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

July 2026

Don’t let the weather rain on your parade because there’s so much happening across SA to keep you warm inside and out. Here’s our favourite events happening in July.

1. Illuminate Adelaide

When: 1–19 July
Where: Various locations

As the cold sets in, the city ignites with a riot of colour filling the streets. Watch as Illuminate Adelaide (pictured above) morphs the night sky into a luminous dreamscape where art, sound and technology collide.

Augmented Games is one such magical collision. Part video arcade part sporting arena, this multiplayer event features eight immersive games that’ll test your agility, memory and reflexes.

Discover the secrets of the ocean floor in Digital Abyss, where technology and nature respond to your very presence. RAA members get discounted tickets to both shows, but be quick, as special offer tickets are limited.

2. THINK! Road Safety SA Country Football Championships

When: 10–12 July
Where: Barossa Park, Lyndoch

Heart, hustle and hometown heroes. That’s what country communities are all about, and there’s no better celebration than the THINK! Road Safety SA Country Football Championships.

Regional footy teams from across South Australia and Broken Hill will come face-to-face on the field where, for three full days, the stakes are high, the scores are close and the action never drops the ball. The fun, mateship, and passion mean everyone goes home having kicked a goal.

3. Cuttle Shuffle Silent Disco

When: 11 July
Where: Whyalla Maritime Gardens

Why do the Locomotion when you can do the Cuttle Shuffle? Channel your inner kaleidoscopic cuttlefish and hit the dancefloor at the Cuttle Shuffle Silent Disco.

Slip on headphones, choose your favourite tunes and shimmy the night away at this family-friendly night out.

This event is part of Cuttlefest – the annual celebration of the magnificent colour-changing molluscs. Check out the full program for all the events happening across June and July.

4. Loveday 400 Off Road Race

When: 25–27 July
Where: Loveday Adventure Park, Barmera

A little dust in your eyes is half the fun at the purpose-built Loveday 4×4 Adventure Park. You’ll be right in the thick of it as the Loveday 400 Off Road Race puts the track to good use.

See some of the fastest off-road vehicles and drivers kick up the red outback dirt in a race to the finish line. Make a weekend of it with on-site camping included in the price of the entry ticket for spectators (and kids under 12 are free). There is also plenty of food, drinks and quieter spots to catch your breath.

5. Winter Reds Festival

When: 24–26 July
Where: Balhannah, Adelaide Hills

Sip, stay and celebrate the Adelaide Hills’ finest wine and food. Don’t worry about the cold because the Winter Reds Festival, headlined by MasterChef icon and festival ambassador Matt Preston, is turning up the heat.

Savour premium cool-climate red wines, get cosy by a crackling fire and enjoy live music at the winter festival that paints the Hills Red. Hungry for more? Use your RAA membership to save on festival events, including:

• La Linea ‘Iberian’ Varieties masterclass
• Good Vibrations at Cobb’s Hill Estate
• The Shiraz Social: Country Edit at Howard Vineyard
• Dairy Block Party at Karrawatta Wines
• Worlds Apart Wines – Après Ski Closing Party
• The festival Bus Loop departing from Adelaide city.

6. Making Old New: DRG 10th Anniversary

When: Ending 1 August
Where: David Roche Gallery, North Adelaide

Throughout his life, David Roche AM collected some 3000 fascinating objects, now on display at Fermoy House in North Adelaide where he once lived. This year celebrates 10 years since the opening of Fermoy House to the public, displaying some of this vast collection.

To mark the milestone, Making Old New: DRG 10th Anniversary brings together works of art from the gallery’s European and British collection alongside pieces by 20 contemporary South Australian artists. Book your free ticket online or at the door and be inspired by the reimagined pieces in this special collection.

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We bathe and swim in it, we freeze it to cool our drinks, and our bodies are mostly made from it. What are we talking about? Water, of course.

We take water for granted when we turn on the tap, yet we wouldn’t last long without it. And because water is so important to our health and lifestyles, shouldn’t it be of the best possible quality?

Filtered water from every outlet

Complete Home Filtration is an Australian-founded company, and its Adelaide-based team has firsthand knowledge of SA’s unique water challenges.

Complete Home Filtration founder and Managing Director Suzanne Dodds says customised, whole-home filtration systems are designed to tackle SA’s hard water and remove impurities.

“This gives you clean, fresh and great-tasting water from every tap in your house,” Suzanne says. “It’s also perfect if you have health problems, such as asthma or sensitive skin.”

When you install a Complete Home Filtration system, all the water entering your home goes through four stages of filtration.

“The pre-filter removes larger particles like sand, silt and rust,” Suzanne says.

“Subsequent filters can be customised to your needs – focused on removing unwanted chemicals like pesticides, chlorine, heavy metals, and excessive minerals like magnesium and calcium.

“Bathing in filtered water helps protect your skin and hair from harsh chemicals, leaving skin softer, less irritated, while helping your hair feel smoother, stronger, and more vibrant over time.”

What sort of system do I need?

There’s no one-size-fits-all filtration solution. Complete Home Filtration will give you a free consultation to see which system and what customisable options best suit your home’s water and your family’s needs.

Complete Home Filtration will test your local water quality, assess your water usage, and note any other specific requirements, including the best place to put your unit.

“With easy installation, minimal maintenance, and a system tailored to your home’s needs, a Complete Home Filtration solution makes it simple to elevate your water quality and support your family’s health and wellbeing,” Suzanne says.

Complete Home Filtration will even stay in touch with you after installation to ensure you have clean water for your home, for life.

“Even if you already have filtered drinking water, a Complete Home Filtration system offers a range of additional benefits that make it a worthwhile investment for SA households,” Suzanne says.

“From protecting your water-based appliances and tapware to improving your skin, hair, and laundry, you’ll take your water to the next level.”

How do I get cleaner water?

Book an in-home consultation today and turbocharge your water quality. RAA members save 10 per cent on whole-home filtration systems and replacement filters.

Disclaimer: This advertorial contains general advice from Complete Home Filtration. It does not consider individual circumstances.

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RAA is there to keep members moving and is now making moves themselves. From 22 June, RAA will no longer call Mile End home.

Instead, you’ll find the team across two newly leased locations: RAA City on Grenfell Street and RAA West on Port Road.

Where are the new locations?

The new city office has been designed with members in mind and puts RAA in the heart of the CBD at 150 Grenfell Street, Adelaide.

RAA West is a purpose-built technical centre at 599 Port Road, West Croydon.

Both sites will feature modern cafés – RAA City’s 1903 and RAA West’s Refuel – and memorabilia displays showcasing RAA’s rich history.

What’s at RAA City?

At RAA City you’ll find RAA’s flagship retail Shop including the RAA Travel team, who can help with holiday bookings. There’s also a member zone where you can relax with a coffee or enjoy a bite to eat from the 1903 café.

What’s at RAA West?

At RAA West you can access Vehicle Inspections, the RAA workshop, Drive School and the Child Safety Centre, where child restraints can be fitted.

If you’re looking to book a holiday, pop in for a chat to the RAA Travel team, or browse the new retail Shop. You can also grab a snack at RAA West’s café, Refuel.

What’s happening with the RAA shops at Mile End and Hindmarsh Square?

Both Shops are relocating to the new sites: Mile End to RAA West and Hindmarsh Square to RAA City. The same great teams and the same great products and services will be there to greet members.

When will the new buildings be open?

RAA City will be open to members from 15 June.

RAA West will open from 22 June, as the Mile End team moves to make way for the North-South Corridor works.

RAA Insurance (part of Allianz Australia) will now be based on levels five and six of RAA Place at 91 King William St, Adelaide.

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From discounts on your fuel and groceries to exclusive dining and cellar door experiences and so much more, RAA loves giving back to members. Here are three people who are among more than 840,000 South Australians reaping the rewards simply by being an RAA member.

Jodie Wiren

RAA member for 21 years
$676 saved in the past year

With home renovations on the horizon, RAA Rewards will come in handy more than ever for Jodie.

What are some of the rewards and discounts you’ve redeemed?

I’ve redeemed rewards from Woolworths, Big W, Dan Murphy’s and so many more. I’m excited to see more RAA Rewards have been added recently so I’ll be using Bunnings, Star Discount Chemist, Amazon, the HIM/HER/HOME gift cards and BCF. My favourite is Woolworths as I combine it with my monthly rewards discounts, so it helps save even more on groceries, which is one of our biggest bills as a family of six.

How often do you use RAA Rewards?

Three to four times a month, although with the Bunnings rewards it’s more regularly. We have a very old house, so it needs fixing often!

What do you love most about RAA Rewards?

Who doesn’t love to save money? Every dollar I save is a dollar I don’t have to earn!

Samantha Alberts

RAA member for 11 years
$442 saved in the past year

Thanks to RAA Rewards, Samantha (pictured left with partner) has saved on some amazing experiences around South Australia.

When did you start using RAA Rewards?

I started using RAA Rewards about two years ago when I discovered the discounts in the RAA app.

What are some favourite rewards and discounts you’ve redeemed?

I have redeemed quite a few rewards! My partner and I love visiting wineries and restaurants that host events like Cellar Door Fest and A Taste of the Hills Festival. It’s hard to choose a favourite but we loved the experience at Pike & Joyce Wines in the Adelaide Hills and Artisans of Barossa.

How often do you use RAA Rewards?

We’ll often scroll through the rewards in certain locations like the Barossa or Langhorne Creek when we plan on going out for the day to see what’s on offer in that region.

Which rewards do you take advantage of most?

Mostly dining or experiences like guided wine tastings. When we would normally go out for a simple lunch, we now sometimes treat ourselves with a three-course set menu or paired wine tasting. It’s a great experience with really good offers.

What do you love most about RAA Rewards?

The options. There’s a lot to choose from in so many different areas of South Australia. It’s also a nice opportunity to try something you wouldn’t normally think of doing or discover somewhere you haven’t been before.

Amy Lloyd

RAA member for 15 years
$668 saved in the past year

Family time is even more fun and affordable for Amy thanks to RAA Rewards.

When did you first start using RAA Rewards?

RAA Rewards came in handy when I started saving for a home loan. I was trying to save money anywhere I could.

What are some of the RAA Rewards you’ve redeemed?

HCF and UPark are automatically connected to RAA Rewards which helps. Woolworths gift cards are my favourite/biggest one as I use it for our weekly shop and save money along the way.

Which rewards do you use most?

I use Caltex rewards when I am near one of those fuel stations, Woolworths for shopping and, any time I want to do something fun with the family, I always check to see if RAA Rewards has a discount on something like Adelaide Zoo.

What do you love most about RAA Rewards?

I love that it helps me save money and I like to see how much I’ve saved.

What is RAA Rewards?

RAA’s exclusive rewards program gives members access to amazing discounts at more than 220 local suppliers. Think the movies, supermarkets, pharmacies, fuel outlets, cafes, restaurants and many more. Best of all, new and exciting discounts pop up all the time!

“Since March 2025, RAA members have saved more than $40 million through RAA Rewards and loyalty discounts,” says RAA Chief Marketing Officer Michael Healy. “We want to keep putting money back into the pockets of South Australians.”

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When we turn on the kitchen lights or press start on the microwave, we don’t usually think about why they work. They just do.

But there are complex costs behind our readily available electricity. And like all costs, they’re subject to change. It’s easy to feel confused but read on and we’ll help demystify it for you.

There are key components that make up the cost of transmitting power to our houses and businesses. They include the price of wholesale electricity, labour and material costs, government schemes and maintaining the network’s poles and wires. These costs can change according to economic and market conditions, and the changes flow through to our power bills.

Who has the final say?

Each year, energy authorities such as the Australian Energy Regulator (AER) review the costs of electricity generation and transmission across certain states and regions. After the review, the AER updates the Default Market Offer.

What’s the Default Market Offer?

The Default Market Offer (DMO) serves as a safety-net price for electricity and protects consumers from excessively high prices on standing-offer contracts. The DMO is a reference price against other electricity offers, which makes it easier for consumers to shop around and see if they’re getting a good deal.

The AER has updated the DMO – effective 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2027 and known as DMO 8 – in South Australia. For residential customers on a flat-rate tariff, the DMO has increased by 1.4 per cent. For customers on a time-of-use tariff, the DMO has decreased by 1.1 per cent. 

The change to your bill may also depend on whether your plan includes a controlled load, which is usually separately metered on large appliances, such as hot water systems, pool pumps and underfloor heating.

What’s happening in South Australia?

Here are the changes for each component in SA, which show how the AER calculated the 1.4% increase (flat rate) to the DMO across 2026-27.

Wholesale energy costs (1.9 per cent decrease)
Average: 36.1per cent of your bill
This is based on the price energy retailers pay to buy electricity from generators. Wholesale costs have come down slightly this year as contract prices eased compared with last year.

Network costs 8.6 per cent increase)
Average: 41.7 per cent of your bill
Network costs are the biggest part of your bill and have increased this year. This is mainly due to how the cost is calculated; the AER now factors in the growing number of households with smart meters, which are charged a different network rate. This has pushed up the network cost component for flat-rate customers. 

Environmental costs (35.3 per cent decrease)
Average: 2.0 per cent of your bill
These costs have decreased for all customers, mainly due to decreases in government renewable energy target schemes.

Retail costs (1.4 per cent decrease)
Average: 14.1 per cent of your bill
Retail costs have come down slightly this year, reflecting lower day-to-day operating costs reported by retailers. These savings are partly offset by the growing cost of smart meter installations. 

Retail margin (1.4 per cent increase)
Average: 6 per cent of your bill
The increase in overall costs has affected the retail margin, which is set at 6.0 per cent of the DMO price for residential customers; this means changes elsewhere have a flow-on effect.

Dig a bit deeper

Of course, we’ve only skimmed the surface of this topic. If you’d like to learn more, you can read the AER’s May 2026 final determination on DMO prices here.

Summary of changes

The table below summarises the year-on-year movement in each cost component for SA residential flat-rate customers. 

Note: All figures are annual, inclusive of GST, and based on 4,000 kWh usage. Source: AER DMO 8 Final Determination, May 2026. 

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An energy-efficient house equals savings on your power bills. If you’re renting, you can’t necessarily make drastic alterations to your place, but there are ways you can save energy around your rental, with your landlord’s approval, of course.

1. It’s curtains for your power bill

Heating and cooling your house accounts for about 40 per cent of your household energy use. You’re paying big dollars for this comfort, so you don’t want it going to waste.

One way to help keep the heat in during winter and out during summer is by hanging block-out curtains around the windows and keeping them closed when the heating or cooling is on. These thick curtains block light, insulate against draughts and help prevent heat transfer through the window glass.

Even better, you can probably use a removable adhesive hook to hang the curtains without drilling or damaging the walls. Just make sure the hooks are rated to carry the weight of the rod and curtains.

2. Learn to love snakes

Another way to keep warm air where you want it is to block draughts around floorboards, doors, windows and skirting boards. Door snakes or rolled-up towels are a cheap way of blocking gaps under doors. It sounds simple, but it works. Rugs are also effective at reducing air flow through the floor, helping you save on heating and cooling costs.

In summer, stick some specially formulated reflective film on the inside of western-facing windows that cop the brunt of the afternoon sun. This reduces heat gain significantly, plus it’s removable, so it shouldn’t upset your landlord. You can also buy cheap and effective self-adhesive weather strips for doors and windows.

3. Splish splash, I was takin’ a… shower

After heating and cooling, hot water is the second biggest energy hog in most homes. There’s nothing like an invigorating shower to start or finish your day; but if you have an old-fashioned, water-guzzling shower head, expect a huge bump in your energy and water bills.

Some shower heads pump out 15 litres of water per minute, but according to the Australian Government, switching to a six-litres-per-minute model can save a family of four about 105,000 litres of water per year and approximately $315.

That’s not the only saving either. Just think how much energy you’re using heating that extra water. The good news is that most modern low-flow shower heads are comparable or superior to the water wasters on the market and installing them is non-permanent and DIY, so a plumber isn’t required.

4. See yourself in the right light

Got any incandescent or halogen light bulbs at home? Well, as Andrea Bocelli and Sarah Brightman sang so tunefully, it’s time to say goodbye. LED light bulbs use 75 per cent to 90 per cent less energy than their halogen and incandescent counterparts.

LED light bulbs are also much cheaper these days, so when you buy them you’ll usually get your money back in long-term savings. Keep old light bulbs so you can put them back and take the LEDs with you when you move house.

Replacing non-LED downlights is more complicated. Along with the up-front purchase price, they typically require a licensed electrician to install them, so the costs add up. Reach out to your landlord if you want to explore that option.

If you’re renting your home for the long haul – and you have a good relationship with your landlord – they might even give the go ahead if you chip in for the lights and installation.

5. Some oldies (but goodies)

Although these apply whether you rent or own, here are some timely reminders about everyday energy savings you can make at home.

• Switch off unused appliances at the wall; they’re secretly using power, even in standby mode.
• Set the thermostat between 23C and 26C in summer and between 18C and 20C in winter.
• If you’re on a time-of-use tariff, use energy outside peak periods.
• Cook smaller meals in microwaves, air fryers or toaster ovens instead of your main oven.
• Use ceiling or pedestal fans on their own or in conjunction with your aircon; they improve its efficiency and are much cheaper to run.
• Shop around for a better energy plan.

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National aged care provider Arcare is opening its first South Australian residence in the beachside suburb of Hove this June.

Designed to balance quality care with comfort and connection, the residence offers a warm, contemporary environment where residents can feel at home while receiving 24-hour support.

Aged care is evolving, with many residences moving away from institutional models to create spaces that support independence, wellbeing and everyday living. At Arcare, the focus is on helping residents continue enjoying the routines, relationships and activities that matter to them.

Here are three important questions to consider when exploring aged care.

1. Can you still do the things you enjoy?

Choosing an aged care residence that supports your lifestyle and interests is important. Everyday experiences, whether it is sharing a coffee with family, visiting the hair salon or enjoying a film, can make a real difference to quality of life.

At Arcare Hove, residents will have access to an onsite café, hair salon, theatre and private dining room, along with shared lounges and landscaped outdoor spaces designed for relaxation and connection.

“We’re excited to bring Arcare to South Australia for the first time,” an Arcare spokesperson says. “Hove has been designed to provide residents with high quality care in a welcoming environment that feels comfortable, social and connected.”

2. What lifestyle programs are offered?

Lifestyle and wellbeing programs play an important role in helping residents stay active and engaged.

Activities may include art, gardening, wellness sessions, music and community outings, with programs tailored to residents’ interests and abilities.

“At Arcare, we encourage residents to continue doing the things they enjoy. It’s about supporting wellbeing through meaningful activities, social connection and choice.”

3. How will your relationships be supported?

Maintaining connections with family, friends and the wider community remain an important part of life in aged care.

Private lounges, dining spaces and gardens at Arcare Hove are designed to make it easy for residents to spend time with loved ones in comfortable surroundings.

“We understand how important relationships and connection are to wellbeing. Our aim is to create an environment where residents feel supported, valued and connected to the people around them.”

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Across nearly 150 T20 matches in the Women’s Big Bash League (WBBL), Adelaide Strikers all-rounder Jemma Barsby has some impressive cricket stats to her name. The 30-year-old also has the rare ability to bowl both left and right-handed.

But it’s her courage and ability to stare down multiple sclerosis (MS) that’s arguably her biggest achievement so far. We chat with Jemma to learn more about her battle and her special cause, Whack MS for 6.

How long since your diagnosis and how has it impacted your cricket career?

I was 19 when the doctor told me I had MS, so it’s been about 11 years now. I have my good and bad days, and on the bad ones I’m in bed most of the day with extreme fatigue.

During cricket season, we might be playing and training for more than 20 hours a week. Add to that the hectic travel schedules and it can be pretty draining. So far, my MS hasn’t meant missing any games though, and I count myself lucky I can still play professional cricket and do the other things I love. I have to say, the support I’ve received from the cricketing world since my diagnosis has been incredible.

Tell us about Whack MS for 6

It all started when my manager met Dr Steven Petratos from Monash University, who’s a global leader in MS research. We’d already been doing some MS fundraising, but when Dr Petratos told us about a promising new drug called Dioprotectome, it kickstarted our foundation, Whack MS for 6.

The current drugs help people living with MS to manage their symptoms and delay the progress of the disease. Dioprotectome is different because it has the potential to halt or perhaps even reverse MS by repairing nerve fibre damage among other things.

Through Whack MS for 6, we’re aiming to raise $6 million to help get the drug to the human trial stage and then hopefully approval and manufacture. It’d be pretty special if we can play a part in helping more than 33,000 Aussies living with MS.

What do you find rewarding about your charity work?

I love talking to people and hearing their stories. In the past, I’ve tended to hide from it a bit because it’s an invisible disease and if you looked at me you wouldn’t know I had it. I’ve mainly focused on just getting on with things, but over time, I’ve become better at communicating how I’m feeling and helping educate others about MS along the way.

As both a person living with MS and a professional athlete, I can use my voice to start conversations and raise awareness and break down the stigma. Unfortunately, not all workplaces are as understanding as mine and some people face additional issues.

I love helping other people and the more I do it, the more rewarding it is. Sometimes people reach out to me and say, “I’ve just been diagnosed, and your story’s inspirational.” You don’t always think of that during your own struggles, but when you hear it, it makes you reflect not just on your own path but on others’ as well. Cricket’s a big part of my life and being able to use it to raise money and help people is amazing.

How can people help?

You can donate online directly to Whack MS for 6 to help us reach our fundraising goal. We really appreciate your support.

Reaching out to people you know who are living with MS can also make their day. Don’t be afraid to ask them how they’re going and if there’s anything you can do to help them. Just asking how they are can lead to deeper conversations and a better understanding of what they’re going through.

Some people find it hard to bring up the topic, but from a personal perspective, it’s wonderful to chat with caring people who have a genuine concern about your wellbeing.

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