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This full-service beauty clinic just got a serious glow up
Though Steph Powell was only 21 when she landed in Adelaide in 2011, it didn't take her long to develop a reputation as a formidable beautician. Now the Director of Urban Glow, the Manchester native has worked in salons since she was 17, “so I'd been doing lash extensions for...
Bright ideas on tap: Raising the Bar 2025
Tuesday 5 August | 20 Talks. 10 Bars. 1 Night. Free Event This year’s lineup features 20 brilliant minds across 10 venues in the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters. From climate change and neuroscience to cyber security and self-care myths, our speakers will challenge your thinking and stir...
City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters: Australia’s lowest business failure risk and record $2 billion consumer spend
The City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters continues to set the benchmark for local economic performance and rankings, recording a landmark $2 billion in annual consumer spending while maintaining its status as Australia’s lowest-risk area for business failure for the 10th consecutive month. Spendmapp data shows consumer expenditure in...
An iconic Kensington venue celebrates 180 years in style
Step into Kensington's Rising Sun Inn and there's no escaping the venue's rich history. “This building has been here since 1845, and a lot of it is original,” says owner Grant Goodall. “Back in the day, it was quite a journey from the city to Kensington so the bricks all...
Local businesses connect, share and celebrate at mid-year networking event
More than 120 traders representing 55 local businesses came together for the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters’ Mid-Year Business Networking event, held on Tuesday 17 June at Rio Coffee in Stepney. The evening provided a valuable opportunity for local traders to connect, share ideas and celebrate the ongoing...
AFL Gather Round kicks goals for the local community and businesses
The City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters is celebrating another successful year of AFL Gather Round, which delivered a strong economic boost and vibrant community atmosphere across four days in April. According to recently released Spendmapp data, the 2025 edition saw total spending across the City reach $15.8 million—a...
Meet the Owners video series: Spotlight on three local businesses
Our Meet the Owners video series kicks off with a celebration of three long-standing and much-loved businesses in our council area: SE Waite and Son, Outdoors on Parade and European Café. Each episode represents the spirit of dedication, creativity and connection that makes our local business community truly special. SE...
Get EOFY ready with top tax tips from Norwood Accountants
When Tom Bakewell began his career as an accountant more than 40 years ago, he had no idea how far it would take him. After a small firm he was working with merged with Ernst & Young, he found himself tasked with helping to run their Papua New Guinea practice...
A home-grown success European Café stands the test of time
With her mobile phone ringing constantly, deliveries arriving through the door and her three sons preparing for a busy night ahead, restaurant owner Gabriella Cavuoto is beaming. Boasting her trademark welcoming smile, Gabriella describes the history of her family business, the European Café, which is the oldest restaurant on The...
Orbe celebrates 30 years by returning to its roots
Ida Tirimacco has never been one to follow trends. “I don't have the time or energy to focus on what other salons are doing,” explains the Orbe co-founder. “I'm more concerned about what I can do for my clients when they are in my chair. They're my purpose.” That philosophy...
