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Programs & Activities for Young People

Learn hands on radio broadcasting skills and get involved in arts and culture focused programs and events.

The Council provides a range of places, programs and events for young people to engage, learn and participate in the community.

Keep-up-to-date on upcoming events, activities and opportunities  — subscribe to Youth eUpdates

Upcoming youth events 

Jun 14

Comic Book Art with Madeleine Karutz

When 14 Jun-18 Jul 2025

Where Payneham Library - 2 Turner St, Felixstow

Join Artist, Madeleine Karutz, for Comic Art Workshops, where you... read more about the Comic Book Art with Madeleine Karutz event

Jun 14

SOLD OUT - Boldly Beautiful Teen Program

When 14-21 Jun 2025

Where Payneham Library. 2 Turner Street, Felixstow…

We are excited to introduce the Boldly Beautiful Teen Program—a... read more about the SOLD OUT - Boldly Beautiful Teen Program event

Jun 17

World Taekwondo - Get Active Come & Try Session

When 17 Jun 2025 7:00pm–8:10pm

Where East Adelaide Primary School Gym. 57-59 Third…

Join World Taekwondo for a Come & Try session! These... read more about the World Taekwondo - Get Active Come & Try Session event

Jun 18

Biannual Youth Reference Group Drop-in Session

When 18 Jun 2025 3:30pm–5:30pm

Where Don Pyatt Hall. 175 The Parade, Norwood, Geor…

As you may be aware, the City of Norwood Payneham... read more about the Biannual Youth Reference Group Drop-in Session event

Jul 5

Firstival: Catalyst Games Development Workshop

When 5-6 Jul 2025

Where Payneham Library

Bob's Adventure: Game Development Workshop (2-day workshop). Facilitated by Catalyst... read more about the Firstival: Catalyst Games Development Workshop event

Jul 8

Firstival: Essential Skills with the 1530 Network

When 8 Jul 2025 2:00pm–4:00pm

Where Payneham Library

The "Essential Skills Kickstart” Workshop isn't just another workshop.  -... read more about the Firstival: Essential Skills with the 1530 Network event

Jul 8

Firstival: Inventor Kids STEM - Ages 5-10

When 8 Jul 2025 10:30am–11:30am

Where St Peters Library

Experimenting STEM: Discover, Explore, Create! with Inventor Kids Come and... read more about the Firstival: Inventor Kids STEM - Ages 5-10 event

Jul 8

Firstival: Inventor Kids STEM - Ages 11-16

When 8 Jul 2025 1:00pm–2:00pm

Where St Peters Library

Let's go behind the screen of computers and see what... read more about the Firstival: Inventor Kids STEM - Ages 11-16 event

Jul 9

Firstival: Dreaming Storytime With Trent Hill

When 9 Jul 2025 10:30am–11:30am

Where Payneham Library

Dreaming Storytime with Trent Hill – NAIDOC Week Special As... read more about the Firstival: Dreaming Storytime With Trent Hill event

Jul 10

Firstival: Aboriginal Art with David Booth

When 10 Jul 2025 1:00pm–2:30pm

Where St Peters Library

Create a Masterpiece with Aboriginal Art. Join us for a... read more about the Firstival: Aboriginal Art with David Booth event

Jul 14

Firstival: Jaw Dropping Chemistry Workshops

When 14 Jul 2025 9:30am–9:30am

Where St Peters Library

Jaw droping chemistry with Nitro Nat. Everyone will be in... read more about the Firstival: Jaw Dropping Chemistry Workshops event

Jul 16

Firstival: Winter Board Games and Craft Drop in

When 16 Jul 2025 10:00am–2:00pm

Where Payneham Library

Drop In & Warm Up: Games, Crafts & Cozy Vibes!... read more about the Firstival: Winter Board Games and Craft Drop in event

Aug 9

Annual Festival of Miniatures and Dollhouses

When 9-10 Aug 2025

Where Car Turner Street and OG Road Felixstow

South Australian Miniature Enthusiasts annual Festival. Local and Interstate traders/vendors... read more about the Annual Festival of Miniatures and Dollhouses event


Current youth programs

Get Active Come & Try Sessions

Sessions suitable for young people of all skill levels. An opportunity to try something new and see if it's the right sport for you, or simply come along and have fun being active with friends.

For upcoming Come & Try activities check the events listing on this page.

Youth Arts & Events 

Canvas logo latest news thumbExperience new art forms, develop skills, hear from industry professionals and showcase your talents. 

The Canvas Youth Art & Events Project combines showcasing events with opportunities for young people to learn new skills and build links with industry in the areas of:

  • event management
  • music
  • short film
  • photography.

Radio Broadcast Training 

Youth 3D Radio DJ

Applications for April’s Elevate Radio Program are now closed.

The next round of applications will open in September for the October intake. Stay tuned for updates!

Click on "More information" for details and to apply. 

About

Elevate Radio is a radio broadcast training program that leaves participants with a toolbox of skills to launch them into a range of industries.

Applications are open twice a year to people aged 18 - 30 years who live, work or study in Adelaide’s eastern suburbs.

This unique program is proudly brought to you by the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters in conjunction with community radio station Three D Radio

Elevate Radio show is live to air every Thursday from 6:30pm to 7:30pm (updated time slot) on Three D Radio.

Apply

Why get involved

Elevate Radio is the program for you!

You will:

  • have fun doing something you enjoy
  • have your voice heard by the community
  • get to share the music you enjoy
  • promote new and upcoming musicians.

You’ll gain hands-on mass media skills:

  • program preparation
  • live on-air presentation
  • technical production.

You’ll develop lifelong skills:

  • working in a team
  • problem solving
  • time management
  • communication.


Costs

There are costs involved for participants. Participants who live, work or study within the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters have reduced fees. 

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Contact

Stephanie Sribar-Bills
Coordinator, Youth Programs
08 8366 4514
youth@npsp.sa.gov.au