Use of a reserve or foreshore (including weddings)

Please allow at least 4 weeks for the request to be considered.

We aim to support all requests, however in some instances the proposed activity may not be deemed appropriate and therefore may not be approved. 

Wedding ceremonies are permitted on council reserves or foreshore areas for between 0-130 people (max), maximum of 2 hours, and are subject to a permit being granted. Wedding receptions are not permitted on council reserves or foreshore areas. Please submit a Wedding Application Form.

Casual, low-key gatherings such as BBQ’s and picnics with family and friends are permitted on council reserves or foreshore areas. An application or permit is not required for between 0-70 people. For gatherings over 71 people a permit is required. Please submit a Use of a Reserve or Foreshore Area Application Form.

If organising a community event, the Event Application form must be completed.

Weddings

The City of Onkaparinga has a number of beautiful reserves and stunning coastline suitable for holding wedding ceremonies.

These areas are public and exclusive use cannot be given, however we will record details so that other people enquiring about that particular beach or reserve on your wedding day can be advised.

Permit fees: $236.00  (GST exempt) - maximum 2 hours plus $15.90  Risk Administration fee - applied automatically to booking.

Submit application online

Check tide times for beach locations. Seasonal changes will impact the amount of sand, pebbles and seaweed on the beaches.

Throwing of confetti or rice is not allowed. Rose petals are permitted.

For general information and other conditions, please contact our Permits team on 8384 0666.

To view all parks/reserves/foreshores click here

Casual gatherings

If you intend to bring in a third-party operator e.g food van, petting zoo, clown, face painter etc, please fill in a Use of Council Land application.

Permit fees: $132.00  (GST exempt) - more than 71 people; plus $15.90  (including GST) Risk Management Administration fee - applied automatically to bookings for individuals only.

Bookings for groups e.g. organisations/sporting clubs/social clubs etc. must have their own insurance and provide a Certificate of Currency confirming a minimum of $20 million in public liability insurance. Not eligible for Council's Risk Management Administration Fee.

Submit application online

To view all parks/reserves/foreshores click here

Community events

If you're organising a community event, please complete the Event Application form instead.

 

Contact Us

Phone

8384 0666

Email

mail@onkaparinga.sa.gov.au

Location

City of Onkaparinga
Ramsay Place
Noarlunga Centre
5168
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Council offices

Noarlunga Office

Ramsay Place
Noarlunga Centre 5168
Monday to Friday 8.30am–5pm

 

Aberfoyle Park Office

The Hub
Aberfoyle Park 5159
Monday to Friday 9.30am–5pm

 

Aldinga Office

11 Central Way
Aldinga Beach 5173
Monday to Friday: 9:30am - 5pm

 

Willunga Office

St Peters Terrace
Willunga 5172
Monday to Friday 9.30am–5pm

 

Woodcroft Office

175 Bains Road
Morphett Vale 5162
Monday to Friday 9:30am–5pm

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