Returning to Tasmania in 1972, Peardon played six seasons for City South, including premierships in 1972 and 1974. During this period he won two club best and fairest awards as well as the Northern Tasmanian Football Association best and fairest in 1973.
Peardon's return to Tasmania in 1972 led to six successful seasons with City South, which included championships in 1972 and 1974. He also received two club MVP awards and was recognized as the top player by the Northern Tasmanian Football Association in 1973.