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New pilot helps residents take control of type 2 diabetes

A pioneering new health programme is launching this autumn to help adults living with type 2 diabetes or prediabetes, funded by the South Norfolk Health and Wellbeing Partnership, which is led by South Norfolk Council.

Published: 11 August 2026

Energy scheme returns to help residents cut energy cost

Broadland District and South Norfolk Council have launched a new round of a solar panel and battery storage scheme to help homeowners explore how they could generate and store their own renewable electricity, reduce reliance on grid electricity and take greater control of their household energy use.

Published: 6 August 2026

Man holding a Switch Together sign outside a bungalow with solar panels

Community groups urged to apply for share of £1 million before deadline

South Norfolk Council's Community Action Fund and Facilities Fund are offering a combined total of £1 million to help local organisations deliver projects that bring people together, improve community spaces and enhance the lives of residents.

Published: 5 August 2026

Brian Howes and Clive Leggett from Pulham Men’s Shed with children at Pulham CofE Primary Academy

Residents invited to get active at Aylsham outdoor gym this August

Broadland District Council are encouraging residents to make the most of the outdoor gym at Aylsham Recreation Ground this August, with a programme of free support sessions designed to help people improve their health, wellbeing and confidence using the equipment.

Published: 5 August 2026

Cllr Natasha Harpley at Old Catton outdoor gym

£228k investment transforms South Norfolk play areas

Families across South Norfolk are already enjoying upgraded play areas as a major programme of improvements to Council-owned sites moves towards completion.

Published: 4 August 2026

Cllr Kim Carsok at Whispering Oaks play area Wymondham

Community nets new basketball hoops

Young people in South Wymondham are enjoying a new community basketball facility made possible through a successful partnership between local residents, South Norfolk Council, businesses and community organisations.

Published: 3 August 2026

Basketball court in Wymondham with Sue Gilmour, Cllr Carmina McConnell and representatives from Saffron Housing

New initiative showcases the best of South Norfolk and Broadland

Residents and visitors are being invited to discover the best of South Norfolk and Broadland with the launch of Let's Go! on 24 July.

Published: 28 July 2026

£64,000 to support community projects across Broadland

Community facilities, environmental improvements and local wellbeing initiatives across Broadland are set to benefit from more than £64,000 in grant funding following the latest round of the Broadland District Council’s Community Grant Scheme.

Published: 22 July 2026

Thousands of food waste caddies delivered ahead of new weekly collections

Around 28,000 food waste caddies are currently being delivered to households across South Norfolk, marking a major milestone ahead of the launch of the district's new weekly food waste collection service.