Arts & Culture

Cr Sue Whitington resigns after more than 25 years of service

On behalf of the Elected Members and staff, Mayor Bria congratulates Cr Whitington on 25 years of service to our community.

Exploring NPSP's best kept secrets with the Governor of SA

Visiting local food and beverage manufacturers and some of the Council's most prolific and impactful projects that deliver real benefits for the community.

City Norwood Payneham & St Peters wins gold at the Australasian Reporting Awards

A comprehensive record of the Council’s activities, achievements, challenges and financial performance and sustainability, intertwined with narrative of local impact, people and community that underline the City’s unique and strong sense of place.

Look East Digital turns one: More than 150 stories from across the City

This month marks one year since the launch of Look East Digital—with more than 150 articles, it’s a milestone worth celebrating!

City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters: Australia’s lowest business failure risk and record $2 billion consumer spend

The local economy records a landmark $2 billion in annual consumer spending while maintaining its status as Australia’s lowest-risk area for business failure for the 10th consecutive month.

Council Libraries set to inspire again with Firstival 2025

This year's Program of events not only cater to a wide variety of interests but also reflect the evolving role of libraries in our communities.

Lead the Way: Positive pet ownership in our City

Being a responsible pet owner not only ensures the comfort, happiness and wellbeing of your pet, but also contributes to a safer, healthier and more enjoyable environment for everyone.

NAIDOC Week 2025 at The Gallery: Strength, vision and legacy

This year marks a significant milestone—50 years of NAIDOC Week celebrations—headlined with the powerful theme, The Next Generation: Strength, Vision & Legacy.

Dunstan Adventure Playground wins at the AILA Landscape Architecture Awards

Dunstan Adventure Playground was awarded the Landscape Architecture Award for Play Spaces at the AILA 2025 Landscape Architecture Awards.

Winter Warmers: Embrace the season with digital delights from our Libraries

As the winter chill settles over Adelaide, there's nothing more comforting than snuggling up with a captivating story. But in today's digital age, you don't need to brave the cold to access a world of literature and learning.

Treasured Betty celebrates 100 years

Council Volunteer Samela regularly visits Betty at Estia and recently joined the special celebrations to mark Betty’s remarkable 100th birthday milestone.

Pay Your Rates with Payble

Managing your rate payments is now easier with Payble, a flexible and convenient online payment option.

Celebrating Creativity: Introducing ‘Sweat’ Issue 13 by the Kensington & Norwood Writers’ Group

As South Australia’s oldest writers’ collective, they have nurtured countless voices, championed creative exploration and provided a supportive space for writers of all levels.

Shaping Our City’s future: Have your say on the draft Annual Business Plan 2025–2026

This plan outlines the key projects, services, and programs that will shape the future of our community, focusing on infrastructure renewal, community wellbeing, sustainability and economic growth.

Tree Incentive Program: Residents snap up vouchers to help plant a tree

Residents are helping to cool and green the City by snapping up more than 100 vouchers in just one week to help fund the planting of an established tree on their property.

Celebrating the dedication of Our Elected Members

Elected Members play a vital role in shaping our community. They provide leadership, guide policy decisions and act as a crucial link between the community and Council.

Epicures of the East: Ten recipes to elevate your dinner table

South Australian icon Jane Reilly has teamed up with leading chef Eddie Noble to bring you ten mouth-watering, easy-to-follow-recipes featuring locally sourced ingredients from the likes of Avanti Pasticceria, L’Abruzzesse Pasta and Rio Vista Olives.

Off the Shelf: Warm up with new winter reads

Whether you’re a seasoned reader or just exploring the world of books, this newsletter is your go-to source for everything library and literary!

Plant a tree and we’ll help cover the cost

It’s well-known fact that trees play an important role in our communities, delivering a range of social, environmental and economic advantages.

Home Delivery Library Service: Bringing the library to you

We know it isn’t always possible to pick up your favourite books or next reads from the Library so that’s why we bring the Library to you!

A positive step towards improved road safety in our City

Lowering the speed limit from 50 km/h to 40 km/h will make our streets safer for pedestrians and cyclists while keeping travel times for motorists largely unchanged.

Greater Adelaide Freight Bypass

The Council supports a renewed focus on the creation of the Greater Adelaide Freight Bypass, to reduce the volume of heavy vehicles on Portrush and Glen Osmond Roads.

St Peters Fair cancelled due to extreme heat

Due to extreme heat forecast for Saturday 15 March, and in the interests of patron, staff and supplier safety, the annual St Peters Fair has been cancelled.

Playground upgrades coming to Broad Street Reserve, Marden

We are upgrading the playground equipment at Broad Street Reserve, Marden, to create a more accessible and engaging space for the community.