From the threads that bind family stories to the lines that link past to present, the 2026 History Festival explores connection in all its forms. This year, we are shining a light on the South Australians who live these connections every day.
We introduce you to some of the people who embody these connections. Meet Sobia and Irfan, who have spent two decades building community through healthcare and cultural celebration; Esther and Matt Johnson, life and business partners preserving the 150-year legacy of Ditters Nuts; Hon. Ian Hunter MLC, who rebuilt connection after it was broken, creating a chosen family and championing LGBTQIA+ rights; and the Hugh Hamilton wine family, three generations with deep roots connected to South Australia.
Photographer: Henry Trumble
Creative Direction: Super Studio