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Council services and opening hours over the holiday period

Find out about bins, libraries, community and services centre hours and more

Santos Tour Down Under 2026

Find out about road closures, viewing places, events and live spectator sites. All the information you need in one place.

Get festive in the Hills

Learn what's happening and where to shop around the Adelaide Hills this festive season

Stage 4 of the Amy Gillett Bikeway officially opens

The newest section of the Amy Gillett Bikeway has officially opened, extending the popular cycling and walking trail from Mount Torrens to Birdwood.

Latest news

Stay up-to-date with Council news and read all about the places, people and very best of what the Adelaide Hills has to offer.

Women racing at Santos Tour Down Under

15 December 2025

The Santos Tour Down Under rolls through the Hills in January. Find out more about road closures, routes and events.

The AHC Council website has everything you need to know about the TDU in our region

FABRIK Handmade Christmas Market
A light display in front of a house
Lobethal Christmas Pageant

Handmade Christmas Market @ FABRIK

Perfectly timed for you to finish your Christmas shopping and fill up your festive table with handmade artisan wares and locally produced treasures at Lobethal’s most sparkling time of year.

Lights of Lobethal Festival

The largest community Christmas light display in the southern hemisphere is again set for an incredible Christmas season bringing joy to South Australians

Lobethal Pageant

The much-loved Lobethal Christmas Pageant Parade returns to the Lobethal Main Street on the 23rd of December, bringing festive cheer and holiday magic to the heart of the town.

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Explore the Adelaide
Hills Council region

Use the interactive map to explore the local area and discover facilities, community centres, and things to do, see and visit.

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19 December 2025

The Woodside Market is on again this Saturday! 🛍️ Pick up some Christmas gifts and check out the unique arts and crafts, fresh local produce, home-baked treats, plants, and second-hand gems. 🕓 8 am to 1 pm at the Woodside

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19 December 2025

Get excited to read over the summer and challenge yourself with AHC Libraries' fun SUMMER READING CHALLENGES! 🌞📚🏅There are two categories; the 'Summer Book Bingo' is open for children and teenagers ages 5-18 and, excitingly, for the first time we

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19 December 2025

AHC FIVE STAR FRIDAY ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Book: The Quiet American by Graham Greene 🎧 Reviewer: Andy 📖Synopsis 📖 Pyle is a brash young idealist sent out by Washington on a mysterious mission to Saigon, where the French Army struggles against the

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19 December 2025

🎄 Tomorrow is the Fabrik Handmade Christmas Market! 📅 Saturday 20 December 🕔 11am–9pm ✨ Browse beautiful handmade pieces and soak up the festive atmosphere at Fabrik Arts & Heritage in Lobethal. 🧵 Amazing maker stalls 🎲 Kids activities 🎶

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18 December 2025

East Waste will not be collecting bins on Christmas Day or New Year’s Day. 🎄 Collections will be the day after your normal collection day for these weeks. 💡 Example: Normal Thursday collections will be Friday. For details visit 👉

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18 December 2025

The Stirling Christmas Shopping Night is on TONIGHT! 🎁 Enjoy extended shop hours, 🎶 live music, 🎅 kids' crafts, giant games, 🎉 and the chance to WIN a local shopping voucher by voting for the Best Christmas Window Display. Find

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18 December 2025

If you or your family fall sick with a minor illness this summer holiday, 🤕 and you can’t get in to see your GP: Two nurse-led clinics at 📍 Gumeracha and Strathalbyn are open all summer, including public holidays (except

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18 December 2025

East Waste will not be collecting bins on Christmas Day or New Year’s Day. 🎄 Collections will be the day after your normal collection day for these weeks. 💡 Example: Normal Thursday collections will be Friday. For details visit 👉

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17 December 2025

We look forward to seeing you at the Stirling Christmas Shopping Night tomorrow! Gather your family and friends for a festive night in the heart of Stirling Village. Enjoy extended hours at your favourite local shops, cafes, and restaurants, plus

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17 December 2025

Have you got your bushfire survival plan completed? 🤔 Have 5 minutes to spare? ⏱️ Complete your 5 Minute Bushfire Plan today 👉 https://ow.ly/lKRm50XJr0N

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15 December 2025

We have two super cute kittens for adoption! 🐱 Both of them have a lovely temperament and are very affectionate with people. 🐾 They're ready to join a new family, could that be with you? 💛 For more info, contact

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15 December 2025

Looking for some stunning handmade gifts? 👀 This Saturday is the beautiful Fabrik Arts & Heritage Handmade Christmas Market! 🎄 From 🕓 11am - 9pm 📍 1 Lobethal Road, Lobethal.

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