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Plant a tree and we’ll help cover the cost
22/04/2025
It’s well-known fact that trees play an important role in our communities, delivering a range of social, environmental and economic advantages. Trees give us oxygen, store carbon and stabilise soil and are vital habitat for wildlife. They are a precious resource that cool and shade our homes and buildings, which...
Home Delivery Library Service — Bringing the library to you
16/04/2025
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! Perhaps you’re recovering from surgery, living with a disability, experiencing a short-term illness or facing mobility challenges that prevent you from accessing your...
A positive step towards improved road safety in our City
16/04/2025
The City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters is committed to improving road safety, promoting sustainable transport and improving community well-being We also recognise that traffic speed directly impacts the liveability and safety of our streets. In an effort to address this, the Council began investigations into lowering the speed...
Payneham Memorial Swimming Centre taking shape
16/04/2025
March 2025 marked one year since the former Payneham Memorial Swimming Centre was demolished to make way for a modern state-of-the-art aquatic leisure centre. Now at the halfway mark of the construction phase, much has been achieved and the three new swimming pools are taking shape — and water! In...
Greater Adelaide Freight Bypass
13/03/2025
Adelaide is unique among Australian capital cities in that the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator’s heavy vehicle network, the primary arterial route, moves through residential neighbourhoods and directly past schools, preschools, homes, aged care facilities and churches, exposing vulnerable community members as well as motorists, cyclists and pedestrians to unnecessary risk....
St Peters Fair cancelled due to extreme heat
13/03/2025
Due to the 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. St Peters Fair is a much-loved feature on the Council’s annual events calendar so we recognise this will be disappointing, but safety...
The new face of Food Secrets
19/02/2025
As a passionate foodie, Jane Reilly OAM is a beloved local media personality and culinary enthusiast, known for her engaging personality and commitment to promoting South Australia. With more than a decade of experience in television and multiple awards to her name, Jane is a household name and a trusted...
Playground upgrades coming to Broad Street Reserve, Marden
17/02/2025
We are upgrading the playground equipment at Broad Street Reserve, Marden, to create a more accessible and engaging space for the community. The new features will include: multi-age play unit swing with a sling seat seesaw rocker and spinner. These additions are designed to provide a range of play options,...
Cr Sue Whitington steps down from Eastern Health Authority Board after 25 years
06/02/2025
After almost 25 years of continuous service on the Eastern Health Authority (EHA) Board, Cr Sue Whitington elected not to renominate for her position as one of two Elected Members representing the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters. At its meeting on Monday 3 February, Mayor Robert Bria offered...
Introducing Userway accessibility tool on the Council's website
06/02/2025
At the Council, we are committed to providing an accessible and inclusive online experience. To support this, we have added the Userway Accessibility Tool to the Council’s website, designed to improve its usability for all users. Key features of the Userway Accessibility Tool: font size adjustment – change the text...
Meet a Volunteer
29/01/2025
Amoriette Pérez moved from Chile to Adelaide in January 2023 with her husband and son. A qualified psychologist with a Master's in Educational Psychology, she quickly embraced the change and settled in the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters. Amoriette now volunteers as an Aged Care Volunteer Visitor at...
Temporary Road Closures: Thursday 23 January
16/01/2025
The Santos Tour Down Under is coming back to The Parade, Norwood this January and heading to Uraidla! NOTICE UNDER SECTION 33 ROAD TRAFFIC ACT 1961 I, Christopher Drew Holland, Senior Sergeant First Class of Police, for and on behalf of the Commissioner of Police exercise the authority delegated by...
The Parade Masterplan: Detailed design phase underway
14/01/2025
Endorsed by the Council in 2019, The Parade Masterplan sets the future design framework for enhancing one of South Australia’s premier mainstreets, The Parade, while retaining its unique character and position as a key cultural, economic, and civic destination for the community and visitors to the City of Norwood Payneham...
Have your say on Council's draft Representation Report
06/01/2025
Provide your comments by 5.00pm, Friday 15 November 2024. The Council is currently seeking comments on the draft Representation Report. The draft Representation Report has been prepared as part of the Representation Review that the Council has undertaken in accordance with Section 12 of the Local Government Act 1999. The...
Enriching the local arts scene
on 09/12/2024
Working in local government may not seem like the natural path for someone with an artistic background, but for Emma Comley, the role of Arts Officer for the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters has been a perfect fit. With experience as a photographer, graphic designer, gallery assistant, art...
Expressions of Interest – Independent Audit & Risk Committee Members
06/12/2024
The Council’s Audit & Risk Committee operates in accordance with Section 126 of the Local Government Act 1999. The Council is seeking Expressions of Interest for the appointment of 3 Independent Members to the Audit & Risk Committee, one of whom will also be appointed as the Chair of the...
Mayor's Christmas Message
04/12/2024
Where has the year gone? It seems like only yesterday the new Council was elected but here we are already halfway through the four-year term. This time last year, many major capital projects were still in progress, but now, they are either completed or well underway. New projects, like the...
Twilight Carols: Saturday 7 December
03/12/2024
Join us for an unforgettable evening at Twilight Carols in Linde Reserve, an open-air concert under the stars that brings the community together to celebrate the Christmas season. Hosted by Stacey Lee, this free, family-friendly event features performances from Cool for Kids, Tricky Joe’s Magic Show, the Australian Girls' Choir,...
Stars shine bright on The Parade
on 03/12/2024
This Christmas, Norwood Memorial Gardens is aglow with giant gold stars, creating a stunning backdrop to gather, enjoy, and capture the festive spirit. Located in front of Norwood Oval on The Parade, the display will shine bright until 3 January 2025. Don’t forget to take your Christmas photos and share...
Take an 'Elfie' for your chance to win!
on 03/12/2024
Our Christmas elves Nelly, Norman, Peter, and Poppy are back to spread cheer across our City this Christmas! You’ll find these mischievous elves popping up at our libraries, Norwood Swimming Centre, and other festive events across the City. If you spot one of our little elf friends, snap a picture...
Mayor’s Christmas Card Competition Winners
on 02/12/2024
Children from local schools and preschools have shared their festive spirit through art in the 2024 Mayor’s Christmas Card Competition. This year marks the 15th anniversary of the competition, inviting children from preschool to Year 6, who live or attend school in the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters,...
Payneham Memorial Swimming Centre: Redevelopment update
20/11/2024
The redevelopment of the Payneham Memorial Swimming Centre into a modern aquatic leisure centre is well underway. The project is expected to take approximately two years and is on track for completion in early 2026. So far, the following works have been completed: demolition of the former buildings, pools and...
Re-dedication of St Peters Heroes Memorial
on 19/11/2024
The St Peters Heroes Memorial, located on St Peters Street, is part of the ANZAC Avenue of Honour, dedicated by the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters in 2014. The memorial commemorates local men who served in the world wars. In 2019, the St Peters Residents Association secured a...
Inter-war Housing Heritage Code Amendment - Have your say!
24/10/2024
The Council is proposing an amendment to the Planning & Design Code, which is the State-wide source of planning policy, to introduce heritage and historic area protections to selected properties. The affected area consists of several properties in Heathpool, as well as individual sites in College Park, Hackney, Marden, Marryatville,...
Did you know... plastic lid recycling fact!
21/10/2024
Lids of plastic bottles can stay on! Please ensure all liquids are emptied from your plastic bottles, flatten them (to allow more room in your recycling bin) then simply put the lid back on. The lids are removed and recycled at the recycling facility. For more recycling tips follow East...