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Events
The Adelaide Hills plays host to a variety of activities, markets and festivals, while the Council hosts a diverse program of events for everyone in the community.
Community Centres
Our team of friendly staff and volunteers are ready to welcome you to our Community Centre's in Norton Summit and Gumeracha. Connect with your community by participating in a range of fun activities and events.
Local Tourism
The Adelaide Hills offers endless ways to spend your weekends and weekdays, whether you're visiting from interstate or overseas, or enjoying a staycation at home in Adelaide. There's something for everyone, everyday in the Adelaide Hills.
Arts and Culture
Celebrated for its unique and diverse arts culture, the Adelaide Hills region works with local artists and the wider community to facilitate and promote activities that enhance culture within our community.
Local Wildlife
One of the most cherished parts of living in the Adelaide Hills is sharing our backyards and properties with native wildlife. While we can happily co-exist, sometimes we need some tips for sharing our gardens.
Parks and Recreation
The Hills are dotted with places to play and enjoy fun recreational activities with family and friends. Find your next destination!
Elected Members
Meet the twelve Council Members and the Mayor who represent the Adelaide Hills Council area, along with the Executive team. Council Members are essential in leading the community and advocating for its interests.
Business Services
Businesses of all shapes and sizes in the Adelaide Hills offering everything from fresh produce and food, to manufacturing and business advisory. Find out how to seek support for your business, connect with others and meet legislative requirements.
Public Health
Council is responsible for a range of public health and safety issues and initiatives, and work closely with local businesses, government and stakeholders to manage and mitigate public health risks.
Events
The Adelaide Hills plays host to a variety of activities, markets and festivals, while the Council hosts a diverse program of events for everyone in the community.
Community Centres
Our team of friendly staff and volunteers are ready to welcome you to our Community Centre's in Norton Summit and Gumeracha. Connect with your community by participating in a range of fun activities and events.
Local Tourism
The Adelaide Hills offers endless ways to spend your weekends and weekdays, whether you're visiting from interstate or overseas, or enjoying a staycation at home in Adelaide. There's something for everyone, everyday in the Adelaide Hills.
Arts and Culture
Celebrated for its unique and diverse arts culture, the Adelaide Hills region works with local artists and the wider community to facilitate and promote activities that enhance culture within our community.
Local Wildlife
One of the most cherished parts of living in the Adelaide Hills is sharing our backyards and properties with native wildlife. While we can happily co-exist, sometimes we need some tips for sharing our gardens.
Parks and Recreation
The Hills are dotted with places to play and enjoy fun recreational activities with family and friends. Find your next destination!
Elected Members
Meet the twelve Council Members and the Mayor who represent the Adelaide Hills Council area, along with the Executive team. Council Members are essential in leading the community and advocating for its interests.
Business Services
Businesses of all shapes and sizes in the Adelaide Hills offering everything from fresh produce and food, to manufacturing and business advisory. Find out how to seek support for your business, connect with others and meet legislative requirements.
Public Health
Council is responsible for a range of public health and safety issues and initiatives, and work closely with local businesses, government and stakeholders to manage and mitigate public health risks.
20 November 2024
Children’s Artwork Helps Promote Emergency Preparedness
Uraidla and Summertown Resilience Group with help from Uraidla Primary School create the 2025 Be Ready Emergency Calendar
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14 November 2024
Get festive in the Hills
We've compiled a list of community events around the Hills in the festive season.
8 November 2024
Amy Gillett Pathway celebrated a historic turn today
The much-loved Amy Gillett Pathway celebrated a significant milestone today, with the completion of the first 400 metres of a new extension that will connect Mount Torrens and Birdwood.
5 November 2024
Council turns orange to support 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence
Council is proud to support the UN’s 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence by turning orange between the November 25 and December 10.
4 November 2024
National Tree Day at Bridgewater Recreation Reserve
On Sunday, September 8, 2024, the Adelaide Hills Council, Bridgewater Friends of Cox Creek, and Activating Bridgewater teamed up to host a community planting event at Cox Creek in Bridgewater Recreation Reserve for National Tree Day.
31 October 2024
Fire danger season brought forward to 15 November 2024
The fire danger season for the Mount Lofty Ranges will run from 15 November 2024 to 30 April 2025.
29 October 2024
Get Ready for the Santos Tour Down Under 2025!
Don't miss your chance to see world champions in action! January 19, 21, and 23!
28 October 2024
Free clean green garden organics drop off days
Keeping your blocks clear of garden waste makes a difference during bushfire season.
28 October 2024
2025 Immunisation Clinic schedule now online
Immunisation is an important process for the prevention of disease across our community. The Adelaide Hills Council conducts regular public immunisation clinics at both Stirling and Woodside.
25 October 2024
Lions ROAR Talent: Country music solo artist quest
Calling all young country stars, the Lions Club of Onkaparinga is offering a fantastic opportunity for young and aspiring country music talents from the Adelaide Hills to shine and compete for some amazing prizes.
25 October 2024
Join the 'Gift of Reading' campaign this Christmas
As the festive season approaches, we are excited to participate in the 'Gift of Reading' campaign for children in need this Christmas.
24 October 2024
Changes to your green and blue bin collections in late 2025
In October 2024, after completing a 12-month Food Organics Garden Organics (FOGO) collection trial, Council has decided to switch all township blue bin collections to a fortnightly schedule and increase green-lidded (FOGO) bin collections to weekly.
24 October 2024
Seal the Deal: Recycle Your Lids!
One of our most commonly asked recycling questions!
Fabrik
Fabrik’s exciting redevelopment is underway, which will create purpose-built galleries, workshop and artist studio spaces, a brand new retail store and a heritage interpretation throughout the site, celebrating the history of the Onkaparinga Woollen Mill.