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Residents invited to help shape the future of housing in South Norfolk

South Norfolk Council is asking residents, businesses, community groups and local stakeholders to have their say on its new Housing Strategy, which sets out a vision for meeting housing needs and creating strong, sustainable communities across the district.

Published: 15 October 2026

Construction of new leisure centre set to start

Exciting plans for a brand-new community and leisure centre in Diss have taken a major step forward with the project receiving full planning consent, meaning that construction work can now begin.

Published: 15 October 2026

Reedham and Freethorpe become Mindful Villages

Reedham and Freethorpe are the latest Broadland communities to be recognised as Mindful Villages, demonstrating their commitment to supporting positive mental health and wellbeing.

Published: 14 October 2026

New drop-in sessions bring support closer to communities

Residents in Hellesdon are being encouraged to take advantage of new Local Area Coordinator drop-in sessions, offering free advice, support and guidance in a welcoming community setting.

Published: 14 October 2026

380 tonnes of food waste recycled in South Norfolk

Residents in South Norfolk have recycled almost 380 tonnes of food waste in the first nine weeks of South Norfolk Council’s new weekly collection service.

Published: 14 October 2026

Council proudly supports National Cadets Week and the armed forces community

South Norfolk Council is proud to support the Armed Forces community and has helped celebrate the first National Cadets Week, that took place from 5 to 11 October 2026

Published: 13 October 2026

Wymondham residents urged to donate to support RSPCA

South Norfolk Council is teaming up with the RSPCA to host a joint donation and recycling event at Kett's Park Community Centre on Monday 12 October, from 10am to 2pm, just ahead of International E-Waste Day on 14 October.

Published: 13 October 2026

Lingwood set for recycling boost

Broadland residents are being encouraged to recycle their unwanted electrical items at a special community recycling event at Lingwood Village Hall on Monday 19 October from 10am to 2pm.

Published: 12 October 2026

Council invests £1 million in community projects

Communities are set to benefit from more than £937,000 in grant funding after the South Norfolk Council approved support for over 60 projects on Friday 2 October. The Council’s Grants & Awards Panel allocated £426,298.50 from the Community Action Fund and £511,035.51 from the Community Facilities Grant, to improve local facilities, boost recreational opportunities and enhance residents’ quality of life.

Published: 7 October 2026

Grants available to help communities support residents this winter

Community groups across Broadland and South Norfolk are being invited to apply for funding to help support vulnerable residents during the winter months.

Published: 6 October 2026