Intersection: Adelaide Hills 2026 Community Event (Friday 20 March)
A relaxed community gathering at Hahndorf Academy from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm for artists, arts‑lovers and locals to connect and share ideas. The evening includes an informal artist talk with regional artists Kath Inglis and Tim Thompson, who will chat about their practice and experiences as Hills artists, with light snacks provided for everyone.
Wine Tasting Experience at Magpie Springs (Saturday–Sunday 21–22 March)
Enjoy a guided tasting of handcrafted, estate‑grown wines including Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Riesling, Pinot Noir, Shiraz and sparkling, matched with a generous shared platter of local cheeses, ham, dips and seasonal treats. Half‑hourly sessions run from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm in the rustic Magpie Springs Cellar Door and Art Gallery on Willunga Hill, overlooking gardens and local wildlife (bookings essential).
Stirling Laneways (Sunday 22 March)
From 9:00 am to 3:00 pm, Stirling’s laneways come alive with local artisans, makers and producers spread through the village streets. It’s a colourful day out to browse handcrafted pieces, meet the makers and soak up the small‑town festival feel in the heart of the Hills.
Stirling Market (Sunday 22 March)
Running from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, Stirling Market is a much‑loved community market with stalls featuring local produce, homewares, fashion, crafts and more. Wander the main streets, pick up a few treasures and enjoy an easy Sunday atmosphere while supporting Adelaide Hills small businesses.
Sidewood Estate, Oakbank – Restaurant of the Week
Set among eucalyptus and landscaped gardens at Oakbank, Sidewood Estate combines a polished restaurant, relaxed outdoor spaces and a busy cellar door just 25 minutes from the city. The striking black gabled building opens into warm timber, stone and leather interiors, with an eclectic Australian art collection and a big deck that looks over lawn games, daybeds and a kids’ nature play area.
The kitchen focuses on seasonal Adelaide Hills and South Australian produce, with a menu that runs from wood‑fired pizzas and shared plates to a full à la carte experience, all designed to match Sidewood’s award‑winning cool‑climate wines and ciders. It’s a great spot for a lingering weekend lunch on the deck, a family‑friendly afternoon with space for kids to roam, or a slightly dressier dinner built around local food and thoughtful wine pairings.
This Week’s Building Tip (Autumn)
Autumn Check: Gutters, Downpipes and Overflow
As autumn leaves start to fall, blocked gutters and downpipes are one of the quickest ways to end up with leaks, damp patches and damage to eaves or wall linings once winter rain hits. A simple clean‑up now can save a much bigger repair job later.
Walk around the house after a decent shower and check where water is overflowing or pooling near the base of walls.
Clear out leaves and debris from gutters, especially under trees, and make sure downpipes are actually clear all the way to the ground or drain.
If you’re not confident on a ladder, consider getting a local roofing or gutter‑cleaning tradie in for a once‑a‑year autumn clean and quick visual check of your roof at the same time.