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After the fire: welcome back to Deep Creek National Park
Just a couple of weeks after fire ripped through its spectacular coastal scenery, parts of Deep Creek National Park have reopened to the public, giving visitors a unique opportunity to visit and witness the very beginnings of the landscape’s recovery.
17 Feb. 2026 4 min read
5 great shows to catch in South Australia’s parks, gardens and heritage sites this festival season
Mad March is almost here, when Adelaide comes alive with colour, creativity and world-class events.
20 Feb. 2026 3 min read
The last resort: Vulnerable native mammals thriving on island safe haven
An archipelago off South Australia’s west coast is playing a vital role in the conservation of vulnerable mammal species, including the southern brown bandicoot and greater stick-nest rat, which recent surveys show are proving their resilience on the remote group of islands.
23 Feb. 2026 3 min read
100 years of wonder below: Celebrate a century of exploring Kelly Hill Caves
This year marks 100 years since curious locals first ventured into the caves, guided only by candlelight and a sense of adventure. And now, a century later, it’s your turn to follow in their footsteps.
23 Feb. 2026 3 min read
How we care for the Botanic Garden During Festival Season
Festival season is upon us in Adelaide, and every year our vibrant parklands play host to a range of festivals and events, like the Adelaide Festival, Fringe Festival, and WOMADelaide.
Botanic Park/Tainmuntilla – adjacent to Adelaide Botanic Garden – forms part of the Botanic Gardens and State Herbarium botanic estates and contains a curated botanical living collection for science and conservation. But its majestic, living collection of trees, expansive lawns and unique natural spaces also make it one of Adelaide’s premier outdoor entertainment venues, and the perfect spot to enjoy an outdoor festival, concert, or cinema experience.
Welcoming tens of thousands of visitors to our parks and botanic gardens gives us the opportunity to showcase these impressive spaces to new audiences in exciting ways. But have you ever wondered what it takes to ensure the living collection of plants and trees is protected along the way?
Discover how the Botanic Gardens and State Herbarium care for these spaces during festival season, and some simple ways you can help.
25 Feb. 2026 4 min read