Adelaide Hills Council Newsletter February 2026

This month’s community news, updates, and highlights

Discover, Play, Pathway is back for a sixth year on Sunday 1 March!

A family-friendly cycling celebration along the beautiful Amy Gillett Bikeway, including a musical cycling adventure with DJ Sepia!

Find out more about Discover Play Pathway

Calling stallholders who would like to take part in the Mount Torrens Market on Sunday 1 March!

The Mount Torrens oval will be a vibrant hub, hosting both the Discover Play Pathway hub and Mount Torrens Market! If you or someone you know is interested in having a stall at the Mt Torrens Market, email the Mt Torrens and District Community Association

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Santos Tour Down Under 2026 Photo Gallery

Check out a gallery of photos from the 2026 Santos Tour Down Under in the Adelaide Hills.

Citizens of The Year 2026

Eleven Adelaide Hills Council residents and seven community groups were celebrated for their outstanding contributions to the community at the Adelaide Hills Council Citizen of the Year Awards on Friday 23 January 2026.

Temporary Cox Creek Trail closures begin late January

Sections of the trail will be temporarily closed for safety during invasive tree removal works.

Have your say on the draft Hills and Fleurieu Regional Landscape Plan 2026-2031

The Hills and Fleurieu Landscape Board is currently seeking community and partner feedback on the draft Hills and Fleurieu Regional Landscape Plan 2026-2031.

2025-26 Community Grants announced

New community grants awarded for local projects, facilities and upgrades.

Council happenings

Supplementary Mayoral election voting closes at 12pm, Monday 9 February 2026

Enrolled voters should have received a voting package through the mail, including ballot paper and a reply-paid envelope. Your ballot papers must be completed and received by the Electoral Commission of SA by 12:00 pm, Monday 9 February 2026.

Find out more about voting in Council Elections

February in your libraries

The libraries in Stirling, Woodside and Gumeracha run a variety of programs and events ranging from technology help to movies and everything in between. There is something for everyone!

See what's on in February at your library

Adelady visit Fabrik

Fabrik is a vibrant arts destination weaving together textiles, heritage, arts and culture. The Adelady team paid a visit recently and loved it!

Take a look at the Adelady video of Fabrik

Youth Incentive Grants

Youth Incentive Grants are once-off donations of $100 for individuals to attend representative activities. These may include sporting, cultural, or civic participation endeavours.

Find out more about Youth Incentive Grants

Quarterly rates reminder

A friendly reminder that if you pay your rates quarterly, the next installment is due by March 1.

Find out more about rates or make your payment

Latest Events

Amberlight to Bierhaus Lobethal Motorcycle Show and Shine

Static display of a broad range of motorcycles

	Community, Outdoor
	15th of February 2026
	11:00am — 2:00pm
	Lobethal

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Balhannah Hotrod and Classics Picnic

Whether you're a fan of hotrods, customs, muscle cars, or classic automobiles, you'll…

	Community, Outdoor All Ages
	22nd of February 2026
	8:00am — 4:00pm
	Balhannah

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Dog Eared Readings in the Hills 2026

Dog Eared Readings in the Hills 2026The stage is set for another captivating evening…

	Arts and culture, Community Author Talk, Norton Summit, Community, Arts and culture
	26th of February 2026
	6:30pm — 9:30pm
	Norton Summit

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A Taste of The Hills Festival

Enjoy a Taste of the Hills at Lenswood Memorial Park

	Arts and culture, Outdoor
	28th of March 2026
	11:00am — 6:00pm
	Lenswood

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Adelaide Hills Garden Affair

An event for the love of gardening set amongst the historic Stangate House and…

	Community, Outdoor Family Friendly, All Ages
	3rd of May 2026
	10:00am — 3:30pm
	Aldgate

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Council acknowledges that we meet on the traditional Country of the Peramangk and Kaurna people. We pay our respects to Ancestors and Elders past and present as the Custodians of this ancient and beautiful land.