Events Calendar 2026

 Monday 12 October  - BOTH SESSIONS FULLY BOOKED

Visit to the Hahndorf Archives

Sorry, no further bookings can be accepted

E26-08 (a) Morning Session 10.30am - 12 noon

E26-08 (b) Afternoon Session 1.30pm - 3pm

Step inside the original Fachwerk barn built for the pioneer Lubasch family who arrived on the Zebra in 1838 and experience their story through an audio-visual presentation. Discover Lubasch’s service under Napoleon, his role at Waterloo, his daughters lives as Hahndorf shearers, and his death in 1856.  We will tour the restored building, which is now the repository for the archival collection of  historians Reg Butler OAM & Allan Wittwer.

Attendees from both the morning and afternoon groups are welcome to join us for lunch (at own cost) between the two sessions (from midday to around 1.15 pm) at the Beerenberg Farm Café which is located within the Beerenberg family farm. Parking is available in the Beerenberg Farm carpark - the Archives are a short walk from the Café.

Numbers are very limited, so early bookings are advised.

The afternoon session is booked out and we have now added a morning session - please see details above.

Cost: Members $5, Guests $10   Bookings Essential

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Wednesday 28 October 10.30am – 12.30pm

SM-08 SameShips - German Ships:

'Pauline' & 'Catherina'

Pioneers SA, Leigh Street, Adelaide

Cost:  $5 per person.

Bookings & payment in advance appreciated

Saturday 31 October - Monday 2 November

 E26-09        Tour of the Clare Valley & Burra

We’re planning a weekend trip to the Clare Valley & Burra to explore a range of historic and pioneering sites.

David Forsaith is co-ordinating this Pioneers SA visit and would appreciate expressions of interest as early as possible to assist with planning. 

We will travel in our own vehicles for flexibility, but please let David know if you need a lift or are able to offer a lift to another member. We will be staying in Clare on both nights, and accommodation will be left to your personal preference.

To register your interest, please email David at david.forsaith@gmail.com with your contact details.

David will regularly update those members by email as plans develop. 

Wednesday 25 November 10.30am – 12.30pm

SM-09 SameShips

Personal Research Assistance - 

Come along and let us assist you with your research.

Pioneers SA, Leigh Street, Adelaide

Cost:  $5 per person.

Bookings & payment in advance appreciated

Wednesday 2 December            12 noon - 2pm

E26-10          1846 Retrospective

Walkerville Uniting Church

17 Smith Street, Walkerville

Join us for a series of 5-minute presentations by Pioneers SA members on an event, person or story connected with South Australia in 1846.  

BYO lunch.  Tea & coffee provided.

Cost:  Members $5, Guests $10 

Monday 28 December                      12 noon - 4pm

E26-11          Proclamation Day Lunch

Guest Speaker:  Bernard O'Neil "Johann Menge"

Marion Hotel & Cellars

849 Marion Road, Mitchell Park 

(Function room entry is from car park off Lutana Crescent)

Cost:  Members $75, Guests $85 

Bookings Essential & Close Monday 14 December

Please advise your meal selection (see below) at the time of booking.

Main Course (Select One):

Herb Crusted Tasmanian Salmon with

braised fennel, baby bok choy, jasmine rice & bonita beurre blanc                                           (Gluten Free)

OR

Harissa Roasted Lamb Rump with

cauliflower puree, fondant shallots, honey roasted heirloom carrots & rosemary jus             (Gluten Free)

Dessert (Select One):

Chocolate Lava Cake with raspberry gel, vanilla creme fraiche, freeze dried raspberries              (Vegetarian)

OR

Pavlova with lemon curd, strawberries, passionfruit, vanilla bean mascarpone, rose & lime syrup 

(Vegetarian & Gluten Free)

Tea & Coffee station provided.  Drinks at own expense.

Please advise any food allergies or special requirements when booking. A Vegan Main Course is available on request.