City of Playford

Playford Online Services will be unavailable today from 2pm to 4pm while urgent maintenance is carried out.

We apologise for any inconvenience and thank you for your patience.

Looking for something fun indoors this winter long weekend? ❄️

Whether you’re a cat lover, looking for something different to do with the family, or after a free hands-on activity for the kids, there’s plenty happening in Playford.

🐱 National Australian Cat Show 2026
The John McVeity Centre will host hundreds of cats and kittens from across the country for a purr-fect weekend of competition and fun.

📍 John McVeity Centre, Smithfield Plains
📅 Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 June
⏰ Opening 10am each day
🎟️ Book tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/gccfsa-is-hosting-the-national-australian-cat-show-tickets-1983586833616?utm_id=97758_v0_s00_e227_tv2_tp1_a1demo0e02fzy0&fbclid=IwY2xjawSPZhxleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFxOWEzUUdwdHJsemh1b200c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHod3B_hpxGxRYs7Hllh0ve0GwUTIg8imWgj1wtmnCQNcClgqMjaFISc_sTYl_aem_dlzF2Ho1p5PbP6BERNrbSQ

Come along to:
🏆 Meet more than 400 cats and kittens
🌍 Watch international judges select the best of the best
❤️ Vote for your favourite cat in the People’s Choice Award
🛍️ Browse cat-themed stalls
🍔 Enjoy food trucks and more

Please note, some regular programs and activities at JMC will not run this weekend due to the event.

🎨 Free Saturday fun at Civic Centre Library
Drop in and explore fun, hands-on projects at your own pace.

📍 Civic Centre Library
📅 Saturdays during school term only
⏰ 10am to 2pm
🎟️ FREE, no booking required

Escape the cold, stay dry and enjoy something fun indoors this long weekend! 🙂

🖤💛❤️ All In for National Reconciliation Week

Today we celebrated our final Reconciliation Week Storytime at Stretton Centre Library, sharing children’s stories written by First Nations authors.

Children enjoyed Somebody's Land: Welcome to Our Country by Adam Goodes and Ellie Laing, illustrated by David Hardy.

National Reconciliation Week is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures and achievements and to reflect on how we can all contribute to reconciliation.

This year’s theme, All In, is a reminder that reconciliation will not happen by itself. It takes all of us, every day.

Thank you to everyone who joined us across our Storytime sessions this week, with children aged between 2 and 5 years old attending.

📚 Storytime happens every week at both the Stretton Centre Library and Playford Civic Centre Library.

Book your tickets for future sessions here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/o/playford-library-service-8154956883

Always great to show off our community centres here in Playford! 🙌

This week, we were pleased to welcome special guest Premier Peter Malinauskas to Grenville Hub to see some of the amazing programs taking place, helping keep our community active, connected and supported. 💛

🏉 The July school holidays just got a whole lot more fun!

AFL Max Skills School is back, giving kids the chance to build their footy skills, confidence and leadership on and off the field.

Designed by Head Coach Rory Sloane, the program takes a fun and practical approach to helping young players develop their fundamentals, gameplay tactics, teamwork and leadership skills.

Proudly supported by the City of Playford and Virginia Football & Netball Club, this school holiday session is a great opportunity for kids to get active, connect through sport and learn from AFL Max team members.

Whether your child is new to footy or looking to take their game to the next level, this session is designed to help them back themselves, support their teammates and enjoy the game.
📅 Monday 13 July
⏰ 9am to 3pm
📍 Virginia Football Club
👉 Learn more and register: https://aflmax.com.au/afl-max-skills-school/

Scheduled system downtime

The Playford website will be temporarily unavailable 𝘁𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁, 𝗪𝗲𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝟯 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲, 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝟵.𝟯𝟬𝗽𝗺 for approximately 30 minutes while our systems undergo maintenance.

We apologise for any inconvenience.

💉 Flu-only clinic at John McVeity Centre next Tuesday!

Protect yourself and your family this flu season by booking into our dedicated flu vaccine clinic at JMC.

📍 John McVeity Centre
📅 Tuesday 9 June
⏰ 9am to 10.55am

Nasal spray flu vaccines are also available for children aged 2 to under 5 years.

Vaccinations are available for a fee of $20.71 and bookings are essential.

👉 Book your spot: https://playford.book.vitavo.com.au/available

💡 Got an idea that could bring the Playford community together?

Round 1 of the Community Development Grant is now open through the Community Support and Grant Program.

Funding is available to support community organisations, local groups and associations with projects, events and activities that make a positive contribution to community life in Playford.

This grant could help support ideas that:

🎨 encourage arts, culture and creativity
🏃 promote physical activity, health and wellbeing
🤝 bring people together through community-led projects
🌟 create new opportunities for locals to get involved
🎭 support local events, exhibitions or performances
If your group has a project that could benefit the Playford community, now is the time to apply.

Applications for round 1 close on Friday, 3 July 2026.

👉 Learn more and apply: https://www.playford.sa.gov.au/community/get-involved/grants-and-funding

SA Water road and water upgrades are continuing across our growing city. Traffic changes for the week ahead:

SA WATER WORK
Andrews Farm | Andrews Rd, Curtis Rd, Petherton Rd
Angle Vale | Ashwin St, Brookes St, Heaslip Rd, Luis Dr
Blakeview | Bentley Rd, Craigmore Rd
Concordia | Concordia Rd
Davoren Park | McPherson Reserve
Gawler Belt | Kentish Rd, Redbanks Rd, Twartz Rd
MacDonald Park | Robert Rd
Penfield Gardens | Robert Rd
Reid | Davidson Rd, Paternoster Rd
Details: https://watertalks.sawater.com.au/

AUTHORISED BY COUNCIL
Angle Vale | Broster Rd, Fradd Rd, Frisby Rd, Harris Rd
Blakeview | Bentley Rd, Corella Dr, Oxford Tce, Sanctuary Walk, Shelter Cl
Buckland Park | Brooks Rd, McEvoy Rd
Craigmore | Axminster Cres, Cedar Ct, Enmore Dr, Silvertop Ct, Yeovil Cct
Davoren Park | Woodcutts Rd
Elizabeth Downs | Dauntless Rd
Elizabeth Park | Fremont Park
Elizabeth Vale | Mofflin Rd
Hillbank | Black Top Rd, Main North Rd
Munno Para | Curtis Rd, Douglas Dr
Munno Para Downs | Andrews Rd
Riverlea Park | Reedy Rd, Riverlea Blvd, Central Dr, Guilding Tce
Smithfield | Main North Rd (northbound)
Virginia | Gawler Rd, Sheedy Rd
Waterloo Corner | Ryan Rd
Details: https://bit.ly/PlayfordClosures

DEPARTMENT FOR INFRASTRUCTURE & TRANSPORT
Angle Vale | Angle Vale Rd, Heaslip Rd
Blakeview | Main North Rd
Edinburgh North | Womma Rd
Elizabeth | Philip Hwy
Elizabeth Downs | Main North Rd
Elizabeth North | Womma Rd
Elizabeth Park | Yorktown Rd
Elizabeth Vale | Main North Rd
Eyre | Womma Rd
Gawler Belt | Gawler North Ramp, Horrocks Hwy, Sturt Hwy
Gawler East | Barossa Valley Way, Lyndoch Rd
Hillbank | Black Top Rd
Hillier | Angle Vale Rd
MacDonald Park | Heaslip Rd
Munno Para Downs | Andrews Rd
Riverlea Park | Port Wakefield Hwy
Smithfield | Main North Rd
Virginia | Angle Vale Rd, Old Port Wakefield Rd, Port Wakefield Hwy, Port Wakefield Rd Ramp From Port WakefieldDetails: https://www.traffic.sa.gov.au/

Please note: road impacts may change quickly. Check official sites for latest details. Comments unavailable.

🚀 Spots are still available for FREE winter fun at Little Rockets Play Café!

Secure your tickets here 👉 https://freewinterevent2026.eventbrite.com.au

Looking for something fun to do with the kids this winter? Families are invited to enjoy free play sessions at Little Rockets Play Café in Munno Para, with interactive play zones, exciting virtual reality experiences and creative craft activities to take home 🎨🕹️✨

Little Rockets will be exclusively reserved for two days:
📅 Friday 12 June and Friday 19 June
📍 Little Rockets Play Café, 10 Unity Way, Munno Para South
🎟️ FREE entry for children and adults. Tickets required.

Session times:
🕙 10am to 12pm
🕧 12.30pm to 2.30pm

Tickets are selling fast, with some sessions already sold out, so get in quick! 🚀
Before you book:

• Every attendee, including adults and children, needs a ticket for entry
• Only one session per group/family is permitted
• Parents and caregivers must supervise children at all times
• Food and drinks must be purchased from the café
• No external food or drinks allowed
• If you can no longer attend, please cancel your ticket so another family can enjoy the event.