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Bring your idea to life with an Onkaparinga grant

Published on 15 July 2026

The City of Onkaparinga's 2026–27 Grants program is now open. So if you have a creative idea with potential to make a positive difference in the community, read on.

Many hands make light work with 17,000 seedlings to plant

Published on 13 July 2026

Nearly 40 Onkaparinga residents of all ages recently joined forces to plant 1000 local native seedlings at a community planting day in Aberfoyle Park as part of the council’s extended Urban Creek Resilience and Recovery Project.

Nominations open for positive ageing awards

Published on 10 July 2026

Know someone who contributes to positive ageing in our region? Nominate them for this year’s Every Generation Onkaparinga Awards.

Onkaparinga’s 2027 Santos Tour Down Under route revealed

Published on 01 July 2026

The City of Onkaparinga will host Race Day 5 on Saturday 23 January, taking the men and women on a brand-new route from Christies Beach to Willunga Hill.

Age no barrier for 93-year-old jet skier

Published on 30 June 2026

Mrs Dolores (Lola) Gonzalez is proving age is no barrier to adventure, recently taking to the sea on a jet ski from the O’Sullivan Beach boat ramp.

Australia Day Breakfasts - Expression of Interest 2027-28

Published on 26 June 2026

Council is calling for Expression of Interests for the next two years (2027-2028) from community groups to deliver a City of Onkaparinga Australia Day Breakfast Event in a central and an additional location

Onkaparinga budget focused on everyday services

Published on 26 June 2026

The City of Onkaparinga has adopted its 2026–27 Annual Business Plan and Budget of $265 million, focusing on the everyday services, facilities and public places that support life across the city.

Have your say on Willunga RV park proposal

Published on 23 June 2026

The City of Onkaparinga is considering a proposal to establish a recreational vehicle (RV) park on a portion of largely vacant Willunga land, and the council wants your feedback.

Onkaparinga Now celebrates 1000 stories

Published on 22 June 2026

We look back at the City of Onkaparinga news publication’s journey so far, which began in October 2018.

June 2026 Council meeting update

Published on 17 June 2026

See the key outcomes from the City of Onkaparinga’s 16 June ordinary meeting.

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Review of Personal Mobility Devices (including e-scooters and e-bikes)

The Department for Infrastructure and Transport are reviewing the use of personal Mobility Devices (including e-scooters) and e-bikes. Engagement closes 16 August 2026.

Willunga Creek Flood mitigation and environmental flow project

We're currently working with the community to improve environmental flows and flood mitigation for a section of the Willunga Creek in Willunga.

State Planning Commission draft State-Wide Flood Hazard Code Amendment

State Planning Commission changes to SA’s flood hazard planning rules through the draft State-Wide Flood Hazard Code Amendment. Engagement closes 13 August 2026.