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25.01.2022 Now you see it, soon you wont. Demolition works have started at the Repat, making way for a new Town Square and Veterans Wellbeing Centre. Our vision of a thriving health precinct at the Repat is taking shape and will deliver better services for South Australians.... The total project budget for the Repat Phase 2 works is more than $80 million and will create about 400 local jobs. This is yet another step in the re-opening and renewal of our beloved Repat.

25.01.2022 Come to our next tree planting event at Glenthorne National Park! Saturday 12 September 10am 12pm ... Be quick, spaces will fill fast. Register here: http://bit.ly/GlenthornePlantingSeptember See more

25.01.2022 Celebrating our 100th volunteer ranger!! I had the pleasure of presenting certificates to our team of volunteer rangers today. This is an incredible milestone. We’re getting more and more people on the ground and into our parks to care for and protect our environment. A big thank you to all our rangers for the important work you do!... National Parks and Wildlife Service South Australia

24.01.2022 We are focused on real, practical measures to deal with climate change in South Australia. I wrote a piece for InDaily about what were doing as a government and why this practical approach is the best approach. I strongly encourage you to read it here: http://bit.ly/InDailyOpinion

24.01.2022 Glenthorne National Park is coming to life and as it does, were leaving this legacy to our future generations. We have developed a schools partnership to get local students onto this land to plant trees that theyll be able to watch grow over time. Watch this from my time planting with Hallett Cove South Primary School!

22.01.2022 Last summers devastating bushfires have reinforced just how important prescribed burning is in helping to reduce the risk of bushfires and also reinvigorating bushland ecology. The spring prescribed burns have now begun, and the Department for Environment and Water and the CFS are working together to ensure South Australia is as prepared as possible for the upcoming bushfire season. Watch this for more info. Vincent Tarzia - Member for Hartley

22.01.2022 I had a great chat with the team from The Adelaide Set last night. We spoke about climate change, single-use plastics, water and a plethora of other environment related things happening in South Australia. (Also, the photo with Will makes me look tiny... hes just tall! )... Check it out and find out why I was given this trophy! https://bit.ly/TheAdelaideSet-DavidSpeirs See more

22.01.2022 Have you walked the Glenthorne loop trail yet? This 4km round trip will take you on a little taster tour of the park, around significant areas and historical sites. Post your photos below! If you want a personal tour of Glenthorne National Park and live in postcode area 5158, 5047 and 5049, get in touch and well book one in, Id love to show you around! Photos from the very happy day that was opening Glenthorne National Park to the public!... Steven Marshall National Parks and Wildlife Service South Australia

22.01.2022 Due to the improving situations across the border we are reinstating a 40km travel buffer for border communities from Friday, assuming the situation doesnt worsen between now and then. Private gatherings will go back to a 50 person limit. Transiting via Sydney and Canberra airports will no longer require 14 days of self quarantine, if youve travelled from a state where border restrictions are not in place.... The border restrictions with NSW and the ACT are being closely monitored and we hope to make further announcements on this soon.

22.01.2022 When this circuit breaker is over (nearly there!) small business will need our help more than ever! I’m going to try to buy all my Christmas presents from local businesses (or where that’s not possible from South Australian businesses). What are some local businesses which in 5158, 5048, 5049 or 5047 that you want to see supported during this difficult time? Tag below!... 5049 Coastal Community Hallett Cove Business Association Jetty Road, Brighton

22.01.2022 Im so proud of South Australias school kids. These students are learning so much about waste management in our state and putting that knowledge into practice. That includes after the school bell rings, teaching their families about the importance of and how to recycle! Keep up the good work Rose Park Primary!

22.01.2022 A feel good Friday hooded plover update! The hoodies on Seacliff Beach are proud parents of two growing chicks! After the devastating loss of two eggs days away from hatching earlier this season, mum and partner welcomed three hatchlings (though sadly the third hasn’t been seen for a while). Check out these beautiful photos, one of Mum brooding her babies and the other of a chick on the run. These little ones should learn to fly by 5 weeks old, around 3 December. For now, t...hey’re roaming the beach and living their best life! thanks to BirdLife Australia volunteers Brian Wilson and Mary James.

21.01.2022 Spring has certainly sprung at Marino Community Garden! Loved catching up with locals at their plant sale this morning!

21.01.2022 Today I gave my first tours around Glenthorne National Park! Such a great way to spend the morning, sharing the history of this amazing property and our vision for the future! If youre up for a tour (lasting around 1.5 hours over 5km or so), and your postcode is 5158, 5049, 5048, or 5047, give me a shout and well tee something up! Brighton Group Fitness & PT Jason Mills - RLA 296441 Clare Lindop... National Parks and Wildlife Service South Australia See more

21.01.2022 Coming soon! Hooded plover chicks! Its no secret I love our hoodies so its its great to see that nesting season has begun again at Seacliff Beach! The protection zones are now in place to help create a safe space as these birds lay their eggs and rear their hatchlings. Be responsible and keep your dog on a leash if youre walking on the beach.... Another baby animal photo for this first day of Spring (because you can never have too many). BirdLife Australia Green Adelaide

20.01.2022 We're building what matters for thousands of cancer patients and their families by contributing $10 million towards the Cancer Council SA's new Cancer Lodge. The 120-room facility will help reduce the stress and uncertainty for those undergoing treatment, and will create more than 150 local jobs during construction. We're committed to fighting cancer and closing the gap between patients in the city and regional areas.

20.01.2022 Celebrating the achievements of a great conservationist, Duncan Mackenzie OAM. Duncan has done countless things for our environment for decades, but tonight specifically recognised his 23 years as Chair of Gluepot Reserve. He’s a giant in conservation and an inspiration to me.

20.01.2022 Exercise outside of the home is now permitted, and can be done with members of the same household. All other restrictions under the Stay at Home Direction will remain in place until midnight Saturday. From 12:01am Sunday, restrictions will be eased and South Australia Police will provide details shortly.

20.01.2022 Wednesday 16 September is Plover Appreciation Day! This is a worldwide day that began in Australia to celebrate our beloved plovers and raise awareness of what we can do to help protect this threatened species. I love our hooded plovers and this year there are three pairs nesting on our metro beaches at Seacliff, West Beach and Henley Beach! I was down at Seacliff with one of our BirdLife Australia volunteers Ligita checking out the nest there and we saw many peop...le doing the right thing, keeping their distance and abiding by the signs to keep their dog on a leash. But we also saw many people doing the wrong thing. Play your part, keep your dog on a leash while walking on the beach and lets see as many hoodie chicks as possible fledging this year! Thank you to all the volunteers who work to keep these guys safe during their nesting season and beyond. BirdLife Australia City of Holdfast Bay Green Adelaide Update 16 September: Sadly I have to let you know that the two eggs that were due to hatch on Seacliff Beach were attacked by a magpie earlier today. Mum and Dad did all they could. Sadly they did not make it

20.01.2022 A trip down to Bunnings turned into an impromptu catch up with Cove Tigers Netball Club and an unplanned sausage sizzle Great club in our local community!

19.01.2022 Did you know Hallett Cove is a Geological Monument and Heritage Site? #NerdAlert If you ever wanted to check it out on a rainy day while staying dry, check out Beyond the Ice, University of South Australias virtual reality quest to take you around Hallett Cove to uncover its hidden stories. https://www.projectlive.org.au/beyond-the-ice

19.01.2022 What a day! Weve done it! South Australia is the first state or territory in Australia to ban single-use plastics. We have worked so hard to push this Bill through parliament and I am so proud to be standing here today knowing what a difference this law will make to our precious natural environment.

19.01.2022 FIRST LOOK: we've released concept images of another major road upgrade that will benefit more than 21,000 motorists every day. We're expanding a notorious section of Flagstaff Road into a two-way dual carriageway to improve safety and ease congestion. The project will create local jobs and forms part of our record $12.9 billion investment in infrastructure across the state.

19.01.2022 One of our lesser known conservation parks is Mount Monster just out of Keith in the states upper south east region. The park is the highest point in the landscape and when you get to the top theres great views of the one of the most agriculturally productive parts of South Australia The walk doesnt take too long, but is a little harder with an extra 17.5 kg on your back! Friends Of Mount Monster Conservation Park

18.01.2022 South Australia is leading the way in tackling climate change! In his report launched today, renowned climate economist Professor Ross Garnaut has singled out South Australia as an international leader in the clean energy transition. This is a big win for our environment, for South Australias leadership in this space and for our economy - with huge potential for business and job growth. Im so proud of our practical approach to tackling climate change. Were working ...hard to stay ahead of the challenges and capture the opportunities. Steven Marshall

18.01.2022 Planting day at Woodend Primary School! Weve been greening the pathway that extends through the west side of Sheidow Park, with school students doing their bit to create a shaded avenue along the new path. Thanks to all involved! Green Adelaide City of Marion

17.01.2022 My favourite community event of the year! Today was the annual 90th birthday party Corey Wingard and I host for all those turning 90 years young. This year it was the turn of the kids of 1930! What a fantastic afternoon, sponsored by Patritti Wines and entertainment by Brighton Secondary School, with history displays puts on by City of Marion and City of Holdfast Bay. This sort of event really makes my job worthwhile!

16.01.2022 Check out this fire truck, named Glenthorne after our states newest national park! It was on show at Belair today to mark the start of the preventative burn season. These controlled burns help us reduce fuel loads and trigger ecological renewal.

16.01.2022 What a glorious day! Three hooded plover chicks have hatched at Seacliff! This is such great news after the first two eggs of the season were attacked by a magpie just before they were ready to hatch. Let’s do all we can to keep mum, dad and babies safe so we can see all three chicks fledge this year. ... Keep your distance, read the signs and keep dogs on a leash in identified areas.

15.01.2022 Creating an EPIC mountain bike trail! World Trail one of the largest and most experienced MTB trail companies in the world, have won the contract to design a loop trail as part of the $10 million Remarkable Southern Flinders project. I am so excited to see what they develop. The trail will be built to a standard that will gain International Mountain Biking Association EPIC accreditation. ... Watch this space! Ill give you updates as this project comes to life. Pictured here with Richard Bruce from Over the Edge Melrose one of the key MTB players in the Southern Flinders Ranges. National Parks and Wildlife Service South Australia BIKE Melrose District Council of Mount Remarkable

14.01.2022 Our prescribed burn season has begun. This program aims to reduce fuel loads to help control bushfires if and when they occur. The program also has ecological benefits, helping Australias native bushland to regenerate. Thanks to all our staff and volunteers who undertake this work and keep our state safe.

14.01.2022 I do a lot of different things in this job but this is one of the quirkier... launching the 2020 small batch West Terrace Cemetery olive oil! This olive oil is made from the fruit of 60 olive trees growing in West Terrace Cemetery, believed to have been planted in the 1860s. If you want to get your hands on a limited edition bottle, head to Jagger Fine Foods in the Adelaide Central Market!

12.01.2022 Opening Hope Valley Reservoir! This summer, the gates will be opened for you to walk, cycle and explore through this beautiful outdoor environment. Hands up whos excited?! The Marshall Liberal governments reservoir policy is moving forward at full speed. We know people want to get into nature now more than ever. Opening Hope Valley Reservoir is just another way were helping give South Australians greater access to some of our most beautiful places. See you there in th...e summertime! Next up well be opening Happy Valley Reservoir as part of the Glenthorne National Park precinct! Ill keep you updated so stay tuned! Reservoirs South Australia Paula Luethen MP - Member for KING Richard Harvey MP - Member for Newland

12.01.2022 We are building what matters to the people of South Australia. Watch this to learn more about what's in store!

12.01.2022 We appreciate that you may have questions about what you can and cannot do in light of today's developments. Here is what we can tell you: As of 12pm today, Friday 20 November 2020 exercise outside of your home with members of your household is permitted.... Masks are not mandatory but are encouraged. Schools will re-open on Monday 23 November 2020. We will continue to review all Directions with the aim to open the borders to VIC on 1 December as originally planned and further open our state by reducing restrictions. As of 12:01am on Sunday 22 November (Midnight Saturday) we will revert back to similar restrictions that were in place on Monday 16 November 2020. This includes: 1 person per 4 square metres will apply. No dancing or vertical consumption. Updated gathering provision numbers being: Onsite purchase and consumption of food and beverages- 100 people maximum and no more than 10 people at each table. Funerals- 50 people maximum Weddings- 150 people maximum and registration of all guests with SA Health Religious ceremonies (not including a wedding or funeral)- 100 people maximum Private gatherings- 50 people maximum Private residence- 10 people per house (unless more than 10 people permanently reside at the residence) All food and beverages will need to be consumed while seated. Personal care workers will need to wear masks. Gyms are permitted to reopen. We appreciate that there is a lot to understand as things are changing. Please stay connected to this page and the www.covid-19.sa.gov.au/ website as South Australia Police work on the new Direction and update all information as quickly as possible.

12.01.2022 Happy Fathers Day to this old soul! 80 this year and going strong! Wishing all fathers and father figures a special day and remembering those fathers who are no longer with us.

12.01.2022 It’s no secret that Glenthorne National Park is one of my favourite places on earth. The only thing I love better than walking around this special space is sharing it with people who are excited by and enthusiastic about nature. Today Steve Murray MP, Member for Davenport (their local MP) and I had the pleasure of taking Happy Valley Primary School Eco-Leaders on a guided tour along the loop trail. The students were curious about learning more and exploring our newest national park! If your school or community organisation is keen for a tour, let me know!

11.01.2022 The South Australian Waste and Resource Recovery Conference and the Buy Recycled Expo SA are open for the next two days! This morning I officially launched the conference and had the opportunity to catch up with lots of businesses doing great things in the resource recovery and circular economy sector. Replas - Recycled Plastic Products

11.01.2022 St John's Grammar School’s budding entrepreneurs! It was great to get out to meet Williem and Phoebe whose ideas were recognised as part of the school’s Innovation Flight Fund, funded with the assistance of a sponsorship grant from Green Industries SA. Williem’s innovation is a smart bin which uses cameras and machine learning to help sort waste; ... and Phoebe’s innovation is a shunt-friendly swimming cap. This program is an excellent initiative, building important entrepreneurial skills in these students. Lot Fourteen ZEN Energy Flinders University New Venture Institute at Flinders Innovyz Institute

10.01.2022 One day down. Thank you South Australia. For up-to-date, accurate info visit www.health.sa.gov.au... For tips on looking after yourself during this time visit www.openyourworld.sa.gov.au Kelly Barnes for The Advertiser

10.01.2022 Its official! Para Wirra Conservation Park has grown in size! Watch this from my visit a few months back to Patsy and Mike Johnsons property, which is now officially part of Para Wirra Conservation Park. Weve also seen land additions to Canunda National Park, Carpenter Rocks Conservation Park and Charleston Conservation Park with more than 650 hectares now added to our national parks (which cover about 21% of our state and add up to an area about the size of the UK !!) ... Such good news! This will help to strengthen conservation and biodiversity across the state. National Parks and Wildlife Service South Australia Paula Luethen MP - Member for KING

10.01.2022 Rose Park Primary are waste warriors! I had the privilege of catching up with the year four students to hear about how they are managing waste at their school. It was also great to hear their questions about what were doing in South Australia to beat single-use plastics. These kids are awesome! Pictured here with Jonah, Amelia and Matthew.

09.01.2022 Coming soon! Hooded plover chicks! It's no secret I love our hoodies so it's it's great to see that nesting season has begun again at Seacliff Beach! The protection zones are now in place to help create a safe space as these birds lay their eggs and rear their hatchlings. Be responsible and keep your dog on a leash if you're walking on the beach.... Another baby animal photo for this first day of Spring (because you can never have too many). BirdLife Australia Green Adelaide

09.01.2022 Watch this for more about signing a memorandum of understanding with the Israeli Government on water sector opportunities!

08.01.2022 Supporting schools and preschools with the 2020-21 State Budget! We’ve announced stimulus grants for up to $30,000 for preschools and $20,000 for schools for maintenance at their site. This is an excellent initiative helping to support schools right across South Australia! Woodend Primary School... Sheidow Park School Hallett Cove School See more

08.01.2022 FIRST LOOK: weve released concept images of another major road upgrade that will benefit more than 21,000 motorists every day. Were expanding a notorious section of Flagstaff Road into a two-way dual carriageway to improve safety and ease congestion. The project will create local jobs and forms part of our record $12.9 billion investment in infrastructure across the state.

07.01.2022 Myponga Reservoir is one of my favourite places to visit and the loop trail is an excellent way to explore it. Since we opened the reservoir last April, over 45,000 visitors have walked through the gates. So good! Take a drive this weekend and experience it for yourself! With incredible water views, diverse and beautiful flora and fauna and an easy path to navigate, its a great way to immerse yourself in our natural environment. Dont forget to also stop and grab a refreshment at the Smiling Samoyed Brewery! Reservoirs South Australia

07.01.2022 Celebrating our newest volunteer park rangers! Today we reached 100!

06.01.2022 Lest we forget.

06.01.2022 Great news, especially for our local boat ramp at Sullies!

05.01.2022 It’s always good to meet people in the local electorate who are doing great things for the environment, so I enjoyed catching up with Julie at Hallett Cove’s Kurnabinna Gully to see some of the restoration work that has been going on adjacent this iconic spot on the coastal walking trail.

05.01.2022 I caught up with Carolyn Power MP Member for Elder in her electorate recently to check out Dorene Street, St Marys, the site of a new green shadeway! This is thanks to a generous contribution from the City of Mitcham and the state governments Planning and Development Fund. Work will start later this year to turn Dorene Street into a park with cars with 100% canopy cover in the summer! Watch for more!

05.01.2022 ICYMI! Legislation to ban single-use plastics has just passed parliament! plastic straws drink stirrers and cutlery ... are going first with oxo-degradable plastic products and expanded polystyrene food and beverages (such as cups, bowls, plates and clam-shell containers) to follow 12 months after commencement. This legislation also paves the way for more products to be phased out into the future as the community demands and alternatives become readily available. A big thank you to the Stakeholder Taskforce and Green Industries SA for their work on this historic legislation. See more

05.01.2022 SINGLE-USE PLASTICS BANNED! Parliament has just passed legislation to ban single-use plastics! Plastic straws, cutlery and drink stirrers are the first to be banned once legislation formally commences in the coming months, with lots more items to come into the future. This is incredible news for our environment and for the environmental legacy were leaving in our state. Leading the nation! Leading the world!

04.01.2022 Weekly organics bin collection trial! If you live in Kingston Park, Seacliff or Somerton Park. the City of Holdfast Bay wants you to be part of their weekly FOGO bin collection trial. This is an excellent opt-in trial for weekly food and garden organic collection and fortnightly waste bin collection. Find out more and register: www.holdfastfogo.com With around 40% of the average general waste bin containing organic waste, this initiative will help more people correctly dispo...se of their household waste. Great for households and great for our environment! Amanda Wilson - Mayor, Holdfast Bay 5049 Coastal Community

03.01.2022 Glenthorne National Park is coming to life and as it does, we're leaving this legacy to our future generations. We have developed a schools partnership to get local students onto this land to plant trees that they'll be able to watch grow over time. Watch this from my time planting with Hallett Cove South Primary School!

03.01.2022 My local seniors’ forums are always a resounding success, bringing together expert guest speakers to share interesting information with older members of our community. On Friday we partnered with the Stroke Foundation to talk about stroke prevention and post-stroke wellbeing. It was a fascinating and excellent presentation.

03.01.2022 Happy first day of Spring! Look at these cuties! Their mums were rescued and taken to Cleland Wildlife Park during the fires on Kangaroo Island earlier this year. These fire babies, Phoenix and Breezy, are thriving and making hearts melt!

02.01.2022 Got some spare time this weekend? Why not participate in the Aussie Backyard Bird Count! This year, I’m honoured to be Chief Counter and there’s still time for you to join me! Visit https://aussiebirdcount.org.au/?DavidSpeirs to register and submit a count before the end of the weekend. It’s a lovely, peaceful way to pass an hour! BirdLife Australia

02.01.2022 Have you signed up for the FOGO trial yet? The City of Holdfast Bay is seeking householders from Kingston Park, Seacliff and Somerton Park to sign up for a weekly greens and fortnightly waste collection trial! The City of Holdfast Bay is holding a pop up stall this Sunday from 9am 11am at John Miller Reserve, Somerton Park. Head along if you want more info or visit www.holdfastfogo.com. Amanda Wilson - Mayor, Holdfast Bay

02.01.2022 Its Walk to School Day! And what better way than to take the Woodend Way?! This initiative has massively increased walking, scooting, skating and cycling to school for the students of Woodend Primary School. And what a morning for a walk!

02.01.2022 Some great conversation about environmental activism and a thousand other things at Power Living Adelaide Yoga. Good to be joined by Robert Simms and a room full of engaged, interested people.

01.01.2022 Foodland Pasadena and Frewville have become the first supermarkets in Australia to eliminate single-use plastic produce bags. Instead, theyve fully fit out their stores with compostable barrier bags used right across the supermarkets, in the fruit and veg aisles, for bakery items and even in the deli section. These bags are made from cornstarch and are manufactured by BioBag World Australia right here in South Australia. This initiative is the result of a partnership with KE...SAB environmental solutions to reduce the stores waste and environmental impact. It will save more than 3 million plastic bags or 7 tonnes of soft plastic from going into landfill. Watch this to learn more! Foodland Pasadena Foodland Frewville Carolyn Power MP

01.01.2022 Flashback Friday: To the day in January 2019 when we announced we were going to consult South Australians on our plans to phase out a range of single use plastics. On Wednesday, the laws passed State Parliament, making this an Australia first! Im ambitious for this legislation, first up it outlaws plastic straws, drinks stirrers and cutlery, but we now have laws that are easy to add to over time and I intend to drive this change harder and further. Heres to leading the nation #SAgreat

01.01.2022 Curious about what happens to your green waste after you put it in your organics bin? Watch this! With the City of Holdfast Bays weekly, opt-in organic bin collection trial, I thought it would be great to take you on a journey to show you why you should better use your green bin and do good for the environment! If you live in Kingston Park, Seacliff or Somerton Park and want to sign up to be part of the FOGO trial, visit www.holdfastfogo.com.