WIN A DOUBLE PASS TO JOHN MARTIN’S DOCUMENTARY PREVIEW AND Q&A

Date: Friday, 1 May 2026
Time: 7pm – 8.30pm (doors open at 6.45pm)
Venue: Marion Cultural Centre, 287 Diagonal Road, Oaklands Park
Ticket prices: $15 (ages 15+)
Running time: 20-minute preview followed by Q&A panel
Bookings: Visit eventbrite to buy tickets

Step back into the golden age of South Australian retail with a special 20‑minute preview of John Martin’s: The Big Store, an upcoming documentary by ABCX Productions.

Hosted by Leigh McClusky, this South Australia History Festival event offers a first look at the film celebrating the legacy of one of Adelaide’s most beloved department stores. Following the screening, audiences are invited to a live Q&A with the ABCX team - Greg Ashman, Andrew Burch and Kristy Copley - alongside John Martin’s author Paul Flavel, whose work inspired the documentary.

The evening promises rich storytelling, behind‑the‑scenes insights, and warm nostalgia for a bygone era of shopping and community. A must‑attend event for anyone who cherishes South Australia’s cultural history.

Thanks to Seniors Card, five (5) lucky Seniors Card members will have the chance to win a double pass to the documentary preview and Q&A, valued at $30 for Friday, 1 May from 7pm – 8.30pm.

For a chance to win this great prize, please email seniorscardcomps@sa.gov.au with the correct answer to the question below in the subject line and your details including your Seniors Card number in the body of the email.

Question: Who is the author whose work inspired the documentary, John Martin’s: The Big Store?

Entries close 10am Monday 27 April 2026. Winners will be drawn randomly and contacted via email.

View the terms and conditions before entering this competition.

Please only enter this competition if you can attend on Friday, 1 May at 7pm.