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Welcome
MAIN CONTENTS OF HAHNWIKISome of the contents contained within The Hahnwiki are listed below. Comments and NoticesThe posting of any Comments and Notices concerning either Hahndorf or The Hahnwiki is encouraged. Getting Started
The Town of Hahndorf
Organisations
People and Places
Sporting and Other Clubs
Artist and Craft Groups
Churches and Religious Organisations
Schools
Other SitesEMERGENCY PHONE NUMBERS
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HAHNDORF is a small historic town of Germanic origin located in the Adelaide Hills Region of South Australia, Australia.
This project ('The Hahnwiki') is a combined interconnected community effort documenting, exploring and discussing anything and everything concerning the town. It is also a resource for organisations, clubs, individuals, and others within the overall community, plus a central resource with links to most external non-commercial sites with some relevance to the town.
The Introduction sets out the scope, objectives and restrictions associated with 'The Hahnwiki'.
Please enjoy browsing this site by following appropriate links (hi-lighted in blue) and/or adding information where appropriate.
Some Pages of Possible Interest
The following represent some pages of possible interest - check them out and add to or correct the information as necessary.
The Town of Hahndorf and the associated sub-pages contain extensive details of the history and heritage of Hahndorf.
The Peramangk Aboriginal People - information re the original inhabitants.
The Hahndorf Allotments Database, prepared by Reg Butler, is now available for residents and visitors alike to consult. It is located in the Intertnet Cafe section of the Stables Restaurant at 74 Main Street, Hahndorf. The database represents a history of land ownership for every allotment in Hahndorf from 1839 to modern times.
Featured Event/s
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ST NICHOLAS COMES TO HAHNDORF - Friday 5th December 2008 at 6.00pm
The St Nicholas Parade will begin at St Paul’s Lutheran Church Hall, where children of the community are invited to join in craft activities, including colouring, decorating the St Nicholas boot, and preparing a Christmas wish!
This is one of the traditions of St Nicholas, where children received a gift in a boot from St Nicholas. A large boot will again be part of the Parade.
All are invited to come and join in with the fun on Friday 5th December at 6.00pm at St Paul’s Church hall, and to see the procession leave St Paul’s at 7.00pm.
The Parade will be led by the Hahndorf Town Band and will conclude at the Academy where everyone can join in with the community carol singing.
The children will receive a gingerbread man, and the adults can enjoy tea, coffee and scones, with entertainment from the Hahndorf Town Band.
COME AND JOIN IN THE CELEBRATION!
For further information contact:
John Wittwer 08 83881931 , Verity Hall 08 83887487 or Greg Francis 0429929918
Tourist Related Facilities and Attractions
Please visit the Hahndorf Business & Tourism (HB&T) external website for details of all tourist related facilities, attractions and events in the Main Street of Hahndorf.
Other information includes:
- How to get to Hahndorf and where to park
- Where to stay in Hahndorf
- Service Businesses (e.g. Florist, Chemist, Nursery, Auto Electrician etc.)
- Trade Businesses (displayed by trading group such cafés, specialty retail, handcraft etc.)
Also possibly of interest is a Directory of Shops, Galleries, Facilities & Businesses located in Hahndorf.
Invitations to Residents:
North Ward Councillors
Need some advice from your local Councillor?
Then call Lindsay Campbell on 0421 567545
Hahndorf Seniors Club
This is for the more senior members of our community - no grumpy oldies here!
There is too much spark around these club members to be put in that category!
So if you need some company, why not come and join us?
Why not come along and test your skills at indoor bowls, play cards or Bingo. It all increases your brain power.
We hold a BBQ lunch and a shared lunch each 4 times a year.
Enjoy low cost organized outings with new and exciting places to visit.
The Hahndorf Seniors meet at the Hahndorf Bowling Club fortnightly on Tuesday at 11.00am.
Further information may be obtained from Yvonne Lewis. Phone: 8388 1396
Hahndorf Lions Club
Why don't you come and join us?
Our priority objectives this year are to
- increase club membership
- continue to serve the local community
- enjoy Lions involvement
- strengthen fellowship with more social events
Vice President's Meetings - 1st Tuesday of each month at 7.30pm Hahndorf Bowling Club.
Dinner meetings - 3rd Tuesday of each month at 6.30pm (usually at The Old Mill)
Further information contact Past District Governor, Bob Dewell, phone: 8388 7018
Hahndorf Lawn Bowling Club
Clubhouse and excellent facilities located at Church Street, Hahndorf.
The Hahndorf Bowling Club extends a cordial invitation to any interested person (men, ladies and juniors) who wishes to join in and participate in this fascinating game.
The club enters teams in both the Metropolitan and also the Hills pennant competitions.
If you are interested in details for the 2007/2008 season which commences early October 2007, please contact one of the following:
- Vic Liebelt (8398 0356), Roger Mableson (8388 8187), or Viv O'Gallagher (8391 5741)
Community Fitness Classes
At the Hahndorf Institute (next to Post Office) - Fridays 9.15am to 10.15am.
Non competitive, fun classes designed to improve flexibility, muscle tone and cardiovascular fitness.
For people of all abilities and fitness levels.
For further details, please phone: 8393 1833
Country Fire Service - Hahndorf
If you are interested in joining Hahndorf CFS, please contact us or come and visit one night at training.
- Brigade Training Times: Monday Nights 7:30pm till 9:30pm
- Station Number (while manned): 8388 7771
- Fax Number: 8388 7030
Email: hahndorf@heysengroup.org.au
Hahndorf Community Volunteers:
The town of Hahndorf relies heavily on the input of numerous hard working volunteers who give willingly of their time and expertise for the benefit of the community. If you wish to become involved please do not hesitate to contact one of the many groups, organisations, and clubs who will welcome whatever input, however small, that you can provide.
'Trees Please' Adelaide Hills Regional Award 2006 Winner
Congratulations to Trevor Curnow and the 'Trees Please' volunteers who were awarded the 'SA Great Award for Science and Environment' for 2006. This award was presented to them for their efforts in planting and preserving native trees in the memory of Sir Hans Heysen.
Over the years the 'Trees Please' volunteers have planted over 3000 native tree and shrubs at 'The Cedars' and provided thousands of seedlings at no cost to local landowners.
If you are interested in this program, please contact Trevor Curnow on (08) 8388 1011 who will provide further information.
Recent and Coming Events:
Add any any other events below that are taking place in Hahndorf in this or the following months.
Hahndorf Craft and Produce Market
This 'Hills Friendly Market' is located at St Michael's Church on Balhannah Road and is held on the fourth Saturday in each month with the exception of December when it reverts to the third Saturday. The market has been running for some five years and is organised by a small group of very dedicated people.
Stalls are both indoors and outdoors with stall holders coming from far and wide. Produce and goods sold include fresh Coorong mullet (in season), local honey, fruit and vegetables, new and used tools, a huge variety of books and videos, locally made jams, wood turning, home made baby clothes, chocolates, greeting cards and similar items.
Added to the above is the sumptuous morning teas of fresh baked scones with jam/cream and tea/coffee. Barbecued sausages are also available.
Tourist buses are always welcome to use the Market as a point of call on their Saturday tours.
For any enquires, please contact Russ on (08) 8388 7386.
Hahndorf Academy
All Exhibitions and Events taking place at the Hahndorf Academy are displayed on The Academy Home Page.
