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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...
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...
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
Pictured: Seed Mix (Hackney, 2022) 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...
Look East - Winter edition is out!
04/08/2025
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: ...
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,...
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