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Learn How To Relax Like a Pro at Prana, The Parade’s New Holistic Wellness Hub
22/06/2022

Even wellness therapists need a bit of help relaxing from time to time. It’s something that Ash Reid knows all too well, having spent sixteen years working at a range of elite spas in Adelaide and Melbourne. “I definitely need to have a float sometimes,” she laughs, “otherwise I get...
Get Inspired by Eastside Design for Living
22/06/2022

The City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters has long been Adelaide’s number one destination for contemporary and vintage homewares, eye-catching local artworks and visionary design solutions. And now you can find the best offerings from all three categories in one place thanks to the recently launched Eastside Design for...
The New Eastside Design For Living Has All Your Home Design Solutions
22/06/2022

Visit one of the many furnishing, homewares and design stores lining Magill Road and you’ll discover a sleek new publication waiting to be picked up. Launched by Mayor Robert Bria on June 15, Eastside Design for Living captures everything that makes the cluster of businesses in this vibrant precinct special....
Hale & Hearty: Where to find the best warming soups on The Parade
27/05/2022

Crisp autumn days call for soul-nourishing comfort food and few meals are more warming than a big bowl of soup. Whether you like dunking crusty bread into a spiced lentil stew or scooping ladles full of noodles and veggies out of a perfectly spiced laksa, The Parade has you covered...
Head to The Parade these school holidays
14/04/2022

School’s out, the Easter Bunny is on the way and the kids are looking for something fun to do this school holidays. So when having them around the house starts to get a bit much, head to The Parade, where there’s plenty to see, eat and do. Head to the...
Art on Parade is back in a big way this April
07/04/2022

Across the month of April, Art On Parade will see works by local artists exhibited in a huge variety of venues around the bustling Parade Precinct. Follow the free self-guided trail and you’ll discover a fascinating collection of sculptures, paintings, drawings, glass and photographic works produced by the vibrant local...
Here's everything you need to plan the perfect Easter fishing trip
06/04/2022

They say there are plenty of fish in the sea, and since he first cast a line out in 1966 Trevor Rea has reeled in just about every kind. For the past 45 years he’s worked in fishing tackle, setting up stores and fishing his way around every state in...
Celebrate this festival season on The Parade
21/02/2022

Every summer the Adelaide Fringe and Festival bring the entire city alive with a packed calendar of shows. But you don’t need to head into the city to experience this magical time of the year – with a dozen extraordinary performances to choose from, you can get your fill of...
3 simple ways to say 'I love you' on The Parade this Valentine's Day
07/02/2022

When done right, February 14 can be one of the most memorable days of the year, but leave it too late and it can easily turn into a stress-filled nightmare. So with the day quickly approaching, now’s the perfect time to make some plans. And whether your idea of a...
The Parade has a new temple to adventure
09/11/2021

In 1909, the year after the Scouting Movement launched internationally, the first person to fill the role of “Scout Outfitter” in the state was James Rogers of Norwood. So the opening of outdoor store Exurbia – The Adventure Supply Co. by Scouts SA on Tuesday 9 November is a homecoming...
Raising the Bar Adelaide returns in 2021
10/09/2021

The award-winning and thought-provoking event, Raising the Bar, is set to enlighten and entertain once again as it returns to the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters next month. Ten of the City’s best bars and pubs will be transformed into knowledge hubs for people who want to be...
This proudly local business is helping to shape the future of housing in South Australia
20/08/2021

As an Executive Director of Munro Property Group, Joshua Baldwin is a busy man. The Parade-based agency looks after every aspect of real estate, from residential sales and management to commercial sales, leasing and buyers’ advocacy. So Baldwin is serious when he says “we provide an integrated service – we...
Meet the boutique owner who personally tries on every item she stocks
13/08/2021

Bettina Melick’s family has worked in the clothing industry since the 1940s. She remembers going into the family store after school as a five year old and over five decades spent in “the rag trade”, she’s learnt plenty about the business. Bettina put many of those lessons into action when...
Shine Bright Like a Diamond at this Beauty Salon
21/06/2021

The $110 million redevelopment of Coles Norwood signals an exciting new chapter for The Parade. But it’s still business as usual for the longstanding traders of Norwood Mall. Wander down the shaded arcade and you’ll find a welcoming community of business owners from all walks of life, so there’s never...
Magill Road Comes Alive For Record Store Day
07/06/2021

When Wolfie’s Records opened just down the road from Big Star Records last year, it meant that two of Adelaide’s longest running and best loved music stores were located within fifty metres of each other on Magill Road. Every week both stores put out hundreds of new releases and second...
Book A Holiday On The Parade This Month And You Could Get Your Next Trip Free
11/05/2021

With New Zealand now open to tourists, half price airfares across the country and a range of once in a lifetime experiences waiting to be booked, there’s never been a better time to travel. And the Book a Holiday – Win a Holiday promotion is giving you an extra reason...
Discover Norwood’s Vibrant Food Culture At Food Secrets At The Green
09/05/2021

When it’s completed, the elegant Norwood Green development will bring 400 new residents to the site of the old Caroma Factory on Magill Road. But because construction is taking place in several phases, the old dispatch warehouse will remain empty for the foreseeable future and it’s currently being put to...
Where To Find The Best Burgers On The Parade
30/03/2021

Once scorned as fast food, over the last few years the humble burger has been elevated to an art form. From no frills classics to next level creations piled high with extra ingredients, it’s possible to construct an entire menu from this versatile favourite. And no matter your preferred filling,...
Art on Parade is Back This April
29/03/2021

The Parade has always been a buzzing food and shopping precinct, with cafes, boutiques and speciality stores that make it a natural meeting point. And for the entire month of April, Art on Parade will transform Adelaide’s premier main street into a giant artistic community. Since 2018, Art on Parade...
Celebrate This Festival Season On The Parade
11/02/2021

February and March are always a special time in Adelaide, but this year there’s extra reason to celebrate the Fringe. And whether you want to listen to new twists on classic hits, watch a masterpiece of children’s theatre or listen to bush poetry, there are plenty of shows to catch...
Get the most out of swimming this summer
18/01/2021

There’s no better way to cool off once summer hits than to spend a day relaxing by the water. And fortunately you don’t need to go far. Both the Payneham Memorial and Norwood Swimming Centres are currently open for recreation as well as laps and swimming lessons – just remember...
Find the perfect gift for everyone this Christmas
07/12/2020

Christmas is always a special time and this year it’s more than important than ever to spread joy wherever we can. The best place to start is spending quality time with loved ones, but it certainly helps to find a good gift as well. And though it’s only a few...
Raising The Bar Adelaide returns to inspire and educate you (at the pub)
14/10/2020

For the third year in a row, the City of Norwood, Payneham & St Peters has invited a range of experts, academics and thought leaders to turn ten bars across the neighbourhood into classrooms for a night. It’s part of Raising The Bar, an event that has been held in...
It's time to Spring Back to The Parade
28/09/2020

Taste Spring means fresh shoots and greenery in the parks. It also means a host of colourful new options in the kitchen. Celebrate the season with one of the new spring dishes at The Colonist like toasted flatbread with lemon myrtle hummus and sun-kissed tomato and fetta dip or smoked...
Keep your hands looking and feeling good this spring
18/09/2020

No part of your body gets more of a workout than your hands. Fortunately looking after them is easy with the perfect hand cream for every situation. Because they’re constantly in use, almost always exposed and have very thin skin, our hands are one of the first places to display...