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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...
Our community comes together to celebrate Australia Day at Payneham Library
03/02/2026
Payneham Library, Felixstow was filled with warmth, pride and reflection as the community came together to celebrate on Australia Day 2026, marked by a moving Citizenship Ceremony and the presentation of the Council’s Australia Day Awards. The event brought together Federal, State and Local elected representatives, community leaders, families and...
From gardens to growth Hannah blossoms as opportunities arise
28/01/2026
When Hannah joined the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters as a horticulture trainee in November 2022, she didn’t imagine how quickly her career—and her confidence—would bloom. “I progressed to a full-time position in April 2024, even though I still had about six months left of my Certificate III...
Growing together at Linde Community Garden
12/01/2026
In the heart of Linde Reserve in Stepney lies one of our community’s most treasured green spaces —the Linde Community Garden. Here, vegetables, friendships, and community spirit grow side by side. This year, the garden received a welcome boost thanks to a $2,845 Community Grant from the City of Norwood...
Top tips to stay cool in summer
06/01/2026
Adelaide summers are known for soaring temperatures and the occasional heatwave, so taking steps to protect yourself from heat‑related illness is essential. Make the most of our Libraries No air conditioning at home? Drop into one of our three libraries for a refreshing break from the heat. Just remember to...
Meet our Volunteer Mike
22/12/2025
For Mike, volunteering is all about giving back to the community, staying connected, and offering a helping hand where it’s needed most. Since 2020, Mike has generously given his time to the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters as both a Justice of the Peace (JP) and a member...
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