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E News Edition no 8, April 2016
Draft Annual Business Plan
and Budget
The input from our community on the 2016/17
Draft Business Plan and Budget is vital to
ensure that Council continues to deliver the
high quality services that our community
needs; working within the goals of the
Long-Term Financial Plan and remaining
responsive to the Annual Community Survey
outcomes.
Watch out for the flyer and survey in your
letterbox soon.
Family Friendly Event
Batman Vs Superman: Dawn of Justice
Saturday 16 April 3 pm
The Regal Theatre, Kensington Park
Cost: $10
Light refreshments will be provided.
Extra snacks will be available for purchase
from the theatre.
Bookings are essential - call Jen Man om
8366 4109.
Local Artist Support,
Promotion & Development Subsidy
Can we support your artistic development,
skills growth or profile building? Applications
are now open for visual, performing and
literary artists to apply for this subsidy.
Individuals and groups are invited to apply for
up to $1,000 towards eligible activity from
January to June 2016.
Applications now being accepted and close
Sunday 1 May.
Click here for more information and the
application form or call 8366 4109.
Tree Planting
Would like a street tree planted in available
verge space at the front of your property? We
are gathering locations prior to ordering stock
for annual tree planting that occurs from June
to August. Residents can lodge a ‘new tree
request’ with customer service by calling
8366 4200.
An Officer from the arboriculture department
will then inspect the proposed location to
determine if it is suitable for a new tree and
communicate with the resident at that point.
Lowest Rate Rise in 10 Years!
At Tuesday’s meeting Council voted to endorse the 2016/17 Draft Annual Business
Plan and Budget to go to community consultation.
One of the key components of the Draft is for Council to adopt a rates rise
of 0.9 per cent in line with the Local Government Price Index.
This is the lowest increase in more than 10 years and considerably lower than
last year’s rise of 2.9 per cent.
E News
New-look Council website launched today
The new City of Burnside website was launched today. See here for the home page and take some time
to explore. You can also leave feedback if you discover any bugs or issues that you come across too.
Some of the features of the new site are:
More vibrant design including new rich, fresh and attractive imagery.
Best practice design elements including large contact footer, search in top right, home logo in top
left.
Responsive design - works amazingly well on any device.
What’s Near Me functionality inclusive of projects, venues, events, parks, bin day, Ward Councillors.
A full review of all content to reduce ‘wordiness’, update content and ensure it is ‘web friendly’.
Complete revamp of the Minutes and Agendas display.
Parks search by features.
New clear titles in the top tabs that describe what’s within.
Hot buttons on the front page for our nine most sought after services.
A – Z of Services (Check out the What Does Council Do listing).
Navigation and performance enhancements.
Emergency Notice Beacon (we can post urgent messages now if required).
Information Session
Internet Security
Topics include information about viruses and
malware, online scams, protection software,
identity theft, Internet banking and shopping.
Learn more tips on how to be safer using the
Internet.
Tuesday 10 May 10 am - 12 noon
Burnside Community Centre Hall
401 Greenhill Road, Tusmore.
Phone 8366 4166 to register your interest as
morning tea is provided. Optional gold coin
donation.
Decorate to Celebrate
Decorate to Celebrate is the first pilot project
for the new Public Art Street Enrichment
Program initiative.
It will create community street art to celebrate
what is great about living in the City of
Burnside, using techniques such as stobie
pole decorating and yarn bombing.
This activity will be a city-wide free
community development event, staged in the
school holidays of October 2016.
Further details will be posted on our website
in coming weeks.
Glenunga Hub
Fitness Classes
Since its opening on 6 February, Glenunga
Hub is now welcoming over 20 fitness classes
a week through its doors! With everything
ranging from Yoga and Pilates, to Bootcamp
and Personal Training sessions, there is
something to suit all ages and all residents.
Please contact Community Centre staff on
8366 4200 for more information or view the
2015/16 Program booklet here.
Glenunga Hub for Hire
This large open plan community space can
be partitioned to accommodate group hire for
large and small groups and community
classes.
It is also the perfect spot for a party or
celebration.
Facilities include a commercial standard
kitchen, modern meeting room and kiosk.
The community centre is available for hire to
new and existing groups, with the ability to
cater for multi-purpose activities.
Please contact Community Centre staff on
8366 4200 for more information of click here
to see hire rates.
Rose Show
Burnside Community Centre is thrilled to
again host the Rose Society of SA’s Autumn
Rose Show.
Saturday 16 April 12 noon - 5 pm
Sunday 17 April 10 am - 4 pm
Burnside Community Centre
401 Greenhill Road, Tusmore
The event includes an official opening by
Society Patron Mrs Man Le, photographic
competition, displays of roses and
arrangements, informative talks, trading table,
plant sale and trade displays.
More info here.
Rates Notice Online
Burnside ratepayers can receive their Council
rate notices electronically.
If you register for this service your rate
notices will be emailed to you approximately
one month before an instalment is due.
Register on line here.
Please ensure your contact details are
up-to-date.
History Month
History of Glenside Hospital
David Buob will present on the history of
Glenside Hospital which started its life as the
Parkside Lunatic Asylum.
With close to 2,000 beds in the 1950s, this
number has been reduced to 119 beds with
the introduction of antipsychotic medications,
better diagnoses and more effective
therapies.
Thursday 5 May
7 pm
$10 per person
Wine and light supper provided.
Bookings essential and can be made here.
History Month
A Historical and Haunted Journey into
Adelaide’s Darker Side
Adelaide has long been described as a large
country town. The key to unlocking the stories
is usually found in our amazing heritage
buildings and their hauntings. Alison Oborn
will reveal all, ending in an optional Z Ward
Tour. If you want to go on the tour contact
Alison direct on 0407 715 866. Cost of tour is
$25 pp.
Thursday 12 May
7 pm
$10 per person
Wine and light supper provided.
Bookings essential and can be made here.
Youth Activity - Parkour
The sport where you vault over walls and
negotiate various obstacles. Come along and
try this captivating discipline where the
human body is pushed to the very limits of its
capabilities.
Friday 22 April 1 pm - 5 pm
Kensington Gardens Reserve
422 The Parade Kensington Gardens
Cost: $5.00
For more information contact Jen Mann on
8366 4109 or [email protected].
Stencil Art Workshop
Wednesday 20 April 10 am - 4.30 pm
Ages 12+, cost $5.
Clay Sculpture
Wednesday 27 April 10 am - 1 pm
Ages 12+, cost $10.
Pepper Street Arts Centre,
558 Magill Road Magill
For more information contact Jen Mann on
8366 4109 or [email protected].
School Holiday Program
in the Library
Monday 18 April 10.30 am - 2 pm
Robotic workshop with Robogals from the
University of Adelaide, for ages 8+, $5 per
child.
Tuesday 19 April 10.30 am - 12 pm
Junior Maker Space, ages 3 - 7, FREE.
Wednesday 20 April 10.30 am – 11.30 am
Painting and pastels workshop with Ruth
Tuck Art School. Create a beautiful piece of
art to take home, ages 5+, $10 per child.
Tuesday 26 April 10.30 am - 12 pm
Junior Maker Space, ages 3 - 7, FREE.
Wednesday 27 April 2 pm - 3 pm
Drama and Movement Workshop. Express
yourself through drama and movement, have
fun and gain confidence - $5 per child.
Bookings required on 8366 4280.
Bubble Sports
Put on a bubble suit and you are surrounded
by an inflatable device that allows you to run,
bounce, roll and spin, all while bumping into
other bubbles. It’s a great physical workout
but most importantly it’s lots of fun!
Friday 29 April 1 pm - 3 pm
Tusmore Park Hanson Reserve
Stirling Street Tusmore
For more information contact Jen Mann on
8366 4109 or [email protected].
FYI Cafe
Are you over 65 years of age and would like
to enjoy a freshly-cooked meal, meet new
people and support work experience for
youth?
A team of students, supervised by a qualified
chef, prepare a nutritious, delicious and
affordable meal, while learning valuable skills
and working towards a Certificate II in
Community Services.
Held at the Glenunga Hub, Conyngham
Street, Glenside 12 noon to 2 pm every
Monday (except public holidays). Over 65
years only.
Main course and dessert for just $9.
Bookings essential, please phone 8366 4166.
Some transport available for Burnside
residents who no longer drive.
Assistance to Desex your Cat
Has a kitten or cat joined your household re-
cently?
In a first for local government in South
Australia, the City of Burnside is offering a
$50 reimbursement to residents who desex
their cat/s. Limited funding is available. Find
out if you are eligible to take advantage of this
offer here.
If you have further enquiries call our Ranger
Services on 8366 4239.
Tusmore Wading Pool
The Tusmore Wading Pool is closed for the
autumn and winter season. It will re-open in
October 2016.
Thank you for your support over the spring
and summer season
Pool Season Ends Soon
The George Bolton Swimming Centre
Burnside will close for the winter season on
Sunday 12 May 2016.
This is the longest season the pool has ever
had, opening for 31 weeks.
The pool will re-open for the spring/summer
season on Saturday 24 September.
City of Burnside
401 Greenhill Rd,
Tusmore SA 5065
(08) 8366 4200
www.burnside.sa.gov.au
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Pepper Street Arts Centre
There Is No Future Without The Past
An exhibition of paintings by Master Italian Painter Domenico Palombo.
Opening Event: Friday 22 April 6 pm
Opening Speaker: Jill Argent, President of the Friends of Carrick Hill.
Experience the works of this Italian oil painter and master art restorer. See the evolution of his work from a classically trained European perspective to Figurative Abstract Expressionism, with inspiration taken from the wide Australian landscape.
Art restoration demonstrations by Domenico are being held on Wednesday afternoons during the exhibition, 2 pm – 4 pm.
The Escape
School Holiday Art for 5 - 18 year olds.
Paint a moonlit landscape, Monday 18 April 1 pm - 3 pm. Cost: $28 per session
Make a fun Picasso mask, Tuesday 19 April 10 am - 12 noon. Cost: $28 per session
Bookings and enquiries for term and school holiday classes to tutor Helen Favretto 0418 821
217 or [email protected].
Art Classes
Bookings are now open for a range of classes.
Booking details and the full program can be found on the Pepper Street website.
Dorrit’s at Pepper Street
Meet friends at Dorrit’s Coffee shop for afternoon tea located in the creative Pepper Street
Gallery. Open Tuesday to Saturday from 12 noon to 4.30 pm. Free wi-fi.
Volunteers
Interested in joining the Pepper Street volunteer team? If you enjoy an active, people-oriented
environment and are comfortable with a focus on customer service, learning new skills including
use of computers and kitchen duties, please call the City of Burnside’s Volunteer Coordinator on
8366 4284.
SALA Subsidy for Artists
Are you exhibiting during SALA 2016? You may be eligible for up to $110 subsidy towards your
SALA fee on proof of receipt. Closes 20 May 2016.
To find out what is coming soon, please view Pepper News.
An arts and cultural initiative funded by the City of Burnside.
