The inaugural Environment Day Awards were announced at Beaumont House on Sunday 11 April. April 16, 2021

Episode 2 of Burnside Neutral 2030 covers our LED Upgrade Project, which will reduce Council's carbon emissions by hundreds of tonnes each year, impro

Episode 3 of Burnside Neutral 2030 covers our tree planting program. Each year we plant over 1000 trees on our streets, which helps to remove carbon

In Episode 4 we reflect on organic waste and how we all can make a positive difference by putting our food scraps in the green bin rather than the red

In Episode 5 we cover circular procurement within Council, which is the strategic purchase of goods and services that contribute to the circular econo

In Episode 6 we reflect upon the energy efficiency measures we are undertaking at the Burnside Civic Centre to reduce our energy usage.

In Episode 7 we cover permeable paving, of which we have installed thousands of square metres across carparks and paths.

Burnside Neutral 2030 is back with the penultimate episode of the year, which covers Council's Environmental Sustainability Scorecard and Review.

This episode looks back on the year and the great progress we have made so far. We hope you have enjoyed this series throughout 2021, see you in 2022!

In this tenth episode of Burnside Neutral we cover urban heat, which can cause serious health risks in cities if not mitigated by green spaces.

Did you know you can dramatically reduce your carbon footprint by growing your own fruit and vegetables?

Earlier this month we were proud to launch our brand new Urban Forest Interactive site.

Last month we launched our Native Tree Giveaway, which gives residents, community groups and schools the opportunity to contribute to Burnside's growi

Did you know your plastics at home can be recycled? Hard plastics can go in your yellow bin, while soft plastics can possibly be taken to your local s

At the City of Burnside we are always searching for ways to reduce our environmental impact.

Over the past few weeks you may have seen a tag on your red or green bin. This is because we are currently conducting our bin tagging project.

Here at the City of Burnside we pride ourselves on being a Water Smart City.

With another year almost over it's important that we continue to track our progress towards reaching carbon neutrality.

The City of Burnside has recently installed several "Doggie Dunnies" across some of our parks and reserves, designed for the disposal of dog waste.

Cycling is a healthy and fun activity that can save you money on fuel and reduce your greenhouse gas emissions.

Burnside, we have some GREAT news! So far this financial year we have seen a 200 tonne reduction in landfill waste in our red bins.

Here at the City of Burnside we have some beautiful outdoor spaces which are perfect for hosting a variety of healthy wildlife.

Did you know the City of Burnside's most energy intensive site is the George Bolton Swimming Centre?

We are so excited to announce that we have embarked upon a monumental step in our journey to become carbon neutral by 2030.

South Australia's Nature Festival is an annual celebration of the stunning habitats and open spaces we have within our state.

Last month we were excited to celebrate the launch of four brand new electric vehicle (EV) chargers at the Burnside Civic Centre.

Last month we opened the redeveloped Dulwich Community Centre, with environmental sustainability kept front of mind during the works.

With a new year underway, we're proud to look back at our recent achievements in environmental sustainability for both the City of Burnside and the co

Did you know - every household in the City of Burnside can claim two free rolls of compostable bags per financial year and a free kitchen caddy?

One of the City of Burnside's strategic priorities is to conserve and enhance canopy cover throughout the Council area.

Do you have a regulated or significant tree on your property?

We are excited to announce the arrival of a brand-new electric vehicle (EV) for the City of Burnside's fleet!

Over the past year our Environmental Sustainability team has been working hard to implement something VERY exciting that we are so happy to announce..

Since 2021, the South Australian Government has been phasing out problematic single use plastic items, with gradual bans implemented each year.

At the end of each calendar year we publish an annual Environmental Sustainability Review, which assesses our environmental performance against severa

The City of Burnside's weekly organics trial in Beulah Park and the northern part of Kensington Park, launched in September 2024, has been a success!

Following a successful trial run, the City of Burnside has launched a brand-new Habitat Restoration Grant that supports eligible landowners.

Have you ever wanted to get solar panels or a battery system installed, but haven't been sure where to start?

Tomorrow marks the beginning of Nature Festival statewide, and here at the City of Burnside we're hosting a wide range of activities for everyone!