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Raising the Bar Adelaide is on tomorrow night

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04/08/2025

10 Bars. 20 Talks. 1 Night Only. Don’t Miss Out. It’s nearly here—the biggest night of smart, social learning in the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters. Raising the Bar Adelaide returns Tuesday 5 August, transforming local pubs into pop-up lecture theatres for a one-night-only knowledge experience. And yes,...

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Join the Magic of the Norwood Christmas Pageant!

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22/07/2025

It’s the most wonderful time of the year and what better way to celebrate than by being a part of the Norwood Christmas Pageant! Each year the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters invites local schools, community groups and businesses to help share Christmas cheer by participating in this...

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Santos Tour Down Under set to spin into Norwood in 2026 with two stage starts

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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...

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A decade of delicious discoveries: Celebrating 10 years of Food Secrets bus tours

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16/07/2025

In 2015, a humble idea took root in the heart of Adelaide’s eastern suburbs — connecting curious locals and adventurous visitors with the incredible food and beverage manufacturers hidden in plain sight. Ten years on, the Food Secrets bus tours have become a much-loved part of our City’s cultural fabric—celebrating...

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Bright ideas on tap: Raising the Bar 2025

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15/07/2025

Tuesday 5 August | 20 Talks. 10 Bars. 1 Night. Free Event This year’s lineup features 20 brilliant minds across 10 venues in the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters. From climate change and neuroscience to cyber security and self-care myths, our speakers will challenge your thinking and stir...

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Welcoming SALA once again this August

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15/07/2025

The City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters is once again transforming into a vibrant canvas of creativity for the 2025 South Australian Living Artists (SALA) Festival. As Australia’s largest visual arts festival, SALA is a proud celebration of South Australia’s richly diverse arts community—bringing together emerging talents, established names...

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Zest for Life 2025: A celebration of positive ageing

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02/07/2025

From August 4 to 17, the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters invites you to embrace your Zest for Life through a vibrant moth of events that celebrate positive ageing, active lifestyles and community connection. Now in its eigth year, Zest for Life 2025 is packed with enriching experiences—from...

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Council Libraries set to inspire again with Firstival 2025

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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...

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

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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,...

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

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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...

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Treasured Betty celebrates 100 years

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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...

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Celebrating the Heart of our Community: National Volunteer Week 2025

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05/06/2025

Last week, the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters proudly celebrated National Volunteer Week—an opportunity to shine a light on the extraordinary contribution of our 220 volunteers who give their time, energy and compassion to make our City a better place to live, work and visit. Throughout the week,...

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Get Active, Stay Social: Come and Try programs for over 50s

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29/05/2025

Looking for a fun, friendly and low-impact way to boost your health and meet new people? Our Come and Try programs are designed specifically for people over 50 who want to stay active, have fun and connect with others in the community. These classes aren’t just about fitness—they’re about building...

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Share your knowledge at Raising the Bar this August

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22/05/2025

Raising the Bar Adelaide has firmly established itself as one of South Australia’s most thought-provoking and engaging local events — and is hosted right here in the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters. Bringing together expert speakers and curious minds in casual pub settings, it transforms a night out...

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Messages from the Grave: A creative journey through history and remembrance

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05/05/2025

As part of South Australia’s History Festival, we invite you to reconsider how past decisions continue to resonate — sometimes quite literally — from beyond the grave, at this month-long exhibition and interactive program. Held annually throughout May, History Festival brings South Australians together to celebrate the stories, people, places...

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Supporting local craft: Three beverage distributors showcased at the 2025 Eastside Business Awards

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01/05/2025

As the local beverage scene continues to flourish, it’s exciting to see the collaboration between community-driven breweries, soda makers and wine makers who are all committed to quality, sustainability and innovation. Guests at this year’s Eastside Business Awards enjoyed beverages from three unique manufacturers that are making their mark in...

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Rivals Long Lunch serves up a plate of success

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23/04/2025

The 2025 AFL Gather Round may be over, but we are still revelling in the buzzing success of the blockbuster weekend in Norwood. A feature of the weekend’s festivities was the Rivals Long Long, a lavish affair with 160 guests gathered under a marquee along leafy Osmond Terrace on Saturday...

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ANZAC Day locations - Friday 25 April

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22/04/2025

RSL Club's around Adelaide host Dawn Services to commemorate the Australian and New Zealand soldiers who served and died in war and on operational service. Payneham RSL: Start time: 6:00am Location: The Cross of Sacrifice Memorial, Eastern side of OG Road, Felixstow (next to the Payneham Memorial Swimming Centre). Norwood...

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Dining highlights for Gather Round weekend

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07/04/2025

The Parade, Norwood is at the heart of the Gather Round festivities, offering an exciting blend of activities that cater to all tastes and interests. Whether you're here for this weekend’s festivities or simply out for a day of exploration, The Parade is a hub of dining, shopping and fun...

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Half-time entertainment on The Parade

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07/04/2025

When it comes to enjoying Gather Round in Norwood, the excitement doesn’t stop when the whistle blows for half-time. The Parade and surrounding areas bustling with activities and entertainment to make the most of every break in the action. Whether you're after a relaxing stroll, a bit of retail therapy,...

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Catch the footy at a local pub

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07/04/2025

Gather Round is all about celebrating footy, community and good times and there’s no better way to enjoy the games than with a cold drink in hand at one of Norwood’s iconic local pubs. If you’re in the mood for a cozy corner, classic pub food or a lively atmosphere,...

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Norwood Food & Wine Festival is back this weekend

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07/04/2025

Get ready for an unforgettable experience at the Norwood Food & Wine Festival, kicking off at 11am on Sunday 13 April, along The Parade. The iconic culmination of AFL Gather Round celebrations, the festival showcases the best of South Australian food, wine and entertainment in a lively and vibrant atmosphere....

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Learn to move like a pro in time for the 2025 AFL Gather Round

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24/03/2025

When Matthew Heavyside graduated as a physiotherapist in 2009, his studies were far from over. After spending a decade exploring functional movement and the dynamic Animal Flow techniques, he realised he needed to create a holistic system that harnessed the strengths of the many different practices he'd encountered. The result...

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St Peters Fair cancelled due to extreme heat

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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...

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On your mark, get set, go! parkrun takes off from Drage Reserve

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03/03/2025

The global fitness phenomenon that is parkrun, has launched a new free, friendly and welcoming community event at Drage Reserve in Felixstow. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate — there’s a way for everyone to participate and enjoy the great outdoors. Held every Saturday at 8am, parkrun offers a 5km...

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