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Browse the Look East news feed below, sourced from the Council’s official newsletter website, for the latest updates from the Council and community. 

Enriching the local arts scene

Posted by City of Norwood Payneham and St Peters

on 09/12/2024

Working in local government may not seem like the natural path for someone with an artistic background, but for Emma Comley, the role of Arts Officer for the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters has been a perfect fit. With experience as a photographer, graphic designer, gallery assistant, art...

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Expressions of Interest – Independent Audit & Risk Committee Members

Posted

06/12/2024

The Council’s Audit & Risk Committee operates in accordance with Section 126 of the Local Government Act 1999. The Council is seeking Expressions of Interest for the appointment of 3 Independent Members to the Audit & Risk Committee, one of whom will also be appointed as the Chair of the...

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Mayor's Christmas Message

Posted

04/12/2024

Where has the year gone? It seems like only yesterday the new Council was elected but here we are already halfway through the four-year term. This time last year, many major capital projects were still in progress, but now, they are either completed or well underway. New projects, like the...

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Twilight Carols: Saturday 7 December

Posted

03/12/2024

Join us for an unforgettable evening at Twilight Carols in Linde Reserve, an open-air concert under the stars that brings the community together to celebrate the Christmas season. Hosted by Stacey Lee, this free, family-friendly event features performances from Cool for Kids, Tricky Joe’s Magic Show, the Australian Girls' Choir,...

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Stars shine bright on The Parade

Posted by City of Norwood Payneham and St Peters

on 03/12/2024

This Christmas, Norwood Memorial Gardens is aglow with giant gold stars, creating a stunning backdrop to gather, enjoy, and capture the festive spirit. Located in front of Norwood Oval on The Parade, the display will shine bright until 3 January 2025. Don’t forget to take your Christmas photos and share...

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Take an 'Elfie' for your chance to win!

Posted by City of Norwood Payneham and St Peters

on 03/12/2024

Our Christmas elves Nelly, Norman, Peter, and Poppy are back to spread cheer across our City this Christmas! You’ll find these mischievous elves popping up at our libraries, Norwood Swimming Centre, and other festive events across the City. If you spot one of our little elf friends, snap a picture...

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Mayor’s Christmas Card Competition Winners

Posted by City of Norwood Payneham and St Peters

on 02/12/2024

Children from local schools and preschools have shared their festive spirit through art in the 2024 Mayor’s Christmas Card Competition. This year marks the 15th anniversary of the competition, inviting children from preschool to Year 6, who live or attend school in the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters,...

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Payneham Memorial Swimming Centre: Redevelopment update

Posted

20/11/2024

The redevelopment of the Payneham Memorial Swimming Centre into a modern aquatic leisure centre is well underway. The project is expected to take approximately two years and is on track for completion in early 2026. So far, the following works have been completed: demolition of the former buildings, pools and...

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Re-dedication of St Peters Heroes Memorial

Posted by City of Norwood Payneham and St Peters

on 19/11/2024

The St Peters Heroes Memorial, located on St Peters Street, is part of the ANZAC Avenue of Honour, dedicated by the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters in 2014. The memorial commemorates local men who served in the world wars. In 2019, the St Peters Residents Association secured a...

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Inter-war Housing Heritage Code Amendment - Have your say!

Posted

24/10/2024

The Council is proposing an amendment to the Planning & Design Code, which is the State-wide source of planning policy, to introduce heritage and historic area protections to selected properties. The affected area consists of several properties in Heathpool, as well as individual sites in College Park, Hackney, Marden, Marryatville,...

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Did you know... plastic lid recycling fact!

Posted

21/10/2024

Lids of plastic bottles can stay on! Please ensure all liquids are emptied from your plastic bottles, flatten them (to allow more room in your recycling bin) then simply put the lid back on. The lids are removed and recycled at the recycling facility. For more recycling tips follow East...

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Have Your Say on the Council's Volunteer Strategy

Posted

10/09/2024

The Council is currently seeking comments on its draft Volunteer Strategy, and we want to hear your views. The draft Strategy is available for viewing here. Your comments can be provided by completing the online form on the Council's website www.npsp.sa.gov.au. Comments must be received no later than 5.00pm Tuesday...

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Look out for Look East

Posted

08/07/2024

The Winter edition of Look East will be arriving in your letterbox any day now. Filled with stories about your community, our City, upcoming events and a message from Mayor Bria, this edition also features the Hall of Fame winner and finalists of the 2024 Eastside Business Awards, plus more! ...

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City of NPSP adopts 2024-2025 Budget

Posted

02/07/2024

This year’s Budget will result in an average residential rate increase of 7.01% or $149, bringing the residential (average) rate to $2,040. To read more, visit: Media Release Download a copy of the Annual Business Plan Summary

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YourNPSP has changed

Posted

01/07/2024

Make sure you keep up to date with the Council's latest news, interviews with residents, businesses owners and Volunteers, updates on major projects, Council decisions events and outcomes of consultations. The new Look East digital is jam-packed with information and delivered straight to your inbox! Visit our Look East Digital...

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Enquiries

For more information about any of the articles contained in Look East, or if you would like additional copies of Look East print edition, contact Citizen Services on 08 8366 4555 or email townhall@npsp.sa.gov.au