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Have you spotted our mischievous Christmas elves?
06/11/2026
Christmas has arrived in the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters and our mischievous elves are up to all sorts of festive fun! With Norman and Nelly from Norwood and Peter and Poppy from Payneham, our elves take inspiration from the suburbs and the City’s acronym (NPSP) — noting...
Christmas magic awaits at Twilight Carols
06/11/2026
Experience the wonder of Christmas under the stars at Twilight Carols in Linde Reserve, a much-loved community tradition filled with music, laughter and festive cheer. Hosted by Stacey Lee, this free, family-friendly open-air concert features a fantastic line-up of local entertainers, including Mr Oopy, Mickster the Trickster, Cool for Kids,...
Nominate Our Local Heroes: 2027 Citizen of the Year Awards
05/11/2026
Image above: Young Citizen of the Year-—Ishaan Chaudhuri Do you know someone who makes a real difference in our community? The Citizen of the Year Awards are your chance to celebrate and recognise those outstanding individuals and groups who go above and beyond to make the City of Norwood Payneham...
St Peters Child Care Centre celebrates 50 years
30/10/2026
The St Peters Child Care Centre & Preschool has been at the heart of our community for 50 years, creating a place where generations of local children have taken their first steps into learning, made their first friendships and created memories that last a lifetime. Child care and preschools do...
Colour and creativity coming to Burchell Reserve
21/10/2026
Burchell Reserve is about to get a splash of colour, with South Australian artist EJ Zyla creating a series of vibrant new murals throughout the popular St Peters reserve. Located on Sixth Avenue, Burchell Reserve was transformed through a $4.2 million redevelopment, officially re-opening in October 2024. The upgrade created...
Build confidence and learn practical self-defence skills
20/10/2026
Feeling confident and safe in everyday life is important at every age. Council is offering reduced-price self-defence classes for people aged 50 and over, providing an accessible opportunity to learn practical skills that can help you feel more confident and prepared in different situations. Self-defence is about more than physical...
Resilient East Climate Action Plan endorsed
19/10/2026
The Resilient East Climate Action Plan 2026–2031 has been formally endorsed by all eight Resilient East partner councils, setting a shared direction for climate action, adaptation and resilience across eastern Adelaide over the next five years. Resilient East brings together eight metropolitan councils, Cities of Adelaide, Burnside, Tea Tree Gully,...
70 years of Norwood Swimming Centre: Help us bring the celebrations to life
08/10/2026
For 70 years, Norwood Swimming Centre has been part of summer in our community, a place to swim, play, learn, meet friends and make memories. Now, as we celebrate this special milestone during the 2026–2027 swim season, Council is inviting community groups and organisations to help bring the Swimming Centre...
Your business. Your experience. Our future.
08/10/2026
Local businesses are invited to have their say as the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters develops its new Economic Prosperity Plan 2027–2032. The City is home to more than 7,000 businesses, spanning retail, hospitality, health, professional services, manufacturing, education, creative industries and more. Together, these businesses provide local...
Have your say on ageing well in our community
02/10/2026
We are seeking community feedback to help shape how Council supports older people to age well in our community. The Council currently provides a range of services and programs for older residents, but we want to better understand where Council can make the greatest difference and how we can best...
Laneway Boulders is bringing a unique Olympic sport to Stepney
15/09/2026
Sibling rivalry is nothing new for Trent and Jarrad Searcy, who spent years training together and competing at national bouldering competitions. “We held state titles for a number of years, and it was a bit of a running joke that we were sharing the title for a while,” says Jarrad....
Payneham/Norwood BBQ legend recognised for 20 years of volunteering
07/09/2026
For 20 years, Matthew Brooks has been turning up for his footy club, lending a hand wherever he is needed and, of course, firing up the BBQ. Now, his dedication to the Payneham Norwood Union Falcons Football Club has earned him national recognition, with Matthew crowned one of Australia’s local...
South Australia's Restaurant of the Year is expanding the definition of fine dining
01/09/2026
A suburban pub may seem like an unusual venue for a fine dining restaurant. But after taking her acclaimed pop-up restaurant Esmay on a five-year road trip around the country, Queensland chef Alanna Sapwell finally found her ideal home in leafy Hackney. Since opening in the former Hackney Hotel last...
This family-owned appliance business is beating multinational companies at their own game
28/08/2026
Mario Boffa never planned to get into his current line of work. In fact, the managing director of South Australian-owned Euro Appliances jokes that “I got into this business by mistake”. After 20 years working in sales, he saw an opportunity to represent an international appliance brand but quickly ran...
Centina is building a vibrant Kent Town community one structure at a time
14/08/2026
As a third-generation builder, Paul Nardinocchi knows a thing or two about creating a legacy. Both his father and grandfather were bricklayers, “so from the time I was born, I grew up on building sites,” he says. After graduating with a degree in engineering and physics, Paul started working in...
Portrait of our City – Submissions open
14/08/2026
Our City is made up of places that mean something to the people who live, work and visit here. The quiet corners, the busy streets, the local favourites, the hidden gems and everything in between. And you’re invited to help capture the stories that connect you to these special places....
JPC celebrates 50 years of telling South Australian stories
13/08/2026
When Bill Johns started his own business in 1976, it was a literal backyard operation. After finishing his day job, he would come home and create screen prints by hand in the evenings. But as the client list grew, he was able to relocate the business to Stepney before settling...
Playground upgrades underway across our City
12/08/2026
The City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters is continuing to invest in local playgrounds, creating safe, welcoming and enjoyable places for children and families to play, explore and connect. A number of playground projects are currently underway, with works being delivered progressively through to the New Year. Local playground...
Last chance to book as Raising the Bar Adelaide returns next week
30/07/2026
20 talks. 10 venues. 1 unforgettable night With Raising the Bar Adelaide returning on Tuesday 4 August, now is the time to secure your free tickets. Several talks have already sold out and remaining sessions are filling fast. What do movie stars, moon missions, artificial intelligence, climate change and body...
SALA in NPSP: Discover a month of creativity
09/07/2026
This August, the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters comes alive with creativity as the South Australian Living Artists (SALA) Festival returns with a vibrant program of exhibitions, workshops, public art and immersive experiences. From traditional drawing and contemporary sculpture to family-friendly creative workshops and behind-the-scenes artist experiences, SALA...
Shaping the future of our Libraries: We want to hear from you!
09/07/2026
The City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters is undertaking a review of our library resources and services and calling on all residents—whether you are a daily visitor or have never stepped foot inside—to help shape the future of our three local libraries. Our libraries in Norwood, St Peters and...
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...
Zest for Life offers exciting new experiences
02/07/2026
Following the outstanding success of last year's program, the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters is delighted to welcome back Zest for Life from 3–16 August 2026, with an exciting new line-up of experiences celebrating positive ageing, well-being and community connection. Almost 500 people participated in 2025, with many...
A Kent Town artist has just been awarded South Australia's most prestigious arts fellowship
29/06/2026
After more than a decade as a practising artist, Dave Court has a good idea of what it takes to turn creativity into a lasting body of work. In addition to a multidisciplinary practice that includes painting, sculpture, digital arts and multimedia installations, he is also the creative director of...
