The Board of the Botanic Gardens and State Herbarium recognise South Australia's Aboriginal people as the traditional owners of the State's lands, water, plants and animals - commonly known as Country.

We observe that Country is central to the social, cultural and spiritual lives of Aboriginal people.

We will build respectful and honest relationships through our work and develop a better awareness of Aboriginal history, knowledge and culture.

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Adelaide Botanic Garden
Pin North Terrace, Adelaide SA 5000

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6 April - 5 October 2024

7.15am - 5.30pm (Mon - Fri)

9am - 5.30pm (Weekends and public holidays)

 

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6 October 2024 - 5 April 2025

7.15am - 6.30pm (Mon - Fri)

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Mount Lofty Botanic Garden
Pin 16 Lampert Rd, Crafers SA 5152

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8:30am - 4pm (Mon - Fri)
8:30am - 7pm (Weekends and public holidays)
 

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8:30am - 4pm (Mon - Fri)
8:30am - 5pm (Weekends and public holidays)
 

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8:30am - 4pm (Every day)
 

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8:30am - 4pm (Mon - Fri)
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Wittunga Botanic Garden
Pin Shepherds Hill Rd, Blackwood SA 5051

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8:30am - 7pm (Every day)
 

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