Free boat launching at O’Sullivan Beach boat ramp

Free boat launching will commence at O’Sullivan Beach boat ramp from 1 November 2025 thanks to a harmful algal bloom response partnership between the City of Onkaparinga and the state government.

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Festive season clean-up guide

Published on 26 November 2025

After the excitement of Christmas lunch, you might look around and see piles of wrapping paper, packaging, decorations and leftovers. Wondering what to do with it all?

Christmas 2025

Published on 29 October 2025

Celebrate the Christmas season with Onkaparinga.

We'll continue to add information to this page relevant to Christmas events and changes to services over the Christmas period.

Roll on down to McLaren Vale for Love Velo Vines this January

Published on 24 December 2025

Pack your wide brim hat and get ready to roll on down to Mclaren Vale for Love Velo Vines during the Santos Tour Down Under on Saturday 24 January.

Sauerbier House marks 10 years

Published on 23 December 2025

The historic Victorian house on the shore of the Onkaparinga River at Port Noarlunga has supported almost 200 artists since its inception in 2015.

Australia Day in Onkaparinga

Published on 22 December 2025

Find out what's happening on Australia Day, including free breakfasts and the Family Fair with fireworks.

Onkaparinga appoints Sharon Mason as CEO

Published on 22 December 2025

The City of Onkaparinga has announced the appointment of Sharon Mason as its new Chief Executive Officer, following an extensive recruitment process.

Surf’s up at annual exhibition

Published on 18 December 2025

The City of Onkaparinga’s much-loved Surf Art exhibition is on now until Monday 2 February at Port Noarlunga’s Arts Centre.

Calling all citizen scientists!

Published on 18 December 2025

Community members are encouraged to help monitor Panalatinga and Serpentine Creeks through a new initiative that turns everyday walkers into citizen scientists.

Strong support for driving range proposal at Port Noarlunga

Published on 18 December 2025

The council has welcomed strong community support for a proposed driving range upgrade in Port Noarlunga, with 83 per cent backing the concept during recent engagement.

Activation opportunity - Pear Tree Paddock, Willunga – EOI sought

Published on 17 December 2025

The City of Onkaparinga is inviting visionary organisations, businesses and community groups to submit proposals for the future activation and lease of a parcel of land known informally as ‘Pear Tree Paddock’, located at 247 Main Road, Willunga.

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Have your say

Proposed bollards at Sellicks Beach

The council is inviting you to provide feedback on a proposal to install permanent bollards along the existing no-vehicle zone at Sellicks Beach. Open to 1 February 2026.

Dirt jumps community dig days

We’re planning upgrades for dirt jumps at Serpentine Reserve, O’Halloran Hill, and Grand Boulevard, Seaford. Serpentine Reserve BMX track temporarily closed.