Can we just say that the point is not lost on us that our KiA kids are some VERY lucky kids. Every now and then they get to try out some of the coolest, most fun kids toys, games and equipment for us to write a review.
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What do you get when you cross a preschooler with a puppy?Dirty floors is what you get. Very. Dirty. Floors I have a 3 year old and earlier this year I decided to buy a new rug for our lounge room……..isn’t that just the most ridiculous thing to do. She’s 3. She’s into crayons and textas, loves mud, and drops a crumb like an expert.THEN we also decided to get a new puppy………OK NOW you can laugh. New...
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We sure have some fabulous breweries here in Adelaide but did you know that a lot are family and kid friendly? We are talking good quality venues, where the parents can responsibly enjoy a drink or two, while the kids are well and truly catered for with some fabuluos facilities. Because being a parent doesn’t have to mean some outings can’t be about us! If we have missed any places you love, shoot us a message and let us know! Pikes...
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Kangaroo Island is synonymous with Australian animals. I mean, it literally has KANGAROO in the name! But even if you’ve grown up in Australia & are used to seeing our animals, there is still something super exciting about spotting a kangaroo or koala or seeing some cool birds that you don’t get to see everyday. You can’t go to Kangaroo Island without having at least one or two animals encounters & we all know that...
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Fun fact: Australian sea lions are unique to South Australia & Western Australia. Sad fact: They are endangered, with a total population of about 12,000. Seal Bay on Kangaroo Island is the third largest colony & a place you can see them without any enclosures in their natural habitat. It’s also the only place in the world where you can see them at close range & walk on the beach where they eat, rest & play. It is part of a...
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No snowboarding in South Australia? No problems, we’ve got Little Sahara instead! No visit to Kangaroo Island is complete without a trip to Little Sahara for tons of fun (and tons of sand in every crevice!). What is it? Little Sahara is a naturally occurring inland dunefield – you’ll find around 2.5kms worth of dunes, the highest of which is about 70m above sea level. So, yep, Little Sahara is also a great workout & way to...
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Council libraries have long provided critical community hubs for families. South Australians are lucky to have access to a generous network of more than 140 local libraries, that support connections and learning in all our diverse communities. While libraries have always provided valuable services to children and families, the range of offerings and activities available has changed and expanded significantly over...
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Adelaide, we know you are a generous bunch. Time after time, we have seen you pull together & dig deep when there has been a need, whether it has been donations of clothes, food, household items, cash or giving your time so generously by volunteering. We have created a list of SA Charities that we love to support & hope that you might be able to help out too. Whether it is a one – off donation, a monthly or annual direct debit or...
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It’s no secret that here at Kids In Adelaide we love somewhere free. Well, the Adelaide Botanic Garden surely has to be the ultimate FREE spot to enjoy with your kids! It’s a great place to pop in just for an hour or to spend a full day. Plus it’s even better now that the Tram line runs from the Adelaide Train Station straight down to the Botanic Garden gate. So forget about parking, jump onto the Tram & enjoy what the...
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Update Sept 2021 – Congratulations EcoCrayons for taking out a swag of awards at the 2021 Ausmumpreneur Awards. First place – product design. First place – against the odds. Second place – sustainability. Third place – product innovation. Handmade in South Australia, natural, non toxic, plant based, biodegradable, plastic free.If those are words you love to hear when it comes to art and craft supplies for your kids...
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A garden centre might seem like a weird place to take the kids, but this is no ordinary garden centre. This is a JUNGLE! For a gold coin donation, you can meander through the 35 year old palm forest, go on a jungle animal hunt and visit the Fairy Garden. Grab a clipboard and pen from the shop and GO! You’ll need to look up and down and all around, and remember the animals might have moved since your last visit! This fantastic adventure is fun...
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If you’re looking for a bit of adventure for your older kids (aged 12+) then Southern Adventure Hub is a great option! Approximately 45 minutes drive south of Adelaide, near the McLaren Vale region it’s located in a lovely bush setting, with plenty of shade and places to enjoy a picnic. The main features of this adventure space are the 9 metre 2 sided rock climbing wall and continuous high ropes course, and when we say high ropes,...
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If you’re heading on a family holiday to the Yorke Peninsula and want all of the top tips from the locals, make sure to drop into the Visitor Information Providers that can be found in many of the towns that you will pass through. They’re run by passionate locals who will tell you all of the hidden gems, best places to eat and activities to match your families interests. Many also provide free internet and WIFI hotspots, destination...
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Find it at: Barrier Hwy, Burra The Burra Skate Park has recently been upgraded, and now includes an extension to the original skate ramp which was designed and created by skate park specialists Grind Projects, as well as a youth nature play space developed by nature play designers Climbing Tree and a pump track. Viewing areas, seats and landscaping as well as new picnic areas and barbecues have also been installed. To create a family friendly...
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For more than 35 years, SA Circus Centre and Cirkidz have been a creative haven for thousands of children and young people. With Cirkidz Circus School classes for Children from preschool to young adults, they have a program to suit your young artist. The Cirkidz Circus School teaches new circus. Through new circus, the Cirkidz program offers opportunities for individual development, goal-setting, engagement, creativity, imagination, trust,...
Read MoreSales Coordinator – January 2025 (position filled) Kids in Adelaide are a large online guide to help people find the best things to do and see with their Kids in Adelaide.Established in 2013 we have grown to a combined social audience of 200,000 across Facebook, Instagram and TikTok and our busy website gets over 2.2 million page views each year. Kids in Adelaide are expanding our team and looking for an enthusiastic, reliable addition to...
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Urth clay studio believes in the therapeutic effect of clay. they offer community-based Mindful pottery classes, to help create a happy place for people to join in, laugh, and de-stress. Dig your hands in and get dirty, use mindfulness, and be immersed in the experience. Enjoy the moment and create a piece of work, whether it be a pot, sculpture, or a smiley face. Urth Clay studio offer a one-off pottery session for the whole family...
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After reading up on a few of the different brands I kept coming back to the SPACETALK and asked if they would be interested in sending us a couple of their Adventurer watches for the KiA kids to try.
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NAIDOC Week celebrations are held across Australia each July to celebrate the history, culture and achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. NAIDOC Week is a time for us to embrace and learn about the true history of Australia’s Indigenous peoples and we love the use of books, reading and storytime as a way to do that with our kids.
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Is it worth driving an hour out of Adelaide for a really cool retro photo of your kids?Erm heck yes if they come out as cool as these ones did! Just past Murray Bridge, about 90kms from the CBD you’ll find Old Tailem Town Pioneer Village. Opened to the public back in 1987 it’s Australia’s largest Pioneer Village and is a fun little spot to spend a couple of hours and show the kids what life was like for settlers of SA from...
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The Royal Adelaide Show opens its gates again to Adelaide from 5 – 13 September 2026. To celebrate we’ve done a quick whip around the KiA team and tried to put together a list of 100 things we love the most about The Show! Are there any hidden secrets you love at The Royal Adelaide Show?Where is your favourite exhibit?What is your favourite ride? Word is they’re bringing back all of our favourites this year, as well as a few...
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FreeFor everyoneForever Wondering what all this parkrun business is about? Quite a few of the KiA families have become avid parkrunners, even Julie who is a self confessed anti-runner! parkrun is a positive, welcoming and inclusive experience where there is no time limit and no one finishes last. Actually. that’s one of our fave parts – knowing that there are dedicated volunteer ‘tail walkers’ who follow behind the last...
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It’s no secret that toddlers LOVE toys and it’s very easy to sudden find yourself living in a house with quite literally THOUSANDS of toys that never or rarely get played with. We all talk about fast fashion, but can we take a minute to think about fast toys. The amount of plastic junk toys that end up in landfill each year is mind boggling so we’re making a concerted effort to promote quality, long lasting toys that grow with your kids and can...
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Step away from the plastic, the bells, the lights and the whistles and get back to simple, beautifully made and educational toys. Toys that encourage imaginative and creative play are limitless in the opportunities they present for kids to not only play but learn at the same time. Whether it’s drawing with beautiful crayons, solving a puzzle, making music or stacking blocks we’ve watched our kids try out some of the toys on offer at...
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Wooden toys have really made a come back in recent years and when you see the range available from our Adelaide friends at Oskars Wooden Ark it’s easy to see why. Plastic definitely doesn’t equal fantastic and if you’re after some new toys that will not only spark imagination and be fun to play with but will also stand the test of time take a look at our favourite wooden toys from OWA. Grapat Nins Carla It took precisely 3...
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ANZAC BISCUIT RECIPE – MAKES ABOUT 35 1 cup rolled oats 1 cup plain flour 1 cup sugar 3/4 (three-quarters) cup coconut 125g (4 oz) butter 2 tablespoons golden syrup ½ (half) teaspoon bicarbonate of soda 1 tablespoon boiling water Combine oats, sifted flour, sugar and coconut. Combine butter and golden syrup and stir over gentle heat until melted. Mix bicarb with boiling water until it froths up Add bicarb froth to melted butter mixture,...
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