Salisbury Aware Autumn 2023

I am pleased to introduce the latest issue of our Salisbury Aware magazine, which highlights the inspiring stories of our local residents and many of the projects being undertaken by our Council.

This magazine is an opportunity for us to celebrate the accomplishments and contributions of our fellow community members, and to showcase the exciting initiatives that are shaping our future as a progressive, sustainable and connected City.

As Mayor, I am proud of the collaboration and dedication demonstrated by our community and Council, and I am continually impressed by the creativity and resilience shown in the face of challenges.

SALISBURY AWARE

Editor ERICA VISSER

Production Manager HELEN ATKINS

Feature Writers ERICA VISSER, CLAUDINE SPINNER, LISA BACHMAYER, LEANDRO LOPEZ DIGON

Contributors JENNIFER SOTHMAN

Graphic Design ICON GRAPHIC DESIGN

Photography BLUE RAZOO PHOTOGRAPHY

Printing LANE PRINT GROUP

Distribution IVE

HAVE YOUR SAY Please send your story ideas and photographs for consideration for publication to: Editor Salisbury Aware, City of Salisbury, PO Box 8 Salisbury 5108 or email: city@salisbury.sa.gov.au

EXTRA PUBLICATION COPIES: Available from the Salisbury Council Office at 34 Church Street in Salisbury, local libraries and community centres, while stocks last.

Mayor Gillian Aldridge OAM

This issue features stories that demonstrate the strength and compassion of our community and I hope it serves as a source of inspiration and pride for all of us.

Over the next pages, you can read about our 2023 Australia Day Citizen of the Year Award recipients, check out photos from our latest events and hear from your local Elected Members.

Thank you to everyone who has contributed to this issue, and to all those who work tirelessly to make our community a better place.

I encourage everyone to read this magazine and celebrate the amazing achievements of our friends and neighbours.

Sincerely,

Gillian Aldridge OAM

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SOUTH WARD

EAST WARD

PARA WARD

Cr Kylie Grenfell kgrenfell@salisbury.sa.gov.au

NORTH WARD

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CENTRAL WARD

Cr Chad Buchanan JP Deputy Mayor cbuchanan@salisbury.sa.gov.au

WEST WARD

Cr Sharon McKell 8406 8222 smckell@salisbury.sa.gov.au

HILLS WARD

Cr Shiralee Reardon JP 0427 095 566 sreardon@salisbury.sa.gov.au

LITERACY A SKILL FOR LIFE

City

In collaboration with its partners, the Cities of Charles Sturt, Marion, Holdfast Bay, Port Adelaide Enfield and Prospect, and supported through funding from the SA Public Libraries Board Innovation Fund – the Salisbury Community Hub will host three major performances that bring books to life

and help to connect people to all the wideranging programs and services offered at their local libraries.

There are events that appeal to both the young and old including the full Adelaide Symphony Orchestra performing its newly commissioned work, ‘In This Place’, featuring award winning South Australian author Phil Cummings who will also be attending on the day for book signings.

Windmill Theatre will be providing two performances of its magical adaptation of Ted

Prior’s beloved picture book, Grug and the Rainbow.

A ‘choose your own adventure’ whimsical storytelling experience known as Once Upon a Jar will also be performed by Patch Theatre.

Entry is free to all South Australian library card members and bookings are essential.

Tickets can be ordered through Eventbrite at: litforlife.eventbrite.com

WORDS Claudine Spinner

of Salisbury is very excited to be delivering a number of free exciting and innovative events as part of the Literacy for Life project.

ELECTED MEMBERS

Mayor Gillian Aldridge

OAM

As Mayor it would be like picking my favourite child to choose my one favourite place to visit in our City. There are so many great areas to have fun, relax, take a walk in nature, use one of our bike tracks, go shopping or enjoy a fantastic meal with friends. There are hidden gems all over this City and I encourage you to experience them all.

Deputy

We are fortunate to have so many fantastic local parks, wetlands and the Little Para Trail in Central Ward. One of my favourite wetlands is the Kaurna Park Wetlands. Full of wildlife, beautiful scenery and a great walking trail. Same can be said for walking the Little Para Trail. Nature at its best.

The newly revitalised Paddocks is my favourite to visit! A brand new playground was installed last year that features an interactive nature playspace, accessible play equipment and a splashtastic waterplay area. There are beautiful trails that wrap around the wetlands which are full of bird life and fully accessible with easy paths, crossings and parking. Along with a newly upgraded fully enclosed dog park.

Cr Johnny Chewparsad

The Saints Shopping Centre is my choice of place in the City of Salisbury. One stop dining, shopping, medical, beauty and fitness. Good coffee and breakfast on a Saturday morning is heart-warming. Families eating, laughing, talking and shopping. The nail parlour is busy. Men and kids head to pick out flowers next door. Smiles that are shared are priceless.

Cr Kylie Grenfell

I adore Chiera & Sons Fresh Market at Hollywood Plaza for the best produce around, plus the Saturday morning Portuguese Tarts are amazing. All the staff are so welcoming. It just feels like home whilst being affordable and they also try to source locally. I also can’t go past my walks to First Things First Coffee on Salisbury Highway, Salisbury Downs. They make the PERFECT coffee every time.

Baltimore Reserve on Oleander Drive at Parafield Gardens is a family favourite. I love to take my niece there for the swings and it’s great for picnics with family and friends. There are also two enclosed dog-friendly parks, which are a great place for dogs to exercise unleashed.

I have to admit I have a habit of visiting one of my favourites on the way to my other favourite place.

Anyone who knows me knows I am a fan of donuts and good coffee, so I typically visit the Homestead Bakery on my way to taking Patch, my staffy, to Golding Oval Dog Park. This is Patch’s favourite place to run while I enjoy my treat.

Cr Alan Graham

Great question, yet so difficult to answer as Salisbury has so many wonderful places to visit. I don’t have a particular ‘favourite’ place, however the great open spaces and facilities we have, including our parks, sporting and social clubs, are right up there as they provide great opportunities for communities to come together to make life-long friends and long lasting memories.

Mayor Cr Chad Buchanan JP

Cr Sarah Ouk JP

Cr Lauren Brug

HAVE THEIR SAY

There is so much choice, with many wonderful locations in the area. I love Saints Shopping Centre but that’s likely a little biased because of Carews Florist. I’ve spent many relaxing days at Carisbrooke Park with a picnic watching the kids kick a footy, and my children loved attending St Kilda Adventure Playground through their younger years.

As a local councillor, I like to hear and engage with local residents directly. One of the most important ways I am able to advocate for the needs of my community is by going out and visiting residents to see what’s important to them. You can also find me at local sporting clubs or grabbing a bite to eat at the Para Hills Bakery or Manor Farm Shopping Centre.

There’re so many favourite places! But a few of mine in West Ward are:

• a relaxing walk around the main lake in Mawson Lakes fish and chips in a visit to St Kilda Adventure Playground and the mangroves

• sunset at The Watershed, Greenfields.

I like to visit the Salisbury Oval Playground on Brown Terrace with my family. The playground’s great for older and more adventurous kids, and it’s also a perfect spot for a walk or to stop for lunch, with a barbecue, picnic facilities and toilets. And for the footy fans, it’s right next to the Salisbury Oval Football Club.

My favourite place to visit is Sir Douglas Mawson Lake, which is near my home. I enjoy walking around the lake most days with my little dog Teddy and love the serenity of the water, especially in the early evening. In summer, there are many ducklings swimming around with the older ducks. It is a good place to meet residents walking with their dogs or families.

Cr Peter Jensen JP

Cr Sharon McKell

Cr David Hood JP

Cr Moni Mazzeo

Cr Beau Brug JP

We asked our Elected Members, ‘What is your favourite place to visit in the City of Salisbury?’

Maybe it will offer you some inspiration!

WORDS Lisa Bachmayer

A WORKPLACE TO BE PROUD OF

The City of Salisbury’s operations staff have always been an integral part of making sure the City runs smoothly and looks appealing, but now they and their equipment have an award-winning, state-of-the-art building as their home base so they can continue to serve the community into the future.

Now four years later, after extensive consultation with operations staff and a year of building works, the site has been transformed into a progressive, sustainable and state-of-the-art place to work, boosting staff morale and encouraging a collaborative team environment.

The newly upgraded Operations Centre features a series of flexible spaces, providing indoor and outdoor meeting places for small meetings to large group gatherings, muster rooms filled with natural sunlight, a communal kitchen with breakout areas to encourage team bonding, improved storage, open-plan offices, lockers and change rooms, a revamped facade and sustainabilityfocussed features, such as recycled water for irrigation.

Both cost-effective and sustainable approaches were taken on board in the project plans, boosting the visual appeal of the dated building while using the existing building and materials where possible.

Located at Cross Keys Road in Salisbury South, the council’s upgraded Operations Centre was named Best Public Works in the $2$5 million category at the South Australian Institute of Public Works Engineering Australia (IPWEA SA) annual awards in December last year.

The $4.5 million project, delivered in partnership with Thomson Rossi Architects, involved the renovation and extension of the existing site: a series of scattered transportable buildings inside a long and

narrow industrial shed with a lack of natural light, small and isolated offices, multiple lunchrooms for different council departments and a disjointed layout of workshops, leading to a segregated work environment.

Uniting the council’s operations staff - who worked across three different depots until they moved into one single site in 2005as one team and creating a collaborative working environment was the council’s priority when it first started the planning and consultation phase in 2019.

Mayor Gillian Aldridge OAM said the council and the project architects held workshops with operations staff to gain a clear understanding of what a day in the life of someone working at the site looked like.

“It was important to make sure we understood the staff’s needs so we could provide them with a building that serves them, so that they can continue to serve the community of Salisbury into the future,” Mayor Aldridge said.

“This is a project and a building we can be really proud of; not just because it looks good,

John Harry CEO, Mayor Gillian Aldridge OAM and Toby Henderson cutting the ribbon at the opening of the Operations Centre.

but because it’s progressive, it’s sustainable and - most importantly - it’s sensitive to the needs of our staff so that this building serves the functions it needs to, both now and in the future.

More than 130 staff are housed at the Operations Centre, which acts as a home base for the City of Salisbury’s field crews, providing asset maintenance services across the council region.

These teams are responsible for looking after Salisbury’s reserves, sports grounds, playgrounds and public furniture, wetlands, native landscapes and biodiversity, tree planting and care, footpaths, roads, cemeteries, drainage, street and reserve bins, litter and dumped rubbish services.

The site also houses the more than 250 vehicles needed to carry out this work, including trucks, utes, vans, trailers and machinery such as mowers, wood chippers and elevated work platforms, along with a mechanical workshop to service them all and a wash-down bay for cleaning.

There is also a store stocked with materials and consumable goods needed to carry out council services. As part of the centre upgrade, the store was given extra storage and a drive-through area for the efficient collection of equipment and goods.

Mayor Aldridge said the project - which involved relocating staff to a temporary ‘camp’ made up of portable work huts during the 12 month construction period - successfully met all of its objectives.

“What was once a segregated and impractical working environment is now a contemporary workplace, filled with ambience, natural light and flexible workspaces,” Mayor Aldridge said.

“Instead of staff being scattered in small rooms, transportable buildings and work huts, the layout of the upgraded centre unites them together, strengthens work morale and encourages teams to collaborate with one another.

“It’s a safe working environment, it’s environmentally responsible, it gives us flexibility to accommodate operational

changes in the future and it is now a great place to work.”

Mayor Aldridge said the project was an innovative one because it had to cater for the varying needs of staff working in the office, in the field and in the store, whilst encouraging a collaborative work environment.

“The operations staff are at the heart of the council’s activities, doing all the important and necessary work to keep the City running effectively and looking beautiful, so it is important they have everything they need to continue doing so,” Mayor Aldridge said.

“It is an investment in our staff, but it is a smart and sustainable investment, so that they can serve the community with pride and efficiency.

“We all know the City of Salisbury is a great place to live, but now it’s also a great place to work because we’ve taken the care to understand our staff’s needs and provided them with an investment that will allow them to continue serving the community into the future.

Operations staff at the opening of the Operations Centre.

OUT AND ABOUT WITH YOUR DOG

TOP TIPS FOR KEEPING

Before visiting a dog park, make sure your dog has up to date vaccinations, is microchipped, registered, and desexed (if required).

It is important to only visit dog parks if you are sure your dog is comfortable around other people/ animals. If your dog is a bit shy, it might be a good idea to try it out during a quieter time.

Remember to always socialise your dog before you take it off leash. On or off leash, do not let your dog approach someone else or their dog unsupervised.

When out at Council parks or reserves, all dogs must be on a 2 metre leash between the hours of 8am to 6.30pm. When walking along footpaths and roads your dog must be on a leash at all times.

Always clean up after your dog using the bags and bins provided.

Throw a towel in the car in case your pooch gets muddy.

Please remember, even off leash dogs must be under effective control at all times. This means:

• respond to voice command

• must be in close proximity

• you must be able to see the dog at all times

TAKING ACTION FOR A GREENER FUTURE

Greenfields Wetlands is already renowned for its progressive and innovative water recycling program, so it was only fitting it become home to another one of the City of Salisbury’s sustainable projects.

The Mawson Lakes site - one of Australia’s first large constructed wetlands - collects stormwater to be recycled and delivered throughout the area, keeping the council’s ovals, parks and playing spaces green.

It also houses the former Mawson Lakes Sales Centre, which was relocated to the site in 2006 to become The Watershed Function Centre and Cafe, enjoying views over the wetlands.

Now, Greenfields Wetlands has become the new home to dozens of discarded bollards that originally lined Church and John Streets and were removed as part of the Church and John Streets Revitalisation Project last year.

Instead of sending the bollards to landfill, council staff decided to salvage and store more than 200 of the removed bollards.

More than 80 bollards were sent to Greenfields Wetlands, freshly painted and installed between the water and carpark as part of new landscaping works to create a grassed area with views over the water.

The remaining bollards have been sent to the operations centre, awaiting a similar opportunity to be reused in the future.

Mayor Gillian Aldridge OAM said the project, which involved several council departments working together, demonstrated the City of Salisbury’s commitment to sustainable practices.

“By giving the old bollards a new lease of life, we have saved waste from landfill, saved finances and helped create a beautiful area for the community to enjoy in the process,” Mayor Aldridge said.

“There are opportunities for all of us - including Council - to lead the way by acting responsibly and sustainably for the benefit of the environment and our community.”

Mayor Aldridge said the council tries to incorporate sustainable practices, including diverting waste for landfill, into all areas of its operations.

When the Bridgestone tyre factory closed down, for example, the council was given the staff carpark - now part of the council’s water recycling program - and a grass paddock - now Bridgestone Athletics Centre - to be used for the community’s benefit. The carpark asphalt and concrete kerb were crushed and used for footpaths, while steel from a shade structure and roof cladding was used to build the recycled water pump station.

“We reuse playground equipment where we can, we incorporate 30 per cent recycled asphalt into new pavements as well as recycled glass where possible, we repurpose recycled timber and we try to reuse mulch from pruning to keep the city green,” Mayor Aldridge said.

“When we make sustainable choices, whether it’s building wetlands for flood protection and stormwater harvesting or reusing the bollards, the benefits often flow on to the community as well as the environment.”

Council volunteer Linda Millison, who runs guided tours of Greenfields Wetlands for schools and community groups, said visitors were often “bowled over” by both the educational and aesthetic aspects of the site.

“What I think is really special about the wetlands is if you didn’t know it was there, you would just drive past it,” she said. “Most people leave with a new appreciation of the area, especially the young ones.”

For more information about Greenfields Wetlands please visit: salisbury.sa.gov.au/greenfieldswetlands

WORDS Lisa Bachmayer

Linda Millison, Volunteer Tour Guide.

ATTRACTS THOUSANDS FRINGE C

Thousands of people joined in the fun at Council’s well-loved annual Salisbury Fringe Carnival in February.

Fringe fever was alive during the twoday event at the Salisbury Civic Plaza/ Inparrinthi Kumangka, where attendees enjoyed free highlights including rides, entertainment and roving performers.

Mayor Gillian Aldridge OAM said she was thrilled there was a record turnout for the event.

“It’s events like our Salisbury Fringe Carnival that bring our community together to create lasting memories,” Mayor Aldridge said.

“Thank you to everyone who attended and enjoyed the day as well as to our tireless staff members who work behind the scenes to make these events a reality.”

An estimated 12,500 people attended over the course of the two days.

You can find out more about Council’s upcoming events at: salisbury.sa.gov.au/events

WORDS Erica Visser

C ARNIVAL

ACHIEVERS CELEBRATING OUR

the family began collecting bottles and cans from local beaches and community bins.

Later that year, the not-for-profit Mustard Seed Family Project was established where funds received from recycling those bottles and cans funded produce to be “paid forward” at the Paid 4 U Café. The name of this unique café, which supports struggling families, says it all. Since opening in June 2021, more than 100 meals have been paid forward and a Foodbank has recently opened at the café.

with the City of Salisbury. Since joining Youth Council she has been involved in many events, projects, workshops and exhibitions promoting opportunities for young people. She donates and raises money for charities that include supporting young people and nations in poverty. But older people haven’t been forgotten. Madeline assists a number of senior citizens in her community with tech and documentation support.

During the day, we welcomed about 30 new citizens and honoured our local achievers with the announcement of the 2023 Australia Day Citizen of the Year Awards.

Georgi Thomas

Mr. Georgi Thomas is a very giving person. As a matter of fact, he’s given back to the City of Salisbury community in many generous ways. For over six years Georgi’s been serving the homeless and promoting recycling through projects such as The Mustard Seed Family Project, Paid 4 U Café, Foodbanks and Latte 4 U.

Arriving in Australia in 2016, Georgi, his wife Minu and children Evangeline and Evan became permanent residents in 2019. While working one day that year he noticed a homeless man eating food out of a bin. After a chat, Georgi felt he needed to do something to give back to the homeless. So,

During the 2019 bushfires and COVID-19 pandemic, Georgi was able to support over 3,000 families with food kits, blankets, sleeping bags and Christmas gifts. Paid 4 U Café also offers barista skill development training. In October 2022 the café launched a coffee van, Latte 4 U offering free hot coffee for those sleeping rough. The van has proved to be very popular at local community events and can be booked for private, social and community functions.

In 2022, Georgi won The Andamooka Community Project Award where the Paid 4 U Café was recognised as a community project with a significant benefit. All of Georgi’s projects are supported by Local, State and Federal Governments as well as local community businesses.

Madeline Prince

Madeline Prince is passionate about her community and making a difference in our society with a selfless attitude to improving the quality of life for others and the environment around her.

An outstanding young active citizen, Madeline takes pride in her work and volunteering

One of her biggest contributions is to the Biggest Morning Tea which assists the Cancer Council with research and support. A cause that is dear to her heart, each year she raises over $2,500 by hosting events. She also provides support for events such as R U OK? Day and Harmony Day, which promote awareness of mental health and inclusiveness, respect and belonging for all Australians regardless of culture or language.

A long-standing member of the Adelaide Zoo, Madeline is a very active volunteer for environmental causes. Her work on the Youth Council resulted in advocating for a trial of disposable mask bins for the City of Salisbury, due to the impact that COVID-19 and mandatory masks had on our environment. The successful motion has since been rolled out across several City of Salisbury sites. Madeline is recipient of the Muriel Matters Award, a Catholic cause promoting women’s rights through selfless acts, strong faith and community connections.

And these are just some of her many achievements. The generous contributions Madeline has made to the City of Salisbury community have proven to show leadership, creativity and initiative. She has enhanced our community vision improving our quality

WORDS Erica Visser

About 5,000 people celebrated together at the City of Salisbury’s Australia Day celebration.

GEORGI THOMAS CITIZEN OF THE YEAR

of life in the City of Salisbury through learning and education, volunteering and community safety and awareness.

Geoff Meikle

Musician, mentor, conductor, teacher, volunteer - Geoff Meikle has lived in Salisbury most of his adult life. He has been an active citizen throughout this time and is highly regarded in the wider Salisbury community. He contributed to his community for many years with his entertaining involvement in the Salisbury Brass Band as a player, conductor and MC at community events. He brought the joy of music to many people who wouldn’t otherwise get an opportunity to hear a band.

Geoff dedicated 20 years of service to the Salisbury East High School, running the music program for a number of years. He was responsible for many student performances at local schools and community events with the SEHS Concert Band. As a school teacher he positively influenced the lives of hundreds of students in the world of music, a number of whom were disengaged from the schooling experience. He went above and beyond to improve student outcomes and create long lasting community connections.

Today Geoff is a volunteer driver on a regular basis for the City of Salisbury going above and

beyond caring for the people he transports by being very thoughtful and attentive. Waiting in the courtyard for his passengers while they finish off Bingo, for example, is important to them as they enjoy social interaction with others.

Geoff formed the ‘Itty Bitty Band’, which started as a street band a few years ago playing at various venues around Salisbury such as the Old Spot Markets, the Parabanks Shopping Centre and recently for Port Adelaide Football Club supporters. He is regularly asked to perform on trumpet at ANZAC and Remembrance Day ceremonies and does so with the utmost commitment and professionalism.

Geoff plays occasionally at the Jack Young Centre where he entertains seniors, adding to their quality of life, promoting overall mental and physical health and putting a smile on their faces. Geoff’s contribution to his community and his thoughts about building community capacity make him a truly worthy Senior Citizen of the Year.

Dog’s Day Out

The highly successful Dog’s Day Out at Mawson Lakes, run by the Lions Club of Salisbury, attracted thousands of local people and their dogs as well as many others from

near and far. It was a welcome return to dogfriendly events for dog lovers everywhere!

It was the perfect setting for all breeds of leash-friendly dogs and their owners to mingle in a safe and organised environment. After the restrictions of COVID 19 it filled a gap, especially given the loss of community events. Everyone enjoyed the day and spent money at surrounding businesses, making an economic impact. The Lions Club is receiving calls to hold Dog’s Day Out more than annually. The good news is, it’s back on track. Being a free public event no doubt added to its huge success.

The event highlighted the need for appropriate dog and cat management and welcomed the City of Salisbury team, which held an education stall. It also provided a significant opportunity for community building and connection. Held in Mobara Park and the Denison Centre, there were loads of stalls with everything to delight man’s best friend, from pup-cakes to coats, toys and treats.

To add to the appeal of the day, there were also dog trainers, behaviour advisors, breeders and therapists on site to give advice and assistance. Several dog rescue organisations were there with some lovely dogs looking for their ‘furever homes’. >>>

GEOFF MEIKLE SENIOR CITIZEN OF THE YEAR

DOG’S DAY OUT - ALEX COATES COMMUNITY EVENT OF THE YEAR

MADELINE PRINCE YOUNG CITIZEN OF THE YEAR

A local vet was also available for advice and vet checks, along with discounted microchipping at the Paws & Claws stall. But humans weren’t forgotten – there were food stalls for them too!

Well deserving of The Community Event of the Year Award, Dog’s Day Out, staged by the Lions Club of Salisbury attracted visitors from as far away as Barossa Valley, and generated plenty of social media. It is anticipated that this event will become a regular feature in all dog lover’s calendars.

Qasem Bahmanzadah

Qasem Bahmanzadah was born in Ghazni Afghanistan and lived in Pakistan for a few years before arriving in Australia as a refugee in 2008. Without knowing a word of English, he not only went on to complete a Bachelor of Aviation at UniSA, he also became a great mentor, team leader and friend of the Salisbury community. He is an active citizen and outstanding role model volunteering with the City of Salisbury, using his skills and experience to empower youth and help those in need.

Qasem’s focus has been on youth leadership and development programs, educating the young disadvantaged about everything from leadership, teamwork, communication, conflict resolution and management, public

speaking and interpersonal skills. But it doesn’t end there. Qasem has even shared the importance of knowing basic first aid and CPR and assisted in providing different events for students throughout the semester while easing their stress during exam times.

As a Peer Leader and Youth Ambassador for the Australian Refugee Association (ARA) Qasem has had the opportunity to share his story to the wider community and raise awareness for asylum seekers and refugees. Qasem hopes that one day he can set up a program to empower disadvantaged women and youths in Australia and developing countries. It really says a lot about Qasem’s great heart and compassion for the future of mankind.

Qasem is equally as passionate about Indigenous employment, having been a mentor for the Australian Indigenous Mentoring Experience (AIME), assisting year 8-12 students with their schoolwork, learning more about the first nations people, and sharing his own story.

Qasem’s community involvement and leadership has been recognised with the prestigious Minister of Education’s Award of Leadership in Languages and Cultures; the Governor’s Multicultural Award in Youth Category and Finalist for Rotaractor of the

Year Award for his work with the Rotary; the People Choice Award for Young Achiever Awards and a Finalist for the Young Achiever Awards. Qasem doesn’t look for recognition but he is happy when his work is celebrated in the community.

Nomiki Thomas

13 year old Nomiki has achieved quite a lot for her age: The ‘Dame Roma Mitchell Award for Academic Excellence’ (when aged 9); two academic scholarships; The ‘Sylvia Ann Bedford’ Handbell Prize; ‘2019 Perfect Score Trophy’; Walkerville Council’s 2022 Young Volunteer Award; 2022 Children’s Week Awards and the Inspiring SA Women’s Awards nominations.

A budding author, Nomiki’s short story ‘Golden Handkerchief’, was shortlisted and published by Write 4 Fun in 2020.

In 2021, as part of Nomiki’s Year 7 curriculum at St. Andrews School, she was required to complete a personal project. With her passion for writing she decided hers would be to write and publish a book and donate part of the proceeds of the small number of copies printed, to the Indigenous Literacy Foundation. Nomiki received full marks for her project and very positive feedback for her book entitled ‘Goodbye’. The story is of Anna, a young girl who after being told that her father had died, opens a letter and what she uncovers changes her life.

This has encouraged her to continue with her fundraising efforts for this wonderful cause, create awareness and hopefully inspire other young people to follow their dreams, as well as helping others. To date Nomiki has donated $1,000 to the Indigenous Literacy Foundation from the sale of her book and she aims to keep building on that in 2023.

She also hopes that her donations will help to address the educational disadvantages faced by Indigenous Australian children and young people by providing access to books and literacy programs. Nomiki’s dream is to become a doctor when she grows up, to help people in need. She hopes to encourage other kids to follow their dreams, despite any social or economic limitations.

QASEM BAHMANZADAH ACTIVE CITIZENSHIP NOMIKI THOMAS MAYOR’S COMMENDATION AWARD

FULL STEM AHEAD

Former Salisbury High School student Mitchell Odegaard didn’t even know what engineers did when one of his teachers first suggested he become one.

Now 21, Mr Odegaard - who plays senior football at the Salisbury Football Club and coached its Under 16 team to the flag last year - is kicking goals in the field in more ways than one.

The proud Larrakia man is studying civil engineering at the University of Adelaide and interns at a prominent engineering firm, with his sights firmly set on a fulfilling career in the STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) industry.

“Maths was definitely my strong point and my passion…(but) I definitely wouldn’t have chosen engineering if it weren’t for my maths teacher and the support she gave me,” Mr Odegaard says.

It wasn’t until Year 12 when he attended an event for the South Australian Aboriginal Secondary Training Academy (SAASTA), a program providing culturally sensitive education support to indigenous learners, and saw an experiment explaining water equilibrium that he grasped both an understanding and appreciation of engineering.

“That got me thinking and, ever since then, I’ve been interested in the water side of civil engineering,” Mr Odegaard says.

“I think it’s a sustainable career, but also an insightful and impactful one. You can change

people’s lives with what you do and work on some pretty big projects.”

Mr Odegaard is now encouraging other indigenous students to pursue their own future in STEM. In his role as a mentor for the STEM Aboriginal Student Congress programan annual, two-day event where indigenous learners explore STEM connections to their culture in hopes of inspiring them to consider a career in the industry - he ran the same experiment at last year’s event that inspired him as a teenager.

“I wasn’t surprised to see that every student was very excited with the prac,” he says. “They were intrigued by it… and found it an opportunity to learn.”

The Salisbury North man says he was motivated to support other young people in his various mentoring roles after being awarded the Phoebe Wanganeen Scholarship in 2020.

The City of Salisbury initiative, which has been running since 2008, provides financial support to young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students in the council area who pursue further study after high school.

Mr Odegaard, who put the funding towards resources such as engineering textbooks and a graphics calculator and a study tour, urges other young indigenous students to apply for the scholarship program.

“Continuing with studies after high school is such a big jump, (but)... it gives you the confidence that you are meant to be there and you’re being recognised for the work you’ve done so far.

“The scholarship helped support me to get to where I am now… so I look forward to seeing the next students coming through the rounds and being supported by it too.”

WORDS Lisa Bachmayer

Mitchell Odegaard, 2020 Phoebe Wanganeen Scholarship recipient.

STRONG INVESTMENT CONTINUES

and confirming the advantages of being located in the region.

These are some of the investment highlights of the last twelve months:

The last twelve months have shown that Salisbury continues to be the engine room of Northern Adelaide. The number of jobs in the council area has reached 54,000 and there are almost 10,000 active businesses registered for GST. These numbers include national and multinational companies of renown that continue to choose Salisbury as the place to do business.

The pandemic has had a positive impact in the construction, logistics and warehousing sectors, which have all experienced significant growth and highlight the competitive advantage of the region. Defence continues to be a key driver for investment in the area, with the Australian Department of Defence increasingly focusing investment on the Edinburgh RAAF base, and multinational companies like SAAB, BAE Systems or Kongsberg are consolidating their presence

One of the most interesting aspects of the region’s economy has been the consistent registration of new businesses in the area, with more businesses opening than closing in Salisbury every year since 2016. In fact, the net change of the number of businesses registered for GST has exceeded on average more than 140 businesses per year. This confirms that the region has not only been the location of choice for big logistics and defence companies, but also for people looking to start their own business.

The City of Salisbury continues to play a critical role in supporting economic growth in the region. Through the Polaris Business Development Centre, Council provides support to people looking to start or grow their business, and to companies that are interested in expanding their operations in the region. If you want to know more, visit www.polariscentre.com.au or contact us at (08) 8260 8205.

Haighs Chocolates

Haighs Chocolates is commencing development on a new production facility, as part of a 10-year strategy to double production over the coming years. The new facility is going to be constructed in the Nexus North Industrial State precinct in Salisbury South, near other high-profile food and beverage manufacturers, like Bega, Bickford’s, and Coca Cola Amatil. The development will include a 9,000 sqm production facility and 6,000 sqm for online orders and warehousing.

The District

Construction is underway on the new $50 million District Outlet Centre, the first and only undercover discount mall in Adelaide.

Located at Parafield Airport, the 15,000 sqm site will be home to more than 45 national and international brands and will include a very diverse food court. The outlet centre will create more than 500 jobs and is expected to open in mid-2023.

Holiday Inn & Suites Mawson Lakes

Pelligra Group has started construction of its new development in Mawson Lakes that will include a Holiday Inn Hotel. The 130-room hotel will feature all the Holiday Inn brand hallmarks, including an open lobby, as well as all-day dining restaurant and lobby bar, conferencing facilities and gymnasium.

The building will also include ‘The Heroic’, over 4,700sqm of flexible office and retail space that includes eight retail tenancies at ground floor and three levels of office accommodation.

WORDS Leandro Lopez Digon

Salisbury continues to be the engine of the Northern Adelaide economy.

Artist Impression of The District Outlet Centre opening mid 2023.

Tech Park (Mawson Lakes)

Saab Australia is investing $77 million (including $22 million from the Federal Government’s Modern Manufacturing Initiative) to expand its Technology Park presence and build a Sovereign Combat System Collaboration Centre at Mawson Lakes. The expansion will add more than 300 new employees to Saab’s headquarters over the coming years, taking the total staff working in its Adelaide office to almost 1,000.

The project will provide a state-of-the-art facility for the sector, as well as assist small and medium businesses to gain access to both national and global supply chains. It will

also offer a combat systems school, providing specialised courses to address industry skills shortages in areas such as naval operations and software engineering.

Kongsberg Defence Australia, a local subsidiary of the Norwegian Defence company, has started construction of its new 2,500 sqm facility in Tech Park. In order to support the local production and sustainment

activities on current and planned programs, a new purpose-built facility is being constructed.

Furthermore, Kongsberg has committed to work on technology transfer and is establishing a local supplier base to support its programs. This facility is the first in the AsiaPacific region for Kongsberg’s Defence and will create more than 50 highly skilled jobs.

Artist Impression of new Holiday Inn & Suites currently being developed.

Artist Impression of Kongsberg Defence Australia’s new facility.

Artist Impression of new state-of-the-art headquarters for SAAB Australia.

CLOCK TOWER ART UNVEILED

As part of the City of Salisbury’s commitment to reconciliation, Council has partnered with award-winning Kaurna and Ngarrindjeri Landscape Architect and Visual Artist Paul Herzich to shine light on the Aboriginal history and identity of this land.

The artwork depicts histories told by prominent Kaurna and Narungga Elders and local Salisbury residents Uncle Frank Wanganeen and Dr Kevin ‘Uncle Dookie’ O’Loughlin OAM.

Made of large aluminium panelling, it features drawings representing local features of significance including Vernal Pools in Parafield, as well as a dingo whose skeleton was found in Greenfields.

The artwork was unveiled at the corner of Church and John Streets in a special ceremony in January which lead into events to celebrate Council’s Australiana Week.

As part of the event, Elders Uncle Frank and Uncle Dookie shared Aboriginal histories and discussed broader themes of reconciliation and messages for the community.

Mayor Gillian Aldridge OAM said it was important to reflect on our past history in the

lead up to Australia Day.

“Salisbury is committed to enhancing relationships, respect and opportunities available to our Aboriginal community,” Mayor Aldridge said.

“We recognise that Salisbury is built upon Kaurna land and many parts of the Salisbury region – including our wetlands sites – are sacred to the Aboriginal community.

“The unveiling of our new clock tower artwork will complement our commitment to strengthening connections between all parts of our community and tie in with existing themes seen at the Salisbury Community Hub.”

An existing artwork by Paul Herzich can be seen at the John Harvey Community Hall within the Salisbury Community Hub in Church Street.

WORDS Erica Visser

The iconic Salisbury City Centre clock tower has been dressed with new artwork.

Uncle Dookie O’Loughlin OAM, Mayor Gillian Aldridge OAM & Artist Paul Herzich.

READY TO GET ACTIVE

City of Salisbury has been awarded one of 10 grants offered by the Heart Foundation towards the development of projects that encourage communities to improve their health through physical activity.

The $10,000 in funding will be used by Council to deliver a new program Be Active –Find Your WHY, which is aimed at community members aged over 50 by increasing awareness of opportunities to get active and motivating them to increase their level of physical activity.

The program will be delivered with support from the University of South Australia and feature a number of key activities including:

• A series of postcards featuring local people sharing the details of how and why they stay active

• Hands-on sessions to support community members to identify their ‘why’ and complete their own postcard

• Wellbeing expo – a fun day featuring speakers on key topics, displays and activities

• Come and try sessions for everything from contemporary dancing to using the adult fitness equipment

• One-on-one coaching sessions with an exercise physiologist for those finding it tough to incorporate more activity into their lives.

Mayor Gillian Aldridge OAM said she was proud that Salisbury’s project was selected as the only South Australian recipient, out of a national pool of more than 300 applications to the Heart Foundation for funding from schools, universities and community organisations.

“We know that more than half of Australia’s population is not meeting the recommended

guidelines for daily physical activity, and programs such as Be Active – Find Your WHY aim to change that at a local community level,” Mayor Aldridge said.

“Council is excited to play a role in helping older community members break down some of those common barriers that can mean we don’t move as much as we would like to in our busy lives.”

For more information about Be Active - Find Your WHY please visit: salisbury.sa.gov.au/why

WORDS Erica Visser

Giuseppe Cavallaro getting active for the Heart Foundation.

WORDS Lisa Bachmayer

GROWING STRONGER EVERY YEAR

What started as a seed of an idea among a small group of like-minded locals to discuss their love for gardening over regular supper catch ups has blossomed into a burgeoning social club a decade later.

The Mawson Lakes Garden Club is inviting other green-minded residents in the wider community to don their fanciest hats and join in its 10th anniversary celebrations, featuring a garden party-style afternoon tea on Sunday 28 May.

Whether you consider yourself a greenthumbed guru or a gardening groupie, chances are you too will feel right at home among this self-confessed “fairly eclectic and friendly bunch”.

Club president Vaaldir Thrupp says the best part of the group, which has grown to more than 30 members from Mawson Lakes and surrounding suburbs, is the social aspect.

“Everyone is really friendly and gets on very well.

“Members vary from the expert gardener sharing their know-how and expertise, to people who just like learning about gardens and going to look at beautiful gardens. It’s quite a diverse group in its interests.”

Each month, members meet over supper to learn about gardening from guest speakers. Topics planned for this year include indoor plants, herbs and salvias, the history of

Australian gardens, irises and roses around the world.

“The speakers we get are always interesting,” Mrs Thrupp says. “You always learn something new.”

Club members also enjoy excursions across Adelaide and surrounding regions to interesting gardens, such as a frog garden, private gardens in the Adelaide Hills, wineries and even beer gardens.

The 10th anniversary afternoon tea will feature prizes for the best hats and guest speaker Tracy Semmler-Booth, a mental health nurse who will discuss gardening for mental wellbeing.

Mrs Thrupp says the mental health benefits of gardening are huge.

“When you’re in the garden and working, you focus on what you’re doing rather than what is worrying you or on your mind.

“There’s the magpies warbling in the background, caterpillars chomping on plants, wondering how to attract butterflies, and digging up the soil to find earth worms. It’s soul food, some would say.”

Get growing

Winter gardening tips

• Plant bulbs in April or May for spring flowering.

• Be careful not to overwater indoor plants in winter. Allow them to dry out and then give a good soaking.

• Plant bare rooted roses in winter.

• Prune roses but not too early. July is about right.

• Prune fruit trees, grapevines and hydrangeas for good spring growth.

• Keep weeds down, they pull up more easily after rain.

• Mulch after the winter rains to maintain soil moisture.

• Plan and prepare the soil for future plantings.

Vaal Thrupp, President Mawson Lakes Garden Club.

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• Interesting and meaningful activities in the community

As one of SA’s largest privately owned rehabilitation centres we offer:

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- large physiotherapy clinic

- large physiotherapy clinic

- hydrotherapy pool

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- hydrotherapy pool

- rehabilitation gymnasium

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- rehabilitation gymnasium

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As a Registered NDIS Provider, we support our child, adolescent and adult NDIS participants with various neurological, musculoskeletal, and mental health conditions.

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• A safe environment to learn skills and make friends

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• Highly trained and compassionate staff

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• 12 week programming with a developmental approach

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MAKING YOU AWARE

Salisbury Aware provides an important avenue for Council to share the latest in news and events with you.

It also allows us to celebrate and shed light on local achievers and interesting stories that take place across our City that may otherwise go unrecognised.

However, we are committed to being progressive in ensuring we deliver the news you want to know in a way that is easily accessible to you.

That’s why Council recently asked for feedback about our Salisbury Aware and Discover Salisbury Event Guide publications.

We received a range of useful feedback, which has been reviewed and considered in the development of a newly-revitalised publication with a number of options available for collection and distribution.

The aim is to make Salisbury Aware readily available for collection at all of Council’s hubs, libraries and community and senior centres.

If you enjoy receiving your copy of Salisbury Aware in your mailbox, you will be able to opt in for this continued service.

This will allow Council to be more sustainable by ensuring only those residents

who want a hard copy of the magazine will receive one.

We will also use a sustainable paper source, ink and printing methods that are a better option for the environment.

An e-version will continue to be made available at: salisbury.sa.gov.au/salisburyaware

We also look forward to announcing our new opt-in free subscription to receive a digital wrap-up of the articles on a monthly basis.

You can register to continue receiving your copy of Salisbury Aware in the post, or sign up to our new e-newsletter here: salisbury.sa.gov.au/salisburyaware

WORDS Erica Visser

YOUNG TALENT ON DISPLAY

“Budding entrepreneurs and small business owners often make their start at markets, so the upcoming Salisbury Youth Market will be a great way for the community to get together and support our talented young people,” Mayor Aldridge said.

Among the stallholders will be Salisbury High School student Vinnie Reed,16. His small business, South & Vine, sells tote bags, mugs and tumblers featuring his original artwork.

Vinnie, whose designs aim to raise awareness of mental health and body image issues, said events such as this offered entrepreneurial and creative young people an important opportunity to promote their small business in the community.

“Not only does the market help advertise, it also brings awareness and shows that young members of the community are doing things like this,” he said. “It builds support around local youth and also helps get them out of the house.

The Salisbury Community Youth Market will be held in the Salisbury Civic Plaza/ Inparrinthi Kumangka on 18 May and will feature more than 30 stallholders, entertainment, food, workshops and chill out zones.

It will be the first time a youth market has been held at the Civic Plaza, giving people aged 30 and under the chance to promote their small business in the heart of Salisbury.

Young local producers and community groups have the chance to sell their wares and goods to the wider community, while also using the market as an opportunity to network, explore other opportunities offered by Twelve25 Youth Centre and have fun in a safe and welcoming environment.

The youth market is part of the City of Salisbury’s Community Market series, where a themed market is held every three months and rotated through the Burton, Salisbury and Para Hills Community Hubs and The Mawson Centre. Each market gives stallholders the chance to showcase a range of creative products and culinary delights for the enjoyment of the local community.

Mayor Gillian Aldridge OAM said markets foster an atmosphere of community spirit and make an enjoyable outing for local residents of all ages.

“I think it allows people to build a community… (and) connect with other people whether they’re a person of colour, queer, struggling in mental health or wanting to start a small business, they might meet someone they relate to.”

The first Salisbury Youth Market will be held in the Salisbury Civic Plaza/ Inparrinthi Kumangka on Thursday 18 May from 2pm to 6pm.

WORDS Lisa Bachmayer

A new Salisbury market is giving enterprising young people the chance to showcase their creative talents to the wider community.

Vinnie Reed – South & Vine show casing his creative talents that help raise raising awareness for mental health.

REUNITING PEOPLE WITH PETS

A new dog pound has opened at Pooraka to jointly service the Cities of Salisbury and Tea Tree Gully.

The Pooraka Pound, which opened on 23 March, will replace Council’s existing ageing pound to provide a new facility at a reduced cost.

The pound will prioritise animal welfare, with state-of-the-art pens for maximum hygiene and comfort, as well as a climate-controlled environment and the ability to isolate unwell dogs if needed.

Mayor Gillian Aldridge OAM said the project was an example of the benefits of crossCouncil collaboration.

“The Pooraka Pound will provide a safe, welcoming and convenient place for owners to be reunited with the 400 dogs that are lost and impounded locally every year,” Mayor Aldridge said.

“It is comforting for pet owners to know their animals have been kept in clean and comfortable surroundings, while a welcoming customer service area will promote our commitment to exceptional customer service.”

The Pooraka Pound will offer access 24 hours a day.

Council is also looking forward to the opportunity to work with the City of Tea Tree Gully staff, to share knowledge and collaborate to ensure continuous

improvement and strive for the best possible service to our communities.

While this new facility will service the community now and into the future, it also

provides the option for future expansion to cater for increased demands from our growing communities or the development of future partnerships with other councils.

WORDS Erica Visser

“It is comforting for pet owners to know their animals have been kept in clean and comfortable surroundings”

Salisbury Fringe Carnival

WORDS Jennifer Sothman

Record crowds flocked to the Salisbury Civic Plaza/Inparrinthi Kumangka for free rides, music and entertainment at the Salisbury Fringe Carnival.

Australia Day Celebrations

Australia Day Celebrations at

Public art unveilings

In January the community were invited to join us for the unveiling of four public art sculptures in the Salisbury City Centre.

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Carisbrooke Park in Salisbury Park were jammed packed full of family fun!

International Women’s Day Cocktail Evening

Diversity and inclusion were at the forefront as we heard from highly awarded journalist, Jessica Adamson at our annual International Women’s Day celebration.

HEXADECA Interactive Light & Sound Experience

Our community enjoying taking a spin at the HEXADECA Interactive Light & Sound Experience at the Salisbury Community Hub during the summer school holidays.

Sophie Thomson talk

Gardening Australia’s Sophie Thomson was a popular speaker when she visited the Burton Community Hub for a talk on habitat gardening.

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Thinking about accessing

ARAS can assist.

Our Navigator staff will assist you to connect with My Aged Care, and provide support until services commence which meet your needs.

Our Navigator staff will assist you to connect with My Aged Care, and provide support until services commence which meet your needs.

Our Navigator staff will assist you to connect with My Aged Care, and provide support until services commence which meet your needs.

The ARAS Navigator services City of Playford and City of Salisbury.

The ARAS Navigator services City of Playford and City of Salisbury.

The ARAS Navigator services City of Playford and City of Salisbury.

We can help you with My Aged Care Services if you reside in the Playford and Salisbury councils. Visit us at Grenville Hub, Jack Young Centre, or the Para Hills Community Hub. You can also ask for a home visit.

Meet us in person in locations such as the Para Hills Community Hub, Jack Young Centre, Grenville Hub (times and dates vary) or you are welcome to request a visit in privacy of your home.

Meet us in person in locations such as the Para Hills Community Hub, Jack Young Centre, Grenville Hub (times and dates vary) or you are welcome to request a visit in privacy of your home.

For more information, contact ARAS on (08) 8232 5377 or email at navigator@agedrights.asn.au

Meet us in person in locations such as the Para Hills Community Hub, Jack Young Centre, Grenville Hub (times and dates vary) or you are welcome to request a visit in privacy of your home.

For more information, contact ARAS on (08) 8232 5377 or email at navigator@agedrights.asn.au

For more information, contact ARAS on (08) 8232 5377 or email at navigator@agedrights.asn.au

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CITY WORKS

Ongoing maintenance

Maintenance will occur around the City as part of an ongoing program. This includes such programs as kerb and gutter reinstatement due to tree damage and footpath reinstatement. For more information please contact Council’s Customer Centre on 8406 8222.

Building upgrade, Para Hills Knights Soccer Club

The Para Hills Knights Soccer Club has recently received a fresh makeover with a complete building upgrade. This included upgrades to the players change rooms, referee rooms, spectator toilets, fresh paint all throughout and minor fixes to problematic areas.

Adult Changing Facility, Pooraka

A brand-new adult change facility has been constructed at Triangle Park Pooraka. As part of our consultation with the community for our Ability and Inclusion Strategic Plan it was identified the need for adult changing facilities throughout our council area with the facility at Triangle Park being the first one built as part of this project. The facility is of vital importance to thousands of people with high support needs and multiple learning disabilities who cannot use standard accessible toilets.

New bridge, Greenfield Wetlands

Port Wakefield Overpass, Globe Derby

New irrigation, Bush Park

A new bridge has been installed at the Greenfields Wetlands. The main timber bridge that leads into the wetlands needed a complete replacement. Work was quite extensive and involved demolishing the old bridge, draining the water and constructing a new stronger bridge that will allow the public and maintenance vehicles to cross the wetlands.

A new path has been installed to allow cyclists and pedestrians to safely cross Port Wakefield Road when the underpass is flooded. An upgrade to the intersection of Port Wakefield Road and Globe Derby Drive also occurred to provide a safe pedestrian crossing.

Irrigation has been installed throughout Bush Park, Pooraka. This will provide a green play space around the recently upgraded playground. The irrigation water supply has been provided by Salisbury Water, who uses recycled water providing a sustainable option for our parks and gardens.

Volunteer your way with Helping Hand

Share a smile and make someone’s day

Volunteers are valued members of our diverse and inclusive Helping Hand family; sharing life experiences, learning new skills and making friends.

Feel at home in a volunteering role that reflects your lifestyle and preferences e.g., driving, gardening, music, arts and craft, games, social support, personalised social support and more.

If you are 55 years or older, Helping Hand is a registered voluntary work organisation for Centrelink job seekers.

To register your interest, go to helpinghand.org.au/volunteer-opportunities

We are looking for volunteers to support our local Social Groups which are held in a community setting, or to be part of a team at one of our residential care homes in the City of Salisbury:

Parafield Gardens

437 Salisbury Highway, 5017

Ingle Farm

7 Shackleton Avenue, 5098

Mawson Lakes

2 The Strand, 5095