We hope you're hungry - the Woodward Park Food Fair is back this Saturday! There will be multicultural flavours, sweet treats and so much more. Bring your picnic rug, family, friends and your appetite. We can't wait to see you there. 🔗tinyurl.com/4s2k744m

The countdown is on! The Navigate Asset Finance SA Masters Games are getting closer, with registrations expected to open this November. Keep an eye on the Games Facebook page facebook.com/SAMastersGames or website throughout November for registration details and event announcements.

Shape Your World: 2027 Council Elections Passionate about the future of the Port Pirie Region? Consider putting your hand up for the 2027 Council Elections and help make decisions that shape our community! Learn more about becoming a candidate at: councilelections.sa.gov.au

🚗 New Hospital Carpark Now Open 🚗 The newly developed carpark area on the corner of David St/The Terrace, adjacent to the Port Pirie Hospital, is now complete and open for use. This extra parking will help improve access and convenience for patients, visitors & staff.

LAWRIE PARK REOPENED We are pleased to advise that Lawrie Park has now reopened to the public following the recent prescribed burn undertaken by the Department for Environment and Water. While the park is open, visitors are reminded to take care when using the area.

The City Park projector is currently undergoing some important updates and will be temporarily unavailable for around 1 week. We look forward to resuming our nightly screenings as soon as possible, showcasing beautiful films & animations created by Illuminart & local producers.

Free Greens Day - Be sure to add this one to your calendar! 📅 Sunday is the final Free Green Waste Disposal Day for 2026. Take advantage of this opportunity to clear your property before the fire danger season starts next month.

The Australian Flag at Port Pirie Regional Council Chambers will be flown at half-mast on Tues 20 October 2026 as a mark of mourning and respect for The Honourable Neil Andrew AO, former Speaker of the House of Representatives. For service details visit: pmc.gov.au/neilandret

🔔 REMINDER: Expressions of Interest Invited for Former Crystal Brook Croquet Club at 17 Bowman Street 🔗 EOI form available online at: tinyurl.com/croquetclubEOI Or pick up a copy from Council and Library locations in Port Pirie and Crystal Brook. 📅 EOI closes 5pm Mon 26 October

Masked lapwings, or plovers, are nesting across our region and may become protective of their eggs and chicks. These native birds are a protected species and their defensive behaviour is only temporary during nesting season. environment.sa.gov.au/goodli…

Motorists are advised that road works will start on Ingram Gap Road, Mundoora from Tuesday 13 October for approx. 7 to 10 days. Council’s contractor will be undertaking repairs to sections of the road along its length, with works progressing in stages. Thanks for your patience.

Applications are now open for Stallholders and Food Vendors wanting to be part of Port Pirie's 2026 New Year's Eve celebrations on the foreshore at Solomontown Beach! Apply at: tinyurl.com/ppnye2026app Don't delay! Applications close at 5pm on Friday 30 October 2026.

NOTICE OF PRESCRIBED BURN AT LAWRIE PARK, NELSHABY A proposed fuel reduction prescribed burn at Lawrie Park, Nelshaby is currently planned by the Department for Environment & Water (dates to be confirmed) See graphic below for more info or ph 8841 3400. 🔗environment.sa.gov.au/firema…

Today marks 150 years since the Corporation of the Town of Port Pirie was proclaimed on 28 September 1876. For a century and a half, Port Pirie has been shaped by the people who call it home. From all of us at Port Pirie Regional Council, thank you for being part of our story.

Storytime with Larryn is coming to the Smelters Picnic! If your little ones love storytime sessions at the Library, you won't want to miss these fun sessions at the Smelters Picnic. 📅 Wednesday 30 September ⏰10.30am and 1.00pm 📍 Port Pirie Regional Council site (Memorial Park)

Council staff members Samantha and Holly took to the skies this week, joining SA Country Fire Service and Aerodrome staff in a range of training activities and gaining valuable firsthand insight into aerial firefighting operations ahead of the fire danger season. 🚁🛬🔥

Nominations are now open for the 2026 Outstanding Achievement Awards, celebrating local young people making a difference through sport, education, the arts, leadership, volunteering, community service & more. 📝 Nominate now: pirie.sa.gov.au/awardnominat…

Dust off your boots and get ready for three days of live country music, dancing and great company! The Port Pirie Country Music Festival returns from Friday 9 October, with performances and entertainment across two venues. Information and tickets: 🔗ncma.org.au/event/2026-pt-pi…

Nominations are now open for the 2026 Certificate of Merit for Outstanding Community Service! This award recognises our everyday heroes who go above and beyond through volunteering, community involvement, advocacy, mentoring & acts of kindness. Nominate at pirie.sa.gov.au/awardnominat…

Port Pirie Regional Council is currently recruiting for two exciting opportunities: ➡️ Projects & Procurement Coordinator ➡️ Administration Assistant (Casual) Find out more and apply online: pirie.sa.gov.au/employment