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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...
Look East - Winter edition is out!
05/08/2025
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: ...
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
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 community because it adds to...
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...
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...
NAIDOC Week 2025 at The Gallery: Strength, vision and legacy
25/06/2025
From 6–13 July 2025, communities across Australia will come together to honour NAIDOC Week, a time to celebrate and recognise the rich history, diverse cultures and remarkable achievements of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. This year marks a significant milestone—50 years of NAIDOC Week celebrations—headlined with the powerful theme,...
Dunstan Adventure Playground wins at the AILA Landscape Architecture Awards
25/06/2025
The City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters’ Dunstan Adventure Playground was awarded the Landscape Architecture Award for Play Spaces at the Australian Institute of Landscape Architects (AILA) 2025 Landscape Architecture Awards on Friday 20 June. The Landscape Architecture Awards promote the achievements and work of landscape architects in Australia...
Winter Warmers: Embrace the season with digital delights from our Libraries
18/06/2025
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. The City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters Libraries offer a treasure...
Treasured Betty celebrates 100 years
11/06/2025
Samela Harris is a South Australian journalist and author, and, among other things, has been an Aged Care Visitor Volunteer with the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters for more than one year. A local resident herself, Samela regularly visits Betty Spargo at Estia in Toorak Gardens and recently...
Pay Your Rates with Payble
06/06/2025
Managing your rate payments is now easier with Payble, a flexible and convenient online payment option. Whether you're looking to spread your payments over time or just need a hassle-free method to stay on top of your rates, Payble makes it simple. Why pay with Payble? Flexible instalments: Pay weekly,...
Celebrating Creativity: Introducing ‘Sweat’ Issue 13 by the Kensington & Norwood Writers’ Group
02/06/2025
For more than 30 years, the Kensington & Norwood Writers’ Group (KNWG) has been a cornerstone of Adelaide’s literary community. 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. Whether you’re penning your first story,...
Tree Incentive Program: Residents snap up vouchers to help plant a tree
09/05/2025
We’re thrilled to share that more than 100 tree vouchers have been claimed in under a week, exhausting all available supply — a fantastic response that shows just how committed our community is to growing a greener future! As many know, trees play a crucial role in our community by...
Shaping Our City’s future: Have your say on the draft Annual Business Plan 2025–2026
09/05/2025
The City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters is proud to present its draft Annual Business Plan and Budget for the 2025-2026 financial year—an essential part of the Council’s Planning Framework. This plan outlines the key projects, services, and programs that will shape the future of our community, focusing on...