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Supporting local craft: Three beverage distributors showcased at the 2025 Eastside Business Awards
01/05/2025
As the local beverage scene continues to flourish, it’s exciting to see the collaboration between community-driven breweries, soda makers and wine makers who are all committed to quality, sustainability and innovation. Guests at this year’s Eastside Business Awards enjoyed beverages from three unique manufacturers that are making their mark in...
Third time’s a charm
01/05/2025
After firmly planting its roots on The Parade, Norwood in 2017, Pavé Cafe has matured into a favourite of locals and visitors alike. From early morning coffee to a light brunch and delectable lunches, Rimu Good has built a thriving business and a connected community — all from a humble...
Epicures of the East: Ten recipes to elevate your dinner table
30/04/2025
Loved South Australian media identity and Food Secrets ambassador Jane Reilly has teamed up with her star chef son, Eddie Noble to bring you ten not-so-secret recipes that you can whip up at home with restaurant pizzaz. The recipes, featuring locally sourced ingredients from the likes of Avanti Pasticceria, L’Abruzzesse...
Off the Shelf: Warm up with new winter reads
29/04/2025
Off the Shelf is the Council’s bi-monthly library newsletter that will keep you connected with all the latest literary updates across the Council’s three libraries. Whether you’re a seasoned reader or just exploring the world of books, this newsletter is your go-to source for everything library and literary! Each edition...
Rivals Long Lunch serves up a plate of success
23/04/2025
The 2025 AFL Gather Round may be over, but we are still revelling in the buzzing success of the blockbuster weekend in Norwood. A feature of the weekend’s festivities was the Rivals Long Long, a lavish affair with 160 guests gathered under a marquee along leafy Osmond Terrace on Saturday...
ANZAC Day locations - Friday 25 April
22/04/2025
RSL Club's around Adelaide host Dawn Services to commemorate the Australian and New Zealand soldiers who served and died in war and on operational service. Payneham RSL: Start time: 6:00am Location: The Cross of Sacrifice Memorial, Eastern side of OG Road, Felixstow (next to the Payneham Memorial Swimming Centre). Norwood...
St Peters Fair cancelled due to extreme heat
13/03/2025
Due to the extreme heat forecast for Saturday 15 March, and in the interests of patron, staff and supplier safety, the annual St Peters Fair has been cancelled. St Peters Fair is a much-loved feature on the Council’s annual events calendar so we recognise this will be disappointing, but safety...
On your mark, get set, go! parkrun takes off from Drage Reserve
03/03/2025
The global fitness phenomenon that is parkrun, has launched a new free, friendly and welcoming community event at Drage Reserve in Felixstow. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate — there’s a way for everyone to participate and enjoy the great outdoors. Held every Saturday at 8am, parkrun offers a 5km...
Adelaide Fringe in Adelaide’s East
03/03/2025
The Fringe Festival delivers a range of arts experiences from contemporary and quirky to comedy and cabaret — and everything in between. And this year, you’ll find more than 40 Fringe acts doing their thing at local venues across the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters until 23 March....
Best in class — Eastside Business Awards nominations open for businesses and operators
21/02/2025
The Eastside Business Awards return in 2025 to celebrate the contributions and achievements of local businesses from successful start-ups and family-owned enterprises to vibrant cafes, bars and restaurants, iconic food and beverage manufacturers, arts and entertainment. “Small businesses are the bedrock of the local economy, employing more than 5,000 residents...
The Fringe heads east this festival season
14/02/2025
The Fringe Heads East This Festival Season As summer slowly fades into autumn, most of the country is settling down for 2025. But here in Adelaide the party is just about to begin. With 1,300 shows at 500 venues spread throughout South Australia, the Adelaide Fringe now takes over the...
Indulge in a long lunch on Osmond Terrace
10/02/2025
The 2025 AFL season hasn’t yet started but the countdown is on to the iconic Rivals Long Lunch on Saturday 12 April, on Osmond Terrace, Norwood. The long lunch, first hosted by the Council for AFL Gather Round in 2024, is a unique outdoor event perfectly pitched to leave an...
Poolside cinema at Norwood Swimming Centre
06/02/2025
Don’t miss Flubber, the final movie in our Movie Nights at the Pool program at the Norwood Swimming Centre! Enjoy a fun family night with a swim and a movie at our poolside open-air cinema – the perfect way to enjoy a summer evening. Kiosk open for snacks (Please note:...
Enjoy live music at Concerts in the Park
29/01/2025
Music lovers are invited to enjoy the sunset to a soundtrack of jazz, melodies, or symphony in some of our beautiful parks. Concerts in the Park will feature talented local bands and artists, and there will also be entertainment for children, making it a perfect outing for families. There are...
Splash into Australia Day at Norwood
14/01/2025
Escape the Australia Day heat and soak up the quintessential Australian activities, food and tunes at the annual Norwood Splash. Norwood Splash is a family-friendly outdoor pool party, on Sunday 26 January with the giant inflatable obstacle course returning. $5 entry all day. For more information, visit: Events Calendar
Countdown is on: Norwood welcomes back the TDU
14/01/2025
Thousands of cycling enthusiasts will gather for the excitement of the Santos Tour Down Under as EFEX Men’s Stage 3 – Norwood to Uraidla kicks off from South Australia’s Premier Main Street, The Parade, on 23 January. Each year, there’s an electric atmosphere as cycling fans from around the world...
Twilight Carols: Saturday 7 December
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,...
Stars shine bright on The Parade
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...
Take an 'Elfie' for your chance to win!
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...
AFL Gather Round returns to Norwood in 2025
13/11/2024
The 2025 AFL Gather Round will return to Norwood for a third consecutive year, with two afternoon games at the iconic Norwood Oval. On Saturday 12 April, reigning premiers Brisbane will face the Western Bulldogs, followed by GWS taking on St Kilda on Sunday 13 April. Mayor Robert Bria expressed...
Festive Fun in NPSP!
12/11/2024
We are celebrating the festive season with exciting events. Join us on Saturday 23 November for the Norwood Christmas Pageant along The Parade, kicking off the holiday season. Then, bring your best singing voice to Twilight Carols at Linde Reserve on Saturday 7 December. Give back this festive season by...
The Adelaide Epic is coming to The Parade, Norwood
25/10/2024
Before the professionals take the stage for the Santos Tour Down Under, the course from Norwood to Uraidla is awaiting budding riders. Featuring 3 distances (120km, 85km and 20km) The Adelaide Epic is ‘that race’ where you well and truly earn your ‘bragging rights for getting to the finish line!’...
SALA begins in our City with 33 exhibitions and 4 open studios
09/08/2024
South Australian Living Artists (SALA) festivities will officially commence in the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters, with an official launch at The Gallery at St Peters Town Hall Complex tonight. This year, throughout the duration of SALA, there will be a total of 33 exhibitions and four open...
Raising the Bar 2024 was a huge success!
07/08/2024
Raising the Bar Adelaide has once again cemented its reputation as one of the state’s most thought-provoking and engaging local events – combining expert discussions in a casual setting. The City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters would like to thank everyone who come along to last night’s event at...
Reserve your seat for Raising the Bar before it’s too late!
22/07/2024
Tickets for Raising the Bar are being snapped up like hot cakes, so if you have a speaker you want to hear, then you better book now. Raising the Bar is one of the most anticipated events in the Council’s calendar with many of the free talks expected to be...
