PRESIDENT’S REPORT TO THE AGM Here are the highlights of our year. Kaffee und Kuchen – Our monthly gatherings were well attended, with two luncheons and a varied programme of guest speakers. Thanks to Peter for organizing our guest speakers for the year. History Day in May – Held at Langmeil Church, with lunch catered… Continue reading 2026 BGLA AGM Presidents Report
As part of Adelaide German Week, we are delighted to present the 2026 Barossa Konzert – a light-hearted musical concert featuring The Barossa Trio and KaDenCe Choir. Enjoy beautiful performances followed by an opportunity to connect with the community over Barossa wine and cheese. 🗓 Sunday 20 September 2026🕑 2:00 PM start📍 Nuriootpa Soldiers Memorial… Continue reading Barossa Konzert 2026
The Barossa Lantern Walk, or Laternenlauf, has become a much-loved winter tradition for families from all backgrounds. Whether you have German heritage or are simply looking for a family-friendly evening, everyone is welcome. Enjoy lantern-making workshops, delicious German food, and as dusk falls, join us for a lantern walk around the Nuriootpa Oval, singing traditional… Continue reading Barossa Lantern Walk 2026
Moving On: Mapping German Settlement Trails History Month Seminar Day: Saturday, 2nd May 2026. 9.30 am – 4 pm Registration forms available via Chris Leske: 0428 337 132 or email ejleske@internode.on.net As German ships brought more migrants each year and new generations of pioneer families from the Hills and Barossa sought land or work options,… Continue reading History Month Seminar Day 2026
The Barossa German Language Assoc. Invite you to our PICNIC IN THE PARK When: Sunday 17th May from 12.30pm Where: Coulthard Park, Nuriootpa (Vehicles enter from Walking track entrance, follow BGLA signs to picnic area near shelter shed) Bring: BYO function: Food, drinks, chairs/rug Supplied: Games for the children This is a fun event for… Continue reading BGLA Picnic in Park
Adelaide German Film Festival is BACK! 2026 HSBC German Film Festival returns to Adelaide from 6 May to 27 May. Taking place at Palace Nova Eastend Cinemas and Palace Nova Prospect Cinemas, the festival features a dynamic line-up of contemporary German cinema, direct from major festivals in Europe. Program: Browse an incredible lineup of films With a diverse program spanning genres, cultures, and… Continue reading German Film Festival
BAROSSA GERMAN LANGUAGE ASSOC. INC. – ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING29 th September 2025PRESIDENT’S REPORT AGM Media update 2025.pdf PRESIDENT’S ANNUAL REPORT The BGLA Committee have brought together a variety of different events and programmes, including: EVENTS COMMUNICATION & PUBLICITY FUNRAISING & GRANTS We did not apply for any grants this past year. We acquitted the Equipment… Continue reading AGM Notes 2025
Barossa Konzert is coming to Nuriootpa on Sunday 28 September, bringing together the Barossa Trio (cello, piano & flute) and the Tanunda Liedertafel 1850 – Male Voice Choir for an afternoon celebrating classical music and German heritage in the heart of the Barossa. Part of Adelaide German Week (21–28 September 2025), this special performance promises a rich program of music and culture. Barossa… Continue reading Barossa Konzert 2025
The past is not forgottenby John Clarke May is History Month, and the Barossa German Language Association, together with theGerman Heritage Group and Friends of the Lutheran Archives, presented the annualseminar day at the Langmeil Centre, this year entitled Finders, Keepers, Storytellers:Exploring SA German Histories. The past is in our memories. It’s in the landscape.… Continue reading Recap: History Seminar Day May 2025