Education and events Presentations, resources and free and low cost workshops on a range of topics held across the council region to help you become a little greener.
Sustainability rebates and subsidies To support our residents to send less to landfill and reduce rising energy and water costs, we are trialling a range of incentives.
Homes for Tomorrow Meet local South Australians who have built sustainably for a better and more affordable future. Homes For Tomorrow shares the stories of local people who built smarter homes; to maximise comfort, reduce long term costs and create a better future. Find check sheets, fact sheets and useful links.
Trees Trees are awesome! They keep us cool, clean the air, reduce stormwater runoff and provide habitat for birds and wildlife. We value trees and have a target to plant 100,000 around our region by 2037.
Water sensitive urban design (WSUD) Water Sensitive Urban Design provides benefits including protecting and improving waterway health by copying the natural water cycle as closely as possible.
Circular economy A circular economy aims to minimise waste and maximise the use of resources while regenerating our natural environment.
Onkaparinga named Tree City of the World The City of Onkaparinga has been internationally recognised as a Tree City of the World for the first time.
Plan revealed for Port Stanvac development The unlocking of Port Stanvac for the community is one step closer with the release of the site’s master plan.
Community tree planting campaign returns Get set to plant trees on your property to enhance green spaces, cool the area, and provide habitats for pollinators in 2025.
Library of Things The ‘Library of Things’ at Woodcroft Library aims to promote sustainability, reduce waste, and encourage resource sharing within the community.
Garden guide for new homes The Adelaide Garden Guide for New Homes aims to inspire people to add more greenery to new homes.
Our Vision for a Sustainable Aldinga Development The state government’s release of 60 hectares of land in Aldinga has presented an unprecedented opportunity to set a new benchmark for sustainable development in Australia.
Bins, waste and recycling Waste and recycling disposal options including bin collections, green organics alternatives, hard rubbish and mattress collections.
Food and gardens We are involved in a wide range of food initiatives promoting health and wellbeing in our community. We also have information relating to food security to assist those in need.