It's the beginning of a new financial year and we're kicking off with some exciting news, events and initiatives in the City of Marion.

Read about the Mitchell Park Sports and Community Centre opening, apply for our Community Leadership Program, take part in Plastic Free July, become a volunteer, and much more!
Mitchell Park Sports and Community Centre officially open
Thank you to our community for coming out to celebrate the opening of our Mitchell Park Sports and Community Centre.

The opening brought together both community sports clubs and government representatives to celebrate a project that was years in the making. We encourage our City of Marion community to make the most of this amazing new $15 million facility.

Experience the opening event yourself in a short video with our Mayor of Marion, Kris Hanna, and see some of the first games played on the new courts, sports classes in action, and the unveiling of the plaque.
Time to register your furry friends
It’s never been easier to register your dogs and cats. 

You would have already received your dog or cat registration renewal by SMS, email or post, which means you can now renew the registration by yourself.  

It’s easy. Simply hop online and complete today.
City of Marion celebrates NAIDOC Week 2022
The National Aborigines and Islanders Day Observance Committee (NAIDOC) Week commences from 3 to 10 July 2022.

Within the City of Marion, we invite you to participate in a range of programs and events taking place locally throughout the month.

To see all the events and programs available, click the button below.
Outdoor Workforce in action
Our Outdoor Workforce was out and in action at the opening celebrations for the Mitchell Park Sports and Community Centre.

(L-R) Brett Harmer and David Ostermann jumped in their truck across the events to assist with traffic control and event support.

With the hundreds of people who turned out, it’s our Outdoor Workforce superstars who are always working to ensure our community events are safe for all and run smoothly.
Free to use education centre at Oaklands Wetlands
Located in the beautiful Oaklands Wetland and Reserve, is the Oaklands Education Centre. A purpose-built home through a partnership between the City of Marion and Flinders University, providing a place for education, research and studies into wetlands, and showcasing the site's storm water re-use scheme.

The facility is free for school, not-for-profits and community groups.

To find out more, click below.
Youth short film, picks up Best Script award
'Tea Time', a short film created and facilitated by the City of Marion Youth Collective Committee, picked up its first award at the Nextwave Youth Film Festival 2022, which was for Best Script!
 
These young creatives aged 12 to 17 brought the script to life. Congratulations to all the wonderful cast and crew.
Applications closing soon: Community Leadership Program  
Do you want to make a difference in your community and develop your own leadership skills to bring about change? Then we are looking for you.

Community members aged 18 years and over who live, work, play or study in the City of Marion can participate in our free Community Leadership Program (CLP). 
 
This program provides quality training to enhance leadership skills, increase interpersonal communication skills and much more!
Free replacement bags for your kitchen caddy 
From July 2022, residents are able claim two free rolls of compostable bags per financial year. You can pick them up from the Administration Centre on Sturt Road, City Services depot on Marion Road, or any of our libraries or neighbourhood centres.
 
Click below to find out more.
Plastic Free July
Learn more about Plastic Free July and discover practical ways to replace single-use plastic items from your everyday life with reusable and more sustainable options.
 
Whether you’re a beginner looking for a few single-use plastics to avoid, or someone well on their way to a plastic-free life, joining the Plastic Free July challenge will inspire you to reduce plastic consumption.
 
Let’s turn the tide on single-use plastics, one choice at a time.
Want to know more about volunteering? Our new volunteer handbook is available to download now
At the City of Marion, we have approximately 350 volunteers who nominate their time to support our community across a range of services including assisting in home de-cluttering, playgroup volunteering, graffiti removal, engaging in our environmental groups, being a Justice of the Peace and more.

Volunteering allows you connect with your community, make new friends, contribute to social change, provide support to those who may need it, help promote awareness of needs and services in our community, learn new skills and gain confidence by facing new challenges and develop professional networks.

If this sounds like you, then why not consider becoming a City of Marion Volunteer?

Click the link below to download our latest volunteering handbook that tells you everything you need to know about volunteering.
Keep the family entertained - 'What's On' booklet out now
Discover all the exciting workshops, author events, programs and activities we have planned at Marion Libraries during July, August and September with the latest edition of our ‘What's On' guide.
 
In the lead up to the school holidays, you’ll find out the best activities to do with the family.
 
Pick up a copy from your local library branch today or read it online below.




Marion YCC x headspace wellbeing event  
With support of Council, headspace Marion held their largest wellbeing event for young people on Friday 24 June 2022 at the Marion Cultural Centre.

124 students from local secondary schools and programs enjoyed wellbeing workshops, heard from guest speakers and engaged in self-care activities.

The event was facilitated by headspace Youth Reference Groups and Ambassadors, and our very own Marion Youth Collective Committee (YCC), who also ran several sessions on the day.  
Photo of the month
July's photo of the month goes to community member @dan_newby77 who captured the sun-filled, lush greenery of Oaklands Wetland.

This scenic oasis is perfect for a walk along the trail, taking in the fresh air and enjoying all the native fauna and flora.

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