Pirie Voices

08/06/2026

We’ve already heard from many amazing locals… but we want to hear from you too.

Every story, idea, and perspective helps strengthen our community voice.

It’s not too late to be part of something meaningful.

Share your thoughts here: bit.ly/PV_ShapingourFuture

04/06/2026

We’ve wrapped up the final visit in our work with John Pirie Secondary School with a trip to the South Australian Aboriginal Sports Training Academy.

It was fantastic spending time with such a great group of students sharing Pirie Voices questions and, more importantly, listening and learning from their perspectives.

Of course, no visit to SAASTA is complete without admiring the incredible artwork, later brought to life as Santos Aboriginal Power Cup guernseys each one telling its own story and showcasing the creativity of students over the years.

Thank you for your time, enthusiasm and generosity!

04/06/2026

The cost of living continues to be a hot topic and it’s something many of us are feeling right now.

The Port Pirie FoodHub has put together an Basic Essential Box to help ease some of that pressure, making it a little easier to stretch household budgets and keep food on the table.
If things are feeling tight, this could be a great option to check out!

Find out more below 👇

🛒 NEW at the Food Hub – Basic Essentials Boxes! 🛒

We've just launched our Basic Essentials Boxes for only $15 each!

Each box contains a selection of everyday household and pantry staples, which may include items such as:
🥛 Long-life milk
🥣 Cereal
🍜 Instant noodles
🧻 Toilet paper
🧼 Hand wash
☕ Coffee
🥣 Soup
🍽️ Plus other useful pantry items

Every box is a little different depending on what stock is available, but each one is packed with great value.

📍 Available now at the Food Hub while stocks last.

These boxes are designed to help make everyday essentials more affordable for our members and community.

Pop in and grab one before they're gone!
💛 Supporting local families, one shop at a time.

03/06/2026

Hello from Pirie Voices! 👋

May has been a month of connection, with over 900 conversations so far, bringing us closer to our 1,000 Voices goal.

From the Career Roadshow to Reconciliation Week and school sessions with John Pirie Secondary and St Mark’s College, we’ve been inspired by the stories, ideas and experiences shared by our community.

Every voice matters, and each conversation helps shape what comes next.

There is still time to contribute, complete the survey here 👇
bit.ly/PV_ShapingourFuture
Thank you for being part of Pirie Voices. 💛

02/06/2026

Last Wednesday, we gathered for a special Reconciliation Week Event - Paint & Connect, a space to come together, listen and reflect.

Artist Tammy Hudson led us in a meaningful Acknowledgment of Country, grounding us on the beautiful Nukunu land on which we live.

It was powerful to see such a diversity of perspectives come together in a warm, open environment. Every canvas told a story, every conversation deepened connection, and every moment reminded us that reconciliation is something we build—together.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined, shared and supported this experience. Let’s continue these important conversations beyond today.

A big thank you to the organisations that supported this wonderful event!
Centacare Catholic Country SA TAFE SA Aboriginal Access Centre and Human Services SA

01/06/2026

Port Pirie Regional Council are inviting our community to help shape the future of our playgrounds, because the best spaces are created with the people who use them.

Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, young person or simply someone who values great community spaces, your voice matters. What would you love to see? More shade? Different equipment? Spaces to gather and connect?

This is your opportunity to share ideas, priorities and feedback to help create a playground that reflects our community’s needs and hopes.

👉 Get involved in the consultation and make your voice heard. Together, we can create a space that everyone can enjoy for years to come.

🌟 Exciting New Playground Concepts – Have Your Say! 🌟

Exciting upgrades are planned for Flinders View Playground and Memorial Park—and we’d love your feedback!

Port Pirie Regional Council is inviting the community to help shape the future of these much-loved play spaces, with concept designs developed using feedback from our 2025 community survey.

These plans aim to create vibrant, inclusive spaces where people of all ages can play, connect and enjoy.

🥧 A fun “Pie Floater” themed playground at Flinders View
🌳 A nature-inspired “Forest Mountain” adventure at Memorial Park

💬 Have Your Say! You can provide feedback in several ways:
➡️ Online: www.pirie.sa.gov.au/noticeboard/consultation
➡️ In writing: Hard copy surveys and concept designs are available at Council offices and libraries in Port Pirie
➡️ Email: [email protected]

🏃‍♀️‍➡️ Shortcuts - short on time? Head straight to the:
Survey: https://tinyurl.com/playspacespp2026
Concept design: https://tinyurl.com/playspacesconcept

📅 Feedback open from 2–22 June 2026

Help us create play spaces our community will love! 💙

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Crystal Brook Community Association
Redhill Development Association
Koolunga, South Australia
Napperby, Nelshaby & Telowie Bulletin board
Broughton Plains Heritage Society

01/06/2026

We’re on a mission to hear from 1,000 voices across Port Pirie and we need YOU.

What matters most to you? What would you like to see in our future? How can we work together as a community to make this happen?

Your voice helps shape real decisions in our community.

Add your voice today: bit.ly/PV_ShapingourFuture

28/05/2026

💛 Supporting Carers in Our Community 💛

At a recent Coffee with a Cop event, Pirie Voices had some important conversations with both parents caring for children and children caring for parents about how challenging it can be to find support for in regional areas.

We want to shine a light on the incredible work of Carers SA — an organisation that provides vital support, services and guidance to those caring for others in our community. Many people take on this role quietly, without even realising they are officially a carer.

👉 Did you know?
If you support a family member or friend living with:
• disability
• mental illness
• dementia
• chronic or terminal illness
• alcohol or drug-related challenges
• age-related frailty
…you are a carer, and you may be eligible for free support through Carers SA.

📞 Free support is just a phone call away:
Carer Gateway – 1800 422 737
🌐 carerssa.com.au

27/05/2026

🎨✨ We’re all set up and ready to welcome our special guests to today’s Paint and Connect session in Port Pirie!

This beautiful afternoon is all about creativity, connection, and celebrating Aboriginal art and culture during National Reconciliation Week.

We can’t wait to share this experience with everyone joining us today. 💛🖤❤️

A huge thank you to our wonderful partners at TAFE SA Aboriginal Access Centre, Centacare Catholic Country SA and Human Services SA for helping make this event possible through collaboration, community spirit, and a shared commitment to reconciliation.