City of Port Adelaide Enfield

Yesterday we welcomed the Mayor, CEO and representatives from City of Cockburn (WA), home to the Henderson shipyard and the Australian Marine Complex. Together with the Osborne Defence Precinct, these locations stand as two of Australia’s most significant defence and shipbuilding hubs, playing a vital role in strengthening the nation’s maritime capability.

With significant state and federal investment transforming both regions into globally competitive defence and maritime centres, growth is accelerating at an unprecedented pace. In this environment, collaboration between councils like ours has never been more important.

By building stronger relationships, we can advocate more effectively for our communities and ensure that this once-in-a-generation defence investment delivers lasting local benefits, from infrastructure and jobs to new opportunities for business, as manufacturing capacity and supply chains continue to expand.

Drop in to The Lights Community and Sports Centre this Friday for a free youth night with heaps to do for ages 12 to 17!

At 21, a chance encounter at a job expo quietly set Emily Downs on a path to becoming a Local Legend. Nine years on, Emily is still a proud volunteer with the State Emergency Service Enfield Unit.

For Emily, volunteering is all about showing up when the community needs it most, whether that’s during a storm, a rescue or simply lending a hand. “What I love the most as a volunteer is the ability to help the community in ways others don’t have the opportunity to,” Emily says.

But it’s not all flashing lights and urgent callouts. Behind the scenes, it’s about training, teamwork and building lasting connections. “I enjoy learning new skills, brushing up on the ones that need work, and the lifelong friendships you can make,” Emily shares.

Like many volunteers, stepping into that first callout can feel daunting. Emily admits it can be the biggest hurdle, but the strength of the crew makes all the difference. “There is always someone who can help you if you are unsure of what to do.”

Through it all, Emily’s time with SES has shaped the way Emily approaches life beyond the unit. “It has changed my life by always having a wanting to help the community mindset.”

For Emily, the reward is simple. “I do this as I love it. It gets me out of the house, I get to see my friends, make new ones, and help the community when it is needed most.”

On behalf of the entire PAE community, thank you to a local legend who is always ready to help.

CLOSING SOON - 5pm, Friday 26 June 2026. Apply now for a 12-month Aboriginal Tertiary Educational Scholarship of up to $5,000 for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander students in PAE to undertake tertiary studies at Flinders University or Adelaide University. Get all the details and apply at www.cityofpae.sa.gov.au/get-involved/first-nations-awards-scholarships

Join us at Enfield Community Centre for Wonder and Wisdom, a day of intergenerational play fostering social connections for kids and the young at heart together.

📅When: Saturday 27 June, 10am - 12pm
📍 Where: Enfield Community Centre, 540 Regency Road, Enfield

Grandparents, grandfriends, parents and kids are encouraged to participate in the creativity and fun.

With a range of activities designed for different ages and abilities, the day will include activities such as kite making, painting and potting plants, songs, games, performers, healthy snacks, nature play and quite spaces to connect with different generations of families.

Everyone is welcome, for a day of intergenerational play!

Ready, set go! The Get Set Workshop employment readiness workshop in Port Adelaide is just around the corner, and we already have over 50 job seekers registered to join us. If you’ve been thinking about coming along, now is the time to lock it in.

Whether you’re ready to apply now or need a confidence boost and direction, this is a welcoming space to come along, listen, learn and connect. This is your chance to meet employers face to face, ask questions, and get real advice on how to secure work. We have a fantastic group of employers attending, who will share with you all the details of their current vacancies and opportunities. You’ll also be supported by some of the best in the business, with Anne Marie O'Grady from The 1530 Network - Mentorship For Life leading a practical session on resumes, interview confidence and how to present yourself to employers, along with Dress for Success Adelaide providing advice and support on the day. APM will also be on hand to offer guidance on the day.

📅 Wednesday 24 June
🕙 10am to 12pm
📍 Krystal Function Centre, Port Adelaide
🎟️ Free event – limited places remaining
👉 Register here: https://lnkd.in/gGHMapUr

Delivered by the City of Port Adelaide Enfield in partnership with the Local Jobs - Adelaide North.

Bring yourself or someone you’re supporting – opportunities like this don’t come along every day.

Designed for ages 15-25 our FREE Life Ready: Real Skills for Real Life program is a series of workshops that empowers young people with the practical, hands-on skills needed to live independently, navigate adulthood with confidence, and thrive in the real world.

Young adults can take part in a series of interactive workshops covering essential life skills, including:

🪵 Built by You: Woodworking Basics
🫑 Nourish to Flourish: Eat Well, Live Well
♻️ Everyday Sustainability: Upcycling Workshop
🧑🏻‍🤝‍🧑🏽Youth Volunteering 101
💲Money Mindset & Goal Setting
💼 First Job & Employment Essentials
🛠️Y Café: Repair It!
🧵 Mend It: Sewing Basics

With workshops from 5 July until 21 November 2026, there's something for everyone. For more information or to book your spot visit: https://www.cityofpae.sa.gov.au/get-involved/young-people

On the weekend we held our annual Get Shady tree giveaway at the Parks Library. More than 200 residents joined us to select a native tree to plant in their gardens at home. Since 2022 the Get Shady program has provided 1,640 trees to our residents and businesses to plant on their property. We’re doing this to encourage residents, businesses, schools, and strata groups to plant more trees on their properties to help green our city and reach our Tree Canopy Target (increase of 35% by 2050).

This target is detailed in the draft Urban Greening and Biodiversity Plan, which along with the draft Living Environment Plan, Integrated Water Management Plan and Climate Response Plans we are currently seeking your feedback on. If you would like to learn more about the actions we will take to protect and enhance our natural environment, respond to a changing climate and reduce adverse environmental impacts, head over to our engagement portal, Participate PAE to read the draft plans and join the conversation.

On Thursday 25 June, our Living Environment team are also running a workshop to provide an overview on the suite of draft Environment Plans, with an opportunity for you to ask questions and provide feedback on environmental issues important to you. Book your tickets at events.humanitix.com/city-of-pae-living-environment-plans-community-feedback-workshop and please come prepared to provide your feedback.

Please note that as with all consultations you need to provide your feedback either in person or via the portal: participate.cityofpae.sa.gov.au/living-environment ...comments left on social media cannot be included.

The winter edition of PAE Today will hit your mailbox soon. Inside you'll find updates across a wide range of council projects, see what events are coming up soon, plus you'll meet some of the amazing people in our community who make PAE the place it is! You can also grab a copy from your local council facility or read it online on our website: www.cityofpae.sa.gov.au/connect/pae-today