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Watch: Christmas Message from Mayor Bria
16/12/2025
It’s been another busy and productive year for our City. As always, we’ve stayed focused on getting the job done for our community — fixing roads and footpaths, collecting rubbish and maintaining our beautiful parks and reserves. But our work goes far beyond the basics. Watch Mayor Bria's Christmas Message...
Christmas sparkle arrives on The Parade
09/12/2025
Image: Osmond Terrace, Norwood Christmas has well and truly arrived in Norwood with sparkle you can see from space! Norwood Memorial Gardens is aglow with giant gold stars—an eye-catching installation that’s already becoming the go-to backdrop for holiday photos. Whether you’re taking a festive family portrait, a selfie with friends,...
Look East Summer - out now!
09/12/2025
Filled with stories about your community, our City, upcoming events and a message from our Elected Members, this edition also features an update on the Payneham Memorial Swimming Centre, winners of the Mayor's Christmas Card Competition, a feture story about Rosemont Lane, a recap on the year that was, plus...
Pedals of progress: Council shores up safer streets with $55,000 grants funding
08/12/2025
The City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters is celebrating a significant win for local cyclists, pedestrians and road users, thanks to funding secured through the State Bicycle Fund 2025–2026. The Department for Infrastructure and Transport has awarded the Council $55,000 to support the detailed design of three exciting active...
Agnes Goode: A century of legacy and leadership
07/12/2025
One hundred years on, a pioneering community activist, social reformer and the first woman elected to the Corporation of the Town of St Peters, Agnes Goode’s legacy continues to shape the civic landscape—most visibly through the Agnes Goode Kindergarten in Stepney, which was named in her honour. Born on 31...
Celebrate a greener Christmas: Simple ways to reduce waste
27/11/2025
Christmas is a time of joy, giving and often, excess. But with a few thoughtful choices, we can make the season more sustainable without losing the magic. Here’s some handy tips to Avoid, Reduce, Re-use, Recycle and Compost this festive season: Avoid wasteful traditions Instead of guessing, ask loved ones...
Spreading Christmas joy to children in need, one book at a time
25/11/2025
For many of us, Christmas morning is filled with laughter, excitement and the joy of unwrapping gifts. But for some South Australian children, the festive season can be a time of uncertainty. The Backpacks 4 SA Kids Christmas Program was born from a heartfelt moment in 2013, when a foster...
AFL Gather Round back at The Parade in 2026
12/11/2025
AFL Gather Round will return to The Parade in April 2026 with two matches scheduled for Norwood Oval. Sydney will take on Gold Coast in a twilight match on Saturday 11 April and Geelong will go to battle against the West Coast Eagles on Sunday 12 April. Gather Round 2026...
A century of kindness: Nina celebrates 100 years
10/11/2025
Image above: Nina Berris and Volunteer Yvonne Berton When long-time Payneham resident Nina Berris met Yvonne at a local knitting shop on Gage Street almost 10 years ago, neither imagined their friendship would grow into something so special. “I was teaching knitting back then,” Nina recalls. “Yvonne came in as...
New councillor elected to represent the West Norwood/Kent Town Ward
07/11/2025
Image above: Mick Roache (JP), Cr Sandy Wilkinson and Mayor Robert Bria On Thursday 6 November, Sandy Wilkinson was officially declared elected to the position of Councillor for the West Norwood/Kent Town Ward in the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters, following the supplementary election held in October 2025....
Ninth Avenue Christmas Lights: Council boosts support to improve safety
04/11/2025
The Ninth Avenue Christmas Lights event has become a much-loved tradition in the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters, drawing thousands of families each December to enjoy the festive displays created by residents of Ninth Avenue in St Peters. The Council is proud to continue supporting this long-standing and...
City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters recognised for access advocacy
03/11/2025
The City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters was recently honoured with an Access Advocate Commendation at the World Sight Day event hosted by Guide Dogs SA/NT at Government House. The commendation recognises the City’s commitment to creating a more inclusive and accessible community through Human Guide Training, which equips...
Protecting Inter-war homes: A win for local built heritage
28/10/2025
The City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters has successfully led the way in protecting an important part of our City’s built heritage history. State Planning Minister Nick Champion officially adopted the Inter-War Housing Heritage Code Amendment initiated by the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters, giving new heritage...
Nominate Our Local Heroes: 2026 Citizen of the Year Awards
27/10/2025
Do you know someone who makes a real difference in our community? The Citizen of the Year Awards are your chance to celebrate and recognise those outstanding individuals and groups who go above and beyond to make the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters a great place to live,...
Have Your Say! Richmond Street Bikeway and Streetscape Upgrade
20/10/2025
Richmond Street, Hackney is a key east–west corridor in the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters and part of both the Council’s strategic cycling network and the State Government’s Bikedirect route. It provides an important link for cyclists and other active transport users between the eastern suburbs and the...
Have Your Say! On-Street Parking - Kensington Precinct
20/10/2025
The Council is seeking feedback on the proposed changes to parking controls throughout the suburb of Kensington. The Council’s On-Street Parking Policy identifies that in Kensington, the prioritisation of on-street parking is primarily for citizens residing in the precinct while also supporting local employment and providing for school drop off...
Pedal Power: Locals celebrate Ride2Work Day in Norwood
16/10/2025
Image above: Jordan Ward, Cr Christel Mex, Nick Canon Dozens of local commuters swapped four wheels for two this morning as they joined the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters’ Ride2Work Day celebration at the Nino Solari Commemorative Path on Osmond Tce, Norwood. Cyclists were treated to a free...
New councillor elected to represent the 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: The inflatable obstacle course returns
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...
Empowering tomorrow’s leaders
22/08/2025
The City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters is proud to celebrate the achievements of several outstanding young citizens whose recent adventures have taken them far beyond our community – from Japan to Texas, New South Wales to our own Parliament House. Thanks to the support of the Council’s Young...
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...