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WELCOME.
This is our media hub of all things Burnside.
A hub for local news about people, businesses and happenings in our community.
You will see some beautiful photos of Wyfield Reserve, one of Burnside's biodiversity sites, at the top right of this page.
WELCOME.
This is our media hub of all things Burnside.
A hub for local news about people, businesses and happenings in our community.
You will see some beautiful photos of Wyfield Reserve, one of Burnside's biodiversity sites, at the top right of this page.
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2024/25 swimming season at George Bolton Swimming Centre starts at end of November 2024
Share 2024/25 swimming season at George Bolton Swimming Centre starts at end of November 2024 on Facebook Share 2024/25 swimming season at George Bolton Swimming Centre starts at end of November 2024 on Twitter Share 2024/25 swimming season at George Bolton Swimming Centre starts at end of November 2024 on Linkedin Email 2024/25 swimming season at George Bolton Swimming Centre starts at end of November 2024 linkThe George Bolton Swimming Centre (the centre) will reopen for the 2024/25 swimming season in late November 2024.
Construction delays at the centre will impact the commencement of the 2024/25 swimming season.
A new electric heat pump and plant room is being installed at the centre, replacing the existing gas heating system.
The pool is currently responsible for around a third of the City of Burnside’s entire carbon emissions, and the switch to an electric heating system, which will be supported by solar panels already installed at the pool, will make a major impact in Council’s journey to achieving carbon neutrality by 2030.
Construction commenced at the centre at the end of the 2023/24 swimming season in May 2024, with the works intended to be completed before the commencement of the 2024/25 swimming season (historically in late September each year).
Challenging site conditions including proximity to the nearby creek line, the protection of regulated and significant trees, constrained access for heavy vehicles/machinery and weather conditions have delayed these construction activities, impacting the scheduled completion of the project.
Further updates on the reopening date will be given in mid September 2024. Council is exploring opportunities to extend the 2024/25 swimming season.
Need more information? Please do not hesitate to contact Council’s Communications and Engagement Coordinator, Bernie Auricht, on 8366 4200 or email burnside@burnside.sa.gov.au.
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Meals on Wheels 70th Birthday Celebration
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On Friday 9 August, Mayor Anne Monceaux joined Meals on Wheels SA's Burnside branch to celebrate the organisation’s 70th birthday and the branch's 60th!
Founded in 1954 by Doris Taylor MBE, Meals on Wheels SA has delivered over 50 million meals to South Australians over the past 70 years, supporting those unable to cook or shop for themselves. Through this service, Meals on Wheels SA supports these individuals to continue to live independently.
Member of Meals on Wheels, Gayle said the service was about more than just food delivery.
‘The daily visits ensure they are safe, well and okay,’ Gayle said.
‘The main thing is to keep people in their homes feeling safe and secure.’
‘We always need more volunteers not just in the kitchen or drivers but in administration as well. We have 120 households we visit across five routes. Each route we we go on we need one driver and one passenger meaning we need 10 volunteers each day. In the kitchen we also have about 8 volunteers at minimum.’
Burnside Lions Club supported this special occasion by generously funding all the meals made at the Burnside branch for the anniversary.
Burnside Lions Club member Barry said it was important to support the local work undertaken by Meals on Wheels.
‘We are Burnside - we like to spend our money in the Burnside area and celebrate with them as well,’ Barry said.
Happy birthday to Meals on Wheels SA and here's to another 70 years of supporting those in need.
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Burnside Highlights 16 August 2024
Share Burnside Highlights 16 August 2024 on Facebook Share Burnside Highlights 16 August 2024 on Twitter Share Burnside Highlights 16 August 2024 on Linkedin Email Burnside Highlights 16 August 2024 linkIn this episode of Burnside Highlights we reflect on Meals on Wheels SA’s 70th birthday, pay a visit to our heritage listed cemeteries, celebrate a historically significant donation and much more.
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City of Burnside CEO resigns
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City of Burnside CEO resigns
Today City of Burnside CEO, Chris Cowley, has resigned to take on new challenges.
Mr Cowley will lead the City of Burnside until 15 November 2024 before taking on his next appointment which will be formally announced in the coming week.
Mr Cowley thanked the Mayor, Council and Administration for their support since joining the City of Burnside on 13 January 2020.
‘This decision was one of the hardest I have ever made’, Mr Cowley said.
‘The culture at the City of Burnside is incredible and something we should all be proud of playing a part in creating and sustaining.
‘I’ve achieved what I set out to here at Burnside and I am looking forward to new challenges.’
Mayor Anne Monceaux thanked Mr Cowley for consistently demonstrating strong and positive leadership.
‘He has led his team effectively and has been committed to serving the community of Burnside. I have appreciated his honest and consistent support over four and a half years’, Mayor Monceaux said.
The Mayor assured that there is process in place to select a new CEO.
In his time at the City of Burnside Mr Cowley:
- Led the Council’s response to COVID restrictions that came into effect in March 2020. He ensured that Council continued to deliver services to our community in different ways, in particular services that overcame social isolation for our community throughout the pandemic.
- Delivered the first City Master Plan that will shape the future of Burnside.
- Improved motorist safety with the introduction of 40 km/h speed limits in sections of the City.
- Brought the Greater Adelaide Freight Bypass back onto the state and national agenda.
- Has taken a stance on illegal tree removals in the City.
- Saw Council awarded Tree City of the World over four years.
- Started City of Burnside’s path to reconciliation, instigating our partnership with Traditional Owners to develop a Reconciliation Plan and artwork.
- Delivered the redevelopment of Tusmore Wading Pool; the Dulwich Community Centre; construction on the multi award winning Kensington Gardens / Kensington Wama Wetland; the Magill Village Precinct; and The Shed on Conyngham Street.
- Initiated Council’s focus on environmental sustainability, achieving our 2030 carbon neutral emissions targets.
- Fostered grassroots community lead projects such as the creation of the community garden in Laurel Avenue, Linden Park and the Your Neighbourhood Budget program.
- Placed focus on access and inclusion in all Council venues.
- Initiated the refurbishment of the 100-year-old state heritage listed Regal Theatre.
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Frank's Coffee partners with Wellness Hub to support a good cause
Share Frank's Coffee partners with Wellness Hub to support a good cause on Facebook Share Frank's Coffee partners with Wellness Hub to support a good cause on Twitter Share Frank's Coffee partners with Wellness Hub to support a good cause on Linkedin Email Frank's Coffee partners with Wellness Hub to support a good cause linkAt the Glenunga Hub, Frank’s Coffee has partnered with the Wellness Hub to donate $2 for every coffee sold during the program to the Rotary Club of Burnside, until the end of the year. Owner and Founder of Frank’s Coffee, Julian La Starza said supporting the program was a great way to give back to the local community.
‘We see it as a great way to support a good cause and hopefully get more people through the doors of the Hub.
‘I know a few of the people from Burnside Rotary and they seemed like a natural choice to support.’
Frank’s Coffee, named for Julian’s Nonno, Francesco (Frank) Mercorella, has been located at the Glenunga Hub for three years.
The Burnside Wellness Hub is a collaboration between the City of Burnside and the Rotary Club of Burnside, providing a monthly program for elderly residents featuring unique guest speakers and the opportunity to connect with like-minded members of the community as well as increase social interaction.
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Windback Wednesday - Tusmore Gates
Share Windback Wednesday - Tusmore Gates on Facebook Share Windback Wednesday - Tusmore Gates on Twitter Share Windback Wednesday - Tusmore Gates on Linkedin Email Windback Wednesday - Tusmore Gates linkCurious about the origin of the suburb name Tusmore?
In 1838, William and Ann Rogers made the journey from England to South Australia and established a farm on land leased from the South Australian Company. They named the farm Tusmore, honouring their hometown in Oxfordshire. At its height, the farm had 800 sheep, 50 cattle and over 100 acres of wheat and other cereals.
Tusmore House, constructed of bluestone and featuring 10 rooms, was located near today’s Stirling Street, Tusmore and the house’s entrance gates were on Greenhill Road. William Rogers planted a row of gum trees along the driveway, some of which are still visible from Greenhill Road today. Although the house was demolished in 1962, its historic entrance gates have been preserved and are now situated at the Stirling Street entrance of Tusmore Park.
Photos: Left - Gates to Tusmore House on Greenhill Road, circa 1898. Burnside Local History Collection. Right - Gates to Tusmore Park on Stirling Street, 2024.
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Burnside Highlights 31 July 2024
Share Burnside Highlights 31 July 2024 on Facebook Share Burnside Highlights 31 July 2024 on Twitter Share Burnside Highlights 31 July 2024 on Linkedin Email Burnside Highlights 31 July 2024 linkIn this episode of Burnside Highlights we take a look back at our Olympic history, our recent Citizenship Ceremony at the Regal and our ongoing SALA exhibition at Pepper Street Arts Centre.
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Windback Wednesday - Waterfall Gully
Share Windback Wednesday - Waterfall Gully on Facebook Share Windback Wednesday - Waterfall Gully on Twitter Share Windback Wednesday - Waterfall Gully on Linkedin Email Windback Wednesday - Waterfall Gully linkDid you know that Waterfall Gully was South Australia’s first National Pleasure Resort?
When the foothills around Waterfall Gully were subdivided in 1856, the State Government retained one section, which included the falls, as a reserve. In 1884 it was gazetted as “a place for the amusement and recreation of the public”. Waterfall Gully was a popular spot for picnickers – so popular that by the early 1900s foot traffic through the area had significantly diminished the natural landscape.
In 1915, Waterfall Gully was declared the state’s first National Pleasure Resort – the State Government’s response to the need for designated and suitably equipped public recreation areas. The National Board of Pleasure Resorts entered into the work of restoring the natural beauty of the area, with revegetation efforts as well as facilities to accommodate visitors.
Central to the vision for the National Pleasure Resort was the construction of the kiosk in 1912. The kiosk is one of the first examples of a refreshment room in a National Park setting. This significance is reflected in its State Heritage listing.
Waterfall Gully became part of the Cleland Conservation Park in 1972.
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Burnside team rescues native falcon
Share Burnside team rescues native falcon on Facebook Share Burnside team rescues native falcon on Twitter Share Burnside team rescues native falcon on Linkedin Email Burnside team rescues native falcon linkLast month two of our City Clean team found an injured peregrine falcon on Portrush Road in Linden Park.
Distressed and unable to fly, the adult female bird was in danger, exposed to heavy foot traffic areas and major roads.
Jumping into action, the staff did an incredible job keeping the falcon safe from vehicles and people. Soon after, City of Burnside Team Leader of Natural Resources Heath arrived on the scene to assist. A trained wildlife rescuer with Fauna Rescue SA, Heath was able to safely capture the falcon with a towel and take her to the team at Adelaide Bird and Exotics Vet Centre.
As the fastest animal in the world, the peregrine falcon can reach speeds over 300 km/h while hunting. By flying above their prey, the falcon will spot its target below then fold its wings and fall into a nosedive reaching their maximum velocity. The falcon will then close its talons and uses them to knock the prey out of the sky.
Considered a rare species in South Australia, the peregrine falcon has seen its numbers flourish in past decades following near extinction in the 80s and 90s due to pesticide use and poaching. Now thriving both rurally and in cities, the peregrine falcon mainly feeds on smaller birds including feral pigeons and has adapted better to city life than almost any other native animal. Naturally found nesting on steep cliff faces the falcons have replaced their rocky nests for high-rise buildings and window ledges, proving a safe vantage point to hunt and raise their chicks.
If residents come across any injured wildlife, please call Fauna Rescue SA on 8289 0896, or another wildlife rescue group.
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Burnside Highlights 17 July 2024
Share Burnside Highlights 17 July 2024 on Facebook Share Burnside Highlights 17 July 2024 on Twitter Share Burnside Highlights 17 July 2024 on Linkedin Email Burnside Highlights 17 July 2024 linkIn this episode of Burnside Highlights we recap Mayor Anne Monceaux’s and CEO Chris Cowley’s lobbying efforts in Canberra to restore funding to the Greater Adelaide Freight Bypass, reflect on a weekend of amazing events, look ahead to welcoming 64 new citizens at the Regal Theatre and much more.
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