Programs & Activities for Young People
Learn hands on radio broadcasting skills and get involved in arts and culture and active focused programs and events.
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The Council provides a range of places, programs and events for young people to engage, learn and participate in the community.
Keep-up-to-date on upcoming events, activities and opportunities — subscribe to Youth eUpdates
Elevate Radio Broadcast Training
October 2025 intake – key dates
Expressions of Interest (EOIs) for the October 2025 intake are now open and will close on Friday 26 September 2025.
The training and induction session will be held on Saturday 11 October 2025, from 10:00am to 1:00pm.
Elevate Radio is a hands-on broadcast training program that gives you the skills to launch into media or related industries.
Open for applications twice a year, the program is available to people aged 18–30 who live, work or study in Adelaide’s eastern suburbs.
The Elevate Radio Show is live every Thursday, 6:30pm – 7:30pm on Three D Radio
Work experience and placement
Students who live in the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters or attend an educational facility in the Council area will receive priority placement for work experience and placement opportunities.
Please note: we require atleast 4-6 weeks notice.
Work experience and placement eligibility criteria:
- Secondary school student,
- University student, and/or
- Registered Training Organisations Students, including TAFE SA.
All students must be registered with a Secondary School, Tertiary Institution or Registered Training Organisation to ensure coverage for Personal Insurance, Public Liability and Professional Indemnity.
For enquiries, email: youth@npsp.sa.gov.au
Upcoming youth events
For more events and activities, visit the Coucnil's full Events Calendar
Dec 17
Music Night! @ Payneham Community Centre
When 17 Dec 2025 5:00pm–8:00pm
Where Payneham Community Centre - 374 Payneham Road…
Whether you’re shredding in a band, writing songs in your... read more about the Music Night! @ Payneham Community Centre event
Dec 20
Sustainable Market & Wrapping Workshop
When 20 Dec 2025 11:00am–3:00pm
Where Payneham Community Centre - 374 Payneham Road…
Get holiday-ready the sustainable way! This event is designed for... read more about the Sustainable Market & Wrapping Workshop event
Jan 8
Summer Movie Festival
When 8-22 Jan 2026
Where Payneham Library, 2 Turner Street, Felixstow
Join us for a Family Movie Afternoon every Thursday in... read more about the Summer Movie Festival event
Jan 9
The Big Chill - Teen Wellbeing Day
When 9 Jan 2026 12:00pm–5:00pm
Where Payneham Library, 2 Turner Street, Felixstow
Need a break from the chaos? For teens 12-17, The... read more about the The Big Chill - Teen Wellbeing Day event
Jan 13
Bugs and Slugs
When 13 Jan 2026 1:00pm–2:30pm
Where Payneham Library, 2 Turner Street, Felixstow
Tuesday 13 January 1pm–2.30pm Payneham Library Ages 7–12 $5 |... read more about the Bugs and Slugs event
Jan 14
Level UP! - Game Day
When 14 Jan 2026 10:00am–3:00pm
Where Payneham Library, 2 Turner Street, Felixstow
Join us for a 2-hour gaming session packed with hands-on... read more about the Level UP! - Game Day event
Jan 15
Rhyme, Sing and Play for Babies
When 15 Jan 2026 10:30am–11:30am
Where St Peters Library - 101 Payneham Road, St Pet…
A gentle school holiday session for babies, featuring songs, a... read more about the Rhyme, Sing and Play for Babies event
Jan 16
Walking Together with Kaurna at Marriyarta Pari
When 16 Jan 2026 10:00am–1:00pm
Where Felixstow Reserve
In partnership with Walking Together with Kaurna, join us for... read more about the Walking Together with Kaurna at Marriyarta Pari event
Jan 19
Inventor Kids STEM Workshops
When 19 Jan 2026 11:00am–3:00pm
Where Payneham Library, 2 Turner Street, Felixstow
11am - 12pm | 6-11 years Come and develop your... read more about the Inventor Kids STEM Workshops event
Get active: Come & Try Sessions
Looking to try something new? Our Come & Try Sessions are perfect for young people of all skill levels.
Whether you’re exploring a new sport or just want to get active and have fun with friends, there’s something for everyone.
Sessions are generally held in the summer school holidays and may inlclude taekwondo, baseball and dance.
Check the events calendar for upcoming events.
Keep-up-to-date on upcoming events, activities and opportunities — subscribe to Youth eUpdates
For enquiries, email: youth@npsp.sa.gov.au
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Contact
Coordinator, Youth Programs
08 8366 4514
youth@npsp.sa.gov.au
