Meet your new Elected Members

December in the City of Marion

The festive season has arrived, and what better way to celebrate than with a summer-inspired edition of eTalk.

As the year draws to a close, we wanted to take a moment to wish you and your family a very safe and Merry Christmas.

Thank you for your support in the many achievements made this year and we look forward to sharing more exciting projects and initiatives with you in 2023.

Meet your new Elected Members

The votes are in, and the City of Marion can announce final results for the 2022 Local Government Elections.

Kris Hanna has been re-elected Mayor for the third term in a row.

We also welcome five returning councillors and seven new councillors.

Meet your Council

Happy 21st Birthday Marion Cultural Centre!

In recognition of MCC’s 21st birthday, a formal event took place on Thursday 1 December, hosting community members, stakeholders and those who were instrumental in the building and development of MCC.

It was a night to celebrate and reflect on 21 years of arts, culture and community connection at this heritage-listed facility.

Guests enjoyed live music, entertainment and lots of food throughout the night.

See photos

For all who seek, there’s Libraries SA

SA's public libraries have a new brand, 'Libraries SA'.

The new brand invites you

to discover the delightful experiences, events and collections your local library has to offer.

Keep an eye out on City of Marion Libraries social channels to find out what our branches have to offer.

Discover Libraries

Stay food safe

these holidays

Part of the fun of Christmas and the holiday season is catching up with family and friends over

a delicious meal.

Check out some handy food safety tips for Christmas and summer entertaining.

Learn more

Birthday pool parties in January 2023

Due to popular demand,

Marion Outdoor Pool are offering weekday hosted birthday parties in January 2023.

Celebrate on a Tuesday or Thursday in January at

12.45 pm to 2.45 pm or

3.15 pm to 5.15 pm.

Enjoy pool games, splash park,

a food and beverage package

and activities pass to use on

the waterslides after your party.

Book now

'Tis the season to be mindful

Give the gift of thoughtfulness to our environment this festive season.

By being mindful of the gifts we choose for others, how we wrap them

and the food we buy, can all have a lasting impact on our environment.

The opportunities to be mindful are endless, so we’ve put together our top tips

to help get you started.

View tips here

Free kitchen caddy

bags delivered

Have you collected your free replacement bags for your kitchen caddy yet?

They can now be delivered, or you can collect them from the Administration Centre on Sturt Road, City Services depot on Marion Road, or any of our libraries or neighbourhood centres.

Visit our website to find out more or opt in for delivery.

Find out more

Bin collection calendar 2023

The latest bin collection calendar has just been released.

General waste bins (red lid) are collected each week, recycling (yellow lid) and organic (green lid) bins are collected on alternating fortnights.

You can find a copy in the latest edition of City Limits, or on the City of Marion website.

See bin calendar

Local car lovers get revved!

Bringing together car lovers from across the state, the Combined Car Clubs Clubrooms

at the Glandore Community Centre is the meeting place for a variety of auto clubs.

Combined Car Clubs (Glandore) (CCC) Inc always welcome new members and encourage fellow enthusiasts to reach out and get involved.

Your go-to School Holiday Guide

Your go-to guide for things to do with your children during the December/January holidays

is available now.

From nature-based adventures and crafty fun, to sporting sessions and stimulating workshops - there's sure to be something happening near you to keep kids, big and small, entertained.

Explore the program

Pooches in the Park

On Thursday 3 November, our Marketing and Communications team headed out to Hazelmere Road Reserve in Glengowrie to photograph 10+ locals

and their pawsome pets.

The Pooches in the Park photoshoot was organised for Council to have updated imagery of pooches enjoying our parks and amenities.

We frequently output messages regarding pet care in the City of Marion, and these images will assist us for years to come.

All participants received a copy of their photos as a thank you.

If you are interested in taking part in future City of Marion photo shoots, please contact us at marketing@marion.sa.gov.au.

Photo of the month

Our photo of the month

goes to community member @christopher.smith32.

We can't get enough of this spectacular view of lush Oaklands Wetland and Reserve.

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