Council News

It’s time again to declutter and save

The Barossa Council is again offering a kerbside collection service or waste voucher to eligible residents, with the return of its popular “Declutter and Save”initiative this Autumn. Mayor Bim Lange encourages people to get rid of their rubbish...

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The Leader

19 Mar 2025

Council News

Mayor Bill applauded in State Parliament

Light Regional Council Mayor Bill O’Brien’s legacy has been applauded in State Parliament after announcing his retirement following more than 14 years of dedicated service. Mayor O’Brien is set to step down on the 18th of this month, with Deputy...

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The Leader

12 Mar 2025

Council News

Barossa Park handed back to Council for now

The Barossa Park site has been officially handed over to The Barossa Council from the managing contractor, marking the completion of major building works on the site prior to the scheduled Gather Round on April 12 to13. Speaking to The Leader, The...

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The Leader

12 Mar 2025

Council News

Mayor Bill resigns

After 14 years of dedicated service, Bill O’Brien will step down as Mayor of Light Regional Council, as of March 18. Since making the announcement last Wednesday, Mayor Bill has been flooded with well-wishes – take a walk along the main street...

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Mel Jaunay

12 Mar 2025

Council News

Gawler’s Community Grants Program opens for 2024-25

The Town of Gawler has announced that applications for the 2024-25 Community Grants Program are now open. Eligible groups, organisations and individuals are encouraged to apply for assistance with the implementation of community-focused...

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The Leader

19 Feb 2025

Council News

Barossa Council Meeting Agenda February 18

The following are agenda items scheduled to be covered by The Barossa Council meeting last night. Notice of Motion, naming of road or public place – Cr Preece. There was a notice of motion recommendation that a street/road or open space/garden be...

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The Leader

19 Feb 2025

Council News

Grant funding program open

Light Regional Council (LRC) has opened Round Two of its 2024-25 Grant Funding Program. According to Council, applications are invited from organisations, clubs and groups across three categories: Community Development Grants Program; Event...

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The Leader

12 Feb 2025

Council News

Mid Murray to receive $1.5m for tourism hub

Mid Murray Council has been successful in receiving a $1.5 million Federal Government grant through its regional Precincts and Partnership program. The grant will go towards Mid Murray region’s plans to build a vibrant tourism hub. The project will...

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The Leader

12 Feb 2025

Council News

Light Regional Council wrap up, January 28

DeputationsTesseract Energy Pty Ltd and Tesseractess Pty Ltd were due to give a deputation, but it was withdrawn by the deputation representative for this meeting. The Light Regional Council Governance Advisory Panel (GAP) Chariperson, Mr Ted Byrt...

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The Leader

05 Feb 2025

Council News

GSM roundabout on track

Nearing the final stages of the project, construction of the roundabout at the intersection of Greenock Road with Samuel and Moppa Roads, Nuriootpa is on track for completion by the end of the year, Light Regional Council has reported. While the...

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Mel Jaunay

13 Nov 2024

Council News

Pride flag to fly in Mid Murray

Mid Murray Council is using its flagpoles at key reserves as a platform to celebrate and recognise diverse causes and occasions that matter to the community. As part of this commitment, Council welcomes community suggestions for events and dates...

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The Leader

06 Nov 2024

Council News

New Deputy Mayor for Light

Light Regional Council has announced the appointment of Councillor Michael Phillips-Ryder as the new Deputy Mayor. Councillor Phillips-Ryder will work closely with Mayor Bill O’Brien and the Elected Members to support key initiatives and continue...

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The Leader

30 Oct 2024

Council News

Light Regional Council agenda, October 22

Light Regional Council will hold its October meeting next week. Deputations Barossa Vintage Festival representatives, Rebecca Reynolds and Maz MacGann have been invited to make a 10 minute deputation to Council in regards to the 2025 Barossa Vintage...

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The Leader

16 Oct 2024