Adelaide National Park City is a movement to improve Greater Adelaide’s liveability through a better connection between people and nature. It extends across the northern plains, eastern hills, southern vales and out into the marine environment.

Let’s all work together to create a cooler, greener and wilder Adelaide and beyond.

Let’s create a city that is rich with nature, and a place where people take action to be better connected with the environment and each other.

Marni ngadlu tampinthi ngadlu Kaurna yartanga inparrinthi
It is good that we all acknowledge we are living on Kaurna Country.

We are working together for better:
Thriving urban spaces for nature and people
Collective decision-making, learning and local action
Air, land, freshwater and marine habitats for plants and animals
Connections between people and nature, Kaurna Yarta (Country) and community
Health and wellbeing, diversity and inclusion
Climate resilience
Shared stories and celebrations

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signatures

Blythe
,
Chattanooga, Tennessee, USA
Build a global consensus of support for cities that are livable primarily because our shared, common, outdoor spaces - all of them, inclusive of streets - are uncompromisingly of the quality of national parks.
kylie
,
Allenby Gardens
Use the verge for food plants to share within the community and planting for wildlife
Anne
,
LEABROOK
Adelaide has fantastic opportunities to be a sustainable city, with increased trees and shrubs for more habitat and more shade to reduce temperature, pervious paving to allow water to reach tree roots and shallow aquifers, renewable energy options for households and transport. Expand the linear park to include the five creeks of the Torrens, increase cycle access, encourage shared transport, highlight the benefits of our unique location between the hills and the sea!
Dave
,
Kent Town
Emphasise the role for 'great' streets to be greened... and as anti global warming activists eg Rundle St Kent Town...for STREETS to be GREEN LINKS to National Parks...and encourage local councils and the community to participate as advocates for more green links.
Joanne
,
Plympton
City planning to help combat the extensive loss of habitats due to the disappearence of the suburban backyard to high density housing, small lots being completely taken up by large construction and councils penalising homeowners with high council rates for having large backyards. All build planning to also include an enviromental impact mitagation plan through including growing spaces for housing and flats as well as thought into creating accessible links for wildlife between larger wildlife corridors.

What if...

What if we restored nature wherever we can? What if everybody could lose themselves in nature without leaving the city? What if we shared more knowledge, ideas, tools and experiences to connect with nature? What if there was more space for reconciliation with Kaurna Miyurna (Kaurna People) and recognition that all living things are a part of Kaurna Yarta (Country)? What if more people grew their own food? What if there were more beautiful sights and sounds in the city? What if we thought more about those who will be living in the city seven generations from now? What if there was more celebration and spontaneity? What if we did more things to care for the people, places and nature we are interdependent with? What if we had more balance and harmony within ourselves, our city and our world? What if there was better communication and collaboration between all levels of government and community?

All signatures

david
,
adelaide 5000
Adelaide has a ring of parklands with a wide biodiversity. It is a beautiful city to live in and this proposal will support the natural environment.
Emma
,
Henley beach south

Green spaces and nature create an opportunity for mindfulness, connection to the earth and much needed time away from a technology driven society. The decrease in mental health, well-being and contentment will continue in its downward trajectory if we don’t invest not only in mental health awareness, treatment and support, but also create a healthier environment in which to live.

Ben
,
London
Having lived in Melbourne and visited Adelaide several times I get why Adelaide would be a great 2nd NPC. I am a founding trustee of the NPCF in London...
Kate
,
Fulham

Lets work together to improve our urban Tree Canopy and biodiversity.  We have a long way to go and a lot of education needed to stop ongoing canopy destruction through urban infill. We can have both with better design and a willingness from residents and developers to retain existing trees.

Sean
,
Tea Tree Gully
Adelaide already has so much to offer from an environmental and nature point of view, in how accessible nature is for its residents. Becoming a National Park City will help cement and grow this notion, for its residents to enjoy and obtain the health benefits that nature provides.
Brenley
,
Plympton
With urban infill and higher density housing ever increasing it is now more important than ever to maintain and increase our green spaces and connection to the environment.
Maria
,
Blackwood
Because people benefit from nature
Chloe
,
North Brighton
Nature is essential for so many reasons, it doesn't just create beautiful spaces but it also improves human health, enhances and supports biodiversity, and absorbs pollution whilst also helping decrease contribution to climate change. The scientific research clearly demonstrates the need for taking nature more seriously and to rapidly increase areas with diverse fauna and flora for the sake of our futures.
Imogen
,
Northcote
Because the climate and environment matters
Tina
,
Inman Valley
Adelaide already has wonderful parklands that are under threat but should be protected at all costs. Our parks are the lungs of our city, a refuge and place for relaxation, sport, and many other activities for families, friends, individuals, tourists, our older population. They are free for everyone to enjoy, and for many people living in the city and suburbs they are an opportunity to enjoy nature and garden space they might not have at home. Most importantly, our parks provide habitat for our precious flora, fauna, bird and insect life. We can not afford to lose parks. In fact we should be working toward having more parks in and around our city.
Vanessa
,
Kingswood

Why not? We live in a city where we have this wonderful opportunity to make a difference and show the world that Adelaide (Australia) is listening. So let's do this for our planet; let's be the change we know we can be!

Paul
,
Enfield
A brilliant initiative that will create a more resilient and educated community on the health and wellbeing benefits from natural habitat restoration.
Andy
,
Piccadilly
We are lucky enough to live in and around a beautiful city - one that is green, accessible, clean and surrounded by some of the most spectacular natural environments and wine-making regions in the world - and all on our doorstep. It is incumbent on us to protect, respect and preserve this place we share and call home and this NPC journey is one step towards honoring that duty and ensuring that Adelaide remains the same livable gem tomorrow, as it is today.
Lucy
,
Brompton
Green spaces and national parks are very important - Adelaide as an official national park city is a wonderful idea.
Tricia
,
Nailsworth
Improve the health, wellbeing and resilience of people, communities and nature/biodiversity in Adelaide. Including cooling urban temperatures by greening/tree planting. Creating a more beautiful, nourishing, healthy, sustainable and positive environment and culture in Adelaide through more connectedness and with nature.
Kate
,
Stirling
We are part of the amazing web of life and we can do so much more to support our fellow creatures......
Barbara
,
MAGILL
More trees, more green, makes a better, happier place to live for everyone including birds and animals. Plus it helps keep the city cooler andcthe air cleaner.
Frank
,
Erindale
I'm a country kid living in the city as a 60yo
Haley
,
Prospect
So we can survive
Mark
,
Rostrevor

Every time my friends and family visit from overseas or interstate they can not believe the beauty we have at our doorstep. Keep the habitat health and our mental health and wellness will only continue to improve. Always take the time to stop and see nature in all its forms.

Mark
,
Adelaide
This will support our city to be greener, healthier, wilder and a fairer place to live.
Damon
,
Adelaide
As urban infill continues and the average backyard gets smaller, it'd be great for a greater focus on nature and liveability in our shared spaces.
Jennifer
,
Oaklands Park
We need to move forward with utilising the space we have for the betterment and continuation of the world we live in. It would pave the way for more cities to follow and be soemthing to feel proud of coming from.
Steve
,
5118

To protect the green fields from infill development.

Jack
,
Adelaide

It would make it much nicer to live in, provide clean air, and natural cooling.

Kelli
,
Woodcroft
Adelaide should become a National Park City to reflect our support for parks and open spaces. Many volunteers (Trees for Life, Friends of the Parks) give their time to restore and create beautiful natural spaces. Let’s tell the world of our ongoing commitment to protecting and restoring our flora and fauna.
Alison
,
Glenelg East
It was originally planned to incorporate parklands in and around the city, and is ideally suited to become a national park city by both original design and subsequent greening and art development throughout the city.
David
,
North Adelaide
Adelaide has iconic parklands surrounding the city and North Adelaide that are fully accessible to the whole community. In addition there are many green open spaces throughout the metropolitan area that are well maintained and enhance everyone’s standard of living.
Kiran
,
Hillbank
To support our environment and make it beautiful and clean
Rasa
,
Beaumont
Great for mental health, working in a National Park City should help productivity levels.
Vasi-Marie
,
Edwardstown
Bettering our relationship with mother nature and local ecosystems will benefit us, our mental wellbeing, the future of our planet and the generations to come!
Glenn
,
Lower Mitcham
We need to do everything we can to encourage wildlife to thrive in Adelaide and to combat climate change.
Danny
,
Coromandel Valley
Aside from the brilliance of becoming a green initiative leader, in a time were Australia is lagging in this global shift, there are also economic advantages. National Parks can attract more tourism, particularly with the unique indigenous flora and fauna Australia has to offer. It is likely to place Adelaide more prominently on the international stage. It would contribute to the current campaign of 'Adelaide, the most livable city.' The jobs and or income for supporting businesses could increase. It would be brilliant if we could also engage traditional land owners to conduct traditional land management techniques. This could be beneficial for the land, indigenous communities and closing the gap. For those that are financially driven, this is a cost effective solution, as we would be paying for a service which also serves as a recognition and cultural connector.
Blake
,
Wayville

To continue pushing itself forward as one of the worlds most lovable and livable cities.

Ben
,
Prospect
More native flora and fauna, more wetlands, more shade trees, more beauty - what’s not to like?
Alexander
,
Clearview
We live in a wonderful city, let’s make it perfect and bring nature closer to our doorstep and lead the country in becoming the most lovable city.
Jorge
,
Clearview
In order to maintain the most liveable city status of Adelaide. In addition, if Adelaide becomes a National Park City, we will be contributing to a more sustainable future for residents.
Celia
,
Marden
We have the spectacular surrounding parklands and William Light’s clever positioning of our city according to aesthetic as well as climate considerations - this is a unique and special combination to be celebrated and promoted! Love Adelaide.
Marianne
,
Banksia park

Adelaide has fantastic shared public gardens and beautiful home gardens that protect us from extreme heat. We need to protect the greenscapes even more now with infill. We are so lucky currently but we need to protect.

Abe
,
Oakden
Cleanest and greenest city!
Peter
,
Mawson Lakes
Protect the surviving wild life, plants, living things.
Carol
,
ADELAIDE
Love the versatility of the parks, the massive nature of them and the vibe of the community as they bring their families and dogs to walk, jog, and bike the parks. The extensive trails and excellent maintenance keep the parks beautiful and blooming year round.
teresa
,
portland
green spaces help
Andrew
,
Willunga
Green spaces are cooler in every way - we need more of them. This is a great opportunity to build on what we have and create something amazing for our kids.
Denise
,
Tea Tree Gully
For our children
Kim
,
Bridgewater
We already have a unique ring of music net city Parklands which need protecting
Helen
,
Colonel light gardens
Adelaide is already a garden city and this is the next step in improving Adelaide further and making Adelaide a destination city
Nicholas
,
Hove
We need to ensure that Adelaide stays liveable despite the ravages of climate change. This is the best way to do that.
Kelly
,
O'Halloran Hill
It's a great idea. The more we can reestablish natural places and nurture them within our metropolitan areas the more resilient, sustainable and healthy our communities will be.
Emma
,
Blair Athol
Becoming a National Park City will preserve and enhance the unique character that Adelaide already has with thriving urban biodiversity
Kristin
,
Goodwood
To protect biodiversity, connect people to nature, make the city a more pleasant place to live, work and play and bring the wellbeing benefits from green spaces to everyone.
Joan
,
Clarence Park
Adelaide needs to change back to Tarndarnyangga thenhonour the Kaurna people by healing the land and our future generations.
Barry
,
Gilberton
Because it's the best city in the world to live in, surrounded by parkland. 🥰
Frances
,
Gawler East

Wonderful clean city with numerous parks most within easy access of the Adelaide residents, creating fresh air, room for sporting activities, social events and habitat for wide range of native flora and fauna. So many parks in and around Adelaide cool our city and ease  traffic congestion by offering safe and easy bicycle and scooter paths and making life in this city so desirable.

Leanne
,
Adelaide
I think it is a wonderful plan for Adelaide to be actively promoted as a place where nature is part of everyone's lives. I look forward to greater Adelaide being a greener, healthier and wilder city, and a place where people take action to be better connected with the environment.
Ellen
,
Sellicks Beach

Wonderful lifestyle and climate proofing our city for our children and grandchildren.

Terry
,
port adelaide

It's not for me but those that follow me!!!

Jenny
,
Seaton
We are losing too many trees to urban infill!
Kelly
,
Adelaide
The only way to have a future is to make it a green and sustainable future.
Michael
,
Eden Hills
It’s absolutely critical for the environment! It’s time to stop talking and start doing and politicians better get out of the way!
Lee
,
Rosewater
Adelaide is the home of many environmentally conscious people. We can do this successfully.
Andrew
,
St Peters
Important for future health and well-being of humans and animals
Claudia
,
Wayville

More trees mean more oxygen.

Susan
,
Joslin
Adelaide Parklands are a unique treasure and the contribution they make to climate change and ensuring a friendly environment for all is key to a civil and supportive society. Susan
Bebe
,
Park Holme

To benefit the urban ecosystem.
To create habitat for wildlife including insects, invertebrates and soil biota.
To improve our waterways, soils, air quality and marine habitat.
To help local ecosystems be more resilient to change.
To improve the quality of life of our residents.
To create a mindset where the natural environment take precedence over high density developments with the loss of open spaces and private gardens.

Geoff
,
Port Adelaide

For the long term health and wellbeing of all inhabitants of Adelaide.

Peter
,
Belair
We have a basis of claim such as few other cities can hope for. Our parklands are central to our identity. Let's build on this inheritance.
flowe
,
perth
i dont like cats
Tatiana
,
Ascot Park
Adelaide should be a national park city because of its incredible parklands and greenery. It will provide us with the opportunity to be more connected to nature and care for its flora and fauna. Adelaide should be a National Park city so that we can foster stronger partnerships with First Nation people and imitate their connection and respect for the land.
Michael
,
Bellevue Heights
I regularly visit the Belair National Park a great SA resource. More such areas just have to be the way to go. I would like access through the parks to be more multi path so the bikes and walkers can enjoy similar tracks in separate lanes making it a safer environment.
Jay
,
Dawesley
It would improve the city enormously and Adelaide has the potential to be a world leader as a city incorporating nature
Chris
,
Lower Mitcham
The environment is our future. We need it to be protected for future generations to enjoy. Us humans are only visitors on planet Earth and we have almost damaged it beyond repair. The smaller our Adelaide footprint is the better.
Chris
,
Craigburn Farm
Our future depends on initiatives like this
Chris
,
Kingston park
We've taken too much. Environmental health requires biodiversity and greening.
Emily
,
Adelaide hills
To protect our environment for generations to come
Peta
,
Onkaparinga Hills
Mental health benefits of green space, natural cooling,carbon capture, water holding capacity of soil, boosting bird numbers in built environments.
Kathy
,
Aldinga Beach
Further greening of Adelaide will increase beauty, improve air quality and help to cool the city as the climate warms.
Merry
,
Prospect
Because it is great for the environment and all that live or visit here
Alan
,
Payneham South
To cool the city for the future and promote biodiversity awareness
Lalli
,
Maylands
Our open green spaces are one of the things that make us one of the world's most liveable cities.
Thomas
,
Colonel Light Gardens
It’s a nicer place to live in a greener community. Provides social economic and environmental benefits for everyone
Ellie
,
Glenelg North
Because it's gorgeous
Tony
,
Trott Park
Urban sprawl is a blight. What natural environs still remain MUST be preserved. Councils and others need to stop removing old trees for more bitumen and cement. GROW the return of an old Adelaide. Plant the future.
Sara
,
Collinswood
Connection to nature is very important for a number of reasons including mental health and physical health, as well as fostering a pathway for people to care more about the health of the environment and help change things to improve the environment for the future of the planet
Michelle
,
Eden Hills
Adelaide is a glorious city - not too big, not too small, just right! The Botantic Gardens and green spaces around the city are beautiful and enrich your sole. I’m 100% behind our bid to become a National Park City and encourage everyone to sign up.
Daniella
,
Cumberland Park
Interactive native spaces, urban food spaces, urban farms or community gardens
Leanne
,
Kilburn
To be officially recognised as a National Park City will hopefully encourage more people to recognise the benefits of a sustainable, accessible environment.
Peter
,
Kensington Park
We need to show that we care for the environment and that there is an alternative to excessive use of coal, oil and gas.
Tash
,
Hackney
For the physical, emotional and spiritual wellbeing for all those who choose to make Adelaide their home. It's a basic human right to feel safe and secure, and creating more natural spaces is a way to connect humans with their surroundings. Everyone deserves access to nature!
Georgina
,
Woodville
So that we can share our space with the plants and wildlife that belong here, and make our own lives more sustainable.
Catherine
,
Hahndorf
It's a fantastic opportunity to showcase the natural environment Adelaide already has, but also to develop it further for the future.
Mary
,
Skye

With temperatures in Adelaide expected to climb up to 50 degrees in the summer,  laws to protect Adelaide's existing carbon sink (specifically the Adelaide Hills ecosystem) is necessary.  Draconian laws giving mining companies license to fell our great gums (our lungs), carve up our hills (our rain maker) and use our precious water for free (our evaporative cooler) do not match this goal of becoming a National Park City.
#backoff #residentsagainstwhiterockquarry #adelaide #adelaidehills #southaustralia

Nadia
,
Myrtle Bank
Adelaide is already a place with green spaces and it should remain so and develop more. Connecting with nature maintains our mental health.
Ruby
,
Brompton
Because I believe a greener city will promote an active lifestyle for many especially those who live in the city as they are not close to the beach broadwalk, etc.
Paul
,
Hahndorf

Adelaide is surrounded by wild and natural beauty. Original city design preserved a parklands surround. Our connection to nature as we organise our society going forward is so important for the health and wellbeing of all resident citizens and visitors alike. It’s natural.

Lynette
,
Adelaide
I want a city that combines a natural landscape which encourages our diverse birds and animals to be part of our environment. Green and cool with nature. Not stark hot cement.
Helen
,
Grange

This concept fits well with making Adelaide greener and cooler. To have these ideas at the forefront of planning could only be a benefit for our community.  I love living in Adelaide.

April
,
Fullarton

Adelaide has long been a city of parks & open spaces. If living in a pandemic & climate change has taught us anything, it should be teaching us how valuable our green & open spaces are - to us, our mental & physical well-being, to the habitats of other animals, plant life, life balance, connection to country & the environment. Kaurna land is such a great place to ‘lead the way’.

Sue
,
West croydon
Mitigate climate change effects, beautify and make it a more liveable city.
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