Updates

Development Update

In March 2019 Council shortlisted developers to move through to Stage 2 of the process, which requires the developers to provide detailed proposals for consideration by Council. Selection of a preferred development partner is anticipated by the end of 2019. Negotiations with the selected developer may continue into early 2020. Council is committed to delivering a fiscally responsible, timely development that delivers public value.

Activation Update

In May 2018, the City of Adelaide consulted with the community to hear their aspirations for the short-term activation and long-term development of 88 O’Connell Street. The comments received indicated a strong desire to see the site activated in the short term. Since April 2018, Council has run a successful event and activation program.

Most recently the Wild Goblin Garden ran during the April school holidays and was enjoyed by over 2,000 families.

Council also supported the North Adelaide Rare & Classic Show in April by creating a fun and exciting kids activation zone, as well as managed attendee car parking on the site. Over 3,000 people enjoyed the kids’ zone over the afternoon.

Eighty-Eight O’Connell is currently celebrating History Festival by sharing some stories of North Adelaide through a display of giant books.

As work continues to select a development partner to undertake the long-term development of the site, Council is re-evaluating how short-term activations are delivered onsite, in particular, ways in which the site could be activated more often.

The City of Adelaide is seeking Expressions of Interest (EOI’s) from parties that can create an activation program at 88 O’Connell Street for a period of up to two years. The offering should seek to bring people together, facilitate community connections and contribute to economic vitality. Click here for more information.

The EOI has opened today 23 May and closes 5pm, Friday 14 June.

In addition, Council is currently investigating a number of parking options for the site and will continue to provide further updates on the development, activation EOI and parking.

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LIVE PROJECTS

Wellbeing Benefits of Culture: Professor James Pawelski, Ph.D., international expert on positive psychology, culture and wellbeing, is in town and wants to hear about your experiences with arts and culture and the ways in which they've contributed to your wellbeing. Share your story by clicking here.

North Adelaide Parking Changes: Following extensive consultation with the community in 2017, Council recently endorsed a range of parking control changes across North Adelaide. These include the introduction of time-limited parking controls in existing ten-hour parking (10P) bays and approximately half of all unrestricted parking areas in North Adelaide effective from 1 July, 2019.

These changes will be supported by a 12-month trial of an additional category of residential parking permit in North Adelaide. To find out more and for an opportunity to provide feedback on the trial please click here.

Take a look at the interactive map, and read further information on Visitor Parking Permitsavailable for purchase by residents.

City Works Permit: An application has been received to close North Terrace (east bound only) for works at the Adelaide Casino from 18 August - 31 August 2019. Further details are available by clicking here. Comments must be received by 5pm, 12 August 2019.

City of Adelaide Expressions of Interest: Lease/licence of community sports infrastructure in Rundle Park / Kadlitpina (Park 13) & King Rodney Park / Ityamai-itpina (Park 15) is now open. Click here for further information.

Victoria Park/Pakapakanthi Sports Facilities - 2019 Summer Season: We are currently seeking Registrations of Interest from sporting organisations and educational institutions for the use of Victoria Park / Pakapakanthi Sports facilities during the 2019 Summer season (1 October 2019 – 31 March 2020). Click here for further details.

UPCOMING

Code of Practice Review: Consultation on the City of Adelaide's Code of Practice relating to public access to council and committee meetings will commence on 7 August 2019. Please visit our Your Say home page from this date for further details.

Until next time,

Jane, Barbara, Ian & Michele

Community Engagement Team

DRAFT CITY BUDGET TO DRIVE GROWTH

Councillors endorsed the draft budget on Tuesday 30 April 2019, which will freeze the rate in the dollar for a fifth consecutive year.

A renewed focus on main streets, city businesses growth, street greening, and unique experiences and activations form the centrepiece of the City of Adelaide’s draft 2019-20 Integrated Business Plan.

Click here to read the media release.

Watch the Feeling Hot Hot Hot! event day videos by heading to the project page.

Or click here to watch the short version.