‘I simply followed my dream – it almost felt like a compulsion’

From a tough childhood to fleeing communist Hungary as a refugee, Ida Maglai’s courageous path in life is reflected in her artistic jewellery.

‘If you don’t try, you don’t know what you’re missing out on’

As he prepares for another round in the MasterChef kitchen, Sashi Cheliah talks family, cooking and culture.

‘Easter Sunday symbolises the fulfilment of our faith as Christians’

Sr Shiji Soosadima, 35, joined the convent at just 15 years old. Her religious path has brought her from a village in India to a school in Mount Barker.

‘I was not going to give up without a fight’

Jurgen Ollwitz has survived five battles with cancer, experiencing first-hand the advances in treatment over more than 30 years.

Young ambition: School-age start-ups

Age is no barrier to business acumen, or turning a profit. As these entrepreneurial young people demonstrate, the future is in good hands.

Modern life in the Flinders Ranges

After a busy day in the kitchen of the Flinders Food Co, feeding and caffeinating roaming travellers, Doogal Hannagan shuts the doors of his Hawker cafe and takes fiancée Louise for a drive down to Wonoka Creek.

‘Our aim is to create a legacy for generations to come’

A country lad at heart, Stefan Ahrens chats about growing up outside of Gawler, building a business empire and his plans for luxury accommodation in the Barossa.

From Poland with love: The ties of tradition

It’s all about creating community at Lusia Guthrie’s home when she and her fellow Polish friends gather for a feast.

‘I have struggled with my identity as Deanna Wallis’

Deanna Wallis opens up about the pressures and privileges of being part of such a well-known family, as well as her own health battles this Endo Awareness Month.

Simple pleasures: Lunch at David Swain’s house

When renowned Adelaide chef David Swain and his partner Sarah Munn entertain in their seaside home, it’s all about taking time out to connect with family and friends through a shared love of food.

‘It’s incredible to ride that wave of exposure’

From backup dancing at the Mars Bar to So You Think You Can Dance, performer Rhys Bobridge has been forging his own career path.

‘I pinch myself at the opportunity that I’ve been given’

Sand castles: Black Point’s famous shacks

The walls of the old corrugated iron shacks at Black Point are soaked with the memories of summers past. But these rustic beach houses are gradually being demolished, marking the end of an era for many families who’ve been coming to this picture-perfect bay for generations.

‘We are facing some of the biggest challenges in living memory’

As Jo Dyer comes to the end of her tenure as director of Adelaide Writers' Week, she talks to us about her life, her career and her decision to run for South Australia's most marginal federal seat.

Mental health advocate John Mannion: Mind your head

As one of South Australia’s leading mental health advocates, John Mannion tells us about his work and how family and home life help him balance his own wellbeing.

‘Being alone in the desert as a teenager is a pretty unique experience’

From a free-range outback childhood to an exchange trip to Cape Town, Beatrice Jeavons has brought her focus to the environmental impact of the arts at the Adelaide Festival.

‘I’m inspired to meet anything head on’

Having founded a cancer care centre in Darwin, Dr Michael Penniment AM has now set his sights on opening Australia's first state-of-the-art proton therapy centre here in Adelaide.

Riverboat resurrection

With absolutely no prior shipbuilding experience, boatie Arthur Hodgson stopped at nothing to reinvigorate a 116-year-old riverboat and realise his dream of a romantic life on the river.

‘Connection sculpts how we think, feel and live’

Adelaide cognitive scientist Dr Fiona Kerr says we are all “electrochemical bags” beautifully designed to connect. Her immersive experience, Hippocampus, opens soon at Adelaide Fringe.

‘Listening leads to better communication, better compassion and more comprehension’

ABC Radio Adelaide’s Drive presenter Jules Schiller chats about his broadcasting career, what it was like growing up with a spy for a father and exactly what is so funny about guinea pigs.

‘There is still so much untapped potential in SA’

He found fame through football but Bruce Djité is using his status and savvy skillset to lead and inspire others in the community.

Three minutes with acrobat Jascha Boyce

Acrobat Jascha Boyce, a co-founder and director of South Australian contemporary circus company Gravity & Other Myths, is performing in the Adelaide Festival’s free outdoor opening night spectacular Macro, which is set to wow audiences in March.

Oh, what a night! Adelaide’s legendary parties

Some of Adelaide’s most prolific party-goers reminisce about the nights they’ll never forget – and the ones they wish they could. From camels, to cream pies, to Kylie, these shows went down in history.

‘Fundamentally there is a restlessness in me’

He’s chaired the Fringe, started a record label and is a legend of Adelaide’s advertising industry. David Minear chats about the paths he’s taken in life and what continues to drive him.

‘I love what I do. It’s as simple as that.’

Chris Dittmar, aka Ditts, grew up hard in Alberton, played squash for Australia, then carved out a successful media career. He says his goal these days is to be a better person.

Pushing the border

Bordertown’s Walkway Gallery is a beacon of artistic expression in an agricultural landscape, thanks to director Naomi Fallon.

Waiting in the wings

South Australia revels in a rich and diverse performing arts scene. But what happens in those quiet moments before the performers step onto the stage?

‘I’ve been very lucky to be able to survive without having to get a real job’

Francis Greenslade, the man of many characters on Mad as Hell, talks university footlights, family life and a desire to play the serious guy.

Gill Hicks: Alive and kicking

London bombing survivor Gill Hicks is reclaiming her life as a talented artist and performer in a powerful act of healing and harmony.

‘I am constantly inspired by what some of these young people go through’

Ryan Lloyd and Jamie Moore combined their passions for BMX and helping kids in need, starting Lighthouse Youth Projects and encouraging better prospects for the state's youth.