Welcome to this week’s edition of Fleurieu Feed - your sub-5 minute wrap on what’s happening across the region. If you’re enjoying the read, forward this to a friend!
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🏆 Fleurieu Winners Shine at Onkaparinga Business Awards - The Onkaparinga Business Awards drew more than 13,000 votes this year, with the following Fleurieu businesses recognised:
The Macaron Bar - Restaurants, Bakeries and Cafes (Christies Beach)
Penny Red Beer Co - Wineries, Distilleries, Breweries and Venues (McLaren Vale)
Coco & Raj - Clothing, Home Decor and Giftware (Willunga)
Botanista - Floristry, Plants, Landscape and Hardware (Port Noarlunga)
Gone AWOL - Recreation and Entertainment (Moana)
Full list here. 🔗 Link
🏊 Major upgrade at Noarlunga Aquatic Centre – The Aquatic Centre is undergoing a $10.8 million refurbishment, with works already underway. Upgrades include a new roof, electrified pool heating, double-glazed windows, better insulation, and an expanded café area. The centre is now expected to reopen in summer 2026–27. 🔗 Link
💡 Grants boost for local community groups - The Foundation for Rural & Regional Renewal (FRRR) has new funding tools, including its Community Data Tool, designed to help small Fleurieu organisations apply for grants and map local needs. 🔗 Link
🛩️ Aerial shark patrols resume - State-wide shark-spotter flights are back for summer, including along the Fleurieu coast. The patrols aim to improve beach safety as visitors flock back to the water. 🔗 Link
🎽 Victor Harbor Half Marathon almost here - (Reminder) Only a couple of weeks left until the popular running event on Sat Dec 6. Race entry is still open for the 5k, 10k, 21.1k or kids dash. 🔗 Link
🎨 Myponga Hall mural - (Reminder) Myponga Memorial Hall is calling for artist designs for a mural celebrating the town’s character and history. EOIs for the 21m x 4m wall close 30 Nov, with the winning design revealed at the Myponga Christmas celebration. 🔗 Link
🌊 Algal bloom updates - Onkaparinga Council published recent updates on 21 Nov 2025 regarding the ongoing harmful algal bloom along the Fleurieu Coast, with safety and support measures in place:
Free boat launching at O’Sullivan Beach from 1 Nov.
Beach signage and Surf Life Saving Australia’s Beachsafe app report conditions at Aldinga, Moana, Port Noarlunga, Sellicks, and South Port. Patrols at Port Noarlunga, Moana, and Aldinga Bay.
Seafood in shops and restaurants is safe; avoid dead fish, shellfish, and harvesting in affected areas.
Coastal businesses can access grants, dining cashback, travel vouchers, and financial counselling.
Community can report dead marine life via iNaturalist or volunteer with seagrass restoration.
Stay updated via the state algal bloom website or hotline 1800 774 779. 🔗 Link
📆 Events: This week’s top picks
Strathalbyn
🌳 Discover, Taste, Grow: Native Foods with Neville Bonney - Join author and ethnobotanist Neville Bonney to explore local native plants, with a tasting plate to sample the flavours firsthand.
Strathalbyn Town Hall, Thu, 27 Nov, 10am - 11:30am. 🎟 Tickets
Victor Harbor
🎅 Christmas Market - Santa will be there!
42 Armstrong Road (PO Box 1360), Victor Harbor, SA, Australia, South Australia 5211, Saturday at 10am. 🔗 Info
McLaren Vale
📽 Harris Outdoor Movie Night - A FREE Community Event - A fun-filled community event at the McLaren Vale Visitor Centre screening the classic movie Elf! Make sure to RSVP.
McLaren Vale & Fleurieu Coast Visitor Centre, Friday at 6:30pm - 10:30pm.🔗 Info
🍷 Twilights at Richard Hamilton - Join us at Richard Hamilton wines to kick start the warmer nights setting in, at our first Twilight night for 2025. Table bookings are essential.
439 Main Road, McLaren Vale, Friday at 5:30pm. 🔗 Info
🕺 Saddle & Stomp at CLINK - Join us as Adelaide’s favourite line dancing crew, Saddle & Stomp, take over CLINK at Tintara for a night of dancing fun for all ages!
208 Main Road, McLaren Vale, Friday at 6pm.🔗 Info
Willunga
☀ FREE Skin Cancer Screening - Contact Jo McCracken to make an appointment (18 & over only) 0424 727062 or email [email protected]
Willunga Lions Centenary Park, Saturday at 9am - 4pm. 🔗 Info
🎶 Strings, Stories and Shared Plates: Songstress Jodi Martin with Food Maestro Andy Clappis - Jodi Martin's soulful music comes together in perfect harmony with the culinary magic of Andy Clappis. Enjoy a music-drenched and lovingly prepared Italian Long Table feast.
Our Place, Willunga Hill, Sunday at 12:30pm - 6pm.🔗 Info
Aldinga
🎄 LETS Christmas Market - Food, Brick a Brac, Crafts, Plants, Therapy and more.
Aldinga Institute Hall, Saturday at 11am - 2pm. 🔗 Info
🌱 Final Seedling Sale - Chilli Avenue last seedling sale of the season before everything gets potted up and starts firing into flower!
389 Old Coach Road, Aldinga, SA, Australia, South Australia 5173, Sunday at 10am. 🔗 Info
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