After spending most of their lives in Salisbury Heights, Shirley and Ross were ready for a change. When they discovered Newenham in Mount Barker, they knew they had found the perfect place to downsize and embrace a new chapter. Shirley and Ross have been married for 61 years, a lifetime filled with love, family, and […]
What a wonderful day it was opening “Schaefer Crossing”, the groundbreaking pedestrian bridge installed at Newenham. This bridge contains 70%, or nearly 500kg, of recycled soft plastics, which is enough to fill 29 standard 240L kerbside recycling bins. Developed and manufactured by Wingfield composite manufacturer Sustainable Infrastructure Systems (SIS), this bridge is the first project […]
At Newenham, we believe that a home is more than just a structure; it’s a personal sanctuary where memories are created, and legacies are built. When designing Newenham, our focus was not just on developing a new neighbourhood but on creating an authentic sense of place – a place where every resident feels truly at […]
The ongoing debate between buying land and building your dream home or purchasing an established house is an important consideration for every homeowner, especially those on the brink of making a purchase. As you embark on the home-buying journey, the first major decision you’ll encounter is whether to buy land in your preferred location and […]
School holidays are an exciting time for kids as they have a break from their studies and get to enjoy some free time. However, it can be challenging to keep them entertained for an extended period. Here are some ideas on how to keep kids entertained these school holidays: PLAN AHEAD The best way […]
The old Newenham homestead was home to an abandoned telephone box that had been sitting unused for years. But thanks to the efforts of the community, it has now been transformed into a thriving Newenham Street Library. This labour of love all started when a group of residents asked if they could set up a […]
Kitchen Farm is set to become a thriving and productive farm for the Adelaide Hills masterplan community to share wholesome and naturally grown paddock-to-plate experiences including farming education, community tours, programs and workshops and paddock-to-plate dining at Kitchen Farm Pantry. Kitchen Farm makes productive use of 8 hectares of former agricultural land located in an […]
Award-winning engineers Wallbridge Gilbert Aztec (WGA) have constructed a drainage system to prioritise environmental conservation at Newenham. The environmental sponges represent a strong focus on environmental design through ecosystem services, stormwater treatment, minimising impacts to the natural environment, and showcasing how Newenham can create a more sustainable, green, and liveable urban development. WGA was engaged […]
We are excited to announce that construction has begun on the new Kings’ Baptist Grammar School at Newenham with the ‘turning of the soil’ on Wednesday, 28 April 2021 signifying the next step in the school’s development. As part of the Newenham Masterplan, Kings Baptist Grammar School secured five hectares of land on Bollen Road in […]
We’re pleased to announce that Newenham residents can now enjoy the convenience of having a local store right at their doorstep! X Convenience at Newenham has recently rebranded as bp X Convenience, continuing to offer all the essentials with the same great service. Located at the entrance of Newenham, on the corner of Flaxley Road […]
Watch this video for a wrap up of 2020 and what’s to come in 2021 with a stunning bird’s eye view of our master-planned community, winner of the Best Residential Development at the UDIA SA 2020 Awards for Excellence. The UDIA Awards for Excellence are regarded as one of South Australia’s most respected and highly […]
We are proud to announce that Newenham have donated $25,000 to the Heysen CFS Group to support local Adelaide Hills firefighting crews after the devastating fires earlier in the year. The Heysen CFS Group is a collective of eight Adelaide Hills brigades with the central brigade based in Mount Barker and consists of 307 volunteer […]
After 20 years living in Upper Sturt, Stefan and Lyndel wanted their next home to be special. Once they started looking around the Adelaide Hills, they found Newenham in Mount Barker had everything they wanted. Armed with a shopping list of wants for their new home, the couple looked toward the Adelaide Hills to build […]
From Southern California to Alaska, Idaho, Mississippi, Kansas and Canberra, it was the Adelaide Hills that Anne Marie fell in love with and ultimately Newenham where she has chosen to settle. Anne Marie grew up in Southern California and, while working for a phone company, got her degree in Psychology and a Masters Degree in […]
We are thrilled to announce Newenham has won two awards at this year’s UDIA SA Awards for Excellence. The winning categories include Best Residential Development and Marketing Excellence, which both recognise the innovative efforts that have gone into creating a flourishing community that meets and upholds the demands of both residents and the wider […]
Whether you run a small business from the comfort of your home or have had to quickly embrace the new work from home culture we have compiled some top tips to help you plan for or set up a peaceful, productive and streamlined home office. Whether you are lucky to have designated space or a […]
Newenham is pleased to announce the release of every available block in The Homestead Release, including the highly sought-after exclusive Creekside allotments. Nestled alongside the historic Newenham homestead, in a beautiful location close to the creek, with nature on the doorstep, Sales and Marketing Director, Olivia Burke, says the Homestead Release is something special. “Newenham […]
Technology has so many fantastic benefits such as being able to connect with loved ones, play games, watch our favourite movies or shows or find the answer to anything at the click of a button. In the age of technology, it’s important for both adults and children to find comfort in activities that don’t always […]
Renting in Adelaide’s Northern Eastern suburbs in a street of tightly packed townhouses, Scott and Emma realised Newenham Adelaide Hills was the perfect place for their active young family to grow and thrive. When the simple pleasure of riding their bikes around the block was becoming too dangerous for seven-year-old Harry and five-year-old Rosie (accompanied […]
After living in the hot environs of India, the Middle East and the tropical humidity of Asia, Aromel and Priya decided that a move to Newenham in Mount Barker was just the cool change their family needed. With two children approaching adulthood, Aromel and Priya wanted to find a place they could settle for the […]