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Supplementary election results: Rita Excell elected to St Peters Ward
03/10/2025
Image above: Mr Michael Thomas Roche (JP) and Rita Excell Long-term resident Rita Excell has been elected and officially sworn in to represent the St Peters Ward in the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters. “On behalf of the Council, I warmly welcome Rita Excell as a new Elected...
Norwood Swimming Centre reopens Saturday 11 October
16/09/2025
The Norwood Swimming Centre is the perfect spot to relax, exercise and have fun with family and friends. With its shady gum trees and welcoming backyard feel, it’s the ideal place to cool down, swim some laps, or simply relax by the pool. The Centre opens to the public from...
Investing in young people: Why our Youth Action Plan matters
16/09/2025
The Council recently launched its Youth Action Plan 2025–2027, a fresh and focused roadmap that puts our young people front and centre. As parents/caregivers, grandparents and friends, we all want the best for our young people. We want them to grow up in a safe, inclusive and vibrant community that...
NPSP secures $100,000 grant for major public artwork
09/09/2025
Pictured: Seed Mix (Hackney, 2022) The City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters has successfully secured a $100,000 grant from CreateSA, through the Government of South Australia, to support the commissioning of the Council’s fifth Quadrennial Public Artwork. Mayor Robert Bria says the Council is excited to continue this important...
Felixstow (Aldersgate) Intergenerational Community Code Amendment open for consultation
08/09/2025
A property owner-led code amendment has been initiated with the State Government to rezone a 2.3-hectare parcel of land on the corner of O.G. Road and Turner Street in Felixstow, opposite the Payneham Library and Community Centre and the Payneham Memorial Swimming Centre. The Erwin Vogt Foundation Inc. is seeking...
Have your Say! Draft Volunteer Strategy 2025–2028
03/09/2025
Do you volunteer in our beautiful City? Or are you interested in getting involved? The Council are inviting community feedback on its draft Volunteer Strategy 2025–2028. Each year, more than 222 volunteers contribute 10,028 hours of service across a wide range of programs — from libraries and events to community...
Calling all young artists – Enter the Mayor’s Christmas Card Competition!
12/08/2025
The City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters is inviting all Kindergarten to Year 6 students to get creative and take part in the Mayor’s Christmas Card Competition. Whether it’s a magical snowy scene, a warm Aussie Christmas barbecue, or a festive family celebration, we want you to hand-draw or...
Five minutes with Andrew from the Norwood Tennis Club
12/08/2025
Celebrating community, connection and staying active through sport. At the heart of Norwood's vibrant community is the Norwood Tennis Club – a place where people of all ages come together to play, connect and grow. We sat down with Andrew Tasiopoulos, President, to find out more about the role tennis...
Enhance your verge with financial assistance from Council
11/08/2025
Verges (or nature strips) are important components of our local streetscapes and help to define and enhance the character and visual appeal of local streets. The Council’s Verge Incentive Program supports individuals and groups to landscape the verge adjacent to their property by providing financial assistance. Encouraging the development of...
Meet our Volunteer: Paul Wilson keeps the wheels turning
04/08/2025
Since retiring from a long and fulfilling career as a schoolteacher and principal in South Australia’s Department of Education, Paul has been volunteering his time for the benefit of our community. Volunteering with the Council since 2017, Paul says that his volunteer commitments continue to be an important part of...
Major public artwork for Osmond Terrace
04/08/2025
Pictured: Seed Mix (Hackney, 2022) At its meeting held on 3 February 2025, the Council selected Osmond Terrace as the site for its fifth Quadrennial Public Artwork Commission. Mayor Robert Bria says the Council is excited to continue this important public art initiative. “Public artwork is highly valued by our...
Look East - Winter edition is out!
04/08/2025
Filled with stories about your community, our City, upcoming events and a message from Mayor Bria, this edition also features an update on the Payneham Memorial Swimming Centre, results from the 2025 AFL Gather Round and an introduction to our new Food Secrets ambassador, Jane Reilly OAM, plus more! Download: ...
Norwood Meals on Wheels celebrates 70 years
04/08/2025
Founded in March 1955, the Norwood Meals on Wheels kitchen has left an indelible mark on our community. Meals on Wheels South Australia was founded in 1954 by Doris Taylor MBE, who understood the importance of ageing in place and the desire for people to remain living in their homes,...
Stop before you lop! Know your trees and tree removal rules
04/08/2025
Trees are important living assets forour City. They provide shade, clean the air, cool our neighbourhoods and are home to wildlife. Trees significantly contribute towards making the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters one of the most desirable places to live, work and visit. Some trees are protected under...
George Street Upgrade to commence September 2025
04/08/2025
The highly anticipated upgrade of George Street, Norwood will commence in early September 2025, marking the first stage of implementation of the transformational Parade Masterplan. The George Street Upgrade project, between The Parade and Webbe Street, will enhance the public realm to deliver a safer, greener and high-quality streetscape and...
Leverage planned footpath reconstructions to upgrade your verge
28/07/2025
Each year, the Council reconstructs footpaths throughout the City that are due for renewal. When footpaths are reconstructed, adjacent property owners can ‘opt-in’ for the Council to excavate the compacted dolomite / quartzite in the verge and replace it with loam on the condition that the property owner will landscape...
Discover Good Reading Magazine: Now available at St Peters Library
25/07/2025
Our Libraries are pleased to offer our community access to Good Reading Magazine, Australia’s leading book review magazine and an essential resource for book lovers of all ages. Established in 2001 by a passionate group of readers, Good Reading Magazine has become a trusted source of independent book reviews, exclusive...
Santos Tour Down Under set to spin into Norwood in 2026 with two stage starts
22/07/2025
The City of Norwood, Payneham & St Peters will once again welcome the world’s elite cyclists when it hosts two stage starts as part of the 2026 Santos Tour Down Under. For the first time, The Parade, Norwood will be transformed into the starting line for the Women’s Tour Down...
Cr Sue Whitington resigns after more than 25 years of service
21/07/2025
Councillor Sue Whitington has resigned from her position as Elected Member for the West Norwood/Kent Town Ward at the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters after more than 25 years of continuous service to our community. First elected in May 2000, Cr Whitington served on numerous Council committees and...
Exploring NPSP's best kept secrets with the Governor of SA
21/07/2025
On Wednesday 9 July, we welcomed Her Excellency the Hon Frances Adamson AC, Governor of South Australia, and her husband Mr Rod Bunten for a bespoke tour of the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters. Hosted by Mayor Robert Bria and Jane Reilly OAM (Ambassador of the Food Secrets...
City Norwood Payneham & St Peters wins gold at the Australasian Reporting Awards
on 17/07/2025
For the seventh year in a row, the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters has received the highly respected Gold Award for its 2023–2024 Annual Report at the Australasian Reporting Awards (ARA). The Council’s Annual Report is a comprehensive record of the Council’s activities, achievements, challenges and financial performance...
Look East Digital turns one: More than 150 stories from across the City
02/07/2025
This month marks one year since the launch of the Look East digital website—a milestone worth celebrating! What began as a vision to better connect with our community and share the stories behind our City, has grown into a dynamic platform featuring over 150 articles and counting. From behind-the-scenes perspectives...
City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters: Australia’s lowest business failure risk and record $2 billion consumer spend
02/07/2025
The City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters continues to set the benchmark for local economic performance and rankings, recording 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. Spendmapp data shows consumer expenditure in...
Council Libraries set to inspire again with Firstival 2025
01/07/2025
Following the remarkable success of Firstival last year, the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters Libraries is pleased to host events as part of this accessible and inspiring festival in 2025. This vibrant and inclusive celebration will take place in collaboration with South Australia's 130 public libraries, cementing its...
Lead the Way: Positive pet ownership in our City
30/06/2025
Dogs and cats bring joy, companionship and warmth to thousands of households in the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters—with more than 3,000 furry friends calling our community home. Being a responsible pet owner not only ensures the comfort, happiness and wellbeing of your pet, but also contributes to...