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Welcome to our 'Your Council Update' newsletter. Keeping you informed about the Council’s key activities and initiatives that may matter to you.
September '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.
Celebrate Seniors Week Program out now
The 2025 Seniors Week festivities events will be held across Wattle Range from the 1 to 8 of October. Culminating in the announcement of the 2025 Senior of the Year Award.
Other Seniors Week highlights include grandparents’ day in Penola, an open day at the Millicent Museum, the ever-popular Lake McIntyre Walk and various lunches around the district. From the Tant Tiger to the Lion's Den in Millicent.
It's time to talk 'rezoning' in Wattle Range
Wattle Range Council is calling on all residents to take part in a vital conversation about the future of land use in our community, with the General Wattle Range Code Amendment now open for public consultation until 26 October 2025.
Often referred to as "rezoning", a Code Amendment guides how land can be used and developed or divided. These changes can directly influence what can be built where, from residential homes to local businesses. As part of the consultation, Council is hosting a series of drop-in sessions and presentations across the Council area at Glencoe, Penola, Beachport, Millicent and online throughout September.
Wattle Range Photographic Competition - entries closing soon
Have you captured an image that portrays the essence of our vibrant region? Entries are now open for the 2025 Wattle Range Council Photographic Competition. With an emphasis on capturing Wattle Range through People, Places, Product and Performance.
There are some great prizes offered in a number of categories along with an overall winner and a Mayors Choice award.
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 in the exhibition which is a great opportunity to showcase local artistic talent.
Prizes are awarded across a diverse range of categories, including the prestigious overall Wattle Range Art Prize, 3D art, textiles, mixed media, printmaking and drawing. Additional Special categories for the exhibition include the Mayoral, Youth and First- Time Entrant awards.
Advance Notice [extended] Southern Ports Highway road closure with detour in place
From early October (following the long weekend), Southern Ports Highway will be closed for Stage 2 of the road reconstruction. During Stage 2, which has been slightly delayed due to inclement weather, the road between the Southend turn-off and Burks Island
Rd will be closed to the public, with a detour in place.
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.
Conditions apply such as the type of green waste and branch diameter restrictions. Please visit Waste Initiatives on Council's website or click on the link below for more information and conditions.
Community Mulch Days
Council is offering FREE mulch for Wattle Range Council residents and community groups from 10 am to 2 pm on:
- Millicent Saleyards on Sunday, 21 September
- Millicent Saleyards on Sunday, 19 October
- Penola Resource Recovery Centre on Sunday, 26 October
Visit www.wattlerange.sa.gov.au/wasteinitiatives for more information and a link to the disclaimer which must be signed prior to collection.
'Full Throttle in Wattle' Spring School Holidays Program out now
Council has launched the Spring 2025 School Holiday Program from 27 September to the 12 October.
Packed with a fantastic lineup of free activities for school-aged kids across the region from outdoor adventures to creative workshops, there’s something for everyone to enjoy these holidays.
Some events require registration, check out the full program and get involved.
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.
The Art Gallery is proud to be part of SALA (South Australian Living Artists Festival) with two captivating exhibitions, The Thumbprint Collective - Limestone Coast and Angela Bevan's Many Variations of Childhood.
Dog's Breakfast in Penola
Council is hosting the Wattle Range Dog's Breakfast in Penola at the War Memorial Park on Sunday 12 October from 10 am to 1pm.
Following a debut event in Millicent in 2024, the dog's breakfast is all about celebrating pets, promoting responsible ownership, and bringing our community together
The event is supported by the Dog and Cat Management Board and the Naracoorte, Penola and Casterton Veterinary Centres, this event is all about celebrating pets, promoting responsible ownership, and bringing our community together.
FREE Tourist Waste Skip Bins in Beachport and Southend
Council is again offering free waste disposal bins for use by tourists from Friday the 26 September until Monday 13 October.
Visitors are encouraged to dispose of small bags of general waste in these bins, to keep our seaside towns tidy during peak periods. Available until the end of the school holidays, the skip bins will be near the Pool of Siloam in Beachport, and on Leake Street near the entrance to the bush camp at Southend.
