In todays Adelaide Digest edition:

• Positive News 🎙️

• New Food Spots 🥪

• Trivia 🧠

• Events - June 20-26 🎉

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Positive News 🎙️

🏙️ Adelaide’s First Skyscraper Approved

Adelaide’s skyline is set to transform with the approval of Festival Plaza Tower 2 — a 160m, 38-storey commercial skyscraper, the city’s tallest yet. Despite heritage concerns and public opposition, the 1B development promises 1,300 construction jobs, space for 5,000 workers, and will be Adelaide’s most sustainable office building. [INFO]

🌍 Adelaide Soars to Top 10 Most Liveable Cities

Adelaide has jumped to 9th place globally in the 2025 Global Liveability Index, scoring a perfect 100 in healthcare and education. The city’s rising global status reflects major strides in infrastructure, stability, and quality of life. [INFO]

🎬 Netflix's My Brilliant Career Filming in SA

Netflix is filming a new adaptation of My Brilliant Career in SA, investing 17M and creating 450 jobs. Shot across iconic locations including Barossa and Adelaide Studios, the series supports local talent and businesses while showcasing SA's landscapes. [INFO]

🏎️ Grants Fuel SA Car Clubs & Events

Round 3 of the SA Car Club grants has delivered 500k to 75 projects supporting safety, young drivers, and regional events like the Collingrove Hillclimb and Murraylands rallies. Applications for the final round close Aug 25. [INFO]

⚽ 9.1M Boost for Girls & Women in Sport

The Power of Her program launches its biggest funding round yet, with 9.1M available to support female-friendly sports facilities and programs across SA. Applications close Aug 15. [INFO]

🍎 218 Schools Now Serving Daily Breakfast

SA’s expanded school breakfast program has reached 218 schools, with 70% now offering meals five days a week. Run by Foodbank SA and KickStart for Kids, it ensures kids start their day ready to learn. [INFO]

🦊 How to Outfox a Fox in Adelaide

With fox sightings on the rise, especially in backyards, residents are urged to secure food sources, chicken coops, and remove shelter. Learn 5 key steps to keep foxes at bay this season. [INFO]

New Food Spots 🥪

🍷 Euro Charm Arrives in Woodville

A historic bank on Woodville Road is being transformed into Banca — a Euro-inspired all-day eatery and bar opening mid-July. With homemade pastries, Italian-Serbian dishes, and old-world elegance, it aims to be a community hub for locals and event-goers. [INFO]

🥖 New Burrata Bar Delivers Nonna’s Comfort

Nonna’s Deli has opened on Richmond Road, serving up authentic Calabrian-style panini, pizza slices, and burrata bowls with a modern twist. Inspired by family recipes, this cozy spot brings soul-warming Italian food to Adelaide’s west. [INFO]

🇿🇦 Miekie’s Pantry Brings South African Flavour South

Christies Beach welcomes Miekie’s Pantry, a new deli offering rusks, milk tarts, and authentic biltong. Born from a love of baking, this new store provides daily access to traditional South African treats and meats. [INFO]

🍝 ‘Tarantino’s’ to Bring 70s Italian-American Vibes

The Big Easy Group is launching Tarantino’s — a moody, NYC-inspired Italian grill on Vardon Ave opening June 27. Expect house-made pastas, wood-fired meats, and a retro yet refined experience in the heart of the East End. [INFO]

Last Week: What hidden feature was discovered under the Adelaide Town Hall during renovations in the 1990s?
Answer: An underground tunnel system

Events: June 20-26

This section only includes events until the next edition on Thursday, so here’s what’s happening Friday till Thursday!

One Planet Market 🛍️
Saturday | 10-3pm | Payneham
Stay warm and shop local at this cosy indoor market! Discover a variety of stalls featuring unique handmade and sustainable goods.
[INFO]

Markets at Vadoulis 🪴
Sat & Sun | Fortnightly | Evanston
Packed with makers, bakers, food pop-ups, live workshops, face painting, fresh produce, indoor plants, coffee vans, and good vibes.
[INFO]

Stirling Market 🛒
Sunday | 10-4pm | Stirling
Monthly Hills market with 150+ stalls, live music, handmade goods, local eats & fresh produce.
[INFO]

Hills Winter Solstice Eve 🔥
Fri-Sun | 3:30-8:30pm | Mount Barker
Celebrate the longest night with fire shows, live music, kids activities, fire pits, winter eats, cocktails, toasted marshmallows & more. ZERO CHARGE
[INFO]

Animal Expo 🐾
Sat & Sun | 9:30-4:30pm | Adelaide Showground
Pet, cuddle, and learn about 100s of animals. Huge nursery, breeders, expert advice & show specials.
[INFO]

Brighton Winter Solstice ❄️
Saturday | 4-9pm | Jetty Rd, Brighton
Enjoy fire pits, street food, live music and icy displays in a family & dog-friendly winter street party.
[INFO]

Winter Soulstice 🔥
Saturday | 4-10pm | Uraidla Hotel
Bonfires, soul food, vegan eats, crepes, tarot readings, fire twirlers, and live music in the Hills. Zero Charge entry!
[INFO]

Zouk Weekender 💃
Fri-Sun | Multiple venues | Adelaide
Alê & Victoria headline a weekend of Brazilian Zouk workshops, social dancing, and parties.
[INFO]

Jewellery After Dark 💍
Friday | 5-8pm | SA Museum
Enjoy zero charge demos by JamFactory artists, Celtic live tunes, mulled wine, and a wander through the Viking treasure exhibition.
[INFO]

Make Music Day 🎶
Saturday | 9am–Midnight | Adelaide
Celebrate the solstice with 220+ acts across 40 venues city-wide. Music everywhere, all zero charge.
[INFO]

World Motorcycle Day 🏍️
Saturday | 11am–1:15pm | Melrose Park
Celebrate with demo rides, gear deals, giveaways, refreshments and a group ride to Moana Brewery.
[INFO]

Adelaide Gin Festival 🍸
Sunday | Adelaide Convention Centre
Sip over 100 gins from 55 top distillers! Enjoy tastings, masterclasses, live music & tasty bites across three days.
[INFO]

Pudding Club 🍮
Tuesday | 7:30pm | Bistro (Monthly)
Classic desserts face off: try spotted dick, trifle, sticky toffee and more. with light roast dinner and pudding parade.
[INFO]

Hits & Memories at Seaton 🎸
Friday | 7pm | Seaton Hotel
Sing along to iconic classics live and loud! A night of nostalgic anthems from the decades you love.
[INFO]

Classic Vibe Rock Night 🎸
Saturday | 8pm | Founders Restaurant, Oakden
Feel the groove with timeless 60s & 70s hits in a soulful, food-filled night of musical nostalgia.
[INFO]

Divorced Dad Rock Night 🤘
Saturday | 8:30pm–3am | Rhino Room
Creed, Nickelback, Foo Fighters, and more. Dadcore dress-up, drinks & full 90s grunge glory.
[INFO]

Beats on Parade 🔊
Saturday | From 7pm | Archer Hotel
Two floors of dance — upstairs is house, downstairs is classics. Live percussion, killer DJ sets. Zero Charge entry!
[INFO]

Gin & Comics 🍸🤣
Thursday | 7:30pm | Milledge’s Distillation, Port Adelaide
Stand-up meets small-batch spirits. Monthly comedy night with top Aussie talent and killer cocktails.
[INFO]

Port Adelaide v Sydney Swans
Saturday | 3:45pm | Adelaide Oval
[INFO]

Port Adelaide v Carlton
Thursday | 7pm | Adelaide Oval
[INFO]

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