whisk you away for a day of fun and adventure on the outer Great Barrier Reef. Skippers Canyon Gentle White Water Rafting, Queenstown NZ Member Price from $175 per person Non-Member Price from $185 per person The Skippers Canyon Gentle Raft Adventure offers an exciting family expedition catering for children as young as 3! Get onboard the bus from Queenstown and head off on a scenic drive out to Skippers Canyon. SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium & Legoland Discovery Centre Entry Member Price from $42 per person Non-Member Price from $75 per person Enjoy the best of SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium and LEGOLAND Discovery Centre with the Melbourne Big Ticket.Your kids can step into the world of LEGOLAND and explore the exciting LEGO-themed rides, the replicas of local and global landmarks made out of millions of LEGO bricks in MINILAND, the 5 LEGO build and play areas. Spend and save with RAA Adelaide Festival RAA members get 10% off tickets to selected Adelaide Festival shows. Plus, you can show your RAA card at the opening night concert in Elder Park to get 10% off drinks too! Adelaide Oval tours RAA members get a 15% discount on Adelaide Oval Stadium Tours. BOUNCE Inc RAA members can save on passes everyday at Bounce Inc with the following offers; Save up to 18% on single passes Monday to Friday* Save $7.90 on Awesome Foursome tickets during weekends and school holidays^ CIBO Free coffee upgrade per day at any CIBO Espresso store. Simply head into any CIBO Espresso store and scan your RAA member card or eCard to receive your free coffee upgrade. The Beachhouse RAA members get 15% off all packages, time cards and credits* at The Beachouse. Plus, save 10% on birthday party ride packages! Tree Climb RAA members save 15% on all bookings at TreeClimb Scoffed Cooking School RAA members get 25% off when purchasing two or more Scoffed Cooking School classes Adelaide Zoo RAA members get 10% off at Adelaide Zoo ZONE bowling Buy one game of bowling and get a second game free. For more deals and discounts – head to raa.com.au @raaofsa
Many of our first memories of desires can be pinned down to an experience in a toy store. Whether it was pleading your mum for some Sea Monkeys or your first Bratz Doll, there was nothing like the excitement of walking through aisles of unattainable toys and writing your next Christmas wish list. The newly renovated Toyworld in Myer Centre Adelaide is any children’s dream…. Parents approach with caution and prepare to be inundated with a vast array of options to spoil your little ones. Toyworld is a locally owned business carrying the largest offering of toys, games, puzzles and indoor activities of any business is SA. Toyworld owner, Claire Modra, agrees that even from an adults perspective it’s hard not to get excited upon stepping foot into this toy wonderland where you are instantly surrounded with the biggest, broadest, most colorful range of products for all ages and sizes. We chat to Claire to find out more about what it takes to own a business and juggle three children: What did you do before owning Toyworld? I was a primary school teacher. What sparked the idea? It was six years ago and I was coming to the end of my maternity leave with our first child. My husband knew I wanted to stay at home and raise our family myself, and he also knew that Simon was looking for a change of scenery, so he came up with the idea of us being business partners. It was a huge risk, and totally uncharted territory for all three of us, but we dove in head first. We were incredibly lucky to inherit a team of staff who guided us through the first crazy Christmas! What was your favourite toy growing up? Definitely LEGO. And I never went to sleep without a bed full of teddy bears. Who helps out with the business? What family members are involved? Simon my brother-in-law does all of the operational side of things, and works full time in the store. Trav my husband keeps an eye on the finances, and I potter around with the bookkeeping, marketing, HR, and any community/charity work that we can get involved with. What’s it like to own a toy store and have three kids? How do you juggle everything? It’s hectic, and messy, and most of the time I feel like I’m dropping the balls rather than juggling them! There are lots of late nights and busy days, but I try and stay relaxed. When I get uptight about the messy house, or the 118 unread emails, the kids feed off my anxiety and it all becomes harder. Do your kids get to test out a lot of the toys? Not as many as they’d like! If I want to showcase something on social media, I’ll bring home a sample for them to muck around with, and we often end up adopting the broken and damaged stock, as I can’t bear to throw it out. Our backyard is like a shelter for unwanted and wonky toys. Favourite product/toy that you have in-store right now? I’m a big fan of the simple things – valuable play happens when the child is doing more than the toy! Open-ended toys are always going to inspire more authentic engagement and light up the imagination. Another firm favourite is games (old school games). We are huge advocates for putting away the devices and connecting in a fun and real way. Regularly playing card games and board games with our kids is incredibly important to how we operate as a family. How many products does your store have? Oh gosh, it’s hard to keep up. Probably four or five thousand! Check out Toyworld’s extensive range: toyworld.com.au@toyworldadelaide
The holiday season is almost here, and Festive at Flinders on Saturday, 14 December is the perfect event to get the entire family into that holiday mood. The team at Flinders University has put together a program so fun-filled it’s hard to get your head around, but don’t panic, we’ve decided to give you a helping hand! Here are our four top tips for fun at Festive at Flinders. Start early! Whether you’re old or young at heart, there’s something special about The Grinch, and Festive at Flinders is kicking off the fun with a special screening from 3pm. There’s also be roving performers adding a spark of magic to Flinders Plaza, Get some goodies packed with goodness. Celebrate the sustainability of slow fashion and slow gifts at Flinders Christmas Markets. Do your part for the planet and support local artists and vendors by choosing gorgeous clothes and gifts that have been created with as many local products as possible. Feed your fun. If your tummy is rumbling, Flinders Food Trucks are trundling! You’ll have the chance to nibble your way through an incredible selection of tasty treats, with plenty of healthy vegan and vegetarian options. Get your groove on. Your eyes will sparkle, your ears will tingle and your feet will be tapping all night as Festive at Flinders lines up some amazing artists. Enjoy the fusion of ancient traditional and contemporary Aboriginal dance, song and storytelling by award-winning group Yellaka, followed by the uplifting sounds of the Tutti Arts Choir. Get up and dance to Adelaide’s premier samba bands, dancers and drummers; Jambu Loco, Sambatuka and Las Chicas Bomba. Discover why Aria-award-winning musician Peter Combe is an Adelaide favourite and absolute legend, then get ready for your jaw to drop at the incredible skills of renowned cabaret artist Ali McGregor, before the big guy in red shows up to wish everyone a merry Christmas. Festive at Flinders is going to be an incredible event, and the perfect kick-start for an amazing holiday season. Don’t miss it, from 3pm Saturday, 14 December at Flinders Bedford Park. Event details 3.00pm – Movie: The Grinch (2018) and roving performances 4.35pm – Yellaka 5.05pm – Acknowledgment of country 5.15pm – Tutti Arts Choir 6.00pm – Jambu Loco 6.55pm – Peter Combe 7.50pm – Ali McGregor’s JAZZAMATAZZ! 8.35pm – Father Christmas events.flinders.edu.au/events/festive-at-flinders