The Power BI “Data Bridge”: Automating SAcommunity Council Reporting

 One of the most rewarding projects I’ve worked on at SAcommunity has been building a Python‑based automation pipeline for our council reporting. What began as an attempt to reduce repetitive manual work has grown into a reliable, end‑to‑end process that anyone on the team can run.

 

Call for Volunteer Bus Drivers and Helpers at Prospect Council

Image provided by Alison, City of Prospect

Call for Volunteer Bus Drivers and Helpers

Prospect Council is looking for volunteer Bus Drivers and Helpers to assist in delivering a popular and well-utilised bus service for City of Prospect and Walkerville residents.

The volunteers assist with weekday trips between 8.00am and 4.00pm, taking passengers to local shopping centres and on social outings. It’s a great way to help older community members stay active, connected, and independent.

March Community Events 2026

Image: Fisherman Bay Rd, Port Broughton SA 5522, from Volunteer Glanice Song Ling Tan. Content from Volunteer Dylan Reed and Volunteer Glanice Song Ling Tan.
 
1 March 2026
What: Discover Play Pathway
Where: Amy Gillett Bikeway, Adelaide Hills SA

Adelaide University Internship Experience - Erin Donaldson

Welcome Erin!

Erin Donaldson joined our Media and Communications Team as part of her internship course, Media and Communications Professional Experience at the Adelaide University for Semester 1, 2026 on 24 February - 26 April 2026.

She is completing a 80-hour internship onsite at the Connecting Up Office, Infoxchange, working 7.5 hours per week over 11 weeks. A link to her portfolio of media articles for SAcommunity team can be found here.

Adelaide University Internship Experience - Grace Baek

Welcome Grace!

Grace Baek has joined our Data Analytics Team for her Adelaide University ICT (Information and Communication Technology) Internship as part of her Bachelor of Computer Science, Semester 1, 2026, from 24 February 2026 to 26 April 2026. 

She is completing a 150-hour onsite internship with SAcommunity at the Connecting Up Office, Infoxchange, working 2 days per week over 10 weeks.

Total Hours: 65.5 | Joined: 24 February 2026 | Last Check-in: 25th March 2026 

Chilli Fest Willunga 21-22 February 2026

What: Chilli Fest Willunga
Where: Willunga Recreation Park, 5 Main Road, Willunga SA 5172
When: Saturday 21 February 2026 - Sunday 22 February 2026, 10am - 4pm
Tickets: For tickets visit https://usefull.com.au/event/chilli-fest-willunga. Adults $10, children under 16 free.

February Community Events 2026

Image: Horseshoe Bay, Port Elliot SA 5212
 
6, 13, 20, 27 February 2026
What: City of Prospect Twilight Sessions
Where: Prospect Memorial Gardens, Willcox Avenue, Prospect SA 5082
When: Every Friday in February (6, 13, 20, 27 February 2026), from 5:30pm - 9pm
Bookings: Not required, entry is free however there is a limited capacity.

My Volunteer Experience Jonny Willumsen

Welcome Jon!

Jon joined our Customer Service Team on 7 January 2026.

After joining us onsite at the Connecting Up Office, Infoxchange for his initial induction, he is completing his hours remotely contributing 15 hours per week to the service. 

Total Hours: 108 | This Year: 108 | Joined: 7 January 2026 | Last check-in: 5 March 2026

This page reflects the author’s personal experience as a volunteer.

January Community Events 2026

Littlehampton SA 5250, courtesy of McIntyre
 
10 January 2026 - 7 February 2026
What: Summer Festival 2026
Where: Various locations. Visit https://www.westtorrens.sa.gov.au/Community/Summer-Festival-2026 for the events.
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