Gallery & Studios program

Post Office Projects (POP) received a three-year funding agreement towards strengthening opportunities for early and mid-career artists through its exhibition, studio and professional development programs. The project will deliver 14 exhibitions annually, providing free exhibition space, artist fees, curatorial and promotional support, while prioritising diverse voices including First Nations, intercultural, LGBTQIA+, disabled and neurodiverse artists. POP will also support artists through affordable studio space, grant writing assistance, networking events, workshops and its Visiting Curators Program, connecting local artists with national and international peers. Overall, the project aims to build sustainable artistic careers, increase access to creative opportunities and strengthen community engagement through contemporary arts practice.

Contemporary Art & Community Life Program 2024-2027

Vitalstatistix has a 3 year grant, of $40,000 per year, to support them deliver a diverse program of creative development, presentation and sector leadership initiatives, including artist residencies and labs, the annual Adhocracy experimental arts festival, and Contemporary Communities projects such as Bodies of Work. New commissions will be presented through local and national partnerships, including Class Act and The Read. The organisation will also support professional development, public programs and industry dialogue, while celebrating its 40th anniversary through community events, a documentary film, and activities that strengthen engagement with artists, audiences and the broader arts sector.

Community Canines: Learning, Caring, and Connecting Through Pets

The Community Canines program delivered a series of expert-led workshops designed to educate, connect, and empower pet owners across the Port Adelaide Enfield community providing practical training in dog behaviour, legal responsibilities, first aid, grooming, and welfare.

The outcomes delivered from this program included building community connections, community wellbeing and capacity building.

Building Stronger Families : Building Stronger Communities

Enfield Baptist Church & LifeWell ran two coarses over a year by a qualified and experienced councillor and group therapist to families residing in PAE, called Circle of Security – an 8-week reflective program designed to help parents as they understand their child’s emotional world by learning to read the emotional needs, support the child’s ability to successfully manage emotions, enhance the development of the child's self-esteem, and honour the caregiver's innate wisdom and desire for their child to be secure. The beneficiaries are children, and the whole family unit. This initiative focusing on building wellbeing, cohesion and capacity for families encompases the aims and intended outcomes of the Community Impact Grant for the PAE community.

Felt and Art Community Based Program

This program delivered initiatives to two groups: for people with limited access to ‘mainstream’ arts programs due to expense, age, medical and mental health issues; and for women in PAE transitioning from the prison system into the community to participate in a series of free workshops providing a variety of art/craft to build skills in creative processes, independent thinking, and skill development, planning for an exhibition in November.

This initiative met the aims of the grant, helping local community members thrive by building community wellbeing, cohesion, and capacity.

Dunes Care Patch

In partnership with the Semaphore and Largs Dunes Group. the school has adopted a section of the Largs Bay sand dunes  – weeding, learning about seed collection, plant identification and propagation to support the revegetation of the dunes.

The school received funds to cover the cost of soil for propagation of the plants to be planted , and partial funding of the cost of bus transport enabling students to take part in this on-site learning and conservation activity.

Planting the Seed: Reviving Phillips Reserve

The newly formed Friends of Phillips Reserve delivered its first major project, Planting the Seed: Reviving Phillips Reserve, transforming an under-used area of the Semaphore reserve into a biodiverse and welcoming community space. Across two planting days, more than 300 native plants were established, increasing habitat for local wildlife and pollinators. A mulch pathway, seating boulders and interpretive signage were installed to encourage exploration, learning and nature connection. More than 20 volunteers participated, strengthening community connections and fostering environmental stewardship. The project improved biodiversity, amenity and climate resilience through increased vegetation cover, while establishing a committed Friends group and laying the foundation for future collaboration with the City of PAE to enhance the reserve.

Purchase of specialist equipment for use in search and rescue training and deployment situations for handlers and the dogs. 

Search and Rescue Canines SA, a not-for-profit organisation based in Angle Park received a grant in February 2025 to purchase specialist equipment to prepare them for their upcoming SRT Levels to be fully deployment level canines. This equipment will be used in training and deployment situations for handlers and the dogs, including harnesses and training belts for carrying supplies such as water, first aid and UHFs. 

Search and Rescue Canines SA offer services free in support of our community to search for missing lost or trapped persons and are run on a voluntary basis. 

Samba Encontro Adelaide, a community cultural celebration rich with Brazilian samba music and dance.

Samba Encontro Adelaide is a community event celebrating the rich cultural heritage of Brazilian samba music and dance at Hart’s Mill in Port Adelaide. 

The grant supported a community event organiser to:

• create a vibrant and immersive experience including live Samba performances, dance workshops, and a parade featuring colourful costumes, samba dancers, and live drumming, allowing performers and spectators to immerse themselves in the festive spirit 
• attract increased visitation to the area, drawing over 400 attendees, including 180 interstate and international performers
• foster access to social and cultural diversity by encouraging cultural awareness, exchange and participation
• stimulate the local economy by partnering with local businesses involved in the event 

Amplifii Music Festival 2026 – EV2526R2-06

This music festival was designed specifically to support people with disability, their families, carers and the broader community to come together and enjoy live music in a safe, accessible and community focused way. Amplifii Music Festival 2026 was held on Saturday 28th March 2026 at Harts Mill in Port Adelaide.

The event featured a diverse program of live music and interactive activities including:

- Live performances from bands and DJs

- A silent disco

- A Lip Sync Battle

- Dedicated sensory-friendly zones and quiet spaces

- Haptic vests

- Auslan Interpreters for stage performances

- Food Trucks

- Recording studio (where attendees could record their own song)

- Accessible infrastructure including ramps, accessible toilets and clear wayfinding.

Highlights included high engagement in the silent disco and lip sync battle, strong use of sensory spaces, and a positive, inclusive atmosphere where people felt safe and supported to have a good time. Feedback was overwhelmingly positive, with attendees reporting that the event was accessible, enjoyable, and meaningful. Many shared that it was the first time they had been able to attend a live music event comfortably.

Adelaide Chrysler Festival 2026

This event promotes the responsible preservation and celebration of historic and classic Chrysler (Mopar) vehicles.  

This accessible, free family event had a great turnout and met it's objectives of being a large scale public space activation; attracting tourists and visitors to the City of PAE; fostering access to social and cultural diversity; and returning economic benefit to businesses in PAE.

Holi On the Beach 2026

Holi on the Beach is a vibrant multicultural festival, celebrating the Indian festival of colours with the wider South Australian community held at the iconic Semaphore Foreshore. It is a day of colour throwing, live music, cultural performances, food and interactive activities.

This grant supported the Indian Australian Arts and Cultural Association to:

·         Deliver a hugely successful community cultural celebration to people of all ages and backgrounds.

·         Attract tourists and visitors to the City of PAE.

·         As a free event, this event offers broad accessibility, creating opportunities for cultural learning, social cohesion, and tourism, while enriching Adelaide’s vibrant calendar of community and multicultural events.

North East Community Day 2025

The North East Community Day (NECD) was held on Saturday, November 1st, 2025, at Queensborough Reserve, Hillcrest. The event served as a major community-building initiative.

The primary goal was to provide a free, accessible, and family-friendly day that encouraged local residents to connect, celebrate local talent, and engage with community services in a relaxed park setting. The event saw a significant turnout, with an estimated 4000 people attending throughout the day. The audience was highly diverse, including young families, seniors, and multicultural groups from the Hillcrest and North East Adelaide areas. By removing the barrier of an entry fee, we ensured that the day was inclusive of low-income families and individuals. The event successfully delivered a wide range of activities, focusing on "Free Fun" to maximise participation.

Participation in a national level sporting competition. 

Ethan participated in the Deaf Golf Australia National Golf Championships in October 2024 with the support of an Individual Grant from the City of PAE.

Ethan performed exceptionally well, winning the B Grade Nett category. 

Participation in this activity enables him to socially engage and communicate in sport he loves. Enabling him to gain confidence and represent his state SA as a disabled athlete. 

Youth development opportunity 

Hadi Jafari participated in the Best Diplomats conference in London in December 2025 with the support of an Individual Grant from City of PAE.

In addition to receiving official recognition from the organisation for his participation, he was honoured with the 'Exceptional Leadership Award', which is considered the highest award of the program for the Australia delegation.

Participation in a national level sporting competition. 

Zac & Caz received an Individual Grant, supporting them to participate in the 2026 Tange 18U National Ice Hockey Championship. 

This grant supports eligible applicants to participate in national/international level sporting activities. 

Regular participation in sport improves physical health, fitness and overall wellbeing, and helps build confidence, resilience and positive social connections, while reducing isolation. Sport also provides opportunities to develop important life skills such as teamwork, communication, leadership and goal setting. By removing financial barriers, the grant enables more young people to access these benefits, supporting their personal development and helping them reach their full potential both on and off the field.

Seniors for seniors wellbeing session

Adelaide Community for Persian Literature received a grant for $500 to support an unexpected need for a wellbeing support due to increased emotional stress in the Persian-speaking community, particularly older people affected by unrest in Iran and limited contact with family overseas. Funding supported two pilot wellbeing sessions featuring author Saman Attarian and Professor Kavoos Hassanli, who explored self-awareness, resilience, hope, and coping strategies. Facilitated group discussions created a culturally safe space for participants to share experiences and support one another. The initiative helped the organisation to respond flexibly to emerging needs, strengthened community trust and connections, expanded collaborative networks, and developed a practical wellbeing program model for future use.

Urgent replacement of irrigation system pump. 

This grant assisted the community garden to respond immediately to an unforeseen and critical challenge, the sudden breakdown of the irrigation pump. The gourp were able to quickly source and install a high-quality, reliable pump, restoring the functionality of the garden’s irrigation system and minimising water wastage. Other benefits including: 

·         preventing further stress on plants during a period of intense heatwaves, safeguarding the garden’s role as a vital source of local food security

·         relieving the physical burden and emotional strain on garden volunteers who had been struggling to manually water the entire 300m² garden

·         continuing to offer a nurturing space for diverse groups (CALD, seniors, young people, economically disadvantaged individuals, and people with physical disabilities), enhancing their quality of life and strengthening community bonds. 

Share the Dignity 

The Port Adelaide Baseball Club identified the need to provide free period products to girls and women, not only of their club but for females of their local community who use their facility.

The funding from this grant allowed the club to purchase 200 packs of period products to be made available both in their toilet and changeroom facilities to access.

This project also brings more awareness and removes the stigma of period poverty.

Development of a 3-year strategic plan & update of the club constitution

The funding of this grant enabled the Enfield Tennis Club to engage a private consultant to develop a new strategic plan and update its constitution. These modernised documents align with the club’s current needs and future goals, strengthening governance, long-term planning, and capacity to pursue funding and projects. The project will enhance opportunities for the Port Adelaide Enfield community by improving experiences for existing members and supporting new participants. It has also increased volunteers’ understanding of governance and created a more flexible, user-friendly strategic planning framework that can be reviewed and updated more effectively in the future.

Establishment of a new Kinder Gym Program

The Largs Bay RSL Gym Club has established a new Kinder Gym at the West Adelaide Bearcats Stadium in Port Adelaide. They received a Sport & Recreation Grant from the City of PAE to support them with the purchase of soft play equipment for the new program. 

This initiative between the two local organisations has been successful in providing a new opportunity to young children within our community and their parents/ guardians to participate in activities that develop their fine motor skills, music and rhythm, and to interact socially. 

Semaphore Surf Lifesaving Club applied for funding to deliver a structured youth mentoring program for junior and youth members in Port Adelaide Enfield. The program was facilitated by a youth wellbeing professional, focussing on mental health, resilience, confidence, stress management, and social pressures. Participants gained practical skills to better manage school, sport, and personal challenges, improving wellbeing, engagement, and retention in surf lifesaving. The initiative also strengthened teamwork, leadership development, and club culture, supporting future patrollers and volunteers while delivering lasting benefits to youth participation, recreation, and community wellbeing.