Living Environment newsletter

*Click on image above to see information for Grow it Local Awards

PAE Environment Grant

Are you looking for funds to start a local environment project?

Are you passionate about making positive change to our environment?

The City of PAE, through its Environmental Grants Program aims to encourage environmental project initiatives that will help adapt to Climate Change, protect, and enhance the sustainability and environment of the local area.

For more information about the Environment Grants and guidelines, please visit:

Environment Grants

The next round of funding is now open and closes on Tuesday 31 March 2026. If you are interested in applying for a Grant, we encourage you to express your interest early by sending us an Email

Make the Switch!

The City of Port Adelaide Enfield and Electrify Adelaide invite you to Make the Switch! Monday 2 March 6.30 to 8.30pm.

Running a home means keeping an eye on rising energy costs, and the good news is, there are now smarter, more efficient ways to save money and reduce your bills for good.

We’re running a free community information session to share practical, evidence-based tips for households to help you Make the Switch.

Why come? You'll leave with practical, real-world advice to help you lower running costs, improve comfort, and future-proof your home for the clean energy future.

We'd love to see you there!

Register here

Book a Community Tour of CAWRA's Recycling Facility

Have you ever wondered what happens to the contents of your yellow-lid recycling bin once it leaves your home?

How do they separate everything out?

Find out for yourself with a behind-the-scenes tour of CAWRA’s Kilburn Material Recovery Facility (MRF).

The tour takes you behind the scenes to experience the recycling process first hand. You will walk along a safe viewing platform and watch as household recyclables are sorted and processed from raw to final baled product.

• Our tours and facilities are disability compliant.
• Tours are suitable for ages 10 and above.

How to book a tour

Contact CAWRA via email enquiries or phone 0477 464 866 to book a community or school tour. 

Hard waste vouchers

Did you know each household in the City of Port Adelaide Enfield is entitled to up to two free hard waste vouchers per year? These vouchers make it easy to dispose of bulky items that can’t fit in your kerbside bins. A voucher allows you to drop off:

- One 6x4 cage trailer load of hard waste

- Up to two large mattresses

How to Book Your Voucher

• Book online or call our waste line on 1800 777 844 (Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm).
• Pre-booking is essential before visiting the Beverley Recycling and Waste Centre at 2–4 Toogood Ave, Beverley.
• Vouchers can be used during opening hours.

Drop off other materials for free:

Some items can be taken to Recycling Centre at no cost such as cardboard.

To find out more you watch this video

Beverley Recycling Centre Behind the Scenes

Grow It Local Community Garden Tour with Paul West

Come along and learn first hand about food produce gardening from renowned guru Paul West at the Greenacres Community Garden on the Tuesday 17 March from 9.30 to 11.30am.

There will be FREE Grow It Local resources available, information about local sustainable gardening tips & tricks and FREE morning tea.

Register here

Port Environment Forum 2026 Program

The Port Environment Forum will be on again in 2026 where there will be local environmental topics of discussion and public consultation opportunities.

Hosted at the PAE Town Hall 34 Nile Street, Port Adelaide every third Thursday of the month from 7.00 to 8.30pm from March to November 2026.

All are welcome to attend.

For more information

Citizen Science - looking for more volunteers

Are you interested in taking observations of our living environment for science?

The City of PAE manage numerous citizen science projects including water quality monitoring and coastal change through CoastSnap APP.

We are seeking more volunteers to undertake water quality monitoring and CoastSnap activities. If you are interested, please send your enquiry here

Port Environment Centre Activities

Join on Thursday 26 February for an evening with ecologist and author Cr Jake Robinson, as he introduces his thought-provoking new book The Nature of Pandemics.

In this free author talk Jake will discuss how our relationship with nature shapes global health and why protecting biodiversity is key to human survival.

Pop into the Port Environment Centre to borrow a copy of the book in advance or wait for the event and purchase your copy directly from the author.

Register here

Clean-up Australia Day along the coast

Enjoy a rewarding morning along our beautiful coastline with CVA, the Port Environment Centre and Taperoo Dunes Group to celebrate Clean Up Australia Day, Friday 27 February!

Cleaning up litter from this area will have a lasting impact on the health of this important coastal habitat. We will be cleaning up in the dunes using gloves and litter pickers. Please wear appropriate clothing and enclosed footwear.

Morning tea will be provided to enjoy after your hard work.

Register here

Free Coastal Outdoor Learning Program for Schools

Green Adelaide is excited to deliver a free outdoor learning program designed for schools within PAE. This hands-on program supports students in year 5-8 to connect with nature, build confidence outdoors and develop a deeper understanding of how they can care for their local environment. As part of Sea Week, this term's coastal focus is: Seaside Safari.

Tuesday 3 March, North Haven Dunes 9.30am - 2pm

Contact Wendy from Green Adelaide Education for more details.

Register here

*Click on image above to see information for Youth Environment Council