Sometimes the easiest way to get better work-life balance is to commit yourself (and your family, friends or partners) to attending stand out events you know you’ll want to go to even if you’re tired.

I found a couple of great free or chap events and offers in Adelaide in late May and June, so you have enough time to plan to get there, and they all offer different enjoyment or personal growth benefits.

So in the interests of working and living well, pick an event! Let us know how it is once you’ve gone in the comment section.

Wildlife Photographer of the Year: 5th May – 20th June
International photos of nature and wildlife from over 43,000 entires in 16 categories. So it’s not exactly free, it’s $5 for adults, $2 for children but it’s a great way to enjoy the beauty of nature in an air conditioned environment!

Explore Port Adelaide on a free hire bike
Port Bikes is a free bike hire scheme, so grab a friend or two, pack a picnic and ride around and explore the port Adelaide Coastal area.

Art Gallery of South Australia free tours
Free entry into one of Australia’s finest collections, with a free tour to help you fill in gaps in your art knowledge. The Contemporary Art Centre of South Australia is also free entry

Women’s Community Centre
Offers an incredible range of free or cheap activities, from community lunches to book clubs to bushwalking or cycling groups to make up classes to yoga. This is a great opportunity to meet other women, and learn new skills/hobbies.

Careers and Employment Expo: 25th - 26th June
Free entry to explore other options for yourself, or perhaps bond with a teen or uni aged child.