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10 September 2025
Walking Woman Silhouette Unveiled in Lenswood to Honour Pioneer Women
A striking new silhouette artwork has been installed in Lenswood to celebrate the resilience and contribution of pioneering women in the Adelaide Hills.
9 September 2025
Adelaide Hills native habitat gardening workshop
Grow a garden haven for yourself and native wildlife.
5 September 2025
Meet Adam Newton our first dedicated Fire Prevention Officer
Heading into fire danger season, we asked Adam a few questions about his new role and keeping our community fire safe
28 August 2025
Council deferred decision on Gumeracha Op Shop
At the 26 August meeting Council resolved to undertake a stakeholder engagement process regarding the Gumeracha Op Shop and report back to Council on the results in late October.
25 August 2025
Farewell soy sauce fish!
South Australia has officially said goodbye to the little soy sauce fish.
25 August 2025
Are you a textile based artist in the Hills looking for a studio space?
Makers studio spaces at Fabrik. 20% off studio hire for October & November 2025.
25 August 2025
View the candidates in the Council Supplementary Election
Ballot papers arriving after August 26. Voting open until September 22.
21 August 2025
Get involved in the FrogWatch SA spring census
Spring is nearly here, and that means more frog calls in our creeks, dams, and backyards. From 1–8 September, FrogWatch SA is running its spring census, and you can help.
21 August 2025
Can I collect firewood from Council roads or reserves?
During colder months, it can be tempting to collect fallen timber or dead trees from roadsides or Council reserves for firewood. However, this is not permitted and penalties do apply.
20 August 2025
Aldgate Primary School plants for National Tree Day at Cox Creek, Bridgewater
On Friday 1 August, Aldgate Primary School’s Year 5–6 students rolled up their sleeves for National Tree Day, continuing their long-term commitment to restoring Cox Creek in Bridgewater.
12 August 2025
Funds approved for structural works at the Old Onkaparinga Woollen Mill site
At a Special Council Meeting on 4 August 2025, we resolved to allocate over half a million dollars to carry out urgent ‘keep safe’ works on the culvert beneath the buildings at the Old Onkaparinga Woollen Mill.
28 July 2025
Community Grant applications open 1 September.
Community grants support local non-profit, sporting and community groups.
28 July 2025
Lobethal sculpture reflects spirit of reconciliation at Fabrik
A striking new public artwork has been installed at the entrance of Fabrik Arts + Heritage in Lobethal.
Fantastic events, held right here in the Adelaide Hills
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SALA at the Summit Adelaide Hills Connections Exhibition
A community exhibition from 4 August to 11 September featuring a diverse range of artists from across the region, showcasing artworks in various mediums reflecting connections to community, nature, environment and history of the Adelaide Hills.
Oakbank Market
Come along to this artisan, homemade and craft market, held on the second Saturday of the month
Yurrebilla Ultra Marathon
The Yurrebilla Trail is one of Adelaide’s treasures winding its way through a series of National Parks and Conservation Reserves
Use the interactive map to explore the local area and discover facilities, community centres, and things to do, see and visit.
Community Consultations
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13 September 2025
Are you a parent in the Hills with a child who has a disability? 🙌 MyTime Australia is here to support you. With 24 groups across SA, and now one in Stirling – MyTime offers a place to unwind, connect
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13 September 2025
Are you a parent in the Hills with a child who has a disability? 🙌 MyTime Australia is here to support you. With 24 groups across SA, and now one in Stirling – MyTime offers a place to unwind, connect
@adelhillscouncil
12 September 2025
Love a country market? 🛍️ Head to the Oakbank Market at the Oakbank Soldiers Memorial Hall tomorrow from 9 am to 2 pm! Browse a great range of stalls featuring giftware, books, plants, jewellery, clothing, and condiments. 🎶☕Enjoy live music
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12 September 2025
AHC FIVE STAR FRIDAY ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Book: I Who Have Never Known Men by Jacqueline Harpman 🌙 Reviewer: Rachel 📖Synopsis 📖 "As far back as I can recall, I have been in the bunker." A young woman is kept in a
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12 September 2025
In the mood for a thrill *and* a chuckle? If you liked The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman then you should borrow these exciting and witty crime (audio)books... 💀 Death Comes to Marlow by Robert Thorogood 🔪 Everyone in
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11 September 2025
We’ve revised our proposed Hills Local By-Laws after listening to your feedback — now we’d like your thoughts again before we finalise them. 🔹 By-law 4: Bin collection rules — We've extended the time. Bins can now go out from
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10 September 2025
Grab the gardening team! 🍃 FREE green waste drop-off is on again this weekend! Saturday 13, and Sunday 14, September 🗓️ at the Heathfield, Woodside and Gumeracha Depots between 9 am and 4 pm. Find out more 👉 www.ahc.sa.gov.au/greenwaste
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9 September 2025
This Saturday, join us for a FREE Composting and Worm Farming Workshop 🌱 Join composting guru Alan Shephard to discover: ▪️ The benefits of composting ▪️ How composting cuts greenhouse gases ▪️ The magic of humus to enrich your soil
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8 September 2025
Are you aged 16–25 and living in the Hills? 💡Do you want to make a difference and have your voice heard? The headspace Mount Barker Youth Reference Group is looking for passionate young people to: ✅ Gain leadership and teamwork
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7 September 2025
Grab the gardening team! 🍃 FREE green waste drop-off is on again this Wednesday, 11 September, 🗓️ at the Heathfield, Woodside, and Gumeracha Depots between 9 am and 4 pm. Find out more 👉 www.ahc.sa.gov.au/greenwaste
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7 September 2025
Do you work from home in the Hills? 💻 Craving some real-life connection in your work week? CoWork Club is a free, casual meet-up for local remote workers by Spark Connection. It's a space to bring your laptop, grab a
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6 September 2025
The Uraidla Market is on again this Sunday! 🛍️ From 10 am to 3 pm at their beautiful new temporary location, in the old church (formally Lost in the Forest) next to the Uraidla Institute (1203 Greenhill Rd, Uraidla). 🎨