Environment

Aleppo Pine Tree Management
Marion Council has decided to remove the Aleppo pine trees around the Lower Field River.The removal, around Cormorant Drive Reserve at Hallett Cove, will occur in stages over six years and will be accompanied by a comprehensive revegetation plan.The decision was made at the Council meeting on 27 October 2020.
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Climate Change
Climate change is a vital issue for our community. The City of Marion works with our community in response to the risks and opportunities posed by climate change and to enable climate change resilience into the future.
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Common Thread
Common Thread is a monthly, sustainability program at Cooinda Neighbourhood Centre on the first Monday evening of the month.
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Valuing Marion's Nature
A range of events and activities to connect you with nature and help you learn about natural environments in our city.
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Get involved
Discover the environment and sustainability programs and events on offer through the City of Marion and find out how you can participate.
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Sustainable living
City of Marion supports residents to embrace elements of sustainable living to create healthier lives, enhance wellbeing and look after our environment.
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Waste management
The City of Marion provides and number of waste management services including household waste collection and recycling services. Other initiatives include community education and awareness programs and maintaining litter infrastructure.
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Water management
Water management in the City of Marion. How we conserve water and protect water quality. Including Water Sensitive Urban Design and Stormwater Management.
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Wetlands
Oaklands, Warriparinga and Glade Crescent Wetlands are wetlands with the City of Marion.
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Green Thymes Newsletter
Stay informed about environmental initiatives in and around Marion and sign up to the Green Thymes eNewsletter.
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Greening Marion
Greening Marion is a trial project to help us work together for greener, more sustainable suburbs.
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Coastal Management
The City of Marion has a unique coastline characterised by high cliffs, small coves and rocky beaches. The coastal area also has the significant cultural presence of the Tjilbruke Dreaming Trail, as well as including the world famous geological formations at Hallett Cove.
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Trees
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News

Comparing the bubonic plague in Year of Wonders to COVID-19 in this podcast episode

Tuesday 02 Jun 2020

Considering the pandemic, Jayne and Paula choose to discuss Geraldine Brooks's 2001 novel Year of Wonders in this month's podcast.

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New service provider for waste and recycling bin collections

Wednesday 29 Apr 2020

New service provider for waste and recycling bin collections

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Our Library Is Always Open Online

Tuesday 17 Mar 2020

Our doors may be closed but our online library is always open!Here is a list of online options that are still available for you to access for free ...

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Post-apocalyptic debut novel, After the Flood, on Literary Anything podcast

Monday 04 Nov 2019

Listen in as Jayne and Paula discuss After the Flood by Kassandra Montag, a book that has burst onto the literary scene after its publishing and TV ...

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Paul West Delights Audience at Marion Cultural Centre

Monday 14 Oct 2019

River Cottage Australia's Paul West in conversation with Gardening Australia's Sophie Thomson delighted the audience at the Marion Cultural Centre ...

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Community consultation – proposed new by-law

Tuesday 07 May 2019

Marion residents are invited to have their say on a proposed cat curfew to protect native wildlife.

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Oaklands Education Cetntre And Precinct Opening

Official Opening of the Oaklands Education Centre and Precinct Opening

Wednesday 13 Mar 2019

The Oaklands Education Centre and Precinct was officially opened on Wednesday 13 March 2019. The centre is a $200,000 partnership between the City of ...

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