onkaparinga magazine january 2016

ONKAPARINGA MAGAZINE JANUARY 2016
Jamie’s pop-up kitchen
Volunteers keep young at heart
Community gong for students
Top SA citizen
Award winning Frank Hilton Reserve
Fun manager’s national award
Welcome to the summer edition of our council magazine. It
takes just a quick drive to one of our beautiful local beaches
to realise the attraction of this area during summer and the
importance of our surf life saving clubs. A leisurely lunch at a
local café or winery is also a great way to soak up the scenes
of summer. This is a truly remarkable area and this is especially
highlighted at this time of year.
I start on a sad note and recognise the valuable contributions
that recently deceased Mayor Brian Hurn made to local
government. Brian was, until the last election (when he didn’t
contest), the Mayor of Barossa Council and previously of the
Angaston Council prior to amalgamation. His involvement
in local government included being president of the Local
Government Association. He was well known as a state
cricketer in his young years. Brian was a great contributor and
will be sadly missed. Vale Brian.
I was pleased to be asked to present at a recent “Women in
Leadership” conference in Adelaide. Being recognised among
the successful women speaking at this conference is a great
statement for this council and this area.
The Local Government Association (LGA) continues to work on
issues that affect our council and all others in South Australia.
Some have recently questioned membership value to this
organisation but after reflecting on the positives, have decided
to remain members. Just one part of the LGA role is lobbying
and advocating to state and federal governments in relation to
everything that affects local government. This is an enormous
role and one that every council in South Australia would not
have the human or financial resources to do individually or
efficiently. This is in addition to the millions of dollars that are
returned in dividends to councils each year from a variety of
schemes run by the LGA. As vice president of this organisation
I see much of the backroom work the general public does not
see and can personally attest to its real value. Twice a year
the LGA Board travels to a region and late in 2015 we visited
Naracoorte for our meeting.
During this quarter we also celebrated the Every Generation
Onkparinga (EGO) events, formerly Seniors Month.
We continue to work with our China partners and a recent
One of the activities in this period was to present awards
to worthy recipients, both individual and groups. This year’s
individual winner could not be split between James Greenfield
and Barbara Cain and the group award went to Willunga
and Districts Lions Club. It is sometimes easy to just accept
without reflection the incredible selfless contribution people
make in our community and these winners are just another
reminder of that effort.
of understanding with industry to benefit jobs in our region.
The City of Onkaparinga Australia Day Awards similarly
recognised the valuable contribution made by individuals and
groups. At the time of writing this, the winner of this prestigious
award had not been decided but, as always, there were
plenty of worthy nominations.
I had previously initiated a regular gathering of the Fleurieu
mayors (myself and Mayors Philp, Rowlands and Parkes)
MAYOR’S
MESSAGE
delegation from Shandong saw us sign two memorandums
During our Changli sister city delegation in October various
agreements were reached with wineries, and Woodcroft
College is close to an agreement on teacher, student and
educational exchanges with Number One Middle School in
Changli. This will lead to major investment in our region but
also open an opportunity for goods and services to be
showcased in Beijing.
Congratulations to the McLaren Vale and Fleurieu Visitor
Information Centre receiving a gold award in the recent
South Australia Tourism Awards. As always this reflects the
excellent service given to our very welcome visitors at the
Visitor Information Centre. They know our region, love it with a
passion and sell the benefits so well.
Thalassa Park – ever visited it? Think about a visit soon. It is
located on Windebanks Road, Happy Valley. There has been
a major revamp of this popular park with improved walking
areas, playground and the brilliant Storybook Walk. Recently,
there were two additions to the Storybook Walk namely “Dot
and the Kangaroo” and “Bottersnikes and Gumbles”. For those
who haven’t visited, the Storybook Walk is a collection of 13
artworks of various types, representing famous Australian
children’s authors. The artworks are commissioned to bring to
life the children’s books for all to enjoy. The latest two pieces
were done by Lorelei Medcalf depicting a hopscotch piece
reflecting Dot’s adventure through the bush and Tim Thomson’s
steel and bronze depiction of Bottersnike and Gumbles.
For those who want to check it out online visit
www.onkaparingacity.com and type “storybook walk” into
the search box. Attention to this site will no doubt grow with
the recent announcement that Bottersnike and Gumbles will
In addition, the Premier’s State/Local Government Forum is
an opportunity for the LGA president/vice president to meet
directly with the Premier and key ministers and CEOs to discuss
topical issues on behalf of the sector, and hence also on
behalf of ratepayers.
be republished this year along with a new animated television
At the recent LGA Annual General Meeting the inaugural Joy
Baluch Award was presented. This award was introduced
in memory of Joy Baluch to award a female member of
local government who has upheld the ideals and work ethic
demonstrated by Joy and promoted women’s involvement
in local government. I was honoured to be on the selection
panel and the deserving winner was Betty Gill from Salisbury
Council. She has worked as the president of the SA Branch
of the Australian Local Government Women’s Association for
many years and has instigated a range of measures to both
educate and encourage women in local government.
Honour trees project. There are 100 Quercus Canariensis
We have come through the recent Christmas period and
celebrated throughout our community in a variety of ways.
I wish to thank everyone for your generous donations to my
Mayor’s Christmas tree appeal with many gifts left under each
tree. All gifts were sent to the Smith Family, Anglicare Morphett
Vale and the Christian Care and Support Centre Aldinga.
series. Let’s hope we still keep reading as well!
I was pleased to hold a small civic reception at the McLaren
Vale Returned Services League to thank all involved with the
planning, planting and nurturing of the Willunga Avenue of
(Oak) trees planted on the entrance to Willunga (and along
Victor Harbor Road) to commemorate the 100 years since the
landing at Gallipoli. Many people were involved to ensure this
and had also more recently a gathering of the ‘southern’
metropolitan mayors (Mayors Hanna, Spear, Spragg
and Paterson).
These are opportunities to build relationships, discuss local
government issues that pertain to our region more generally
and how we can learn from one another, share ideas and
resources. As we continue to look for ways to be more
efficient it is increasingly important to work together on
delivery and planning.
project happened and the oak trees will remain a reminder of
history long into the future.
Out and about
I attended many functions during this period but I will
highlight a few:
• Morphett Vale Youth Club annual presentation
• Beach Road “The street goes Pink” event in October,
to raise cancer awareness
• Several citizenship ceremonies
• Lunch at Aldinga Community Shed
There were carols events aplenty to enjoy and many houses
displaying incredible light displays for our enjoyment.
While talking about working together, Lord Mayor Haese,
has held his second Mayor’s Jobs Summit, where most mayors
across South Australia attend to, again, share ideas and take
responsibility for building economic development and jobs
growth in our areas. What is successful across the state is
shared and can be implemented where it works elsewhere.
Importantly what hasn’t worked is also shared. Local
government has a huge role to play in ensuring the climate is
right for new energy and expanding existing business and jobs
in our local government areas.
Thank you to all for your contributions to make this a truly
festive season.
The China agenda has been a large part of this for both state
and local government.
Lorraine Rosenberg
Edition 27 – January 2016
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I am sure you would agree the Christmas Pageant was another
great success and the added entertainment at Rotary Park
was a bonus for all who attended. Thanks to all the pageant
entrants and especially our volunteers who worked tirelessly on
the day.
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Cover and photography at Christies Beach Tourist Park
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Editorials and photos
Stories Well Told
• Southern Rockhounds annual gem fair
• Happy Valley Meals on Wheels Christmas barbecue
•Jack Ellis vocational scholarship presentation at
Marcellin College
• Annual General Meeting Healthy Cities
• Fab Two fundraiser by Allsorts Entertainment
• St Hilary of Poitiers Service to unveil the 100 years plaque.
Cheers ‘til next time
Mayor
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GROWING
ONK APARINGA
BY MARK DOWD, CEO
Start up
Grow
Manage
New Business
Ambassador
A key component of the ON Business Position Program will be the provision of advice, support and education for members, delivered by council and industry experts
To successfully drive and sustain economic growth and
prosperity in our city in 2016 and into the future we must
respond quickly to challenges.
We must also be innovative in our thinking and show flexibility
in our approach to the challenges and opportunities we’re
presented with.
This means anticipating and developing new ways of doing
business; providing a range of incentives to encourage
businesses to establish themselves here or grow their
existing business; removing barriers to business growth
and sustainability; and, looking beyond our borders to
drive investment.
To achieve this, we’re currently developing a new ON
Business Partner Program which will serve as the foundation
to drive success across our city.
ON Business Partner Program
This membership based program will support local businesses
of all sizes to thrive and grow, and enjoy the benefits of
partnership and collaboration.
Our aim is to ensure the program can assist businesses in any
industry sector and at any stage of the business life cycle:
• Start up – providing advice and support and incentives to
people starting a business for the first time
• Grow – building capacity to sustainably grow both new
and existing businesses
• Manage – building knowledge and skills for better
business management
• New business – attracting new business to our city, and
mobilising existing businesses to relocate here
• Ambassador – delivering thought leadership, mentoring and
advocacy for our businesses and the region as a whole.
We will be working with our business associations and directly
with local businesses at any stage of the business life cycle, to
shape and develop this program.
Through these conversations, workshops and focus groups we
will discuss our ideas, for example the provision of education
sessions or the creation of an online portal to connect and
promote the businesses within our city.
We’ll investigate the potential for co-development
opportunities, and providing access to council’s existing
properties and facilities for business activation or the creation
of new business hubs.
More than 100 potential and current business migrants who
expressed an interest in doing business and investing in
regional South Australia were shown everything our great city
has to offer.
All of this will be focused on providing a new innovative
approach to doing business in our city, and removing barriers
to business sustainability and growth.
They were here as part of a broader three day South
Australian exploratory and familiarisation tour.
I encourage all existing businesses in our city or those with
a great idea who would like to establish themselves here,
to get involved in the workshops and focus groups we will
be offering on the development of this program in 2016.
Your involvement will help shape the final elements of the
program and ensure the incentives, programs and benefits of
membership meet your needs.
This is our chance to work together to present a unified
and recognisable brand for our city and its business
community, and ensure we are best prepared for future
challenges and opportunities.
To find out more, contact our Economic Growth and
Investment team.
Looking beyond our borders
Further innovation is also required by looking outside of our
region for growth and investment opportunities.
In October we successfully hosted our second delegation
from our sister city Changli County in Hebei Province, which
included senior government and business representatives.
The focus of this delegation was education, tourism and
(primarily) wine, and discussions for export and joint ventures
are continuing with two local wineries with the president of a
major Chinese wine company, returning early in the new year
to continue discussions.
We are also starting liaison with the Tourism Bureau of Changli
County to explore opportunities for tourism packages and
cross promotion of our cities which could expose our region to
a very large international tourist market.
Applying a case management approach to help solve
problems and identify opportunities through a single point of
contact will also be explored.
Elsewhere in this issue of our magazine you can read about
a potential sister school arrangement between Woodcroft
College and Number One Middle School in Changli, which
came about as a direct result of Woodcroft’s involvement in
our recent delegation visit.
We can also talk about specialist assistance we might be
able to offer businesses, such as incentives to attract specific
industries, new startups and talent to the region.
In November Onkaparinga was proud to be only one of two
metro councils involved in the recent regional expo arranged
by Immigration SA and the Australia China Business Council.
Strongest interest was shown in the agribusiness sector, in
particular value-added food and wine, tourism (including high
end tourism opportunities) and export products.
The Australia China Business Council tells us that in their
experience the average investment made by this kind of
business migrant would be $600,000, however most would
likely look at direct investment opportunities with local business
in the range of $1.1-5million.
One local business involved in the event was Peats Soil, who
spoke to a range of potential investors.
Council also made excellent connections and a range of
follow up activities will occur this year to secure opportunities
for our city and business community.
Congratulations and thank you to Immigration SA, Australia
China Business Council, Norman Waterhouse Lawyers and
the Local Government Association for the successful expo.
Looking ahead, April 2016 will see the largest ever outbound
delegation to China, arranged by the state government
through the Department of State Development (DSD).
Premier Jay Weatherill has issued an expression of interest to
businesses keen to take part in this visit.
Thanks to our extensive experience in the China market the
City of Onkaparinga can help local businesses looking to
qualify for inclusion in this visit, so please get in touch with
our Economic Growth and Investment team if you want to
find out more.
Locally hosted visits and events, and international outbound
delegations, are a powerful way to showcase our regional
strengths and the unique trade and investment opportunities
across our city.
They also demonstrate our strong and effective
working relationship with the state government, as part of
our joint efforts to drive economic growth and investment
in South Australia.
Mark Dowd
CEO
IT’S A ZOO OUT THERE
Lions, tigers and bears may well be among the exotic animals
that will converge on Port Noarlunga in March – but there’s a
twist: they’ll all be made from sand.
The 2016 Sandstorm Sand Sculpture Exhibition is themed
“A Day at the Zoo” and will showcase life-size and large-scale
sand art.
Sixteen sculptures, each ranging from 12-35 tonne, will be
displayed on the Esplanade, Port Noarlunga (off Clarke Street)
from 16 April to 1 May.
City of Onkaparinga Mayor Lorraine Rosenberg says she
expects it to be a highlight of the term 1 school holidays.
“Last year’s ‘Disney Princesses and Pirates’ themed event drew
some of the biggest crowds we have ever had visiting the City
of Onkaparinga,” Mayor Rosenberg says.
“This exhibition will put a positive spotlight on the
Onkaparinga region as visitors take in the stunning Port
Noarlunga coastline and enjoy the offerings of our hospitality.
“All ages will be thrilled by the spectacular sand art – the
sculptures are made by some of the best Australian sand
sculptors, and are truly magnificent.”
Speed carving demonstrations will also be on offer along with
workshops allowing guests to try their own hand at the craft.
Tickets cost $10 for adults, $5 for children, $8 for concession
and $25 for families (two adults and two children).
Groups of 15 people or more pay $6 per adult and entry is
free for carers and children under three years.
All workshops and activities are $5 each.
One day of the exhibition will offer free entry for local
schools as well as children living within the City of
Onkaparinga, giving them the opportunity to view this art
form, meet some of the sculptors and participate in the
children’s sand sculpting activities.
Visit www.onkaparingacity.com for more
information and www.sandstormevents.com
to book your tickets.
Sandstorm Sand Sculpture Exhibition
JAMIE’S POP UP KITCHEN RULES
“Hosting the kitchen at Colonnades is a win for both
Onkaparinga and the entire state, so we encourage people
across South Australia to visit our city and enjoy a fantastic
cooking course run by great people who genuinely believe in
what they are doing.”
Data from SA Health (2013) showed that 61 per cent of adults
living in the City of Onkaparinga were overweight or obese
– with just 10 per cent eating the recommended daily serving
of vegetables.
Jamie’s Ministry of Food Trainer Amy Teasdale says the
hands-on lessons she and the rest of the Noarlunga team run
at the kitchen promote lifestyle changes that can help combat
these statistics.
“It’s about teaching people to start cooking for themselves
once again and equipping them with some simple skills and
knowledge,” Amy says.
“The program inspires and empowers change in the way they
and their families eat and how they think about food.”
Food Trainer Emilee Krollig, Manager Kate Punshon and Food Trainers Tegan Palamaris and Amy Teasdale prepare for a class at the pop-up kitchen
Healthy, hands on cooking
and food education classes
will remain on the menu at
Colonnades Shopping Centre
as Jamie Oliver’s pop-up kitchen
extends its stay.
The kitchen has offered 16 classes a week since January 2015
after Jamie, in partnership with Huon Aquaculture, chose the
shopping centre within the City of Onkaparinga to be its first
Australian host.
Now a new partnership between Jamie’s Ministry of Food
Australia, Colonnades Shopping Centre and the City of
Onkaparinga will support its operation until the end of 2016.
“Our communities have really embraced the kitchen and
Jamie’s approach to food,” City of Onkaparinga Mayor
Lorraine Rosenberg says.
While the Ministry of Food program has run from fixed
centres around Australia and two mobile kitchens that travel
around Queensland and Victoria, this pop-up kitchen is the
first of its kind.
Classes cost $20 per session, $15 for student card holders
and $10 for concession, with participants experiencing a
hands on cooking class and a meal for two to take home to
share each week.
For information about becoming a volunteer
with Jamie’s Ministry of Food pop-up kitchen
at Colonnades Shopping Centre, email
[email protected]
Class bookings can be made at
www.jamiesministryoffood.com
Our region’s finest wine,
beer and fresh produce
will be showcased at the
2016 Beachside Food and
Wine Festival.
Entry is with a gold coin, and City of Onkaparinga Events
“It’s a very special day but the beachside location keeps
Coordinator Jaimi Bradshaw says it’s an event for the
the atmosphere relaxed and fun.” Live music and roving
whole community.
entertainment will help bring the park to life. The event is
The festival will be held at Rotary Park, Christies Beach on
Beach offers stunning coastal views and is the perfect setting
Saturday 2 April and will run from noon-10pm.
to experience the festivities as communities and businesses
A variety of licensed stalls will serve regional wine and beer,
come together.
Visit www.onkaparingacity.com for more
as well as culinary delicacies, while art and craft stalls will
“Each year the festival attracts visitors from across the state
information and notice of road closures and
offer stunning local wares to explore.
and we see lots of smiling faces of all ages.
reduced speed limits on 2 April.
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“The 2016 event will have a gourmet theme to it,” Jaimi says.
“This is a chance to get dressed up, sample the delicious
food and wine for which our region is renowned and enjoy
some fantastic entertainment. “The location at Christies
family-friendly and free children’s activities and games will
be provided to keep children amused.
Free shuttle buses will assist with transport throughout the
day, carrying attendees to and from Noarlunga Centre
between 11.30am and 10.30pm.
TOUR TIME
ENTRY TO THE
CINEMA IS A GOLD
COIN DONATION.
Then on Saturday 23 January BikeExchange Stage 5 is on
once again with an exciting Willunga Hill finish and free
community events along the race route.
Tour Down Under
You can wind down that evening at Cinema Among the Vines,
featuring the classic movie Back to the Future.
Doors open at 6pm at the McLaren Vale and Fleurieu Visitor
Our city will enjoy two stages of the Santos Tour Down Under in 2016
The City of Onkaparinga will
be buzzing again this month
as the Santos Tour Down Under
gets underway.
Information Centre, with the movie commencing
On Thursday 21 January, Stage 3 of the race will start
at sundown.
in Glenelg and pass through our city before ending in
Food and drinks including beer and wine will be available
Campbelltown, with the riders covering 139km in total.
for purchase.
The Cycle Markets will get underway from 4pm on Friday 22
You are welcome to bring a picnic hamper but please note
January in Aldinga, McLaren Vale and Willunga, showcasing
that BYO alcohol is not permitted.
the diversity of our region’s finest food, wine, arts and crafts
For more information visit
with a cycling theme in each location.
www.onkaparingacity.com/breakaway
HAPPY CAMPERS
KEEP COMING BACK
Kym and Bron Oswald relaxing outside their caravan at Christies Beach Tourist Park
The last thing grey nomads
Kym and Bron Oswald want
is to feel tied down.
For four years they have been following the sun in their
state-of-the-art caravan – spending six months in Queensland
but always returning to South Australia and the Christies
Beach Tourist Park.
The retired couple sold their Hallet Cove house and most
of their possessions for this lifestyle and clearly relish
their freedom.
Still, while those wheels could take them anywhere, Bron
says they’re happy to call Christies home for six months of
each year.
“We keep coming back because it’s so central,” she says.
Moana Beach Tourist Park
To Kym, the social atmosphere is just as important as the
“One of our advantages is that we have the ability to
park’s location.
take bigger vans and buses and we’re close to the
“One of the best things is that we have different neighbours
Seaford Railway Station so people can easily access
all the time and they come from all over the place,” he says.
the shopping centre.”
“Only recently I bumped into friends I hadn’t seen in 20
The City of Onkaparinga owns both parks and
years – they just set up at the other end of the park.
engages professional on-site managers to oversee their
“We really do love it here.
day-to-day operation.
“The beach is so close and we often see dolphins swimming
Acting Commercial and Property Manager Benjamin Hall
in the water.”
says the parks are valuable assets to the city as they are
Further south at the Moana Beach Tourist Park you’ll find a
family-friendly, well-equipped and provide accommodation
handful of “long-termers” like the Oswalds, plus local
for seasonal workers.
residents and holidayers taking in its beautiful environment
“The two coastal parks ultimately cater for all budgets and
on short stays.
ensure all visitors have the opportunity to access and enjoy
“People come for the quiet and relaxed atmosphere down
our fantastic city,” Ben says.
“You’re near the beach, the shops and it’s just a lovely spot.
here,” Park Duty Manager Warren Hutchins says.
“Not only that, this is a very well maintained park and the
facilities are clean and plentiful.”
“It’s a wonderful place for families to come and enjoy
themselves and have some fun by the beach.
Visit www.moanabeachtouristpark.com.au
and www.christiesbeachtouristpark.com.au
for further information.
COMMUNITY GONG FOR ENVIRONMENT STUDENTS
Secondary schools in the region each nominate two students
“What really motivated me during the year was the thought
to receive custom medals, certificates and book vouchers at
that I could make a difference and help the community,”
their valedictory services in November.
Calum says.
Youth Community Development Officer Emma Cadd says the
“I didn’t think about awards but that made it more exciting.”
2015 recipients, whose contributions included volunteering in
Temara has also selflessly donated her time to these
animal rescue shelters and developing a program to reduce
planting and conservation initiatives, as well as monitoring
hunger, showed particularly noteworthy drive.
the endangered population of brush-tailed bettongs in the
“To be able to achieve these things while they were working
college’s outdoor eco-classroom.
towards their exams is remarkable and shows how passionate
“I’m just really passionate about the environment,” she says.
they are for their causes,” Emma says.
“When the opportunity came up to do my VET course I was
“These are people who have taken that extra step to become
really excited because I knew it would expand my knowledge
Calum and Temara helping sustain flora and fauna at the Tatachilla College outdoor eco-classroom
a leader and inspire other young people.”
and help me understand things more.
The outstanding contributions
of teenagers who give back to
their communities while juggling
busy academic schedules are
celebrated each year in the
City of Onkaparinga’s
Secondary School Community
Service Awards.
Year 12 students Calum McFadyen and Temara Grove
“I want to protect the environment and make it better in any
from Tatachilla Lutheran College received awards for their
way I can.”
commitment to improving the environment.
Emma says young people like Calum and Temara make the
Both have been actively involved in conservation and land
City of Onkaparinga proud with the valuable ideas, skills and
management through VET studies but also dedicated much of
perspectives they have to offer.
their free time to volunteering.
“It’s really important to recognise the huge contribution that
Calum – who has spent hours outside school re-vegetating
young people are making to our community today and not just
the Willunga Hills, weeding the Moana Sands Conservation
what they might do in the future,” she says.
Park and assisting the Hackham Creek Minders – says he was
“They are active participants in developing and shaping the
“shocked and happy” to be recognised with the award.
world now.”
COUNCIL GRANT WILLUNGA
GIVES DANCE A BREAK IDENTITY
TOP SA
CITIZEN
Senior Sergeant Gordon Little with Willunga stalwart Judy Dunn in her garden
Nearly two decades of selfless volunteering have
seen Willunga resident Judy Dunn recognised with
the 2015 Lions Club of the City of Adelaide and
South Australia Police Citizen’s Award.
Judy has served as the secretary of Willunga
Neighbourhood Watch for 18 years and
coordinates crime prevention displays in her
local community, including at the Almond
Breakdancers Talia and Dai doing their thing
Breakdancing has taken Mel
Hall and her team around the
world – and their goal is to show
the rest of the community how fun
and rewarding it can be.
A council grant helped the founders of local dance company
Cutlass Creative stage the final instalment of their ‘Weapons
of Choice Break Battle’ in November last year.
The competition brought some of South Australia’s finest
breakdancers – and plenty of thrilled spectators – to the floor
at the Reynella Enterprise and Youth Centre, and Mel hopes
this exposure will generate more community interest in what
Blossom Festival.
She is driven entirely by her desire to make
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the community safer – never thinking to ask
for recognition – which is what inspired Senior
Sergeant First Class Gordon Little to nominate her
for the award.
“It is an understatement to affirm that Judy is the
heart and soul of Willunga Neighbourhood Watch,”
Gordon, who is the Officer in Charge of the South
The website above provides
extensive information on
all available grant and
sponsorship opportunities;
two grant information sessions, and four
grant-writing workshops that will be held
during February to help local organisations
submit quality applications.
Coast Crime Prevention Section at SAPOL, says.
“Her personal, selfless qualities showcase the spirit
of citizenship and volunteering.
“The Willunga Neighbourhood Watch group is one
of the most active groups in the south coast local
service area and this has been largely due to Judy’s
personal motivation and ‘can do’ attitude.”
The South Australian Police Band’s performances at
the Willunga Christmas Carols for the last nine years
have also been largely organised by Judy.
she considers an undervalued style of dance.
She has built partnerships between SAPOL, the
“I would love to see more people involved in the scene,”
City of Onkaparinga, Willunga Recreational Park
she says.
“I have met some amazing people through it and it has
shaped me to be the person I am today.
The City of Onkaparinga allocated $416,000 to not-for-
Authority and the CFS to bring their music to the
profit incorporated community organisations like Cutlass
streets of her town.
Creative across 2015-16. Its grants and sponsorship program
In Judy’s ‘spare’ time she assists a number
comprises a number of distinct funding streams, allocating
of Willunga’s senior citizens, driving them to
appointments, organising Christmas lunches and
“So I hope this event helps and we have a new generation of
money to the areas of areas of community, environment, minor
breakers to come.”
capital works, community streetscapes, Every Generation
their homes.
The $1748 grant, which Cutlass Creative applied for and
Onkaparinga and sponsorship for community activities.
“The diversity and success of the initiatives that Judy
“The program is part of our commitment to supporting local
has driven is testament to her leadership skills,”
initiatives that foster vibrant and resilient communities,” Grants
Gordon says.
won through the City of Onkaparinga’s 2015-16 Grants and
Sponsorship Program, funded the promotion and running of
the event.
“The grant enabled us to hire the venue and source the most
suitable DJ and judges,” Mel says.
and Sponsorship Officer Ian Buchanan says.
“The benefits extend far and wide, from building the capacity
of our communities to providing opportunities for people to get
visiting them in hospital and at
“She makes her home available for committee
meetings and commits extraordinary hours to
promoting Willunga Neighbourhood Watch.
“Judy would spend many hours on the phone
involved in new activities.”
and in sending correspondence to ensure that
“Overall it helped us stage a quality competition which
Applications for the 2016-17 grants and sponsorship
Neighbourhood Watch initiatives are a success –
brought a higher calibre of dancers to make it an event not
program open on 27 January 2016 and close at 5pm on
to forget.”
11 March 2016.
she is a strong-minded, kind-hearted woman who
gives her all to whatever she is doing.”
VOLUNTEERS FREE AUSSIE DAY BREKKIE?
KEEP YOUNG
FAIR
DINKUM
AT HEART
Free breakfasts provided by
the City of Onkaparinga on
Australia Day will bring friends
and family together to celebrate
all that makes our country great.
Residents can attend one of four different locations around
the city to be served a hot breakfast on Tuesday 26 January
between 8 and 11am.
Community organisations and volunteers will be serving at
Happy Valley Sports Park Oval in Aberfoyle Park, Symonds
Volunteer Tahlia Eddy
The ages between 8 and 25 are pivotal times in the lives
of our young people.
Important transitions are occurring, challenges are
often faced and social networks and skills are being
developed, all of which are crucial to a high quality
of life.
Our young people also have much to offer us,
providing unique perspectives, talents and vibrancy
which can benefit us all now, and help shape the future
of our region.
The City of Onkaparinga has a strong commitment to
young people and acknowledges the vital role they
play in our communities.
Reserve at Aldinga Beach, Ramsay Place in Noarlunga
Centre and the Old Court House at Willunga. Mayor Lorraine
Rosenberg says as well as bringing the community together for
a fun morning, the breakfasts provide a chance to reflect on
the broader significance of Australia Day.
“This is a valuable time to reflect on Australia’s history and
achievements, while looking forward to a bright future,”
Mayor Rosenberg says.
“We are so fortunate to live in this country and to be part of
the strong, vibrant and diverse community that is the City
of Onkaparinga.
“Within the council we truly value the wonderful contributions our
residents make year-round to the community, so the breakfasts
The council operates three youth centres at Aldinga,
Christie Downs and Reynella and the centres are always
seeking volunteers for a wide variety of support roles.
are also a chance for us to give thanks for their efforts.”
Volunteers perform a range of tasks and help to provide
programs for young people outside school hours, on
weekends and during school holidays.
will be provided. Residents of all ages are welcome and
Mayor Rosenberg with the City of Onkaparinga’s Australia
advised to bring a picnic rug or chair.
Day ambassador, South Australian National Football League
Expected on the breakfast menu are eggs, bacon, toast, fruit
legend Neil Kerley OAM, will present the Australia Day
juice and coffee and tea.
Awards for citizen, young citizen and community event of the
The breakfasts will kickstart a day of festivities, with the
year at the fair.
Australia Day Bush Fair taking place at South Adelaide Football
Visit www.onkaparingacity.com or call
8384 0666 for more information.
Youth centres encourage young people to become
actively involved in their communities, and provide
opportunities for fun, learning and personal growth,
connecting with young people through art, recreation,
music and leadership and capacity building.
Young people and volunteers assisting at the centres
can also meet new people, share ideas, get involved in
events, join a committee or participate in development
activities and programs.
A flag-raising ceremony will take place at each location during
Club, Noarlunga Downs from 5.30pm.
ONKAPARINGA’S GARDENS A BLOOMING SUCCESS
Natural Resources Rinus Bouwer and Team Coordinator Parks
University student Tahlia Eddy, who is finishing a social
work degree, was one of the first people to volunteer at
the council’s youth centres.
and Natural Resources Scott Murray helped Mayor Rosenberg
judge the competition over two days.
Fourteen nominations were received across the categories of
She says she volunteered partly to help build
knowledge about the issues facing young people where
she grew up, and because she feels she can teach them
something while learning about them as individuals.
“I’m a naturally motivated person and I felt that the
Aldinga Youth Centre would be a very rewarding place
to volunteer,” Tahlia says.
“Every age group has something to offer the community
and by volunteering I can help to understand what our
youth are looking for and help to provide programs,
activities and events that interest and engage them.”
school, community, urban and rural gardens.
Kangarilla resident Valerie Thorpe, who won the rural
category, says building up her garden has been a 43-year
labour of love.
“I’m out there nearly every day,” Valerie says.
Valerie Thorpe in her winning garden
haven’t had something to do in the garden.
“I’m on a pension now and some days I’m out there from 9.30
been honoured for their skill and hard work in the Mayor’s
to 5.00, especially in the summer, watering and taking care
Garden Competition awards.
Held on 30 November, at the Noarlunga Civic Centre, the
• Administration support
“These avid gardeners help enhance the presentation and
• Program facilitation
“In fact I can barely think of a day since I started it when I
Green-thumbed residents of the City of Onkaparinga have
Volunteer vacancies are currently available at the
City of Onkaparinga’s three youth centres in the
following roles:
• Program support
Gearing up for another big Australia Day in our city
the morning, and entertainment including children’s activities
awards recognised the outstanding gardens that brighten the
city and the local gardeners committed to maintaining them.
liveability of the Onkaparinga region,” City of Onkaparinga
Mayor Lorraine Rosenberg says.
• Gardener
“Each garden is beautiful and unique which makes judging the
• Event support.
competition difficult every year.
If you are interested contact our
Volunteer Management Support Officer Janelle
Clarke on 8301 7314 or at
[email protected]
“Thank you to all who entered their gardens for your personal
of everything.
“If I don’t feel well, I go out in the garden – just being out in
the garden can make you forget all your problems.”
Valerie, along with the other three category winners, received
a framed award along with a certificate, lapel pin and gift.
The urban category winner was Pamela Langdon-Walsh from
Port Willunga while the Aldinga Community Garden won the
community category.
Christie Downs Primary School took out the school category
time and effort into making our city the strong, vibrant
with Clarendon Primary School runner-up.
community that it is.
Two further categories (courtyard and business/commercial)
”Councillor Hazel Wainwright, Team Leader Parks and
did not receive nominations this year.
PARK TRANSFORMATION
WINS AWARD
that still met all the requirements of the Environment
Protection Authority.”
While unconventional, their idea to stockpile over 24,000
tonne of surplus materials from road construction projects at
a nearby quarry proved a cost-effective solution to capping
the landfill.
Topsoil removed from the site was also stockpiled and reused
at later stages in the project to reduce the carbon footprint
associated with purchasing and transporting imported fill.
“We wanted our design to embrace the natural landscape
rather than to manufacture overcomplicated solutions in
isolation,” Victoria says.
“For example instead of using a traditional concrete channel
for drainage we’ve used a geo-fabric membrane liner with
rocks over the top.
“It achieves the same outcome but it’s a lot cheaper and more
aesthetically appropriate for the setting.”
These revisions brought the cost down to $2.6 million, which
left $900,000 remaining in their original budget.
Maslin Beach resident Alistair Walker uses the reserve’s facilities every week
Former landfill site Frank Hilton
Reserve at Maslin Beach has
taken out the “Hard Won
Victory” category at the Planning
Institute of South Australia’s
annual awards.
Its transformation to an attractive public space that includes
a coastal-themed playground has taken seven years and
required innovative problem-solving to overcome a range of
environmental and economic issues.
City of Onkaparinga Project Leader Victoria Masterman says
the end result reflects her team’s resilience and commitment to
improving the environment for the community and visitors.
“The solutions that we came up with right through the design
and planning process and into construction are a result of
challenging ourselves to think differently about how we can do
things,” Victoria says.
“A cost evaluation when initial plans were thought to be
complete in 2010 came back at $5.9 million, which was
substantially over our budget of $3.5 million.
“With in-house design staff we then applied ourselves to find
more efficient and cheaper solutions to remediate the landfill
Consultation with the local community, Kaurna representatives
and groups including the Native Vegetation Council, Coast
Protection Board and Maslin Beach Community Association
continued throughout the project.
Plenty of thought has also gone into the design of the play
area, which includes shade sails, fitness equipment, public
artwork and limestone feature walls.
Victoria says the council will continue its close monitoring of
the site for a minimum of 25 years to ensure it remains safe
and environmentally sustainable.
“It has been an extensive process,” she says.
“But it’s brought wonderful rewards that all the community and
visitors to the City of Onkaparinga can enjoy – so we were
very proud to see our hard work recognised with this award.”
DOG-FREE
BEACH
With 450 parks and reserves
and 31km of foreshore
available for dog exercise, the
City of Onkaparinga now offers
a dog-prohibited area on the
foreshore at Port Noarlunga.
Dogs are prohibited between the northern-most point of the
Tony Burrows plays with his three year-old grandson Toby at Port Noarlunga
beach and the southern end of its surf life saving club from
“The dog-free foreshore area between the surf life saving
“I think it’s a good system to have because people can choose
10am to 8pm during daylight savings time.
club and cliffs consists of about 200m of beach that is ideally
where they want to play or walk.”
Dog exercise and socialisation is still permitted on the beach
suited to families and children.
The Council also introduced requirements for dogs to be
south of the surf life saving club up to the entry point at
“All submissions, petitions and deputations from the community
kept on leashes in environmentally sensitive areas of Tangari
were considered at our meetings to help us reach this decision.”
Regional Park in Woodcroft in October last year.
Seaford resident Tony Burrows says his three year-old
Meanwhile the Minkarra Dog Park at Happy Valley and six
grandson Toby feels more confident playing on the dog-
off-leash dog exercise areas along the City of Onkaparinga’s
prohibited stretch of beach.
foreshore remain popular with dog-owners.
Onkaparinga River.
City of Onkaparinga Mayor Lorraine Rosenberg says the
Council consulted extensively with the local community before
implementing these changes.
“I don’t have to worry about young Toby getting bowled over
“We want to ensure our beaches and parks remain a place
by an overly excited dog,” Tony says.
to meet for pleasure, exercise and safety for everyone,” Mayor
“It’s still a dog-friendly area but this part of the beach is now
Rosenberg says.
more family-friendly.
Further information and advice on
where to exercise your dog within the
City of Onkaparinga can be found at
www.onkaparingacity.com
PERSISTENCE
THUMBS UP
BIG GREEN
BRINGS SUCCESS
Keen gardener Barbara Watson loads up her trailer with green waste
As of February 2016,
residents can use the green
organics drop-off service at
the Lonsdale site to dispose of
excess garden waste between
the 1st and 7th of each month.
The free service was previously only available on the
last Sunday of each month and three extra Sundays
over spring.
Tanya and Michael at their Lonsdale business
While the council used to offer three drop-off sites,
Establishing their thriving boat-
the Aberfoyle Park site will cease operating at the
end of January due to building expansions by its
private landowner.
“We evaluated the service and looked extensively at
options for relocation,” Waste and Recycling Officer
Lynda Wedding says.
“Although we appreciate that our northern residents
may have to drive further to drop the material off
under the changes, we feel the fact that they can
go there any time over seven days of each month
instead of one Sunday gives them greater flexibility.
building business in Lonsdale
hasn’t been all smooth sailing for
Tanya and Marko Bacic.
“We built our first boat at 22 years old and the biggest
challenge was getting customers to put faith in us as a young,
unknown company,” Tanya says.
“This also reduces the chance of a long queue, which
“But ultimately it’s been such a rewarding process.
was often an issue at the Aberfoyle Park location.”
“We love boating ourselves and our passion for our product
The Aldinga site is unaffected by the changes and
One of their completed Nautical Star boats
has led the business to a point where customers know they’re
Nautic Star’s recent projects have included building their
green organics bin collection service to all City of
getting no compromises in performance and quality of build.”
second high-speed fisheries patrol vessel and a commercial
Onkaparinga residents.
The Bacic’s company, Nautic Star, has been building custom
transfer vessel. They are currently building a boat for the South
aluminium boats for government, charter, commercial and
Australia Research and Development Institute and also build
lot easier” for her as a keen gardener.
recreational use since 1999.
custom trailers.
“We’re always in the garden and this gives me more
They are designed to cope with some of the most extreme
Marko says Lonsdale within the City of Onkaparinga has
conditions in Australia and built to comply with the
been a convenient and welcoming environment for the Nautic
Previous regulations still apply to both functioning
internationally recognised Lloyd’s Register standards.
Star business base.
drop-off sites.
“Our business philosophy has always been to strive for
“Seventeen years ago we chose Lonsdale to start our business
perfection,” Tanya says.
over other commercial areas because we noticed a much
council office in person.
“That’s taken us to boat shows all over the world to ensure
better community rapport,” Marko says.
Each residential property is permitted to drop off
we’re supplying our customers nothing but the best products
“We have forged many friendships and always felt supported
available on the international market.
as we put in the hard hours to build products – and more
into compost or mulch.
“You are never too young to make your dreams reality if you
broadly a company – that we’re proud of.
For more information about the green
organics drop-off service or to apply for a
green waste pass, phone 8384 0666 or visit
www.onkaparingacity.com
are driven by passion and prepared to work hard, long hours
“Lonsdale has a lot to offer with top quality products and
to get ahead – I think that’s what Marko and I have proven
services and we hope to continue working together in the
with Nautic Star.”
future while watching other businesses grow.”
the council will continue to offer its four-weekly
Noarlunga resident Barbara Watson says the extra
time to access the drop-off service “will make life a
opportunities to get rid of the green waste – so that’s
terrific,” Barbara says.
A green waste pass is required and can be applied
for online, by phoning the council or visiting any
up to one cubic metre – or one 6x4 trailer-load – of
garden vegetation per month, which is then recycled
SISTER SCHOOL OPPORTUNITY
The delegation from Changli, China meet staff at Woodcroft College
Negotiations for a sister school
partnership between Woodcroft
College and a school in
Changli, China are underway
following a delegation visit
arranged by the City of
Onkaparinga.
partnership opportunities when she met with senior staff at the
and our fantastic lifestyle, they will become regional
school in China in November.
ambassadors for Onkaparinga, telling everyone about our
“There are a number of possibilities within a sister school
great our city and South Australia,” Mayor Rosenberg says.
relationship which help to prepare and assist our staff and
“This new relationship between Woodcroft College and
students to successfully work across cultures,” Louise says.
Number One Middle School is further evidence of the value in
“In particular we are looking at teacher exchange visits and
our efforts as a council to drive international collaboration and
pedagogical learning opportunities, establishing platform and
investment and secure the economic future of our city.”
resource sharing between our schools, engaging in language
The University of Adelaide’s Confucius Institute, which promotes
and cultural exchange and offering places for students coming
the learning of Chinese language and culture, is working
to Australia to complete their high school education.”
closely with the City of Onkaparinga on this initiative.
Two to four week student placements within both schools
Executive Officer Aaron Duff says the Confucius Institute sees
are being considered as a stepping stone to a more formal
massive potential for the Onkaparinga region in investment,
agreement which would include longer stays and potentially
trade, education and tourism.
teacher exchange.
Included in the delegation was Headmaster of Hebei Changli
“As well as providing a tangible platform for students and
City of Onkaparinga Mayor Lorraine Rosenberg says these
Number One Middle School, Mr Liu Yongjun, who showed
teachers to engage with and learn about China firsthand, the
exchanges will help to build awareness in China of the entire
strong interest in Woodcroft College.
connections made between Woodcroft College and Changli’s
Onkaparinga region.
top middle school will help broaden the overall Onkaparinga-
Woodcroft College Director of International Programs Louise
“I think what we will find is that once students and families
Changli sister city agreement and importantly share the
Skull built on their discussions and continued exploring
have experienced Woodcroft College, our clean environment
benefits with the local community,” Adam says.
But the City of Onkaparinga’s Work Group Coordinator -
“His work at local government level to deliver projects
Open Space says seeing the community enjoy the fruits of his
that have resulted in improvements to open spaces in his
time and energy always makes the wait worth it.
community is equally matched by his energy and enthusiasm
“When we open a playground that we’ve just finished putting
to strengthen the sector as a whole.”
The council’s sister city agreement with Changli County in
Hebei Province prompted a return visit of senior government
and private business representatives in October.
‘FUN’ MANAGER’S
NATIONAL AWARD
in and see kids climbing all over it – that’s a fantastic feeling,”
Andrew says.
“Sometimes the rewards of seeing what you’ve done are a
while in coming but once you do see it come together you
realise you’ve got it right.”
Andrew Smith having fun at Rotary Park
It can take months – or
sometimes years – for Andrew
Smith to see tangible results from
his work planning parks and
community spaces.
While leading teams to complete projects and develop local
government policy, Andrew shares his knowledge at industry
seminars, via the industry journal and as a mentor supporting
other professionals in the sector.
As well as serving for 21 years in his role at the council,
He says he was “pleasantly surprised” to receive the award
Andrew has been a member of Parks and Leisure Australia
but that accolades are never at the front of his mind.
since its creation in 1998.
“It’s nice to be recognised but successful work in this industry
Fittingly his contribution to the industry was recognised with the
is really about a team effort from like-minded people around
Frank Stewart Distinguished Service Award at the Parks and
Australia,” Andrew says.
Leisure Australia National Awards of Excellence Gala Dinner
in November.
Parks and Leisure Australia CEO Mark Band says Andrew is a
deserving winner of the award which, named after a former
federal minister for tourism, is the most prestigious individual
“What I actually get a real kick out of is going back to
projects that I may have been involved in 15 or 20 years ago
and having a look at how the landscape has developed.
“Where we might have planted trees that were only a metre
award the association bestows.
high, some of those trees are now 20 metres high.
“Andrew has demonstrated an unparalleled commitment to the
“It’s always nice to see that your project has changed the
sector over a long period of time,” Mark says.
character of the landscape for the better.”
YOUTH & RECREATION
National Youth Week launch event
Saturday 9 April
‘The Quarry’, Seaford
A celebration of local young people and a day full of fun things to do
including skate/scooter/BMX competitions, arts experiences, live music,
fabulous food and much more. Keep your eyes peeled on
www.facebook.com/onkaparingayouth/ to see the wealth of exciting things
for young people to do.
For further information contact Tyson Brown, Senior Youth Officer on
8301 7273 or [email protected]
National Youth Week activities
Friday 8–Sunday 17 April
Various locations
Through our NYW grants program we have funded a suite of cool things
to do. For all the details click on www.facebook.com/onkaparingayouth/
to maximise your celebrations in NYW 2016.
For further information contact Natasha Moroney, Community Development
Officer–Youth on [email protected]
Outdoor Cinema in Ramsay Place
Saturday 27 February, 6.30–10pm
Ramsay Place, Noarlunga Centre
(outside Colonnades Shopping Centre)
Ramsay Place will come alive with a themed family friendly screening of the
classic Chitty Chitty Bang Bang which will captivate movie goers young and
old and rekindle and create fond memories.
For further information contact Hopgood Theatre on 7009 4400 or visit
www.hopgoodtheatre.com.au
Activate Ramsay Place
Saturday 6 February–Saturday 30 April
Ramsay Place, Noarlunga Centre
Invigorating Ramsay Place through a series of fun activities, Activate Ramsay
Place will be launched on 6 February with a fun event for families including
kids entertainment, singing, dancing and games. Three months of activities
include a puppet show, music, drumming and dance inspired by the music of
the world, outdoor cinema, school choirs, band and theatre performances, live
music by local artists, science learning, morning tea from Colleen the Teacup
caravan, artist in residence delivering audio theatre work, come ‘n’ try table
tennis, City of Onkaparinga Pipe Band, art themed event of film, music and
art by young people, weekly mobile playgroup for families and following the
yellow brick road through community centre.
For further information contact Natasha Moroney, Community Development
Officer–Youth on [email protected] or visit
www.onkaparingacity.com/ramsayplace/activate
Onkaparinga Youth
School holidays, afterhours weekdays and weekends
Onkaparinga Youth (Reynella, Christie Downs and Aldinga)
Onkaparinga Youth provides a range of cool things to do such as art and
music workshops, cooking, skate, scooter and BMX clinics and much more.
Scroll through www.facebook.com/onkaparingayouth/ to make sure you don’t
miss the amazing opportunities.
For further information please contact Tyson Brown, Senior Youth Officer on
8301 7273 or [email protected]
“Name this Space” competition
Closes Friday 19 February
Onkaparinga Youth (Aldinga, Reynella and Christie Downs)
We need your help to name our three youth venues and you can have a crack
at winning up to three iPad Minis and be formally recognised at the National
Youth Week launch event on 9 April.
Onkaparinga Youth works with young people aged 8–25 and operates from
three dedicated youth spaces at Aldinga, Christie Downs and Reynella.
Do you live, work, volunteer or study in the Onkaparinga region? This is for
you. Enter your suggested names for one, two or three of our venues, see how
you go. Enter as many times as you like. For terms and conditions visit
www.facebook.com/onkaparingayouth/
For further information contact Tyson Brown, Senior Youth Officer on
8301 7273 or [email protected]
Ideas Lab
Monday 8–Friday 12 February, 4–6pm
Onkaparinga Youth – Reynella, 10 Main South Road, Reynella
Drop in and share your ideas on what programs and opportunities you would
like to see locally for young people with the team and Youth Reference Group.
Take a tour of the youth space, find out more about our fun, fresh range of
programs and contribute to a giant collaboration art piece.
For further information contact Onkaparinga Youth–Reynella on (08) 8387
5577 or [email protected]
Youth Action Forum
Tuesday 16 February, 9.30am–2.30pm
Onkaparinga Youth – Reynella, 18 Main South Road, Reynella
The Onkaparinga Youth Committee is organising the forum to provide
leadership development, motivation and an opportunity to have your say
on relevant youth issues. For ages 12–25 years.
For further information contact Ali Hilton, Community Development
Officer–Youth, 0400 279 328 or [email protected]
Love Your Heart Valentine Walk
Friday 12 February, 6pm
Port Noarlunga Surf Life Saving Club, Cnr Saltfleet Street and The
Esplanade, Port Noarlunga
Come along and get your heart pumping for not only a loved one, but for
exercise. Couples and singles of all ages are welcome to participate in a fun
beach walk of either 2 or 4kms. Meals are available afterwards at the Port
Noarlunga Surf Life Saving Club, bookings essential.
For further information please contact Briony Gorton, Administration Officer
on 8384 0697.
OACNET Sports Club Development Training
Wednesday 20 January, 6pm–9pm
Location to be advised
Governance – Skills for boards and committees workshop. If you are on a
sporting club board or committee, register for this free workshop designed
to develop your skills and knowledge to work effectively on a board or
committee. Workshop covers topics such as legal responsibilities, meetings,
financial controls, leadership and good governance.
For further information contact Briony Gorton, Administration Officer
on 8384 0697.
OACNET Sports Club Development Training
Wednesday 3 February, 6–7.30pm
Location to be advised
Volunteer Development – VStar workshop. The Office for Recreation and Sport
will deliver this free session for sports clubs, which covers attracting volunteers,
the benefits of VStar and how to use the VStar volunteer management tool.
For further information please contact Briony Gorton, Administration Officer
on 8384 0697.
OACNET Sports Club Development Training
Wednesday 24 February, 6–9pm
Location to be advised
Refining Grants workshop. Sports clubs can attend this free workshop to
understand the ins and outs of grant writing. Some topics covered in this
session include understanding the planning process for successful grant writing,
budgeting procedures and requirements and understanding risk assessment
and management. For further information contact Briony Gorton,
Administration Officer on 8384 0697.
INSIGHT
OACNET Sports Club Development Training
Wednesday 30 March, 6–9pm
Location to be advised
Sports Trainer – Intermediate Taping workshop. Sports Medicine SA/NT will
deliver this free hands on intermediate taping session for sports trainers.
Learn the techniques to effectively tape players at your club.
For further information contact Briony Gorton, Administration Officer
on 8384 0697.
OACNET Sports Club Development Training
Wednesday 6 April, 6–9pm
Location to be advised
Essentials for Coaching Children workshop. Facilitated by the Office for
Recreation and Sport, this free interactive session aims to give new or aspiring
coaches of any age the basic skills, knowledge and tips needed to provide an
effective, enjoyable sporting experience for the children they coach.
For further information contact Briony Gorton, Administration Officer
on 8384 0697.
COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS
Seaford Meadows Twilight Expo
Thursday 21 January
The Reserve opposite Seaford Meadows Shopping Centre
This event is an opportunity to connect with your local community through
lots of fun, interactive activities and stalls.
For further information contact Linda Enright, Community Development
Officer – Neighbourhood Development on 8301 7221 or
[email protected]
One Billion Rising
Sunday 14 February, time to be confirmed
Rotary Park, Beach Road Christies Beach
Come and be a part of a flash mob dance to end violence against women.
For further information contact Rosalind Clarke at
[email protected]
Recruitment for 2016–17 Every Generation Onkaparinga
Reference Group
Meetings held monthly from April to November
City of Onkaparinga Civic Centre, Ramsay Place, Noarlunga Centre
Our Every Generation Onkaparinga (EGO) “Celebrating Positive Ageing”
program celebrates the outstanding achievements and valuable contributions
people of all ages, cultures and abilities make to positive ageing in our
communities. During the month of October various events and activities are
held for people to come together to celebrate and acknowledge these
achievements and contributions. EGO is planned and implemented with advice
and support from a reference group made up of community representatives and
elected members. We are now looking for eight representatives drawn from
both seniors’ organisations and the broader City of Onkaparinga community to
join the 2016–17 EGO Reference Group. The key functions, eligibility criteria
and application form can be found on the EGO webpage at
www.onkaparingacity.com/ego
For further information contact Justin Ifould, Community Development Officer –
Ageing Communities on 8384 0120 or [email protected]
Harmony Day
Sunday 20 March 2016, 2–4pm
Arts Centre, Gawler Street, Port Noarlunga
Come together for a community event to celebrate our diversity and welcome
people from all backgrounds into our community. Enjoy music, dance, activities
and food from around the world.
For more information please contact Rosalind Clarke, Community Development
Officer – Neighbourhoods on 8384 0739 or [email protected]
Multicultural Gathering
Friday 12 February, Friday 11 March, Friday 8 April, 6–9pm
Christie Downs Community House, Corner Morton and Flaxmill Roads,
Christie Downs
Multicultural Gathering connects newly arrived residents to their communities
through a shared dinner where people can meet others from emerging
communities, and their local community. All welcome to attend this free monthly
event in an informal, welcoming and friendly environment. Different activities are
offered each month including craft and music amongst other activities, which
are usually community lead. If you can, please bring a plate of food to share.
For further information contact Rosalind Clarke, Community Development
Officer – Neighbourhoods on 8384 0739 or [email protected]
COMMUNITY CENTRES
Youth Notes
Saturday 20 February, 6.30pm
Coromandel Community Centre, Weymouth Oval, 442B Main Road,
Coromandel Valley
Family friendly Fringe event where young performers (aged 13-25 years) will
be showcasing their musical talent. Artists playing were chosen via a selection
panel. Acoustic guitarist/singer; Aden Quinn will perform between sets. Some
catering will be on sale. If rain is forecast the event will be moved to inside the
community centre.
For further information please contact the Coromandel Community Centre
on 8370 6880.
Free rock and roll event
Saturday 26 March, 11am–3pm
Christie Downs Community House, Cnr of Morton and Flaxmill Roads,
Christie Downs
Rock and roll band, dancing, bouncy castle, face painters, balloon clown,
children’s activities. Food and drink on sale at the event.
For further information contact Christie Downs Community House
on 8384 6894.
Raising funds for the Lions hearing dogs
Monday 1 February, 10.30am–12.30pm
Wakefield House, 65 Acre Avenue, Morphett Vale
Lions hearing dogs have transformed the lives of hundreds of Australians. They
give their owners the opportunity to become more independent and are loyal
companions for many years. Join us for lunch and a guest speaker and help
raise much needed funds.
For further information contact Wakefield House on 8384 6158.
RSPCA getting ready for winter
Monday 14–18 March
Wakefield House, 65 Acre Avenue, Morphett Vale
Wakefield House will be a drop off point for dry or tinned dog food, blankets,
old towels, dog jackets and toys. We will deliver to the RSPCA Shelter at
Lonsdale on Monday 21 April.
For further information contact Wakefield House on 8384 6158.
ARTS AND INCLUSION
Get your Groove On
Thursday 18 February, 5-7pm
Ramsay Place, Noarlunga Centre
Come join in a free public dance and music event as part of Activate
Ramsay Place. Performances by Flourish Tribal and Shedtastic. barbeque
and drinks available.
For further information contact the Disability Program on 8384 0661.
Harmony Day
Sunday 20 March, 2-4pm
The Arts Centre, Gawler Street, Port Noarlunga
Celebrating the diversity in our community including a Shedtastic Performance.
For further information please contact the Community Development Officer on
8384 0739.
Counting Bars
Wednesday 13 January, 11am
The Arts Centre, Gawler Street, Port Noarlunga
The tale of the singing inmates is an a cappella musical, produced and
directed by mitre Khammash. The story follows prison inmates who bond over
cappella singing and decide to enter the prison talent contest. What they
don’t know is that a crazy inmate is planning to take them out of the contest,
in potentially deadly ways. An out of the square event. $17 per ticket.
For further information contact The Arts Centre on 8326 5577.
Seasons of a Lifetime
Wednesday 10 February, 11am
The Arts Centre, Gawler Street, Port Noarlunga
The Dots are an eight person group (2 male/6 females) performing
songs in both a cappella and accompanied styles. The set list is varied
including contemporary ballads, “mash ups” of older songs, up tempo song
arrangements all based around the concept of seasons of a lifetime. We fall
out of love, we find “the one”, we enter other stages and ages where we run
the gamut of stress, joy, fame and misfortune, we lose love, lose friends, we
celebrate life and reflect on our adventures of our times. An out of the square
event. $17 per ticket.
For further information contact The Arts Centre on 8326 5577.
Sway My Way
Wednesday 11 March, 11am
The Arts Centre, Gawler Street, Port Noarlunga
Michael Coumi presents a smooth compact song and dance show featuring
“Rat-Pack” classics such as Mack the Knife, My Way and Puttin’ On The Ritz
amongst many others from the great American Songbook. Michael punctuates
his songs with impersonations, jokes and anecdotes mixing in tap and soft shoe
routines with a gentle and suave sophistication. An out of the square event.
$17 per ticket.
For further information contact The Arts Centre on 8326 5577.
Our Love Affair
Wednesday 13 April, 11am
The Arts Centre, Gawler Street, Port Noarlunga
Jamie Jewell and Selena Britz present a nostalgic celebration of songs from
the classic Judy Garland and Mickey Rooney MGM films. George and Ira
Gershwin, Rodgers and Hart, Arthur Freed amongst other composers, all wrote
some of their best compositions for these tow amazing performers. Whether
you’ve seen a Judy or Mickey movie or not, their treasure chest of American
standards makes for fun filled entertainment. An out of the square event.
$17 per ticket.
For further information please contact The Arts Centre on 8326 5577.
School holiday entertainment – Space Spectacular
Friday 15 January, 11am
The Arts Centre, Gawler Street, Port Noarlunga
Blasting off with Astro Nought and Galaxy Girl all the way to Bubbleland.
Follow the trail of bubbles all the way to the giant parachute play dome. An out
of the square event. $10 per ticket.
For further information contact The Arts Centre on 8326 5577.
School holiday programs (presented by Starlets SA) Princess Ball
Wednesday 20 January, 9.45am–12.45pm
The Arts Centre, Gawler Street, Port Noarlunga
Calling all royalty, put on your prettiest dresses and tiaras and join us for a
princess celebration. $25 per child per session.
For further information contact The Arts Centre on 8326 5577.
School Holiday Programs (Presented by Starlets SA)
Hawaiian Beach Party
Thursday 28 January, 9.45am–12.45pm
The Arts Centre, Gawler Street, Port Noarlunga
Play, create and dance at our summer party. $25 per child per session.
For further information contact The Arts Centre on 8326 5577.
Exhibitions–Surf 2015
Exhibition on display until 24 January
The Arts Centre, Gawler Street, Port Noarlunga
The annual surf art exhibition has become one of the pivotal features of the
annual program at The Arts Centre. Carving a place in the hearts and souls of
the southern arts calendar, the exhibition celebrates not only surfing culture, but
our region’s history, stunning coastal environment and lifestyle.
For further information please contact: The Arts Centre on 8326 5577.
Artists and Writer in Residence at Sauerbier House
March–May (Wednesday–Friday 10am–4pm; Saturday noon-4pm)
Sauerbier House, 21 Wearing Street, Port Noarlunga
Lorelei Medcalf (City of Onkaparinga), Veronica Calarco (Wales), Lisa Harms
(SA). Sauerbier House is dedicated to the creation of living cultural dialogues
and local creative exchanges. It incorporates artist and writers’ studios and
contemporary art exhibition spaces. Site-responsive artworks unfold across
quarterly studio residencies. Openings are held seasonally.
For further information visit our website http://onkaparingacity.com/arts
LIBRARIES
Summer Reading Club
Onkaparinga libraries will again be challenging local kids to enjoy reading
books of their choice over the long summer break.
The theme for Summer Reading Club this year is ‘Lost worlds’ and there will be
plenty of activities in all our libraries to explore this theme and have some fun.
Bookings are essential.
For further information visit onkaparingacity.com
Aldinga/Willunga Libraries
Friday 22 January, 12.30–4pm
Join us for a GooRoo animation workshop and create your own dinosaur movie
Suitable for primary school aged children.
To book phone 8384 0022 or visit our website.
Noarlunga Library
Thursday 21 January, 10.30am–12:30pm
Join us for a lost worlds themed movie.
Suitable for school aged children.
To book phone 8384 0655 or visit our website.
Woodcroft Library
Thursday 21 January, 2–5pm
Suitable for children 10 and over.
Enter a dystopian world and play a game or two of laser tag.
Woodcroft Library
Friday 29 January, 10am–12pm
Join us for a cartoon workshop.
Suitable for children 6 and over.
To book phone 8384 0050 or visit our website.