In todays Adelaide Digest edition:

• Positive News 🎙️

• Food News 🍕

• Did You Know 🤔

• Events - May 16-18 🎉

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Positive News 🎙️

🚗 85M Traffic Fix Underway

A major 85M upgrade to the Marion Rd and Sir Donald Bradman Drive intersection is set to ease traffic congestion and improve safety. With 60,000 daily vehicles and 28 crashes in recent years, the new lanes and bike paths aim to reduce frustration for commuters. [INFO]

🏙 New Road = More Homes

The extension of Newton Boulevard in Adelaide's north opens access to new housing and schools. Part of the Playford Alive project, the new road supports 1,300+ homes, boosts infrastructure, and relieves traffic. [INFO]

🚌 Bus Safety Warning

The SA Government has launched a campaign urging drivers to take more care around buses after releasing confronting dashcam footage. Drivers are reminded to give way, avoid blind spots, and respect buses' longer stopping distances, especially during National Road Safety Week. [INFO]

🚨 New 25km/h Rule for Breakdowns

A new SA law starts May 19 requiring drivers to slow to 25km/h near breakdown vehicles with flashing amber lights. The aim is to protect roadside workers, with a statewide education campaign rolling out ahead of the change. [INFO]

🍷 SA Wine Exports Rebound

SA's wine exports to China hit 855M in the past year following the lifting of tariffs. Support from the SA Government’s re-engagement program helped revive the industry. Wine remains SA’s 4th largest export at 1.9B. [INFO]

🏡 61,000 New Homes Coming

SA is unlocking over 61,000 new homes via legislative changes to the EFPA zones. Areas like Roseworthy, Murray Bridge, and Two Wells will expand, helping address the housing crisis and population growth while preserving key agricultural land. [INFO]

Food News 🍕

🍕 New Pizzeria Hits Henley

Knead Pizzeria has opened in Henley Beach, offering artisan sourdough pizzas with both classic and unique toppings. With a chef from Singapore’s Raffles Hotel on board, the spot is already generating buzz among locals. [INFO]

Ever driven through Adelaide’s CBD and noticed something weird?

You’re on Currie Street, you cross King William Street, and suddenly—you’re on Grenfell Street.
Waymouth becomes Pirie. Gilbert turns into Gilles. Same road, totally new name. What’s going on?

Back in 1837, Colonel William Light designed Adelaide’s iconic grid layout. At its heart? King William Street, named after King William IV, and intended to be the city’s grand central boulevard.

Here’s the quirky bit: city planners followed an old tradition—no street could “cross the King” in name. To symbolically honour the monarch, every east–west street changes its name when it hits King William Street.

Only North Terrace and South Terrace keep their names, likely because they mark the edge of the grid.

So next time you cross King William Street, take a look at the sign—you’re walking through a bit of 180-year-old royal logic that still shapes the city today.

Events: May 16-18

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

Madame Hanoi’s Night Market
Friday | 9-11:15pm | Adelaide
Every Friday night, Madame Hanoi transforms into a vibrant late-night market with street food, cocktails, DJ sets, and vintage market stalls.
[INFO]

Gilles At The Grounds
Saturday | 3-9pm | Wayville
Hosting over 150 local stalls, food trucks, and live music at the Adelaide Showgrounds. With dog friendly vibes.
[INFO]

Markets In Prospect
Sunday | 10-3pm | Prospect
Enjoy a vibrant Sunday session in Prospect with a pop-up market celebrating local makers, handmade goods, coffee, pre-loved fashion, and autumn vibes.
[INFO]

Barlow St Market
Sunday | 9-2pm | Port Adelaide
With 18 local vendors offering fresh produce, handmade crafts, vintage finds, and more
[INFO]

Play In May City Skate
Sunday | 2-5pm | Adelaide
Head to Gladys Elphick Park for City Skate—a free youth event packed with skate workshops, live DJ sets, food trucks, and creative activities.
[INFO]

Family Fun Day And Market
Sunday | 2-4:30pm | Trott Park
Enjoy a day of free kids’ activities, community stalls, and local treasures at the Trott Park Buy, Swap, Sell Market.
[INFO]

Birdwood Farm Day
Sunday | 10-4pm | Birdwood
Expect sheep shearing, whip cracking, log chopping, blacksmithing, petting zoos, rides, face painting, and stalls packed with local treats.
[INFO]

Acoustic Beats And Brews
Saturday | 12-4pm | Adelaide
Enjoy a chilled weekend in Hurtle Square with free live acoustic music, wine, and laid-back vibes as part of Vino & Vibes 2025.
[INFO]

OZ Feline Fair 25-38AUD
Sat-Sun | 9am/4:30pm | Wayville
Expect feline competitions, exhibits, and everything a cat lover could dream of.
[INFO]

Playford History Festival ZERO CHARGE - 10AUD
Sat-Sun | 10-3pm | Elizabeth
Dive into the past with talks, workshops, vintage vehicles, and eerie local legends it’s a fun and educational experience for all ages.
[INFO]

PBC Baby Expo
Sat-Sun | 10-4pm | Wayville
Australia’s biggest early parenting event is back, featuring major baby brands, expert talks, exclusive expo deals, and hands-on demos.
[INFO]

Asia Streetfood Bazaar
Sat-Sun | 5-9:30pm | Adelaide
Celebrate the flavours of Asia with over 15 food vendors and stalls bringing delicious street eats to the heart of Adelaide.
[INFO]

Gin And Jazz At Plant 4 10AUD
Saturday | 5-10:30pm | Brompton
With live music, gin tastings, happy hour specials, and multicultural eats, it’s a soulful evening of swing, blues, and local flavours in Bowden.
[INFO]

Food Truck Carnival
Fri-Sun | 4:30-7:30pm | Gawler
Gawler Showgrounds will transform into a foodie playground with SA’s best food trucks, live music, a licensed bar, and rides for all ages.
[INFO]

Ball Park Music 95AUD
Saturday | 7pm | Adelaide
Expect a fresh, more intimate vibe alongside their classic hits. Supported by Bean Magazine and The Tullamarines.
[INFO]

Sigur Ros Orchestral 130AUD
Friday | 7pm | Hindmarsh
Icelandic post-rock legends Sigur Rós are back in May 2025 for a rare orchestral tour, performing with major Australian symphony orchestras.
[INFO]

Empty Threats 24AUD
Friday | 8pm | Adelaide
Catch The Empty Threats in their final headline gig at the Cranker before its closure, launching their new single ‘the one’.
[INFO]

Alexis Fernandez 70AUD
Friday | 7:30pm | Norwood
This live show delivers 10 brutally honest, hilarious lessons on navigating life’s curveballs with confidence, sarcasm, and style.
[INFO]

AFL: Port Adelaide v Geelong Cats
Saturday | 3:45pm | Adelaide Oval
[INFO]

Super Netball: Thunder v Fever
Saturday | 6:30pm | Entertainment Centre
[INFO]

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