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Welcome to our 'Your Council Update' monthly newsletter. Keeping you informed about the Council’s key activities and initiatives that may matter to you.
October 'Council Meeting in Summary'
Your 'Council Meeting in Summary' is aimed at keeping residents informed of Council’s key projects and strategic decisions made at the recent meeting that may affect our local communities. The update includes a summary of community deputations or petitions, key projects and key decisions that were made.
What's on in Wattle Range
What’s On in Wattle Range is a monthly update that highlights and celebrates over 400 diverse community events held each year across 13 townships and the surrounding areas in Wattle Range.
These events play a vital role in strengthening community connections, supporting local organisations, and enhancing the cultural and social fabric of the region. You can sign up to receive the update direct to your inbox.
Projects open for community consultation
Council is currently seeking community feedback on the following projects.
• Proposed ground lease for Rendelsham Cricket Club
• Proposed General Wattle Range Code Amendment - Closing Soon
• Draft Disability Access and Inclusion Plan 2025- 2029
• Draft Community Land Management Plans
For more details, including how to ‘have your say’ visit
www.engage.wattlerange.sa.gov.au
Get involved in Re-A-Range in 2026
Planning is already underway for the 2026 Re-A-Range Sustainability Festival, including the much-loved Millicent MET Gala - and we’d love for you to be part of it!
Council is seeking community members to get involved in the group, whether as a presenter, participant, stallholder, or working group volunteer.
Draft Wattle Range Council Disability Access and Inclusion Plan open for consultation
Council has developed a draft new Disability Access and Inclusion Plan and we want to hear the communities’ thoughts on it.
This will guide Council over the next four years to help improve the accessibility of our services and facilities for people with disability in the Wattle Range Council area.
FREE Green Waste Disposal in Oct and Nov
To assist residents cleaning up their properties ahead of fire danger season, Council is offering free green waste disposal from 1 October to 30 November. During the period, residents will not require a waste voucher to dispose of approved loads of green waste only loads at the Millicent, Penola or Beachport Waste Transfer facilities.
Nominations open for the 2026 Citizen of the Year Awards
Council calling on the community to help shine a spotlight on our local heroes. The awards recognise the outstanding contributions of individuals and groups who go above and beyond to make Wattle Range a better place to live.
The awards include categories for Citizen of the Year, Young Citizen of the Year, Community Event of the Year, Active Citizenship and the Youth Recognition Awards of 5 categories.
Ageing Well Expo in Millicent
The 2025 Ageing Well Expo is coming to Millicent!
Join us on Tuesday, November 12 from 10am to 4pm at the Millicent Civic & Arts Centre for a free, inclusive event celebrating healthy, active ageing.
• Inspiring keynote speakers
• 20+ stallholders with local services & info
• Interactive games & activities
• Food & coffee available on site
Penola Community Mulch Day
Council is offering FREE mulch for Wattle Range Council residents and community groups from 10 am to 2 pm at the Penola Resource Recovery Centre on Sunday, 26 October.
A disclaimer must be signed prior to collection and can be found on Council's website.
Expression of Interest | Lease of Southend Community Land
Council invites Expressions of Interest for a ground lease
of the portion of land formerly known as the “Rivoli Bay
Sailing Club” located at Southend.
Nangwarry and Penola Pools opening soon
Council’s pools at both Penola and Nangwarry are scheduled to open to the public from Saturday, 1 November (pending weather). The public opening times are:
• Weekdays (Monday to Friday) 3 pm to 6 pm
• Public and school holidays and weekends 1 pm to 6 pm
The Millicent Swimming Lake is now scheduled to open mid-November due to weather conditions delaying preparations.
Clean up now for fire danger season
Council will soon be inspecting properties for inflammable undergrowth ensuring compliance with the Fire & Emergency Services Act. Properties with long grass will receive a notice requiring them to tidy up.
For more information or to report a property with long grass, contact Council on 8733 0900.
What's on at the Millicent Library & Art Gallery
The Millicent Library and Gallery is brimming with programs for families, offering a fun and engaging way to connect with your child, meet other families, and explore the joy of learning through play.
On Tuesday, 28 October at 11am author Moira Neagle will share the stories behind Hell on Earth, her powerful account of the Ash Wednesday bushfires.
Wattle Range Art Exhibition open for entries
The 2025 Wattle Range Art Exhibition is now open for entries, celebrating Wattle Range's creativity and talent. The community are encouraged to enter works and prizes are awarded across a diverse range of categories, including the Wattle Range Art Prize.
Temporary Road Closures
Coonawarra Running Festival
To facilitate the 2025 Coonawarra Running Festival a number of roads throughout Coonawarra will be temporarily closed from 7am to 5pm on Saturday, 8 November 2025. Visit Council’s website for a full list of closed roads.
Southern Ports Highway Roadworks
The Southern Ports Highway between the Southend turn-off and Robe turn-off is closed for roadworks with a detour in place via Hatherleigh.
