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No. 79 - 16 July 2024 If this email is not displaying properly (e.g. if it's truncated or there are no pictures) then click here to view this email in your web browser |
1. NEW "STRATEGY" - WILL IT PROTECT OR RESTORE? |
1. NEW "STRATEGY" - WILL IT PROTECT OR RESTORE? |
by Shane Sody A major re-write of the over-arching Park Lands Management Strategy suggests no limitation on the number or size of new buildings that might keep taking away parts of your Open, Green, Public spaces.
Before consultation on this draft document closes on 9 August, you can endorse our submission or make your own.
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by Shane Sody A major re-write of the over-arching Park Lands Management Strategy suggests no limitation on the number or size of new buildings that might keep taking away parts of your Open, Green, Public spaces.
Before consultation on this draft document closes on 9 August, you can endorse our submission or make your own.
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2. NEW ART PRIZE WEBSITE LAUNCHED |
2. NEW ART PRIZE WEBSITE LAUNCHED |
by Shane Sody A stunning new website has been created, to feature and promote the coming 2025 Adelaide Park Lands Art Prize. |
by Shane Sody A stunning new website has been created, to feature and promote the coming 2025 Adelaide Park Lands Art Prize. |
by Shane Sody A City Council report on biodiversity has revealed the success of re-greening and habitat restoration in selected parts of your Park Lands.
The first survey of Park Lands biodiversity in 20 years identified new species of native bees, as well three species of microbats, an eel, and the re-emergence of rare grasses and wildflowers.
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by Shane Sody A City Council report on biodiversity has revealed the success of re-greening and habitat restoration in selected parts of your Park Lands.
The first survey of Park Lands biodiversity in 20 years identified new species of native bees, as well three species of microbats, an eel, and the re-emergence of rare grasses and wildflowers.
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by Shane Sody The State Government is maintaining a veil of secrecy over arrangements that restrict entry to a one-hectare vegetable garden, run for charitable purposes, within your Adelaide Park Lands. |
by Shane Sody The State Government is maintaining a veil of secrecy over arrangements that restrict entry to a one-hectare vegetable garden, run for charitable purposes, within your Adelaide Park Lands. |
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5. WE'D BE STRONGER, WITH YOU! |
5. WE'D BE STRONGER, WITH YOU! |
Will you help us and support your Park Lands ? There are three ways to do that: as a Member, as a Volunteer and/or as a Donor.. Your contribution in at least one of these three ways would help to carry out our four Park Lands strategies: Explore, Inspire, Protect, and Restore. |
Will you help us and support your Park Lands ? There are three ways to do that: as a Member, as a Volunteer and/or as a Donor.. Your contribution in at least one of these three ways would help to carry out our four Park Lands strategies: Explore, Inspire, Protect, and Restore. |
Benefits of membership If you were to become an APA member, (from as little as $20 per year for a single concession) then you would be able to book for any of our Guided Walks for free, and you would also unlock 15% discounts to all the merch in the APA Shop. Volunteer roles If you were to become a volunteer, there is a wide range of things you could do to help in one or more of our strategic activities. For example, - becoming a Park Ambassador; and/or
- writing stories for our blog and future editions of this newsletter.
Check out the full range of volunteer options here. |
Benefits of membership If you were to become an APA member, (from as little as $20 per year for a single concession) then you would be able to book for any of our Guided Walks for free, and you would also unlock 15% discounts to all the merch in the APA Shop. Volunteer roles If you were to become a volunteer, there is a wide range of things you could do to help in one or more of our strategic activities. For example, - becoming a Park Ambassador; and/or
- writing stories for our blog and future editions of this newsletter.
Check out the full range of volunteer options here. |
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6. WHAT'S ON IN YOUR PARK LANDS - JULY-AUGUST |
6. WHAT'S ON IN YOUR PARK LANDS - JULY-AUGUST |
Over the next few weeks, your Adelaide Park Lands will host a diverse range of activities and events, from family-friendly festivals and nature walks to conservation efforts, and outdoor fitness sessions. Find something just for you to enjoy, in our comprehensive list of opportunities. |
Over the next few weeks, your Adelaide Park Lands will host a diverse range of activities and events, from family-friendly festivals and nature walks to conservation efforts, and outdoor fitness sessions. Find something just for you to enjoy, in our comprehensive list of opportunities. |
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7. LIGHT SQUARE PROPOSED CHANGES |
7. LIGHT SQUARE PROPOSED CHANGES |
by InDaily's Helen Karakulak The City Council has hit the pause button on what's described as a "courageous" though still tentative plan to restore a slice of open green public space to Light Square/Wauwi by reducing traffic lanes. |
by InDaily's Helen Karakulak The City Council has hit the pause button on what's described as a "courageous" though still tentative plan to restore a slice of open green public space to Light Square/Wauwi by reducing traffic lanes. |
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8. KNOW YOUR PARK LANDS ART - CATHERINE HELEN SPENCE |
8. KNOW YOUR PARK LANDS ART - CATHERINE HELEN SPENCE |
by Sorrel Pompert Robertson Our series of stories, Know Your Park Lands Art, guides you through various creative displays within your Adelaide Park Lands.
This month, we look at a statue in Light Square / Wauwi, of South Australia’s famous suffragist.
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by Sorrel Pompert Robertson Our series of stories, Know Your Park Lands Art, guides you through various creative displays within your Adelaide Park Lands.
This month, we look at a statue in Light Square / Wauwi, of South Australia’s famous suffragist.
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9. PLEASED TO MEET YOU, TONY |
9. PLEASED TO MEET YOU, TONY |
by Carla Caruso North Adelaide resident Tony Sinclair is a wine and travel lover, public servant, and mental health warrior.
He regularly posts eye-catching images of your Park Lands on his Instagram account, Tony of Adelaide.
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by Carla Caruso North Adelaide resident Tony Sinclair is a wine and travel lover, public servant, and mental health warrior.
He regularly posts eye-catching images of your Park Lands on his Instagram account, Tony of Adelaide.
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10. PAYING FOR SPORTS FIELDS |
10. PAYING FOR SPORTS FIELDS |
by inDaily's Helen Karakulak Private schools and social sports clubs pay annual fees, to use your Park Lands for sport, but how much should they pay, and who collects the money?
Controversy has erupted over demands by one private school, for cash to share rights to sports fields in King Rodney Park / Ityamai-itpina (Park 15).
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by inDaily's Helen Karakulak Private schools and social sports clubs pay annual fees, to use your Park Lands for sport, but how much should they pay, and who collects the money?
Controversy has erupted over demands by one private school, for cash to share rights to sports fields in King Rodney Park / Ityamai-itpina (Park 15).
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by Carla Caruso Earlier this month, Adelaideans endured the city’s coldest July morning in more than a century. Despite the record-breaking chill, it certainly hasn’t caused your Park Lands to go into hibernation. Annual winter event Illuminate Adelaide is celebrating “art, light, music and technology” until the 21st. |
by Carla Caruso Earlier this month, Adelaideans endured the city’s coldest July morning in more than a century. Despite the record-breaking chill, it certainly hasn’t caused your Park Lands to go into hibernation. Annual winter event Illuminate Adelaide is celebrating “art, light, music and technology” until the 21st. |
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12. KNOW YOUR PARK LANDS PLANTS - WINDMILL GRASS |
12. KNOW YOUR PARK LANDS PLANTS - WINDMILL GRASS |
by Alannah Benson In our series, Know Your Park Lands Plants, we introduce you to some of the myriad species that populate your Adelaide Park Lands.
Today, we look at a grass that’s shaped like a windmill.
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by Alannah Benson In our series, Know Your Park Lands Plants, we introduce you to some of the myriad species that populate your Adelaide Park Lands.
Today, we look at a grass that’s shaped like a windmill.
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13. THE PLANT DOCTOR OF THE BOTANIC GARDEN |
13. THE PLANT DOCTOR OF THE BOTANIC GARDEN |
by Kim Syrus of SA Life Meet the "plant doctor" of the Adelaide Botanic Garden.
In a world where plants are often seen as green wallpaper that merely blends into the background, paleobotanist Dr Leonie Scriven is on a mission to cure what she calls “plant blindness”.
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by Kim Syrus of SA Life Meet the "plant doctor" of the Adelaide Botanic Garden.
In a world where plants are often seen as green wallpaper that merely blends into the background, paleobotanist Dr Leonie Scriven is on a mission to cure what she calls “plant blindness”.
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14. RUNNING CLUBS: STRIDE |
14. RUNNING CLUBS: STRIDE |
Running clubs are all the rage, particularly in your Adelaide Park Lands.
APA’s Carla Caruso has pulled on her sneakers to try out a few, and share her experiences.
First up: the Stride Run Club, which meets in Hutt Street and has the lure of a coffee and cake at the end.
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Running clubs are all the rage, particularly in your Adelaide Park Lands.
APA’s Carla Caruso has pulled on her sneakers to try out a few, and share her experiences.
First up: the Stride Run Club, which meets in Hutt Street and has the lure of a coffee and cake at the end.
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15. MORE GUIDANCE AND MAPS |
15. MORE GUIDANCE AND MAPS |
by Shane Sody The City of Adelaide has provided a collection of 16 different maps, showing how to discover various features of your Park Lands. |
by Shane Sody The City of Adelaide has provided a collection of 16 different maps, showing how to discover various features of your Park Lands. |
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NEWSLETTER TEAM
Editor: Shane Sody
Contributors (to this issue): Carla Caruso, Alex Jones, Alannah Benson, Sorrel Pompert Robertson, Kim Syrus of SA Life, and InDaily's Helen Karakulak. Layout: Sabrina Iqbal Proofreader: Trish Russell
Read back issues of this newsletter here:
www.adelaide-parklands.asn.au/newsletters
Send content enquiries/submissions to:
secretary@adelaide-parklands.asn.au |
NEWSLETTER TEAM
Editor: Shane Sody
Contributors (to this issue): Carla Caruso, Alex Jones, Alannah Benson, Sorrel Pompert Robertson, Kim Syrus of SA Life, and InDaily's Helen Karakulak. Layout: Sabrina Iqbal Proofreader: Trish Russell
Read back issues of this newsletter here:
www.adelaide-parklands.asn.au/newsletters
Send content enquiries/submissions to:
secretary@adelaide-parklands.asn.au |
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