Free nature events near you!

Learn what it means to be a conservation volunteer in the City of Marion and discover some amazing local biodiversity. 

These 'come and try' events are a great way to learn about the conservation activities volunteers are undertaking locally, and to see if this is something you'd like to become involved in.

The events involve a mini working bee to weed around native plants, and a guided bird walk and survey to discover what species are using the site. 

There are four events to choose from. Register for your FREE spot today.

Join the Kaurna cultural bus tour

Discover the significant cultural sites in southern Adelaide with Southern Cultural Immersion.

During the tour your will get to visit:

• Old Gum Tree at Glenelg North
• Tjilbruke Springs at Kingston Park
• Port Noarlunga
• Aldinga Washpool

You will be treated to a bush tucker lunch (included in price) and damper-making around a fire.

Get in quick - tickets won't last long!

Sunday 16 October, 10am - 2pm at Warriparinga (Living Kaurna Cultural Centre, Bedford Park)

Watch videos: Water Sensitive Urban Design (WSUD)

Adelaide's shifting climate is changing rainfall patterns and we need to be wiser in how we use water. City of Marion is using a range of clever techniques to integrate natural water cycles in our suburbs. This will help us to improve the health of our waterways, increase trees and green spaces, better mange risks and decrease costs.

You can watch a series of short and insightful videos on Water Sensitive Urban Design topics such as:

• Street tree inlets
• Verge soakers
• Wetlands
• Permeable paving
• Raingardens

Protecting our threatened species

Did you know Hooded Plovers or 'hoodies' have previously nested at Hallett Cove?

Last year alone, there were 93 nests along the metro coastline.

This threatened species nests in a shallow scrape in sand, above the high tide mark or in dunes.

While foxes and disturbance by dogs impacts on the nesting activity, our 'hoodies' are being monitored thanks to the efforts of Birdlife Australia volunteers. 

Make sure you keep an eye out for 'beach nesting bird signs' and keep your dog on a leash within 100m of the signs.

Find out more about the secret life of this threatened species at two workshops in Normanville.

Green your verge - funds available!

Starting a verge garden helps green your street, improve biodiversity and build a strong sense of community.

We’re offering funding to residents who want to beautify their street by improving their verge with plants, lawn, or mulch.  Residents can also apply to put raised beds on their verge for growing herbs and veggies.

You can apply for half of the cost of developing your verge, up to the value of $500. 

To apply, simply:

• Read our Verge Development Guidelines to ensure your plans meet our requirements
• Submit an online Verge Development Application Form.
• Once approved and your verge development is complete, apply for your rebate via the online Verge Rebate Form.