There’s no better place for a fun outdoor activity over summer than the Adelaide City Dirt track in Blue Gum Park / Kurangga (Park 20).

APA’s Rhia Daniel spoke to the volunteers who helped to create, and maintain, the vibrant spot.

We’re helping you to learn about the plants in your Open, Green, Public Adelaide Park Lands, one species at a time.

Today: native pine!

Digital creator Ivana Fittock is known for her colourful outfits, her infectious smile – and for regularly styling shoots against a pink-striped wall.

The 35-year-old from the north-east also loves a trip to your Adelaide Park Lands, as seen on her Instagram page, Undoubtedly Ivana.

The fashionista and gym junkie has 10,000-plus followers online. Recently, we sat down with her for a chat.

Adelaide Councillor Keiran Snape says his elevation this year to the role of Deputy Lord Mayor for 2024 reflects “all the support out there in the community for your Park Lands”.

APA’s Carla Caruso spoke to him about his hopes for the year ahead, and the push to get long-delayed heritage listing for your Park Lands.

A bamboo grove at the Adelaide Botanic Garden (Park 11) has long featured graffiti - the plants engraved with words, etched secretly, by visitors.

For some people, the ‘public art’ produces smiles as they read the messages. But for others, it’s vandalism.

This is the first article in a series looking at historical monuments in your Park Lands, thanks to cultural historian Dr Noris Ioannou.

To begin, the spotlight’s been turned on Park Lands monuments that refer to and celebrate Colonel William Light (1786-1839), SA’s first surveyor-general.

We’re helping you to learn about the plants in your Open, Green, Public Adelaide Park Lands, one species at a time.

Today: the majestic river red gum!

Birds have been thriving in your Adelaide Park Lands, notably at the wetlands in Victoria Park / Pakapakanthi (Park 16).

Hobbyist photographers have been enjoying capturing them on camera, including a few firsts for the wetlands. 

Hidden behind hedges in an idyllic corner of your Park Lands are two remnants of 19th century English gentility.

Two croquet lawns have had a century-long association with Carriageway Park / Tuthangga (Park 17).

We love interviewing people who enjoy frequenting your Park Lands.

This time in the hot-seat is Sue O’Brien who has an interesting background. She’s an outdoor educator and guide, a maker and repairer of outdoor gear, and a keen cyclist and hiker. We pinned her down long enough to find out what motivates her.

It’s not just about enjoying the scenery.

Here are five reasons why walking in or through your Adelaide Park Lands is good for your mood, your mind, your body and more.