Each month, sa move brings you our pick of SA events that everyone should have on their calendar.

October 2026

We might be setting our clocks forward and getting more daylight hours in October, but SA is turning the clock back with these events. Find out what’s on across South Australia this month.

1. Get up close with trucks at your local council

When: Up next 1 and 9 October, and throughout the year
Where: Marion and Onkaparinga respectively

Want your little ones to feel on top of the world? Then this is their chance to climb up, up, up and see the view from the cab of the giants of the road. With events held across the year at various local councils, in October there are two chances for kids (and big kids) to get behind the wheel, explore heavy machinery and meet the people who operate the vehicles that keep our communities moving. Think emergency vehicles, diggers, trucks, demonstrations and so many tempting buttons to try not to press.

Marion’s event, Touch a Truck is on 1 October at Mitchell Park Sports Community Centre, and Onkaparinga’s Trucks on Tour rolls into Wildfred Taylor Reserve, Morphett Vale on 9 October. Keep an eye on your nearest council’s calendar as more events like this are added throughout the year.

2. Australian National Busking Championships – Goolwa Heats

When: 3 October
Where: Goolwa Wharf Precinct

Head to Goolwa Wharf and you might just stumble across the next big thing in Australian music, then you’ll be able to boast you were a fan before they made it. Support the talented musicians putting it all on the line at the inaugural South Australian round of the Australian National Busking Championships, with performers of all ages competing for their chance to make it to the national final.

You can have your say too, so grab a coffee and a bite to eat, then cast your People’s Choice vote to make sure your fav makes it to finals in Cooma, New South Wales, in November. Want to try your hand on the stage? Entries close Friday 18 September, so get in quick.

3. RAA Bay to Birdwood

When: 18 October
Where: West Beach to Birdwood

Ladies and gentlemen, start your engines and dust off your best vintage threads! The RAA Bay to Birdwood will see more than 1500 historic vehicles rattle and roar along the 67km journey from West Beach to Birdwood.

Don’t forget to wave to the drivers of beautifully restored turn-of-the-last-century motors and now-considered-classic 1980s engines as they take centre stage on Anzac Highway. Later that morning, they’ll be pulling into the National Motor Museum ready to answer all your questions at the Finish Festival. RAA members can soak up the atmosphere for less by unlocking 20 per cent off tickets when buying online. Add gourmet street food and local produce to the hundreds of rarely seen historic vehicles, and you have a fab day out in the Hills for the whole family.

4. Taste of the Best

When: 9 October
Where: Adelaide Showground, Wayville

The Royal Adelaide Show may have left town, but the festivities at the Adelaide Showground are far from over. Put your palate to work at Taste of the Best – an evening showcasing award-winning wines from the prestigious Royal Adelaide Wine Awards.

RAA members can play sommelier for a night, sampling a huge selection of medal and trophy-worthy wines, paired perfectly with the best cheeses, chocolates and other produce, all while saving 20 per cent when grabbing tickets online. Wine tasting is a tough job, but someone’s got to do it – bottoms up.

Want more cheese to go with your wine?
See how you can save on tickets to CheeseFest 2026 with your RAA membership.

5. Down Under London to Brighton Run

When: 25 October
Where: London Road, Mile End to Brighton

After blowing out the cobwebs at the RAA Bay to Birdwood, these veteran cars and motorcycles are having another run of it – albeit slowly, which gives you more opportunity to admire them as they trundle past.

The Down Under London to Brighton is an Aussie take on the iconic London to Brighton car run held annually in England. SA’s version starts at Adelaide’s own ‘London’ found on London Road in Mile End, and finishes our own Brighton. Watch these wonderfully preserved cars, built anywhere between the early 1900s to the 1920s, and chat with their proud owners at the finish.

6. Adelaide Strikers home games

When: 31 October – 16 January
Where: Karen Rolton Oval and Adelaide Oval

Do you like cricket, or do you love it? Summer is on the way, and that means one thing: so is cricket season. From 31 October, the Adelaide Strikers return to the crease as the excitement of the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL) and Men’s Big Bash League (BBL) reaches fever pitch (pictured at top).

RAA members will be bowled over with exclusive access to 10 per cent off tickets to the Adelaide Strikers WBBL|12 and BB|16 home games hosted at Karen Rolton Oval and Adelaide Oval. Now that’s cricket!

Cricket not shooting hoops or kicking goals for you?
Check out more ways RAA members can save while supporting other local sports teams.

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Travelling at more than 250km/h, blink once and you might miss the Supercars zipping around when the bp Adelaide Grand Final returns this November.

It’s not often you get a look behind the wheel at the drivers who control their V8s through every twist and turn, until now. We chat to South Australian born and bred race car driver Jobe Stewart and Australian racing legend Thomas Randle who will buckle up for one of Australia’s most celebrated motoring events.

Jobe Stewart

Rising racing star Mount Gambier-born Jobe Stewart got a full-time promotion to the Repco Supercars Championship in 2026.

Lauren: My two-year-old son is absolutely obsessed with cars. So, I’m interested to know, were you a kid crazy about wheels?

Jobe Stewart: *laughs* I guess there are lots of young kids in the same boat. My dad never really raced anything himself, but he was into motorbikes a fair bit. Dad bought me a go-kart when I was about seven years old, and I think you’ll find it’s pretty similar among most other drivers as well.

L:  Last year was big for you with your debut in Supercars.  Can you tell us about that?

JS: So, we have the Bathurst 1000 – our biggest race of the year – and for that you have two drivers, and I was a co-driver last year, so that was my first really big race in Supercars.

L: You’re South Australia born and bred but recently made the move to Melbourne. What do you love most about being back on home soil?

JS: It [bp Adelaide Grand Final] is probably my favourite event of the year to be honest. [The track] has a pretty close spot in my heart because it’s somewhere I grew up going to with Dad, but also it kind of introduced me to the love of car racing. I’m excited to get back to Adelaide, and I’m proud to come back and race in my home state.

L: How does Adelaide’s circuit compare to other tracks around the country?

JS: I think it’s good because we have the track at Tailem Bend [in SA] and then the Adelaide street track as well. It’s kind of the best of both worlds. At Tailem Bend, it’s all brand-new facilities and a big open wide track so you get that F1 sort of style. Then you come into the city and you have the city atmosphere.

L: Most of us know what it’s like to drive a car, but not the types of cars you drive. What physical and mental training goes on before you even get behind the wheel?

JS: I guess on the mental side, it’s a competitive category. It’s just like AFL or NRL; you have to be pretty mentally fit to deal with the bad days because in motorsport there are normally a lot of bad days. Physically, most people don’t really think of it, but because our cars are all enclosed, you don’t get any cool air in your face and because they’re front engine, you get all the hot air from the engine coming through. So, the main thing for us is just heat tolerance and doing all the heat training, like sauna stuff.

Quick-fire questions

Favourite professional race car driver?

Probably Max Verstappen. He’s someone I grew up watching and I like his aggression on track.

Dream car?

It’s a bit of a tough one to be honest. I do like European cars and I’m a bit of a BMW fan, so maybe a really expensive BMW.

Superstitions or rituals before a race?

I like to keep quiet. A lot of people like to talk to calm their nerves, but for me, I like to take half an hour or so before the race to keep to myself.

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Thomas Randle

Supercars driver and cancer survivor Thomas Randle talks chemo, cars and career highlights.

Lauren: What are some of your earliest memories as a kid growing up around cars?

Thomas Randle: My dad used to race sports sedans, and I remember going to the track as a young kid. So yeah, my earliest memories were watching him race at Phillip Island. The racing genes have always been there. I remember getting my first go-kart when I was seven years old. It was probably the worst decision my parents ever made bringing me home a go-kart. *laughs*

L: What has been your biggest career highlight?

TR: Winning the 2020 Dunlop Super2 Series after being diagnosed [with testicular cancer] and having chemotherapy. That was pretty big; that was probably one of my biggest achievements.

TR: Your racing career has taken you all around the world, and soon you’ll be in good old Adelaide. What do you love most about racing here?

TR: I think just the circuit and history. I’d say arguably outside of Mount Panorama, it’s the best track we race on. And it’s just the turnout; it’s such a popular event. It always brings a huge crowd and just the fact that F1 used to drive on the same streets, albeit an extended version. It’s just got it all.

L: You’re also a pianist and featured on the ABC show The Piano last year. That seems like a big contrast to racing fast cars. What life skills are needed for both racing and playing an instrument like the piano?

TR: Good question. I mean, hand-eye coordination. Both have three pedals! *laughs* I just find it a really good way to wind down and take my mind off racing. I like the challenge of trying to learn a song and make no mistakes; it’s kind of like trying to do the perfect qualifying lap.

Quick-fire questions

Favorite professional race car driver?

Fernando Alonso.

Dream car?

Maybe an Aston Martin DB9.

Superstitions or rituals before a race?

*laughs* I don’t know; do I put my left glove on first? I don’t have any lucky underwear.

RAA is the major partner of the bp Adelaide Grand Final, which hits Adelaide’s streets from 26–29 November.

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A winter of punishing weather and more time spent indoors means your home is probably crying out for a spruce up. The good news is that with warmer days you’ll be able to feel your hands while you spring clean. Let’s get cracking.

Sort out the clutter

Before donning rubber gloves, declutter your living spaces. Why deep clean rooms full of items you’re not keeping? Decide what to keep, donate or sell, recycle and throw away.

SA-based professional organiser Sarah Shanahan (pictured below) says having a vision is key to decluttering and organising your home.

“The biggest mistake I see people make is having no plan for what they want to achieve,” Sarah says.

“Break the job into small, achievable areas – one drawer, shelf, cupboard or room at a time. Just get started and keep at it, but don’t expect to have it all done in a day.”

Decluttering done – now for the cleaning. Here are some common tasks to get you started, inside and outside.

First stop: indoors

To complete most cleaning tasks, your kit should include scrubbing brushes, non-scratch scourers, rubber gloves, dusters, microfibre cloths, a mop, bucket, vacuum and the right cleaning products. If you want to use fancy tools like steam cleaners and power scrubbers, go for it. Sarah says the kitchen is a good place to start.

“Empty cupboards and pantries, clear benchtops and clean all surfaces, including counter tops, walls, tiles, splashbacks, drawers and doors,” Sarah says. “A paste of baking soda and vinegar will make your stainless-steel sink sparkle.”

Check user manuals for tips on cleaning your bigger appliances like ovens, range hoods, cooktops and dishwashers. Empty the fridge and clean the drawers and shelves, clean the microwave inside and out, descale the kettle, and wipe down small appliances.

For the rest of the house, dust and clean all surfaces including ceiling fans and blinds, remove cobwebs, and wash windows inside and out. If it’s been a while, wash or dry clean your curtains too. Clear any mould around windows and, if you have a fireplace, safely remove leftover ash.

Now’s also the time to tackle inside maintenance jobs. Have the air-con serviced before summer hits and arrange qualified tradies to fix any broken power points, flickering lights, sticking doors, leaky taps, clogged drains, or wall cracks.

You may even want to consider a painter to freshen walls and ceilings or an electrician to install a ceiling fan, new oven or a split-system air-con.

Sarah’s top five decluttering tips

1. Visualise the desired look of your space.
2. Start small; tackle one manageable area at a time to deliver instant results and keep you motivated to continue.
3. Have a friend hold you accountable.
4. Take before and after pictures to highlight your progress and hard work.
5. Make three piles: donate, keep and maybe. For each item, ask yourself: do I need it, love it or use it? Get rid of the donate pile immediately before you change your mind.

Let’s go outside

The inside is fit for royalty. Now it’s time to head outdoors. Clear your space, then use a broom or leaf blower to shift debris. Brush, wipe or scrub your outdoor furniture, and if it’s timber, consider a coat of stain or varnish to protect and freshen it. Pressure wash bricks, concrete and decking, pull winter weeds (or carefully poison them on a calm day) and wash fences.

Get the barbecue summer-ready by scraping hotplates and grills, scrubbing surfaces with hot, soapy water, changing the drip tray granules, emptying the grease trap and checking for gas leaks.

Spring is the perfect time to rejuvenate garden soil with good quality compost, and to weed, dethatch, core and fertilise the lawn. For some outdoor colour, plant poppies, petunias, or heat-tolerant violas, or pop a citrus tree in a sunny spot for a steady supply of refreshing lemons, limes or oranges in the coming years.

Don’t forget outdoor maintenance jobs. Clear winter leaves from gutters, drains and downpipes, arrange a post-winter roof inspection and make sure solar panels are free of dust, grime and bird droppings before the sunnier months arrive. Spring is also a good time to check roof insulation, repair or replace fences and gates and rejuvenate weatherbeaten areas with a coat of paint.

Don’t forget the shed

For some, a shed cleanout is therapy; for others, a dreaded chore. Either way, decide what you want to achieve when cleaning your shed. Do you want a simple reorganisation, or a proper upgrade with installations such as shelving, cupboards, extra lighting and power points? Whatever your plan, start with sturdy gloves, a dustpan and brush, and a suitable mask, and open doors and windows for ventilation.

Sarah suggests pulling everything out before you start, or if that’s impossible, working side to side.

“Either way, don’t just put everything back,” Sarah says.

“Do you really need those broken tools, expired pesticides or tins of hardened paint? Dispose of unwanted items responsibly before you put back what you want to keep.”

Sweep, dust or vacuum floors and walls, then wipe down shelves and surfaces with warm soapy water or sugar soap. Remove any webs and if you spot rodent droppings, lay some traps or baits. Look for first-generation (not second-generation) rodenticides at your hardware store, as they reduce the risk of poisoning non-target species like owls and kookaburras.

For ongoing tidiness, keep items off the ground using hooks, brackets and pegboards for tools, hoses, ladders and bikes. Group similar items together – fertilisers, paints and cleaners in one zone, for example – and store smaller items in clear, labelled containers so nothing gets lost. Keep frequently used gear like the lawnmower and line trimmer somewhere easy to access.

With a bit of planning and elbow grease, your home can be clutter-free, clean and ready for the spring and summer of your dreams. Go ahead and grab a cold drink while you admire your work.

Now comes the tricky bit… keeping it that way.

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Our personal information is gold to digital criminals, and we share it readily, whether shopping online, surfing the web or posting on social media.

When our data falls into the wrong hands, we’re at risk of becoming victims of crime. There’s no foolproof way to prevent it, but there are steps you can take to better protect yourself.

We asked RAA’s General Manager for Technology, Lee Parker, for his top tips on staying safer online.

1. Passwords, passphrases or passkeys?

Gone are the days of ‘Password123’ or ‘qwerty01’ for your online accounts; if you’re still using these, please stop! Such passwords are easily cracked, which is why experts recommend passphrases instead. They’re easier for you to remember and harder for criminals to guess.

“A passphrase is a string of random and unpredictable words about 15 to 20 characters long, like rope-boat-window-mask or bird-road-curry-tiger,” Lee says.

“Use a unique passphrase for each account, especially for banking, superannuation and anything finance related.”

Passkeys are the next step beyond passwords and passphrases. They’re a more secure way to log in and use your fingerprint, face, or device PIN instead of typing anything at all. Because there’s no password to steal or reuse, they’re much harder for criminals to compromise.

“More banks, retailers and tech platforms are rolling out passkey support,” Lee says. “If you see the option to set one up, take it. It’s one of the simplest security upgrades you can make.”

Apple, Google and Microsoft all support passkeys and once set up, they sync automatically across your devices, so you won’t need to remember a thing.

If remembering complex passwords or passphrases is a challenge, a password manager generates and stores them for you, so you’ll only need to remember one master password for everything. Apple and Google both offer free built-in options, or choose a third-party app, but do your homework and choose a reputable one before signing up.

2. Use multi-factor authentication

Enable multi-factor authentication (MFA) on your accounts where possible. Along with your passphrase or password, MFA requires something else known to you to access an account. This may be a one-time code texted or emailed to you, the answer to a security question, or a biometric like a fingerprint or facial image. Even if a criminal had your password, MFA adds an extra layer of security that could stop them getting in.

“Never share your MFA code with anyone who contacts you, even if they say they’re from your bank,” Lee says. “A legitimate organisation will never ask you for it and if someone does, it’s a scam.”

3. Keep your devices updated

Sometimes the software on your phone or computer becomes vulnerable, which criminals can exploit to gain access. Software developers release regular updates to help plug those security gaps, so when you see a notification about a software update, don’t ignore it. Instead, back up your device and then download and install the latest software to help protect it from being hacked.

“To keep your device up to date, turn on the ‘automatic updates’ setting,” Lee says.

“Your device will install the latest software when it becomes available, and you won’t have to remember to do it manually.”

4. Be aware of scams

Scams come in many forms, including texts, emails, phone calls, social media requests and fake websites. Scammers are constantly evolving and the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) is making scams harder to spot. Australians lose more than $2 billion to scams each year and none of us are immune; you’re never too smart to be scammed.

“Scammers often create a sense of urgency to get you to take some sort of quick action,” Lee says. “If you receive an unexpected message or request, stop and think carefully before you respond.”

Never click unexpected links, open suspicious attachments, transfer money at a stranger’s request, or download software that gives someone remote access to your computer. Unsolicited requests for money to invest or for other purposes are almost always a scam. Legitimate organisations will never ask you to pay them with gift cards, send cash via a courier, or threaten to arrest you, so hang up if someone is telling you this and report it to the authorities.

Scammers often impersonate well-known organisations like the Australian Tax Office, Microsoft, PayPal, or your bank. They can even tack onto existing text message chains from your bank or spoof their phone number to appear genuine. If someone claiming to be from your bank contacts you about ‘fraudulent transactions’ on your credit card or account, hang up immediately and call back on the number listed on the bank’s website to verify the allegation.

5. Use trusted cyber security resources

We’ve only scratched the surface, and we’re not trying to scare you. But education is the best defence, and the good news is there’s plenty more information available. Banks, online retailers, and social media outlets are proactive at educating consumers about cyber security and government websites have lots of handy hints.

“The federal government’s Australian Cyber Security Centre is a trusted source and has a wealth of free information to help improve your cyber safety,” Lee says.

“And if you’re on the receiving end of something that doesn’t seem right, visit Scamwatch for advice on what to do if you think you’ve been scammed.”

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When you think of South Australia’s early wine regions, the Barossa and McLaren Vale are probably the first to come to mind.

Arguably though, the state’s first commercial winery was established in 1838 – just two years after proclamation – about 20km south of Adelaide in what was to become the township of Reynella.

There’s some conjecture around this claim, with vines planted in North Adelaide and Glenelg in 1837. However, John Reynell built a cellar (dug by hand into the limestone) and traded wine on a large scale, which is why Reynella can claim it was the first place in SA to have a commercial winery.

Prior to European settlement, the local land near the Panalatinga Creek was inhabited by the Peramangk Aboriginal people.

When Reynell arrived, he named his property Reynella Farm and in 1838 set about planting grape vine cuttings from New South Wales and even some he obtained during his voyage to Australia from the Cape of Good Hope in South Africa.

The first Chateau Reynella vintage was produced in 1842 and was one of the state’s most well-known wineries for more than a century.

The early days

Despite Reynell establishing his property in the 1840s, the town of Reynella wasn’t laid out until 1854.

Reynell subdivided the land, selling almost 100 plots alongside what is now known as the Field River. From here, Reynella was officially founded and by 1867, the settlement started to take shape.

In the coming years, a mill, school, a hotel and a church would all be built in the burgeoning wine district.

The horse changing station

Due to Reynella being on the main road heading south from Adelaide towards the Fleurieu Peninsula, it became a popular spot for weary travellers and their horses to rest their legs.

The building was constructed in the early 1850s by Reynell and was originally used as a farm blacksmith shop. In 1858, a changing station was set up in the same premises and for the next 57 years, a mail coach run would make two stops at Reynella each day and change horses.

A horse coach would run from Adelaide, stopping at St Marys to attach another horse to help make it up the hill to Reynella. At Reynella, the coach would switch horses before continuing its journey to Willunga.

The horse changing station ran until 1915 when the Willunga train took over the Royal Mail contract and offered a passenger service.

In the early 21^st century, the building was restored by volunteers and now displays local heritage materials.

The mill with a grisly history

With agriculturalists expanding from grapes to other fruits and wheat, John Cain established the Southern Grist Mill which began operations in September 1854. Tragically, less than three years later, the mill would kill him.

According to the South Australian Register, a young man observed Cain being entangled in the machinery and crushed on 17 August 1857.

Despite Cain’s death, the mill kept operating until about 1970 when it’s reported a fire destroyed the building.

That wasn’t before another violent death occurred in 1869. The Adelaide Observer reported that a boiler exploded, causing an “explosion like very loud clap of thunder”.  According to the newspaper, engineer and long-time mill employee Edward Condy (potentially a misspelling of Candy – a prominent name in the area) was killed instantly while standing over the boiler.

The Crown Inn

In 1853, Reynell sold a square acre of land on the northern side of the Panalatinga Creek to Robert Hay.

Since that year, the Crown Inn Hotel has had a continual licence despite several name changes.

In 1855, it was known as the Crown Inn, and only a year later it was renamed the Crown Hotel. In 1886 was titled the Reynella Hotel before reverting to Crown Inn – the current name it has today.

It was an important feature of the town, providing a resting place for travellers journeying south from Adelaide.

Originally a simple two-storey building made from bricks, stone and corrugated iron, the Inn has had several upgrades in the past 170 years.

Reynella now

Despite Reynell’s passing in 1873, wine production in the region continued when his sons Walter and Carew took over the family business.

With the introduction of a train line from Adelaide to Willunga in the early 20^th century, and more agricultural production north of Adelaide, Reynella changed and was even labelled a village of the past.

In the 1950s, Adelaide was growing and the two was split into two suburbs – Reynella and Old Reynella.

Today, Reynella is a residential suburb. However, there are hints of the town’s history scattered around the area, from the horse stables on Old South Road to the historic buildings sitting among modern homes on the site where Reynell established the winery and vines in 1838.

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The doors to RAA West and RAA City have officially opened, with a 25 per cent discount for RAA members at our new onsite cafés.

At RAA City on Grenfell Street, café 1903 takes you back to where it all began. With a barista-made coffee in hand, browse RAA’s history including Australia’s very first driver’s licence, vintage patrol uniforms and stories from our 123 years.

Dining in? It’s not every day you sit down for a meal with RAA’s former fleet vehicles, the 1953 Austin A40, parked front and centre, or a 1940s BSA motorbike and sidecar.

The walk down memory lane continues all the way to RAA West in West Croydon, where you can check out the iconic bright yellow 1959 Ford Thames and pop into café Refuel for a coffee or bite to eat.

Find RAA City at 150 Grenfell Street, Adelaide and RAA West at 599 Port Road, West Croydon.

New home in the Hills

Have you visited the new RAA Shop at Mount Barker? The Adelaide Hills shop recently relocated from Mount Barker Village Shopping Centre to the town’s Central Shopping Centre.

From booking holidays to browsing our extensive retail range and much more, you can still expect the same great services at the new Mount Barker shop.

Mount Barker is now your go-to shop if you live in Murray Bridge or surrounding areas following the recent closure of the town’s RAA Shop after 30 years.

Find Mount Barker’s new RAA Shop at Mount Barker Central Shopping Centre (Shop 7, 13 -15 McLaren Street).

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The moment I arrive it feels familiar, almost like home. I grew up near the seaside suburb of Somerton Park where the newest Hospital Research Foundation Home Lottery winner will call home.

Before stepping out of the car, two people walk past the home; one pauses to admire the striking façade. The other passes, then turns their head to sneak a second look. The chic, floor-to-ceiling sheer curtains are visible from the large, black-framed front window. Drawn for now, few have glimpsed inside the $4.2 million Grand Prize.

When the towering, flush-panel timber front door opens, I’m immediately drawn in by the brightness and warmth, largely thanks to the open-plan living room’s soaring stone gas fireplace that I feel before I see.

Before making my way down the long corridor, a grand double sliding door to my left opens to a boutique hotel-inspired master bedroom. The room has an eye-catching textured feature wall, a spacious walk-in robe and ensuite with LED mirrors. While the space is luxurious, it’s still very liveable and softened by a neutral palette and clean finishes, all designed and built by Scott Salisbury Homes.

It’s hard to believe this dream house will soon become a family’s forever home. Rosana from Rostrevor knows exactly how this feels; she’s the previous Grand Prize winner of The Hospital Research Foundation Home Lottery in West Beach.

“I couldn’t believe it,” Rosana says. “The house is so beautiful; it’s perfect. This doesn’t feel real.”

When you purchase a Home Lottery ticket just like Rosana, you’re helping to fund medical research, healthcare services and hospital programs.

“You realise that even if you don’t win, you know the money goes to help research,” she says.

Majestic and minimalistic but still homely, the Somerton Park property blends luxe with lowkey from room to room, across the four bedrooms, three bathrooms, two spacious living areas and kitchen – the heart of the home which features custom cabinetry complete with butler’s pantry.

Large, black-framed sliding doors open onto a courtyard garden. Home feels like a holiday here as the property’s resort-style aesthetic spans inside and out to the dark-tiled plunge pool. Frameless glass fencing maintains unobstructed views across the lawn and pool, perfect for watching the little ones splash about as you entertain from the alfresco area.

The lucky owners of this Somerton Park gem will soon, just like Rosana, turn the key and walk through the doors of their fully furnished, mortgage-free home, along with $100,000 to sweeten the deal.

The previous lottery sold out four weeks early, so get your ticket for The Hospital Research Foundation Home Lottery now. Check online for inspection times.

Lottery Licence Number M15011. 4010 prizes will be awarded, including the $4.2 million Grand Prize of the Somerton Park home. Ticket sales
commence 20 July 2026, and a maximum of 170,000 tickets will be offered. For the full T&Cs visit homelottery.com.au/terms-and-conditions

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After being crowned Suncorp Super Netball champions, their third premiership in four years, the Adelaide Thunderbirds are on top of the world.

At just 24 years old, co-captain and Kangaroo Island local, Georgie Horjus is preparing to represent Australia in July’s Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.

Fresh from the Thunderbirds’ win, we caught up with Georgie to find out why she loves the game and what inspired her to play in the first place.

When did you first fall in love with sport?

I started playing when I was five but I would’ve started earlier if I could. I was always hanging around the netball courts, watching training and wanting to join in. I used to sleep in my netball dress so excited for the next day!

Who were your sporting role models growing up?

My mum. I always loved watching her play. She played A grade and was a goalie also. I idolised Erin Bell, Nat Medhurst and Steph Fretwell, all shorter GAs. To get the chance to meet them now and work with Erin is really special as well as Steph sending a video when I was presented my Diamonds dress. 

What would you say to someone who wants to take up netball?

It’s so fun, it’s a great team sport. It suits so many people as different positions suit people and their skills. With so many levels of teams you can play it to make friends or competitively. Some of my lifelong, closest friends are from netball.

What did it mean to lift the trophy at the end of the day?

It’s so special, something you dream about. It’s amazing getting to share something you all want with your teammates, you’ve all worked so hard to win. It’s the best feeling!

What’s special about this group of players?

We get along so well, we all live by our team values, and all want the same thing. We are great mates off the court and share some great memories together. We can all give honest feedback and know it’s coming from a good place, at the end of the day we all want the same thing to lift that trophy at the end of the season.

You’ve been selected for the Diamonds squad again, what does it mean to represent Australia?

A dream come true, still pretty surreal. Something I’ve wanted to do since I was a little girl and still pinch myself when I get in the Diamonds dress. Singing the anthem for the first time I still remember, it’s something that still gives me shivers.

What’s the best thing you’ve been able to do because of netball?

Make lifelong friends, grow so much in my leadership. I’m a quiet person but it’s helped me get out of my comfort zone and speak up.

Do you have any rituals before a game?

No, just a nice chill day, morning walk and coffee. If I’m home, I spend the day with my family and little nieces and if we’re playing away, I get out and hang with the girls for the day.

Favourite thing to do in your hometown?

Spend the day at the beach with family and friends. Or spending the day at the sports club watching netball and football.

Favourite holiday spot in SA?

Kangaroo Island, obviously – it’s where I came from, in particular Stokes Bay or Snelling beach.

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