Why was quaint south-west Adelaide, Adelaide’s Central Market, the old mosque and the West Terrace Cemetery so vital to the desert carriers, the Afghan cameleer herbalists?

How powerful was the healing ability to Australians of their, and Mahomet Allum’s, medicinal plants?

Are they still used?

Do you use them today?

Meet at the Minor Works Building for a unique talk then you will make your way to West Terrace Cemetery.

Adelaide is a city rich in history, with grand architecture, hidden laneways, and stories that stretch far beyond its peaceful facade. Exploring this history through WEA walking tours offers a unique and immersive way to connect with the past – bringing to life the people, places, and events that shaped the city.

Join Bob the Murder Man from Historical Adelaide Tours for a captivating journey into the darker side of Adelaide’s history.

As a dedicated historian with a passion for unravelling the city’s mysteries, Bob will take you on a two-hour journey from Light Square, over the Morphett Street Bridge then along the Torrens River before ending up at Hindmarsh Square.

Hear about the many murders which took place along this journey including those of George Duncan, John Neill, Constable John Holman and Elva Stewart.

This WEA walking tour runs for 1 session x 2 hours.

South Australia was the ‘unknown coast’ until Flinders charted its gulfs and coasts in 1802 naming over 100 places from Fowlers Bay to Encounter Bay, Kangaroo Island and Mt Lofty.

Hear the story of his tragic but heroic life, while we visit some of his memorials.

We begin with the train to Flinders station (at your own cost or free with Seniors Card) to see the statue of Flinders and his cat, Trim.

We visit or glimpse places linked to Flinders including Rapid Bay, Backstairs Passage and Cape Jervis and Kangaroo Island in the distance.

We’ll stop for a lunch break in Victor Harbor.

At Encounter Bay there will be time to walk to the memorial at Rosetta Head or enjoy Petrel cove views.

Extensive history notes will be provided, including details of his house arrest time in Mauritius.

This tour will depart from the WEA Centre in Angas Street at 8:30 am sharp and return at approximately 5:15 pm.

The Nairne railway bill of 1878 was the biggest South Australian capital expenditure and the engineering obstacles were considerable.

It included the first iron bridge across the River Murray.

The hills line had 8 tunnels, several bridges, and 2 wooden viaducts.

We will experience some of these on the train to Blackwood (cost not included.)

Fine stone railway stations were built in 1883 and we will see Mitcham, Blackwood, Mt Lofty, Aldgate, and Nairne stations and the remains of the station at Callington.

The fiasco of the train opening started at Blackwood and finished at Nairne.

The tour includes an optional visit to the Roundhouse Museum in Murray Bridge and time in the railway town of Tailem Bend.

Extensive history notes will be provided.

This day tour will depart from the WEA Centre in Angas Street at 8:30am sharp, and will return at approximately 5:30pm.

German settlers often had two Lutheran churches in their towns.

Some settlers like Colin Thiele left their mark on Australian literature. He was educated in Julia in the ranges above Eudunda.

August Schiller left his mark on Neales Flat and Sutherlands as blacksmith and farmer.

Farmers in Eudunda formed Eudunda Farmers cooperative stores which left their mark across South Australia.

The German settlers of Friedrichswalde had their town name changed to Tarnma in 1917 by parliament despite their reluctance.

Today these settlements are in decline except for Eudunda with impressive silo art.

Towns within Goyder’s Line have fared better.

We visit a monument to the Goyder’s line near Sutherlands.

Enjoy a pleasant day visiting the rolling plains near Eudunda from Peep Hill to Australia Plains and the uplands from Julia to Tarnma.

On return we will stop at the new Kapunda silo art by renowned artist Sam Bates. It depicts the history of the copper mining town.

Extensive notes will be provided.

This tour will depart from the WEA Centre in Angas Street at 8:30am sharp, and will return at approximately 5:45pm.

Join us for an afternoon following Kidman sites from his sarcophagus at Mitcham cemetery, Eringa houses in Unley Park and in Kapunda, the church where he worshipped in Kapunda, the Kidman Gates at Wayville and the Kidman children graves and the Kidman buildings and statue in Kapunda.

Sir Sidney Kidman and his story are important as he was so much more than just the cattle king.

After visiting Kapunda we will go to the City of Salisbury Hub which has organised a light supper before a panel discussion on the incredible history of Anna Creek Station, the largest cattle station in the world.

This special event honours the legacy of Sir Sidney Kidman and the pioneering spirit of the families and stockmen.

You will hear firsthand stories from ringers, managers and station wives who lived through the highs and lows of outback life. From droughts and floods these tales will capture the hardships and triumphs that shaped Australia’s pastoral heritage.

Extensive notes will be provided.

This tour will depart from the WEA Centre in Angas Street at 12:30pm sharp and return at approximately 8:00pm.

Adelaide is a city rich in history, with grand architecture, hidden laneways, and stories that stretch far beyond its peaceful facade. Exploring this history through WEA walking tours offers a unique and immersive way to connect with the past – bringing to life the people, places, and events that shaped the city.

Join Bob the Murder Man from Historical Adelaide Tours for a captivating journey into the darker side of Adelaide’s history.

As a dedicated historian with a passion for unravelling the city’s mysteries, Bob will guide you through the south-eastern corner of Adelaide, revealing chilling tales of murder and intrigue.

This tour delves into real historical cases and explores how crime, punishment, and social attitudes were deeply intertwined in Adelaide’s past. It’s a gripping, thought-provoking experience for history buffs, true crime fans, and curious minds alike.

Bob will focus on murders, suicides and preventable and unexplained deaths which have occurred in South Australia from the day of Proclamation on 28 December 1836 until 1972.

Bob has spent hours delving into coronial and police files to research these deaths and you’ll be fascinated as he shares these tragic experiences.