Where is the Oakbank Hall and where is the memorial? Occasional questions asked of the Hall’s Secretary, Tony White. It is possible, when driving on the Onkaparinga Valley Road, to overlook the Oakbank Hall due to the trees and flourishing businesses surrounding it. But if you slow down, you might notice the Art Deco portico, its imposing columns, and maybe even the 95 years of memories and local history seeping through the walls and windows.
From Stirling to Lobethal, Oakbank to Mount Torrens, over three glorious days during the Fringe season, locals and visitors can indulge in Hills’ delights at the Festival of the Hills.
Opening night starts with a party on the lawn in Stirling, then Strum & Stroll in Lobethal on day two with the Adelaide Guitar Festival, and finally day three, traversing the Amy Gillet Bikeway with pop-up stalls and entertainment along the 15km stretch.
Tulin Di Blasio, proprietor of Adelaide Hills Alterations, is a designer, pattern maker, and seamstress with 24 years’ experience. Tulin opened the business in Littlehampton four years ago and despite the usual business start-up difficulties, effects of bushfires, and covid-19 restrictions, her business is thriving.
Image: community volunteers from Fabrik Arts + Heritage, gathering on the green at the Lobethal Woollen Mill. Fabrik have been instrumental in the support for the fire affected community. Their final exhibition for the year, Regenerate, showcases the ways in which the community have responded to 2020 using creative practice.
An idea that started in 2006 with a community yearning for all-inclusive exercise classes close to home, has blossomed into a successful, not-for-profit fitness program under the management of the Adelaide Hills Swimming Centre Inc.
Students and families have been exploring the new Nature Play area at Kersbrook Primary School, enjoying the possibilities on offer: tyre swing, rope ladder, balance rope, tunnel, dry creek bed, bridge and a circular huddle.
Open Gardens SA is delighted to be opening this charming garden at 12 Talunga Street, Birdwood on Saturday 7th and Sunday 8th of November from 10am to 4.30pm. New to the program of open gardens, this garden is a welcome addition to our spring calendar.
