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Council’s Annual Report wins gold at Australasian Reporting Awards
on 08/07/2026
For the eighth year in a row, the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters has received the highly respected Gold Award for its 2024–2025 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...
Discounted microchipping returns
06/07/2026
Discounted microchipping returns Protect your beloved pets and enjoy peace of mind by taking advantage of our annual Microchipping Day at the St Peters Youth Centre. Whether you have a playful puppy, a curious kitten or an older pet that has never been microchipped, this is an affordable opportunity to...
Notice of Works: Playground Upgrades August 2026
02/07/2026
The City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters will be undertaking exciting upgrades of playground equipment at three local reserves to enhance play opportunities and create more enjoyable spaces for our community. These upgrades are designed to improve both the safety and play value of each playground, ensuring they continue...
Norwood to host historic final stage start of 2027 Santos Tour Down Under
01/07/2026
Norwood is set to take centre stage for a milestone moment in professional cycling, hosting the start of the final stage of the 2027 Santos Tour Down Under (TDU). For the first time in the event's history, the fan-favourite precinct will be the launching point for the race's deciding day...
SA Power Networks to commence powerline clearance program
22/06/2026
Image above: Representation image only. Starting Monday, 22 June 2026, SA Power Networks will commence its cyclical vegetation clearance program. These essential works are part of SA Power Networks’ legislative obligation under the Electricity Act 1996 to ensure the safe and reliable operation of South Australia’s power grid. SA Power...
Help shape how we engage: Have your say on our draft Community Engagement Policy
11/06/2026
The City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters invites residents, ratepayers and business owners to help shape the future of local decision-making. From Friday 12 June to Sunday 5 July 2026, the Council is seeking community feedback on its draft Community Engagement Policy. Why is this happening? This review is...
Discover a new first this July at Firstival
03/06/2026
This July, the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters Libraries invites you to experience something new as Firstival returns with an exciting and diverse program designed to spark curiosity, creativity and connection. As part of South Australia’s largest celebration of library life, this year’s program brings together a dynamic...
Your garden is a part of the plan with our Green Connections initiative
22/05/2026
Did you know that during a South Australian summer, streets with strong tree canopy can be up to 5°C cooler than those without? Increasing greenery in our neighbourhoods helps reduce heat, improves biodiversity and creates more pleasant places to live. To support this, Council invites residents living in identified Urban...
Shaping Our City’s future: Have your say on the draft Annual Business Plan 2026–2027
13/05/2026
The City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters welcomes comments on its draft Annual Business Plan and Budget for the 2025-2026 financial year—an essential part of the Council’s Planning Framework. Incorporating the Long-term Financial Plan update, the draft Annual Business Plan outlines the key projects, services, and programs that will...
Keeping our streets clean
30/04/2026
The Council’s Street and Footpath Cleaning Program plays an important role in keeping our neighbourhoods looking their best, while also protecting the environment. Designed to manage the natural build-up of leaves and debris across our many tree-lined streets, the program operates on a coordinated schedule to ensure consistent and efficient...
Young Achievers Program gets funding boost
16/04/2026
Image above: Ben Holliday racing, recipient of Young Achievers Program funding The City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters Young Achievers Program received a boost in funding just ahead of 2026 SA Youth Week. The Young Achievers Program celebrates the achievements of young people in sport, academia, art, culture and...
Celebrating a decade of service: Thank you, Sudhir
10/03/2026
If you’ve visited the Norwood Town Hall or spent time on The Parade over the past decade, chances are you’ve met a familiar and friendly face, Sudhir Thakur. After 10 years of dedicated service as one of Council’s Volunteer Justices of the Peace, Sudhir has officially concluded his role with...
Felixstow to become cooler and greener thanks to $25,000 grant
27/02/2026
The City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters is pleased to share that it has successfully secured a $25,000 grant through Green Adelaide’s Cooler, Greener, Wilder Grants program. “This funding goes a long way to support the Greening Felixstow project, an initiative driven by the Council’s Tree Strategy and designed...
Community grants strengthening local connections
10/02/2026
Image above: Banjos by the Billabong at St Peters - Nature Play SA - Community event funding Strong communities don’t just happen, they are built through shared experiences, creative ideas and people coming together with shared values and goals and to support one another. Each year, the City of Norwood...
Glynde Vehicle Access Study – Have Your Say
09/02/2026
The Council is undertaking a Vehicle Access Study for the Glynde precinct to better understand how commercial vehicles move through the area and how this impacts local streets. The precinct is home to many businesses that rely on trucks and other large vehicles for deliveries and daily operations. Currently, vehicle...
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