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To all who support the SBA and follow us on this website, be advised that the COVID crisis has affected our activities and our plans to take the Southern Barossa forward in these troubling times. A number of events we planned for 2020 and 2021 have had to be put on hold as a result of the restrictions deemed necessary to keep us all safe. As the threat of COVID contamination begins to lift we are looking to resurrect planned community events, but the process remains painstaking given the COVID rules still in place. We can only say, please stay in touch as we announce new events post COVID.
TO THAT END, CHECK OUT SOUTHERN BAROSSA EVENTS (present, upcoming and past) BELOW, as we come out of COVID!
TO THAT END, CHECK OUT SOUTHERN BAROSSA EVENTS (present, upcoming and past) BELOW, as we come out of COVID!
SOUTHERN BAROSSA ANTIQUES SHOW A HUGE SUCCESS!
Hundreds of Southern Barossans and those from further afield turned out with their treasures and curios seeking appraisals and valuations in what was a highly successful inaugural Southern Barossa Antiques Show, held at Lyndoch’s Barossa Chateau on Saturday May 21, 2020.
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Fortunately the rain held off as those attending brought their wide range of valuables to be appraised.
Everything from tables and furniture to the smallest most exquisite pieces of jewellery - and everything in between - tested the knowledge and expertise of professional valuers who rose to the occasion, surprising many with their appraisals, and confirming the thoughts of others whose curios really only had sentimental value. |
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Spokesman for organisers the Lyndoch Community Committee and the Southern Barossa Alliance, Steve Balch, said the day exceeded expectations, thanks to the tireless efforts of Mandy and Mark Creed from Barossa Chateau, and the band of volunteers from the LCC and the SBA.
“More than 420 items were registered for valuation - and what an eclectic mix!” Mr Balch said.
“Everything from WW1 art done in a prison camp to glass objects made from Uranium ore was brought in for evaluation.
“One young Barossan was gob-smacked to learn that a passed-down dining room set of antique chairs and a table could bring more than $7500 at auction.
“But it was many of the heart-loved curios that brought many of the laughs amongst the audience of over 350.
“Two antique teddy bears were valued - but not for sale - as was a 1937 volume of Mickey Mouse’s thoughts - priceless!
“Overall it was a tremendous day: We found a number of people turned up to ‘suss out’ the event, and were disappointed they did not bring along objects for valuation.
“It has encouraged us to make this an annual event, and we look forward to an even better day next year,” Mr Balch said.
(check out our Gallery of images below!)
“More than 420 items were registered for valuation - and what an eclectic mix!” Mr Balch said.
“Everything from WW1 art done in a prison camp to glass objects made from Uranium ore was brought in for evaluation.
“One young Barossan was gob-smacked to learn that a passed-down dining room set of antique chairs and a table could bring more than $7500 at auction.
“But it was many of the heart-loved curios that brought many of the laughs amongst the audience of over 350.
“Two antique teddy bears were valued - but not for sale - as was a 1937 volume of Mickey Mouse’s thoughts - priceless!
“Overall it was a tremendous day: We found a number of people turned up to ‘suss out’ the event, and were disappointed they did not bring along objects for valuation.
“It has encouraged us to make this an annual event, and we look forward to an even better day next year,” Mr Balch said.
(check out our Gallery of images below!)
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ANZAC DAY IN THE SOUTHERN BAROSSA
Over 500 Southern Barossans turned out at dawn in Williamstown on Anzac Day 2021, in a fitting tribute to those who have defended, fought, fell, or contributed to our country's security and peace. This was one of the region's best attended - and best presented - Anzac Day commemorations. For those there, or for those who unable to attend, check the highlights of the Dawn Service in our video here. LEST WE FORGET. |
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Up in the air over the Barossa...!The bi-annual Barossa Air Show took hundreds of Barossans to new heights as vintage and aerobatic aircraft, helicopters, ultralights and gliders took
to the skies over the northern edge of the Southern Barossa region, near Rowland Flat on Sunday April 11. Organised by the Rotary Club of the Barossa Valley, it was a great day for all the aeronuts who attended! See highlights in our video at right (runs 3mins 35 secs) Enjoy! |
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Come and Try Barossa Nature Adventure Day 'worked a treat'....!
(read our story below - and check out our video of the event, also posted below!)
More than 200 Southern Barossans and from further afield gathered at the edge of the South Para Reservoir at Williamstown on Saturday March 22, 2021, to share a great Nature Adventure Day event organised by the Southern Barossa Alliance.
With funding obtained from the Barossa Local Drug Action Team and the Alcohol and Drug Foundation, the event was organised to foster community resilience in this time of the COVID crisis.
The fun event featured a 5 kilometre ‘run and walk’ circuit around the picturesque South Para Reservoir, food stalls and activities for kids - and for the adventurous, a free ‘kayak up the creek’ opportunity to experience the South Para up very close.
Chair of the Southern Barossa Alliance, Zoe Phillips, said the event worked a treat.
“The COVID-19 crisis and its associated restrictions and uncertainty has placed significant stress on the well-being of the Barossa community, and this was a great way of helping relieve that stress,” Zoe said.
“The Day promoted a fun way of getting up close with nature - and as they say: spending time in nature is good for you!”
Zoe said the event also helped Introduce locals to their ‘backyard’, including Reservoir Reserves, Forest Parks and Conservation Parks in and around the Southern Barossa.
Importantly, the event acted as a ‘pilot’ for further events planned by the SBA - including a Park Run and an annual Barossa multi-sport adventure race later in the year.
Barossa Mayor Bim Lange, who called in to observe the event first hand, congratulated the organisers and commented that ‘adventure events’ in parks and reservoirs around Williamstown added unique tourism opportunities to the region beyond its ‘wine and food’ attractions.
With funding obtained from the Barossa Local Drug Action Team and the Alcohol and Drug Foundation, the event was organised to foster community resilience in this time of the COVID crisis.
The fun event featured a 5 kilometre ‘run and walk’ circuit around the picturesque South Para Reservoir, food stalls and activities for kids - and for the adventurous, a free ‘kayak up the creek’ opportunity to experience the South Para up very close.
Chair of the Southern Barossa Alliance, Zoe Phillips, said the event worked a treat.
“The COVID-19 crisis and its associated restrictions and uncertainty has placed significant stress on the well-being of the Barossa community, and this was a great way of helping relieve that stress,” Zoe said.
“The Day promoted a fun way of getting up close with nature - and as they say: spending time in nature is good for you!”
Zoe said the event also helped Introduce locals to their ‘backyard’, including Reservoir Reserves, Forest Parks and Conservation Parks in and around the Southern Barossa.
Importantly, the event acted as a ‘pilot’ for further events planned by the SBA - including a Park Run and an annual Barossa multi-sport adventure race later in the year.
Barossa Mayor Bim Lange, who called in to observe the event first hand, congratulated the organisers and commented that ‘adventure events’ in parks and reservoirs around Williamstown added unique tourism opportunities to the region beyond its ‘wine and food’ attractions.
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BREAKING NEWS - February 2021
On Monday night, February 22, the Barossa came under threat from a grass fire which started in Pewsey Vale and raged toward Rowland Flat and Tanunda.
As our brave firefighters fought the fire throughout the night, the SBA and the Lyndoch community rallied to support them - particularly as they returned, hungry and tired, to the CFS Staging Post at the Lyndoch Oval at dawn and throughout the day on Tuesday.
For more, see our story on 'latest news' page, by clicking here.
As our brave firefighters fought the fire throughout the night, the SBA and the Lyndoch community rallied to support them - particularly as they returned, hungry and tired, to the CFS Staging Post at the Lyndoch Oval at dawn and throughout the day on Tuesday.
For more, see our story on 'latest news' page, by clicking here.
ABOUT US
In the Southern Barossa, residents, businesses and organisations form a vibrant community promoting cohesiveness, lifestyle, heritage, business opportunities, prosperity, events and promotion of the most significant gateway to Australia's premier wine and food region, the Barossa Valley.
The SOUTHERN BAROSSA ALLIANCE is a focal point for this activity - a lively and committed country community and business group whose purpose is to invigorate community pride by energising volunteers and promoting local businesses - all with the aim of enhancing the region's living, lifestyle, economic and environmental prosperity to increase tourism, encourage population growth and stimulate economic and infrastructure development.
Explore our website here to learn more about how the Southern Barossa is the historic centre of the Barossa Valley, and how modern day Southern Barossans continue to vigorously grow and proudly contribute to South Australia's premier wine and food region, the Barossa Valley.
The SOUTHERN BAROSSA ALLIANCE is a focal point for this activity - a lively and committed country community and business group whose purpose is to invigorate community pride by energising volunteers and promoting local businesses - all with the aim of enhancing the region's living, lifestyle, economic and environmental prosperity to increase tourism, encourage population growth and stimulate economic and infrastructure development.
Explore our website here to learn more about how the Southern Barossa is the historic centre of the Barossa Valley, and how modern day Southern Barossans continue to vigorously grow and proudly contribute to South Australia's premier wine and food region, the Barossa Valley.
The SBA is an incorporated organisation which fosters community cohesiveness, promotes regional activities, tourism and local businesses, represents the Southern Barossa at State and Local Government level, organises community events, communicates regional activities and initiatives using 'traditional' media and social media resources, and provides other regional volunteer groups with support, governance and administrative assistance (eg: assists in arranging community-event insurance covers, grant applications and finance support, etc). Essentially, the SBA brings together the whole gamut of support, representation, human resources and administrative assistance for various community and volunteer-led activities.
The SBA was created by a number of businesses, business groups and advocates and has an existing structure with a Constitution, an over-arching Committee, bank account, and network of expertise.
The SBA works with The Barossa Council, individuals (Councillors and locals) and organisations (eg: Barossa Tourism, SA Tourist Commission) to promote the region and lift its profile.
The SBA has successfully run community events (most notably the Barossa Stages of the Santos Tour Down Under), hosted international VIPs and increasingly is acknowledged as a 'go to' resource and a voice and advocate for local businesses and the community. The SBA acknowledges the help and financial support of the Barossa District Council in achieving its goals.
The SBA operates purely on a volunteer basis, where members can opt in or opt out of events, and participation.
The Southern Barossa region is hugely valued by all of us who live and work here.
Our unofficial motto is - we love the place we live!
If you have any questions, you are welcome to email or call ZOE PHILLIPS, Chair of SBA - info@southernbarossaalliance.com - or call 0409 825 885.
Below, you can download our Constitution
The SBA was created by a number of businesses, business groups and advocates and has an existing structure with a Constitution, an over-arching Committee, bank account, and network of expertise.
The SBA works with The Barossa Council, individuals (Councillors and locals) and organisations (eg: Barossa Tourism, SA Tourist Commission) to promote the region and lift its profile.
The SBA has successfully run community events (most notably the Barossa Stages of the Santos Tour Down Under), hosted international VIPs and increasingly is acknowledged as a 'go to' resource and a voice and advocate for local businesses and the community. The SBA acknowledges the help and financial support of the Barossa District Council in achieving its goals.
The SBA operates purely on a volunteer basis, where members can opt in or opt out of events, and participation.
The Southern Barossa region is hugely valued by all of us who live and work here.
Our unofficial motto is - we love the place we live!
If you have any questions, you are welcome to email or call ZOE PHILLIPS, Chair of SBA - info@southernbarossaalliance.com - or call 0409 825 885.
Below, you can download our Constitution
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