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Playford Civic Centre

Home to the iconic Shedley Theatre, the Shedley Cafe and Theatre Bar, Playford Library, City of Playford Customer Care Centre and Council Chambers, the Playford Civic Centre is always abuzz with movement and laughter.

The Playford Civic Centre is located on Playford Boulevard in Elizabeth, and sits adjacent to Prince George Plaza and Grenville Hub in the Elizabeth CBD.

Each year the Shedley Theatre welcomes a number of high-profile acts, long-time resident theatre groups and local schools, while the Shedley Cafe and Theatre Bar is open Monday to Friday as well as during show nights and special events.

The Playford Civic Centre also offers meeting spaces while the Great Hall is often home to displays and exhibitions of local art and design.

For more information about the Shedley Theatre, Cafe and Bar or meeting spaces visit the website below.

Playford Civic Centre - 10 Playford Boulevard, Elizabeth
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Elizabeth Rise

The Elizabeth Rise Community Centre works with the community and partner agencies to deliver a variety of communal activities and events.

We provide programs and services that inspire participation in the local community which work towards encouraging connections and enhancing lives.

Contact Details and Location

For further information, phone 8256 0448, email elizabethrisecommunitycentre@playford.sa.gov.au or stay up to date via our Facebook page here.

Elizabeth Rise Community Centre - Shop 7/26 Hamblynn Road, Elizabeth Downs
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Marni Waiendi

Our Marni Waiendi facility engages with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community and provides assistance, support and advocacy to increase the participation of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in programs across the City of Playford.

The facility also provides a culturally appropriate Aboriginal transitions centre to provide services to Indigenous community members with information and referrals to assist access to a range of mainstream and Indigenous specific services.

Contact Details and Location

For further information contact Marni Waiendi on 8256 0145.

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Marni Waiendi - 85 Ridley Road, Elizabeth South
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Grenville Hub

Located in Prince George Plaza, in the heart of the Elizabeth CBD, the Grenville Hub is a welcoming and vibrant place that provides a broad range of services and activities which encourage and promote lifelong learning, physical activity, healthy living and enjoyment.

The Grenville Hub is open from 8.45am to 5pm Monday to Friday - closed on Public Holidays.

Activities are open to all adults and can include but are not limited to:

- Fitness and exercise activities

- Café, dining, and takeaway meal service

- Social groups and activities

- Daytime and evening events

- Links to services and information

- Home Assist services

- Community Passenger Network

- Providing linkages and support for people over 65 year who received funding through Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP)

For further information, phone 8256 0377, email grenville@playford.sa.gov.au or visit our Facebook page for up to date info here.

Northern Sound System (NSS)

The Northern Sound System (NSS) is a youth-focused facility dedicated to the Music and Creative Industries located in the heart of Elizabeth, SA.

You can find more information about NSS at northernsoundsystem.com.au, by phoning 08 8255 5560 or emailing us at info@northernsoundsystem.com.au

John McVeity Centre

The John McVeity Centre, located at 182 Peachey Rd, Smithfield Plains, plays an important role in the local community. It is a place that supports health and wellbeing and provides opportunities for people to come together and connect socially. Please contact the JMC for opening hours (hours vary depending on session times).

To find out more about the activities and programs on offer at the John McVeity Centre visit the Playford Wellbeing Hub.

You can also keep up to date following the JMC on Facebook here!

John McVeity Centre - 182 Peachey Road, Smithfield Plains
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The Precinct

The Precinct is a community hub offering spaces to meet and learn with community wellbeing at its heart. Various services include:

  • The Healthy Food Co.,
  • Playford Men’s Shed,
  • Café and Lutheran Community Care Op Shop,
  • Community Garden
  • Volunteering opportunities and
  • Meeting spaces for hire

To find out more about the activities and programs on offer at The Precinct visit playford.sa.gov.au/playford-wellbeing-hub or follow us on Facebook.