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AFL Footy Fever at Norwood Oval

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13/03/2026

With just one month to go, excitement is building across Norwood as the AFL’s biggest festival of football returns to South Australia. This April, AFL Gather Round will once again bring thousands of fans to Norwood Oval and The Parade for a weekend of elite football, food and celebration. Norwood...

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Come and Try Dance for Fitness

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13/03/2026

Staying active is one of the most important ways to support your health and well-being as you age and can be an ideal source of social interaction. Our popular Dance for Fitness classes return in 2026, offering a fun, low-impact way to improve strength, balance and overall fitness in a...

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Top Chefs go head-to-head at this years Rivals Long Lunch

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13/03/2026

The Rivals Long Lunch returns to picturesque Osmond Terrace on Saturday 11 April with tickets selling at a record pace. Hosted by beloved South Australian media personality and Food Secrets ambassador Jane Reilly OAM, the Rivals Long Lunch promises a memorable afternoon where great food, local flavours and lively atmosphere...

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Celebrating a decade of service: Thank you, Sudhir

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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...

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Celebrating Women in Business This International Women’s Day

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06/03/2026

Image: Local business women Gabriella, Tatiana and Antonetta  Throughout the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters, female business owners are shaping the local economy with resilience, creativity and heart. When Gabriella Cavuoto and her husband took over European Cafe on The Parade in 1979, there was no such thing...

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Weather Warning - February 2026

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27/02/2026

The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a severe weather warning for the Adelaide Metropolitan region for heavy rainfall which is likely to occur this weekend. The Council advises residents to exercise due caution during the storm and follow any warnings and advice issued by the Bureau of Meteorology, the State...

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Felixstow to become cooler and greener thanks to $25,000 grant

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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...

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Council receives financial report from ESCOSA

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26/02/2026

The Essential Services Commission of South Australia (ESCOSA) has released its financial advice report for the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters, which has found the Council to have been and is currently, both financially responsible and sustainable. The report recognises that to maintain this record of performance and...

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Community grants strengthening local connections

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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...

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Exciting changes coming to the 2026 Eastside Business Awards

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10/02/2026

The Eastside Business Awards is back for the ninth consecutive year—and 2026 is shaping up to be one of the most exciting programs yet. Hosted by the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters in partnership with Solstice Media, the Awards continue to shine a spotlight on the incredible local...

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Discover free programs at your local library

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09/02/2026

Discover free programs at your local library Our Libraries are more than places to borrow books — they’re welcoming community hubs offering a wide range of free programs for all ages, designed to support learning, connection and confidence. From early literacy sessions for little ones to practical digital skills for...

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Glynde Vehicle Access Study – Have Your Say

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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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St Peters Fair returns for a fun-filled family day  

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09/02/2026

The much-loved St Peters Fair is set to return in 2026, bringing a vibrant day of family fun, entertainment and local flavour to Linde Reserve, Stepney. Mayor Robert Bria says the St Peters Fair is a highlight on the annual community events calendar each year. “The St Peters Fair is...

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Our community comes together to celebrate Australia Day at Payneham Library

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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...

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From gardens to growth Hannah blossoms as opportunities arise

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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...

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Resilience meets recreation: Celebrating a new era for St Morris Reserve

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16/01/2026

The City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters is thrilled to announce that the redevelopment of St Morris Reserve is now complete, transforming the reserve into a premiere destination that seamlessly blends high-quality open space with essential and climate-resilient stormwater infrastructure. “The Council is very proud of the redevelopment of...

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A day to celebrate our local community and welcome our new citizens

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15/01/2026

Starting with a Welcome to Country by respected Kaurna elder Uncle Tamaru, to a live performance by the ever-talented Australian Girls’ Choir, the Council’s Australia Day celebration is set to offer an opportunity for reflection about what makes our community so special. Community spirit will be strong as locals and...

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Inside Adelaide’s Creative Village: Washdog Studio & fab

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14/01/2026

Tucked away in Adelaide’s east is a thriving creative ecosystem where experimentation, collaboration and craftsmanship take centre stage. Two shared studio spaces — Washdog Studio and fab — are quietly shaping some of South Australia’s most exciting contemporary art, design and installations. Washdog Studio is a multi-artform shared artist studio...

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This Norwood business is helping South Australian producers export to Vietnam

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12/01/2026

Kensington Road may seem a world away from the bustle of Ho Chi Minh City, but for five years Impact Investment Consultancy has provided a direct link between the two locations. For Vu Pham, who was born and raised in South Australia, the business is a way to “bridge the...

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Growing together at Linde Community Garden

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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...

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How to make sure your New Year's resolutions stick in 2026

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12/01/2026

Every January, 15 million Australians use the start of the new year as a chance to gaze inwards. After a busy Christmas period, it's the perfect time to think about what you'd like the new year to look like, and how you can make that happen. Identifying areas you want...

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Top tips to stay cool in summer

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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...

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This creative hub is nurturing Adelaide's next generation of artists

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23/12/2025

Since training as a printmaker in the early 2000s, Andrea Przygonski has spent two decades working at the intersection of print, installation, light, sound, textiles and sculpture. It means she knows just how much of a challenge it can be for artists to follow their passion. And as in so...

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Meet our Volunteer Mike

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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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Four edible Christmas gifts for the person who has everything

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18/12/2025

Last-minute Christmas shopping can be overwhelming, especially when you're trying to find the perfect gift for someone who already has everything. But you can never have too many sweet treats in your life. The perfect edible gift provides instant joy without any post-Christmas clutter, and it's easy to find something...

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