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A new spritz bar is bringing Europe to Magill Road

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Ever since Austrian soldiers first asked for a splash of soda in their wine, the spritz has been a drink on the rise. Combining the best elements of sparkling wine and cocktails, it's the go-to option when the weather starts to warm up. “Aperol spritz is like Eurosummer in a...

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Get your pool ready for the summer – and save up to 40%

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Daylight savings hits differently for everyone. It can be a reason to celebrate longer days and warmer weather, or to enter the final stretch of the school year. For Michael Zuodar, it's also a sign that things are about to get busy. Every year, the Operations Manager at Poolwerx St...

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Sundae Best: Where to find the coolest ice cream on The Parade

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When the summer heat kicks in, there’s nothing quite like an ice cream to cool you down and lift your spirits. Whether you’re into fun, over-the-top creations or authentic Italian gelato, The Parade has plenty of spots serving up the sweetest summer indulgence. Here’s our roundup of the best places...

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Meet Lola's: Magill Road's new(ish) wine bar is “grungy with a bit of disco”

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Spring is a time of new beginnings, and if you walk past Norwood Green this weekend you'll notice that East End Cellars Norwood has undergone a lightning-quick transformation. After two years in business, “We came to the conclusion that there's only one East End Cellars,” says Group Operations Manager Olivia...

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This award-winning distillery in Kent Town has a different approach

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With more than 100 distilleries spread across South Australia, Jed Coffey acknowledges that “gin is a pretty flooded market. That means it's hard to sell a lot of bottles off the shelf unless you've got a pretty big marketing budget.” So when he launched Reform Distilling after 16 years as...

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Big Ideas, Shared Locally Thanks to Raising the Bar Adelaide 2025

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For one night only, local hotels across the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters were once again transformed into vibrant classrooms as Raising the Bar Adelaide took over the City on Tuesday 5 August 2025. Now in its eighth year, this much-loved annual event once again delivered 20 talks...

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Sooki Boutique: Where style meets experience

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There’s nothing quite like stepping into a beautiful boutique – racks lined with on-trend pieces, luxe fabrics waiting to be touched and the thrill of finding that perfect outfit (bonus points if it’s on sale!). Shopping isn’t just a necessity – it’s an experience – and with the social calendar...

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This new look store is pioneering quiet luxury

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Trenery may have begun life as Country Road's older sibling, but the contemporary fashion label has evolved significantly in the fifteen years since its launch.  So much so that the entire brand was relaunched in 2023 and it's not just the elegant clothing lines that received a makeover.  The more...

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Plan your visit to The Parade

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The Parade, Norwood is always buzzing with activity, offering the perfect destination for shopping, dining and enjoying time with family and friends. While the George Street Upgrade works are underway, we’re working hard to ensure that your visit is still as enjoyable and seamless as possible. Construction works are an...

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Art Images Gallery celebrates win at the 2025 Eastside Business Awards

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Art Images Gallery has been collecting congratulations and kudos since being named Best Arts & Culture/Entertainment Experience in the 2025 Eastside Business Awards, an honour that has befitting the leading art institution and service provider. Now in its 40th year, Art Images Gallery has been a cornerstone of contemporary art...

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