15 JUN 26: Discussing the Protect Our Parklands Grassroots Movement (PPGM).
ADELAIDE · SOUTH AUSTRALIA
Protect Adelaide's Heritage Park Lands
Community-led action for genuine consultation, transparency and accountability in decisions shaping the future of our city.
Protect Our Parklands Grassroots Movement (PPGM) is a peaceful community movement formed by everyday South Australians to help protect Adelaide's heritage-listed Park Lands for future generations.
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We support constructive, community-led action focused on transparency, accountability and the long-term protection of these shared public spaces.
As pressure from ongoing commercial development, tree removal and the privatisation of public land continues, we are helping mobilise community awareness, engagement and coordinated grassroots action for an amplified community voice to help ensure Adelaide's Park Lands remain public, protected and accessible for generations to come.
Here are 3 ways you can help:
1. Sign the Paper Petition (Separate to the 50,000+ online petition)
Help us collect 10,000 handwritten signatures from South Australians of any age to trigger a Parliamentary Inquiry into the Government's ongoing takeover of Adelaide's Park Lands.
2. Join the Facebook Community
Join the Protect OUR Parklands Grassroots Movement (PPGM) Facebook community to stay informed, connect with others, and receive updates on campaigns, events and opportunities to get involved.
3. Get Involved
Complete our short intake form to tell us a little about yourself, join our mailing list and be sure to check out the Community Calendar and join one of our upcoming events.
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OUR MISSION
We Deserve A Say
Protect Our Parklands is a peaceful grassroots community movement advocating for greater transparency, meaningful public consultation, and community involvement in decisions that shape our shared public spaces. We believe South Australians deserve a genuine say in major decisions that have lasting impacts on our environment, heritage, and the future of our city.
WHAT WE STAND FOR
Our Core Values
Meaningful & Accessible Public Consultation
Transparency and Accountability
Protection of Shared Public & Heritage Spaces
THE ISSUE
Why This Matters
Every generation inherits the Adelaide Park Lands and holds them in trust for the next.
Today, hundreds of mature trees and important wildlife habitat face destruction for redevelopment projects that will permanently change part of this unique public landscape.
The impacts extend far beyond a golf course, driving range or a race track:
Loss of mature tree canopy
Destruction of wildlife habitat
Reduced biodiversity
Less natural cooling during heat waves
Ongoing erosion of public green space
This is a defining moment for Adelaide's Park Lands. The decisions made today will shape the city our children inherit tomorrow.
These maps are based on the limited information currently available to the public, as many detailed plans have not yet been released. View source documents and supporting information: [Google Drive Folder]
SA Heritage Park Lands Destroyed | Drone Footage
ON THE RECORD
Latest Evidence & Public Statements
Onsite footage, parliamentary exchanges and statements from community leaders.
ON SITE FOOTAGE
"585 Trees Gone"
LORD MAYOR STATEMENT
"Park Lands Are Under Assault"
ENVIRONMENT MINISTER EMILY BOURKE
"Commercial in Confidence"
STOP THE CHOP RALLY
"Where was the Consultation?"
9 NEWS - REPORTING ON APA RALLY
"Protest at Parliament House"
DIRECTOR OF CLIMATE POLLY HEMMING
"The Courage Needed for Change"
Press & Radio
In the media
LISTEN · ABC RADIO ADELAIDE
Adelaide local soccer club afraid of getting the boot by Moto GP
WATCH · FACEBOOK
Senator Barbara Pocock raises concerns with Murray Watt about ongoing issues affecting the Adelaide Park Lands
WATCH · FACEBOOK
Public servant, Edwin Kemp Attrill is taking the Possum Park destruction to the Federal Court of Australia.
HOW WE GOT HERE
Timeline
From the 2022 State Election to the privatisation of OUR public park lands.
TAKE ACTION
How You Can Help
Sign the Petition
Councillor Patrick Maher from Adelaide City Council maintains an up-to-date list of petition signing locations and campaign updates across South Australia.
PPGM FB Community
Connect with others taking action to protect our Park Lands and ensure the community has a genuine voice in decisions that shape our city.
Support the Movement
Building a strong community movement takes more than passion. Donations help fund campaign activities, operational costs, and community action.
Join the PPGM Movement
The future of our public spaces depends on the people willing to stand up for them. Join the movement, connect with others, and help build a stronger community voice for transparency, accountability, and meaningful public consultation.
UPCOMING
Events & Actions
SATURDAY 11 JULY • 10:30AM
Peaceful Protest & Community Action In Person Training
Understanding Your Rights and How to Participate Safely and Effectively in Peaceful Community Action.
This training is designed for anyone who wants to better understand peaceful protest, support community action, and contribute to a strong, informed, and united community presence.
Whether you are new to community advocacy, looking to participate more effectively, or simply wanting a clearer understanding of your rights and options, this session will provide practical guidance and greater confidence in participating in peaceful community action.
"Our collective strength comes not from a small number of people taking risks, but from a large number of people standing together with clarity, confidence, and a shared commitment to protecting the places we care about."
HELP SPREAD THE WORD
Print & share the PPGM flyer
Download our call-to-action flyer, print it, and share it with your neighbours, local cafés and community noticeboards.
HELP SPREAD THE WORD
Print & share the Community Action flyer
Download the Peaceful Protest & Community Action In Person Training Flyer.
STAY IN THE LOOP
Latest Announcements
Follow our announcements page for the latest updates, actions and community news
Subscribe to the PPGM Community Calendar:
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TAKE ACTION
Support the Legal Defence Fund
Support the legal challenge seeking to protect Possum Park / Pirltawardli and the future of Adelaide's Park Lands.
Peaceful, community-led
action for Adelaide's future.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
We respectfully acknowledge the Kaurna people as the Traditional Custodians of the land on which the Adelaide Park Lands stand, and pay our respects to Elders past and present.
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