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# District Council of Yankalilla – Ordinary Council Meeting Summary **19 May 2026**
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## Meeting Overview
The District Council of Yankalilla held its Ordinary Council Meeting on 19 May 2026, covering a broad range of community, financial, and administrative matters. The agenda included updates on land management, council finances, regional waste authority governance, policy reviews, and strategic planning progress. Council also considered a motion from a councillor regarding potential cooperation with neighbouring councils to reduce administration costs.
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## Key Decisions and Community Impact
Several significant decisions were made that may affect residents. Council agreed to seek legal advice on whether the **Robert Norman burial site** could be transferred into Council's ownership or care, with a further report to follow once legal options are known. A notable land decision was also made regarding a reserve at **2 Hobart Road, corner of Williss Drive, Normanville**, where Council voted to move forward with revoking the property's "Community Land" classification and will now seek the State Minister for Local Government's approval. If the Minister agrees, Council will make a final decision on the land's future use. Additionally, Council approved a **wall height encumbrance waiver** for a property at 23 Parrumba Drive, Normanville, allowing external walls to exceed the standard three-metre limit. On the financial side, Council adopted the **third Budget Review** for the current financial year and agreed to extend an existing loan with the Local Government Finance Authority (LGFA) for a further 12 months. Council also updated its **Caretaker Policy** and **Road and Public Place Naming Policy**, and will invite the Yankalilla and District Historical Society to assist with future road and place naming decisions.
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## Debated Topics and Close Votes
Two items prompted formal recorded votes, both passing **7 votes to 1**. The first was the decision to proceed with revoking the Community Land classification at **2 Hobart Road, Normanville**. This follows a public consultation process held between February and March 2026, during which community submissions were received and considered. The second divided vote related to Council's assessment of the **Fleurieu Regional Waste Authority (FRWA)**, where the majority expressed satisfaction with how risks are being managed within that organisation. The single vote against in both cases signals that not all councillors were in full agreement, though the motions passed comfortably.
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## Next Steps
Several matters will require follow-up in coming months. Council will await **legal advice on the Robert Norman burial site** before deciding whether to pursue ownership. The **2 Hobart Road land reclassification** now moves to the State Minister, and Council will receive another report once a decision is returned. On a regional level, Council has asked its administration — subject to agreement from the **City of Victor Harbor** and **Alexandrina Council** — to explore the scope of an independent report into whether combining back-office functions (such as IT, HR, payroll, fleet, and procurement) across the three councils could deliver cost savings. If those neighbouring councils agree, the Mayor and CEO will convene a joint meeting to progress the idea. Council also noted April's monthly finance and community activity reports, and endorsed its voting positions ahead of the upcoming **Local Government Association SA General Meeting**.
That the Mayor's Report be included in the minutes of the meeting.
Topic: Mayor's Report
1. That Council receives the Ownership, status and management of Robert Norman burial site report. 2. That Council Administration are encouraged to engage a law firm to undertake research to provide Council with options to consider, with a view to land potentially being transferred to Council’s ownership or care and control. 3. That Council receives a further report upon receipt of the legal advice with a view to potentially obtaining the land under Council’s ownership or care and control should it ultimately wish to do so.
Topic: Ownership, status and management of Robert Norman burial site
1. That Council receives the 2 Hobart Road, corner Williss Drive, Normanville – Consultation Outcomes of Potential Revocation report. 2. That Council, having taken into consideration public submissions received as part of the community consultation process undertaken between 12 February and 25 March 2026, resolves to proceed with the process to revoke the Community Land classification for the whole parcel of land situated at 2 Hobart Road corner of Williss Drive Normanville, described as Allotment 28 in Deposited Plan 6561 comprised in Certificate of Title Volume 5553 Folio 730. 3. That Council approves a submission to be forwarded to the Minister for Local Government seeking approval to revoke the subject Reserve at 2 Hobart Road, corner of Williss Drive Normanville from community land classification. 4. That Council receives a further report following the receipt of the Minister's decision to enable Council to make a final determination on the revocation proposal.
Topic: 2 Hobart Road, corner Williss Drive, Normanville – Consultation Outcomes of Potential Revocation
1. That Council receives the Progress Report - Delivery on Strategic Community Plan VISION 2030 report.
Topic: Progress Report - Delivery on Strategic Community Plan VISION 2030
1. That Council receives the FRWA Risk Management Consideration - Final Report. 2. That Council, following the Fleurieu Regional Waste Authority (FRWA) Risk Management Structured Governance Workshop held 5 May 2026, advise the Audit & Risk Committee that Council is satisfied with the management of risks by the FRWA in its operations.
Topic: FRWA Risk Management Consideration - Final Report
1. That Council receives the Chief Executive Officer Report.
Topic: Chief Executive Officer Report
1. That Council received the Council Committee Minutes report. 2. That Council notes the minutes of the Audit & Risk Committee meeting held 4 May 2026 as provided as Attachment 1 to this report. 3. That Council notes the Audit & Risk Committee Chair Summary Report as provided in Attachment 2 to this report.
Topic: Council Committee Minutes
1. That Council received the Minute Action Report report and notes the updates provided for outstanding Council resolutions as shown in Attachment 1 to this report.
Topic: Minute Action Report
1. That Council receives the Encumbrance Waiver - 23 Parrumba Drive, Normanville report. 2. That Council as administrator of the Encumbrance (7880439) a. Agrees to waive clause 1 (iii) of the Encumbrance to enable external wall heights exceeding three (3) metres at Number 23 Allotment 61 in Deposited Plan 41942 Parrumba Drive, Normanville.
Topic: Encumbrance Waiver - 23 Parrumba Drive, Normanville
1. That Council receives the Audit & Risk Committee - Terms of Reference Review report. 2. That Council notes the recommendation from the Audit & Risk Committee (A2664) to Council to adopt the Audit & Risk Committee Terms of Reference V1.4. 3. That Council adopts the Audit & Risk Committee Terms of Reference V1.4, as presented as Attachment 1 to this report, subject to any further minor administrative amendments.
Topic: Audit & Risk Committee - Terms of Reference Review
1. That Council receives the Asset & Environment Update - May 2026 report. 2. That Council resolves to support the Local Government Association SA statewide campaign in advocating to the State Government to protect South Australia's coastal Jetties.
Topic: Asset & Environment Update - May 2026
1. That Council received the Economy and Community Monthly Update - Activity in April 2026 report.
Topic: Economy and Community Monthly Update - Activity in April 2026
That the minutes of the Ordinary Council Meeting held on 21 April 2026 as circulated to Councillors be confirmed as an accurate record of the proceedings of those meetings.
Topic: Confirmation of Minutes
1. That Council, subject to the support being given by City of Victor Harbor (CVH) and the Alexandrina (AC) Councils, resolves to request administration provide advice to Council Members on the scope of commissioning an independent report to investigate the savings or otherwise to be had if the back office administration of the 3 Councils were to be aggregated to one provider of the service. 2. That Council, subject to consideration of the above, request the Mayor and CEO convene a meeting with CVH and AC to discuss the merits of preparing a scope for such a report to be commissioned that would provide further advice to Council Members of all three Councils as to the merits of such an initiative.
Topic: Aggregation of Administration Functions across the Fleurieu
1. That Council receives the Policy Review Project Update - May 2026 report. 2. That Council notes the endorsement of the Audit & Risk Committee for Caretaker Policy V5.0 (A2662) albeit without the inclusion of Section 8 – Public Meeting of Candidates. 3. That Council adopts the Caretaker Policy V5.0 as presented as Attachment 1 to this report, subject to any further minor administrative amendments. 4. That Council authorises the Mayor, as the Principal Member of Council to sign the statement under Section 8 – Public Meeting of Candidates in the Caretaker Policy as required by Section 91B(4)(b) of the Local Government (Elections) Act 1999. 5. That Council adopts the Road and Public Place Naming Policy V5.0 as presented as Attachment 4 to this report, subject to any further minor administrative amendments. 6. That Council approaches the Yankalilla and District Historical Society to provide ongoing operational support with future road and place name options.
Topic: Policy Review Project Update
1. That Council receives the LGA SA Ordinary General Meeting 2026 - DCY Voting Preferences for Motions report. 2. That Council endorses the voting preferences as presented as Attachment 1 to this report and supports the Mayor as Council's voting delegate to exercise discretion and be guided by information presented and the debate at the meeting.
Topic: LGA SA Ordinary General Meeting 2026 - DCY Voting Preferences for Motions
1. That Council receives the Debt Structure Report. 2. That Council endorses the application to the LGFA to seek the individual extension of CA 100 maturing on 15/07/26 for a 1 year period. A Deed of Variation will be prepared by LGFA for the extension if approved by senior LGFA staff. 3. That Council authorises the Mayor and Chief Executive Officer to sign and affix the Common Seal of Council to the relevant loan documentation.
Topic: Debt Structure Report
1. That Council receives the Budget Review 3 (BR3) report. 2. That Council receives the Audit & Risk Committee's recommendation and resolve to adopt Budget Review 3 revisions as set out in this report, as presented in Attachment 1, as the current Council budget.
Topic: Budget Review 3 (BR3)
1. That the report on the April 2026 Monthly Finance Reports be received.
Topic: Monthly Finance Report
That the minutes of the Ordinary Council Meeting held on 21 April 2026 as circulated to Councillors be confirmed as an accurate record of the proceedings of those meetings.
Topic: Confirmation of Minutes
1. That Council receives the 2 Hobart Road, corner Williss Drive, Normanville – Consultation Outcomes of Potential Revocation report.2. That Council, having taken into consideration public submissions received as part of the community consultation process undertaken between 12 February and 25 March 2026, resolves to proceed with the process to revoke the Community Land classification for the whole parcel of land situated at 2 Hobart Road corner of Williss Drive Normanville, described as Allotment 28 in Deposited Plan 6561 comprised in Certificate of Title Volume 5553 Folio 730.3. That Council approves a submission to be forwarded to the Minister for Local Government seeking approval to revoke the subject Reserve at 2 Hobart Road, corner of Williss Drive Normanville from community land classification.4. That Council receives a further report following the receipt of the Minister's decision to enable Council to make a final determination on the revocation proposal.
Topic: 2 Hobart Road, corner Williss Drive, Normanville – Consultation Outcomes of Potential Revocation
1. That Council receives the Progress Report - Delivery on Strategic Community Plan VISION 2030 report.
Topic: Progress Report - Delivery on Strategic Community Plan VISION 2030
1. That Council receives the FRWA Risk Management Consideration - Final Report.2. That Council, following the Fleurieu Regional Waste Authority (FRWA) Risk Management Structured Governance Workshop held 5 May 2026, advise the Audit & Risk Committee that Council is satisfied with the management of risks by the FRWA in its operations.
Topic: FRWA Risk Management Consideration - Final Report
1. That Council receives the Audit & Risk Committee - Terms of Reference Review report.2. That Council notes the recommendation from the Audit & Risk Committee (A2664) to Council to adopt the Audit & Risk Committee Terms of Reference V1.4.3. That Council adopts the Audit & Risk Committee Terms of Reference V1.4, as presented as Attachment 1 to this report, subject to any further minor administrative amendments.
Topic: Audit & Risk Committee - Terms of Reference Review
1. That Council receives the Budget Review 3 (BR3) report.2. That Council receives the Audit & Risk Committee's recommendation and resolve to adopt Budget Review 3 revisions as set out in this report, as presented in Attachment 1, as the current Council budget.
Topic: Budget Review 3 (BR3)
1. That the report on the April 2026 Monthly Finance Reports be received.
Topic: Monthly Finance Report
1. That Council received the Economy and Community Monthly Update - Activity in April 2026 report.
Topic: Economy and Community Monthly Update - Activity in April 2026
1. That Council received the Council Committee Minutes report.2. That Council notes the minutes of the Audit & Risk Committee meeting held 4 May 2026 as provided as Attachment 1 to this report.3. That Council notes the Audit & Risk Committee Chair Summary Report as provided in Attachment 2 to this report.
Topic: Council Committee Minutes
1. That Council, subject to the support being given by City of Victor Harbor (CVH) and the Alexandrina (AC) Councils, resolves to request administration provide advice to Council Members on the scope of commissioning an independent report to investigate the savings or otherwise to be had if the back office administration of the 3 Councils were to be aggregated to one provider of the service. The administration services that could be included in the report could potentially be (but not limited to) Fleet Services, Procurement, Accounts, HR & IR, Payroll and IT.2. That Council, subject to consideration of the above, request the Mayor and CEO convene a meeting with CVH and AC to discuss the merits of preparing a scope for such a report to be commissioned that would provide further advice to Council Members of all three Councils as to the merits of such an initiative.
Topic: Aggregation of Administration Functions across the Fleurieu
1. That Council receives the LGA SA Ordinary General Meeting 2026 - DCY Voting Preferences for Motions report.2. That Council endorses the voting preferences as presented as Attachment 1 to this report and supports the Mayor as Council's voting delegate to exercise discretion and be guided by information presented and the debate at the meeting.
Topic: LGA SA Ordinary General Meeting 2026 - DCY Voting Preferences for Motions
1. That Council receives the Asset & Environment Update - May 2026 report.2. That Council resolves to support the Local Government Association SA statewide campaign in advocating to the State Government to protect South Australia's coastal Jetties.
Topic: Asset & Environment Update - May 2026
1. That Council receives the Chief Executive Officer Report.
Topic: Chief Executive Officer Report
1. That Council received the Minute Action Report report and notes the updates provided for outstanding Council resolutions as shown in Attachment 1 to this report.
Topic: Minute Action Report
1. That Council receives the Ownership, status and management of Robert Norman burial site report.2. That Council Administration are encouraged to engage a law firm to undertake research to provide Council with options to consider, with a view to land potentially being transferred to Council's ownership or care and control.3. That Council receives a further report upon receipt of the legal advice with a view to potentially obtaining the land under Council's ownership or care and control should it ultimately wish to do so.
Topic: Ownership, status and management of Robert Norman burial site
1. That Council receives the Encumbrance Waiver - 23 Parrumba Drive, Normanville report.2. That Council as administrator of the Encumbrance (7880439)a. Agrees to waive clause 1 (iii) of the Encumbrance to enable external wall heights exceeding three (3) metres at Number 23 Allotment 61 in Deposited Plan 41942 Parrumba Drive, Normanville.
Topic: Encumbrance Waiver - 23 Parrumba Drive, Normanville
1. That Council receives the Debt Structure Report.2. That Council endorses the application to the LGFA to seek the individual extension of CA 100 maturing on 15/07/26 for a 1 year period. A Deed of Variation will be prepared by LGFA for the extension if approved by senior LGFA staff.3. That Council authorises the Mayor and Chief Executive Officer to sign and affix the Common Seal of Council to the relevant loan documentation.
Topic: Debt Structure Report
That the Mayor's Report be included in the minutes of the meeting.
Topic: Mayor's Report
1. That Council receives the Policy Review Project Update - May 2026 report.2. That Council notes the endorsement of the Audit & Risk Committee for Caretaker Policy V5.0 (A2662) albeit without the inclusion of Section 8 – Public Meeting of Candidates.3. That Council adopts the Caretaker Policy V5.0 as presented as Attachment 1 to this report, subject to any further minor administrative amendments.4. That Council authorises the Mayor, as the Principal Member of Council to sign the statement under Section 8 – Public Meeting of Candidates in the Caretaker Policy as required by Section 91B(4)(b) of the Local Government (Elections) Act 1999.5. That Council adopts the Road and Public Place Naming Policy V5.0 as presented as Attachment 4 to this report, subject to any further minor administrative amendments.6. That Council approaches the Yankalilla and District Historical Society to provide ongoing operational support with future road and place name options.
Topic: Policy Review Project Update - May 2026
1. That Council receives the 2 Hobart Road, corner Williss Drive, Normanville – Consultation Outcomes of Potential Revocation report. 2. That Council, having taken into consideration public submissions received as part of the community consultation process undertaken between 12 February and 25 March 2026, resolves to proceed with the process to revoke the Community Land classification for the whole parcel of land situated at 2 Hobart Road corner of Williss Drive Normanville, described as Allotment 28 in Deposited Plan 6561 comprised in Certificate of Title Volume 5553 Folio 730. 3. That Council approves a submission to be forwarded to the Minister for Local Government seeking approval to revoke the subject Reserve at 2 Hobart Road, corner of Williss Drive Normanville from community land classification. 4. That Council receives a further report following the receipt of the Minister's decision to enable Council to make a final determination on the revocation proposal.
1. That Council receives the FRWA Risk Management Consideration - Final Report. 2. That Council, following the Fleurieu Regional Waste Authority (FRWA) Risk Management Structured Governance Workshop held 5 May 2026, advise the Audit & Risk Committee that Council is satisfied with the management of risks by the FRWA in its operations.
Motion related to FRWA Risk Management Consideration - Final Report
Motion related to 2 Hobart Road, corner Williss Drive, Normanville – Consultation Outcomes of Potential Revocation
C2690 Moved: Cr Shane Grocke Seconded: Cr Davina Quirke 1. That Council receives the Ownership, status and management of Robert Norman burial site report. 2. That Council Administration are encouraged to engage a law firm to undertake research to provide Council with options to consider, with a view to land potentially being transferred to Council’s ownership or care and control. 3. That Council receives a further report upon receipt of the legal advice with a view to potentially obtaining the land under Council’s ownership or care and control should it ultimately wish to do so. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
The meeting closed at 5:42 pm Confirmed: As an accurate record on 16 June 2026. Chairperson
6.1 Mayors Report C2688 Moved: Mayor Darryl Houston Seconded: Cr Davina Quirke That the Mayor's Report be included in the minutes of the meeting. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY April 16th Meeting with Jim Mead – Yankalilla Memorial Park – Corella Issue 16th Myponga Coffee Group 21st Pre Council Meeting 21st Ordinary Council Meeting 22nd Meeting at Wirrina Cove Foreshore 24th Meeting with 5CY 25th ANZAC Day Myponga Service - MC 25th ANZAC Day lunch with RSL members - Yankalilla 28th Filming Council Facebook- ABP- Pontoon Thankyou - Jetty Campaign May 2nd Heritage Fleurieu Coast Festival Opening – Second Valley Hall 4th Audit & Risk Committee Meeting 5th Drop in Session Part 1 - Annual Business Plan & Budget Consultation 5th Elected Member Information & Briefing Session 5th Drop in Session Part 2 – Annual Business Plan & Budget Consultation 6th Myponga Walkers – Yankalilla Walk 6th Yankalilla Museum Open Day 7th Myponga Coffee Group 8th RSL - Heritage Society VE Day Display Opening 12th CEO Monthly Meeting 13th SHLGA – Meeting Briefing Heritage Fleurieu Coast Opening – Second Valley The 2026 Heritage Fleurieu Coast Festival was officially opened at the Second Valley Memorial Hall, marking the beginning of a month-long celebration of our district's rich history and community spirit. Now in its fifth edition since its inception in 2018 by the Yankalilla and District Historical Society, the festival continues to go from strength to strength. It has firmly established itself as part of South Australia's History Festival, connecting our local stories to the wider state narrative of heritage and culture. The 2026 festival features around 40 events held across the district throughout May. Each event highlights a different aspect of our heritage from First Nations culture and natural landscapes to built history and community traditions. This year's program again demonstrates the depth and diversity of our region's heritage and the enthusiasm of those who keep it alive. The opening event was held in Second Valley, following the previous festival's opening at Inman Valley. It was a fitting setting surrounded by the legacy of generations past. The highlight of the day was the launch of Old Second Valley and Wirrina by Jane Olsson, the latest publication in a much-valued series documenting the history of our district. The festival is truly community-driven, made possible by the dedication of local volunteers, historians, and organisations who bring these stories to life. It continues to showcase the strong sense of pride and connection that defines our community. The Heritage Fleurieu Coast Festival continues to celebrate the stories of all townships across the district, strengthening our shared identity and appreciation for the past. It stands as a testament to community collaboration and a genuine love of local heritage. It was a privilege to officially open the 2026 Heritage Fleurieu Coast Festival and to witness the pride and passion that this festival inspires in our community. Elected Member Information & Briefing Session We received a valuable presentation from FRWA on how it manages risk, supports good governance and continually improves its systems and processes including: • Overview of FRWA's risk management approach • How risks are monitored and reported • Understanding governance responsibilities • Current and emerging risks in the waste sector Federal Budget Update Lisa Teburea from S&HLGA has provided the following updates from her first pass at the Budget Papers: 1. SA's Supplementary Road Funding has been secured for 10 years, with a total forecast investment of $230.8M. The amount allocated in 2026/27 is $25.7M and annual indexation has been introduced. Indexation of this funding is a big win for SA Councils. 2. $2.9B in Financial Assistance Grants will be brought forward from 2026/27 for early payment in 2025/26. FA Grants continue to be indexed annually and comprise a general purpose and local road component. Across forward estimates, SA's share of national FA Grants continues to sit around 6.4%. 3. The Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program introduced in 2020 as a covid-era stimulus program will conclude, as anticipated 4. The previously announced $2B Local Infrastructure Fund will be allocated over four years, and will be provided via the State Government. There are no other details available at this stage on how this funding will be distributed, and whether it is formula-based or merit-based. 5. $781.6M has been allocated over 4 years to continue to Thriving Suburbs and Growing Regions programs 6. The Stronger Communities Program is extended for a further 3 years, with a total federal investment of $30.1M 7. The Active Transport Fund will continue as planned, with $2.3M and $0.8M allocated for SA in 2026/27 and 2027/28 respectively to fund bicycle and walking trail projects 8. SA's share of national Roads to Recovery program is $74.1M in 2026/27 – up from $62.8 in 2025/26 9. The Safer Local Roads and Infrastructure Program continues as a merit-based competitive grant program for state and local governments. $1.2B is allocated to this program to 2029/30. 10. Approximately $1.8M annual funding is available for SA to 2028/29 for implementation of drought resilience initiatives. SHLGA is a partner with RDA – AHFKI in our region's Drought Resilience Plan. 11. Major standalone SA investments are concentrated on AUKUS, the Whyalla steelworks and the Port August Wharf.
8.1 Item 12.1 Motion on Notice – Aggregation of Administration Functions across the Fleurieu. Mr Terry Scolari addressed members and the gallery regarding Item 12.1 Motion on Notice – Aggregation of Administration Functions across the Fleurieu. 8.2 Item 14.4 Ownership, status and management of Robert Norman burial site. Ms Sue Speck, on behalf of the Yankalilla and District Historical Society, addressed members and the gallery on Item 14.4 Ownership, status and management of Robert Norman burial site. The Presiding Member sought and was granted leave of the meeting to change the order of the proceedings to consider Agenda Item 12.1 Aggregation of Administration Functions across the Fleurieu to allow the matter to be discussed and considered whilst the person that provided the deputation were present.
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14.1 Policy Review Project Update - May 2026 C2691 Moved: Cr David Olsson Seconded: Cr Davina Quirke 1. That Council receives the Policy Review Project Update - May 2026 report. 2. That Council notes the endorsement of the Audit & Risk Committee for Caretaker Policy V5.0 (A2662) albeit without the inclusion of Section 8 – Public Meeting of Candidates. 3. That Council adopts the Caretaker Policy V5.0 as presented as Attachment 1 to this report, subject to any further minor administrative amendments. 4. That Council authorises the Mayor, as the Principal Member of Council to sign the statement under Section 8 – Public Meeting of Candidates in the Caretaker Policy as required by Section 91B(4)(b) of the Local Government (Elections) Act 1999. 5. That Council adopts the Road and Public Place Naming Policy V5.0 as presented as Attachment 4 to this report, subject to any further minor administrative amendments. 6. That Council approaches the Yankalilla and District Historical Society to provide ongoing operational support with future road and place name options. CARRIED 14.2 2 Hobart Road, corner Williss Drive, Normanville – Consultation Outcomes of Potential Revocation C2692 Moved: Cr Wayne Gibbs Seconded: Cr Shane Grocke 1. That Council receives the 2 Hobart Road, corner Williss Drive, Normanville – Consultation Outcomes of Potential Revocation report. 2. That Council, having taken into consideration public submissions received as part of the community consultation process undertaken between 12 February and 25 March 2026, resolves to proceed with the process to revoke the Community Land classification for the whole parcel of land situated at 2 Hobart Road corner of Williss Drive Normanville, described as Allotment 28 in Deposited Plan 6561 comprised in Certificate of Title Volume 5553 Folio 730. 3. That Council approves a submission to be forwarded to the Minister for Local Government seeking approval to revoke the subject Reserve at 2 Hobart Road, corner of Williss Drive Normanville from community land classification. 4. That Council receives a further report following the receipt of the Minister's decision to enable Council to make a final determination on the revocation proposal. CARRIED Cr Davina Quirke Called for a DIVISION The Mayor Declared the Vote Set Aside For: Cr Wayne Gibbs, Cr Shane Grocke, Cr Karin Hatch, Cr David Olsson, Mayor Darryl Houston, Cr Lawrie Polomka and Cr Simon Rothwell Against: Cr Davina Quirke The Mayor Declared the Motion CARRIED 14.3 Encumbrance Waiver - 23 Parrumba Drive, Normanville C2693 Moved: Cr Karin Hatch Seconded: Cr Davina Quirke 1. That Council receives the Encumbrance Waiver - 23 Parrumba Drive, Normanville report. 2. That Council as administrator of the Encumbrance (7880439) a. Agrees to waive clause 1 (iii) of the Encumbrance to enable external wall heights exceeding three (3) metres at Number 23 Allotment 61 in Deposited Plan 41942 Parrumba Drive, Normanville. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 14.4 Ownership, status and management of Robert Norman burial site Note: Agenda Item 14.4 was considered directly after Agenda Item 8 Deputations after the Presiding Member sought and was granted leave of the meeting to change the order of proceedings to consider Agenda Item 14.4 whilst the persons that provided the deputation were present. 14.5 LGA SA Ordinary General Meeting 2026 - DCY Voting Preferences for Motions C2694 Moved: Cr Karin Hatch Seconded: Cr Wayne Gibbs 1. That Council receives the LGA SA Ordinary General Meeting 2026 - DCY Voting Preferences for Motions report. 2. That Council endorses the voting preferences as presented as Attachment 1 to this report and supports the Mayor as Council's voting delegate to exercise discretion and be guided by information presented and the debate at the meeting. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 14.6 Progress Report - Delivery on Strategic Community Plan VISION 2030 C2695 Moved: Cr Karin Hatch Seconded: Cr David Olsson 1. That Council receives the Progress Report - Delivery on Strategic Community Plan VISION 2030 report. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 14.7 FRWA Risk Management Consideration - Final Report C2696 Moved: Cr Wayne Gibbs Seconded: Cr Karin Hatch 1. That Council receives the FRWA Risk Management Consideration - Final Report. 2. That Council, following the Fleurieu Regional Waste Authority (FRWA) Risk Management Structured Governance Workshop held 5 May 2026, advise the Audit & Risk Committee that Council is satisfied with the management of risks by the FRWA in its operations. Cr David Olsson Called for a DIVISION The Mayor Declared the Vote Set Aside For: Cr Wayne Gibbs, Cr Shane Grocke, Cr Karin Hatch, Cr David Olsson, Mayor Darryl Houston, Cr Lawrie Polomka and Cr Simon Rothwell Against: Cr Davina Quirke The Mayor Declared the Motion CARRIED 14.8 Audit & Risk Committee - Terms of Reference Review C2697 Moved: Cr Karin Hatch Seconded: Cr Wayne Gibbs 1. That Council receives the Audit & Risk Committee - Terms of Reference Review report. 2. That Council notes the recommendation from the Audit & Risk Committee (A2664) to Council to adopt the Audit & Risk Committee Terms of Reference V1.4. 3. That Council adopts the Audit & Risk Committee Terms of Reference V1.4, as presented as Attachment 1 to this report, subject to any further minor administrative amendments. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 14.9 Debt Structure Report C2698 Moved: Cr Wayne Gibbs Seconded: Cr Karin Hatch 1. That Council receives the Debt Structure Report. 2. That Council endorses the application to the LGFA to seek the individual extension of CA 100 maturing on 15/07/26 for a 1 year period. A Deed of Variation will be prepared by LGFA for the extension if approved by senior LGFA staff. 3. That Council authorises the Mayor and Chief Executive Officer to sign and affix the Common Seal of Council to the relevant loan documentation. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 14.10 Budget Review 3 (BR3) C2699 Moved: Cr Wayne Gibbs Seconded: Cr Karin Hatch 1. That Council receives the Budget Review 3 (BR3) report. 2. That Council receives the Audit & Risk Committee's recommendation and resolve to adopt Budget Review 3 revisions as set out in this report, as presented in Attachment 1, as the current Council budget. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 14.11 Monthly Finance Report C26100 Moved: Cr Karin Hatch Seconded: Cr Wayne Gibbs 1. That the report on the April 2026 Monthly Finance Reports be received. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 14.12 Asset & Environment Update - May 2026 C26101 Moved: Cr Davina Quirke Seconded: Cr Karin Hatch 1. That Council receives the Asset & Environment Update - May 2026 report. 2. That Council resolves to support the Local Government Association SA statewide campaign in advocating to the State Government to protect South Australia's coastal Jetties. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 14.13 Economy and Community Monthly Update - Activity in April 2026 C26102 Moved: Cr Shane Grocke Seconded: Cr Karin Hatch 1. That Council received the Economy and Community Monthly Update - Activity in April 2026 report. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 14.14 Chief Executive Officer Report C26103 Moved: Cr David Olsson Seconded: Cr Wayne Gibbs 1. That Council receives the Chief Executive Officer Report. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 14.15 Council Committee Minutes C26104 Moved: Cr Wayne Gibbs Seconded: Cr Karin Hatch 1. That Council received the Council Committee Minutes report. 2. That Council notes the minutes of the Audit & Risk Committee meeting held 4 May 2026 as provided as Attachment 1 to this report. 3. That Council notes the Audit & Risk Committee Chair Summary Report as provided in Attachment 2 to this report. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 14.16 Minute Action Report C26105 Moved: Cr Wayne Gibbs Seconded: Cr Karin Hatch 1. That Council received the Minute Action Report report and notes the updates provided for outstanding Council resolutions as shown in Attachment 1 to this report. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
4.1 Confirmation of Minutes C2687 Moved: Cr Karin Hatch Seconded: Cr David Olsson That the minutes of the Ordinary Council Meeting held on 21 April 2026 as circulated to Councillors be confirmed as an accurate record of the proceedings of those meetings. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
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7.1 Councillors Report – Cr Grocke Cr Grocke thanked all involved with the Yankalilla ANZAC Day Event. 7.2 Councillors Report – Cr Gibbs Cr Gibbs provided a verbal report regarding the 18 May 2026 meeting of FERG. 7.3 Councillors Report – Cr Rothwell Cr Rothwell provided an acknowledgement of Volunteers week, specifically recognising the surf lifesaving club volunteer contribution.
C2689 Moved: Cr Karin Hatch Seconded: Cr Davina Quirke 1. That Council, subject to the support being given by City of Victor Harbor (CVH) and the Alexandrina (AC) Councils, resolves to request administration provide advice to Council Members on the scope of commissioning an independent report to investigate the savings or otherwise to be had if the back office administration of the 3 Councils were to be aggregated to one provider of the service. The administration services that could be included in the report could potentially be (but not limited to) Fleet Services, Procurement, Accounts, HR & IR, Payroll and IT. 2. That Council, subject to consideration of the above, request the Mayor and CEO convene a meeting with CVH and AC to discuss the merits of preparing a scope for such a report to be commissioned that would provide further advice to Council Members of all three Councils as to the merits of such an initiative. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
10.1 Mobile Black Spot Program - Cr David Olsson Question 1. Can the CEO advise when the Rapid Bay Telstra mobile tower base station (site identifier MBSP6-SA-003) will be completed and on the air. Response Telstra has confirmed that the Rapid Bay Telstra mobile base station is in its final stages of installation. A site visit confirms the tower structure is in place and the technical testing is occurring ahead of operational launch which expected to occur in June 2026. 10.2 Main South Road Overtaking Lanes - Cr David Olsson Question What audit and reparations will be undertaken to repair certain sections of Main South Road once the overtaking lanes have been completed by Department for Infrastructure & Transport (DIT) contractors. Background Currently works are underway for the three overtaking lanes between Normanville and Cape Jervis. The level of activity including trucks and heavy machinery is having deleterious impacts on sections of Main South Road. Response Once the overtaking lane works are completed, DIT will need to undertake a post-construction road condition audit of Main South Road across the affected sections. Where deterioration or damage is identified and confirmed as being associated with the construction works, DIT are expected to implement appropriate remedial actions in accordance with contractual obligations and departmental standards for roads under the State's care and control. If community members are concerned with aspects of Main South Road, they are encouraged to contact DIT. 10.3 Service Review - Cr Karin Hatch Question 1. Can the CEO please outline the financial savings in the area of Procurement and Contract Management expertise that have been made in the first year of the Services Review project 2025-26? Response The primary savings opportunity identified within the Service Review Business Case related to the BIG4 Marketing Licence Agreement associated with the Normanville Holiday Park operations. The Business Case noted that, following commencement of the Management Licence Agreement with Belgravia Leisure, the ongoing requirement for Council to directly hold and fund the BIG4 Marketing Licence should become redundant. Following the identification of the redundancy of the BIG4 contract arrangements in the Service Review Project, the Director Assets & Environment undertook a review of the BIG4 contract arrangements and confirmed that: • the final invoice and payment made by the District Council of Yankalilla to BIG4 was for the period ending 1 March and 16 March 2025; • the final payment by Council was processed on 25 March 2025. • no further invoices are expected from BIG4. This outcome demonstrates that the procurement and contract management review undertaken through the Service Review Project has enabled Council to cease ongoing direct expenditure associated with the BIG4 Marketing Licence Agreement which yields a saving of approximately $40,000 per annum. In addition to the BIG4 contract review, Council's administrative team has also progressed a broader review of operational procurement and supplier arrangements as part of a continuous improvement approach arising as Priority 1 from the Service Review Project. Internally, our team has been able to undertake a full market review and tender process for Council's printers, photocopiers and scanning devices. This procurement process has resulted in a revised contract arrangement delivering cost savings of approximately $600 per month (or $7.2K p.a equalling $36K over the life of the 5-year agreement) while also reducing risks through improving hardware standardisation, device management and ongoing service support across the organisation. These outcomes reflect the broader intent of the Service Review Project — embedding improved procurement practices, active contract management and ongoing operational efficiencies into Council's day-to-day business activities rather than relying solely on one-off cost reductions. Aligned with Priority 1 Service coming out of the broad review, engagement has been made with a Procurement and Contracts professional (commenced 14/5) to review and implement strategies to realise savings identified as highly likely through the initial Service Review. The initial Service Review outlined an expected saving of upwards of $35K for this body of contracted work and therefore worth the $20K investment now made. 10.4 Vehicle Speed Finniss Vale Drive Second Valley - Cr Davina Quirke Question 1. Can the CEO advise the measures that Council can implement to control speeding motorists on Finniss Vale Drive, Second Valley. Background This question follows concerns raised by a resident of Second Valley about the speed at which some vehicles travel from Main South Road. Response There are a number of static speed signs already located on Finniss Vale Drive. These signs aim to control traffic speeds in both directions within the residential areas which are clearly signposted as 50kmph. There are also 80kmph static speed signs outside of the residential areas. In addition, there is also an electronic speed monitoring sign for traffic traveling west towards the beach area, which is already implemented on Finniss Vale Drive providing real-time feedback to drivers and overall encouraging safety. Compliance and enforcement action are outside the responsibility of Council and are matters for SA Police (SAPOL). However, Council (or community members) can request that SAPOL increase monitoring due to community safety concerns. 10.5 Aspen Development - 129 Williss Drive Normanville - Cr Davina Quirke Question 1. The development proposal by the Aspen Group for 129 Williss Drive, Normanville has been re-lodged and is being publicly notified. Given Council raised a number of concerns to be addressed through the assessment process on the previous proposal (when it was publicly notified), can the CEO confirm that a similar submission is being made for the updated proposal on this site? Response It is noted that further information regarding this development and Council's representation is included in the Assets & Environment Update – May 2026 later in this agenda. At a Special Council Meeting held on 29 April 2024 Council resolved to make a representation to the 2024 development application on this site which was very similar to the latest proposal. The new development application has been placed on Public Notice and is running to 19 May 2026 with the nature of development described as Change of use of land to a Residential Park with capacity for up to 125 dwellings and a Caravan & Tourist Park comprising 4 tourist cabins and 79 camping and caravan sites, including; the construction of a community centre building associated with the residential park and a tourism amenities building, office and pump shed associated with the caravan & tourist park; land division (for Lease purpose) of 125 sites for Residential Park purposes; and construction of associated internal roads, fences and landscaping. With the latest application bearing great similarity to the one where Council resolved to make a submission, an updated submission has been lodged by Administration on the planning portal requesting a number of matters are resolved appropriately through the assessment process.
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Note: Agenda Item 12.1 was considered directly after Agenda Item 8 Deputations after the Presiding Member sought and was granted leave of the meeting to change the order of proceedings to consider Agenda Item 12.1 whilst the persons that provided the deputation were present.
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The meeting commenced at 4:00 pm. Including recognition of the traditional landowners The Mayor read aloud “We would like to begin by acknowledging the Traditional owners of the land on which we meet today (the Kaurna, Ngarrindjeri and Ramindjeri people) and pay our respects to their elders past and present".
8.1 Item 12.1 Motion on Notice - Aggregation of Administration Functions across the Fleurieu.Mr Terry Scolari addressed members and the gallery regarding Item 12.1 Motion on Notice – Aggregation of Administration Functions across the Fleurieu.8.2 Item 14.4 Ownership, status and management of Robert Norman burial site.Ms Sue Speck, on behalf of the Yankalilla and District Historical Society, addressed members and the gallery on Item 14.4 Ownership, status and management of Robert Norman burial site.The Presiding Member sought and was granted leave of the meeting to change the order of the proceedings to consider Agenda Item 12.1 Aggregation of Administration Functions across the Fleurieu to allow the matter to be discussed and considered whilst the person that provided the deputation were present.
C2689Moved: Cr Karin HatchSeconded: Cr Davina Quirke1. That Council, subject to the support being given by City of Victor Harbor (CVH) and the Alexandrina (AC) Councils, resolves to request administration provide advice to Council Members on the scope of commissioning an independent report to investigate the savings or otherwise to be had if the back office administration of the 3 Councils were to be aggregated to one provider of the service.The administration services that could be included in the report could potentially be (but not limited to) Fleet Services, Procurement, Accounts, HR & IR, Payroll and IT.2. That Council, subject to consideration of the above, request the Mayor and CEO convene a meeting with CVH and AC to discuss the merits of preparing a scope for such a report to be commissioned that would provide further advice to Council Members of all three Councils as to the merits of such an initiative.CARRIED UNANIMOUSLYFollowing the previously granted change in the order of the proceedings sought by the Presiding Member, following consideration of Agenda Item 12.1 Aggregation of Administration Functions across the Fleurieu, the meeting resumed the natural order as presented in the Agenda.The Presiding Member sought and was granted leave of the meeting to change the order of the proceedings to consider Agenda Item 14.4 Ownership, status and management of Robert Norman burial site to allow the matter to be discussed and considered whilst the person that provided the deputation is present.
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Note: Agenda Item 14.4 was considered directly after Agenda Item 8 Deputations after the Presiding Member sought and was granted leave of the meeting to change the order of proceedings to consider Agenda Item 14.4 whilst the persons that provided the deputation were present.
C2694Moved: Cr Karin HatchSeconded: Cr Wayne Gibbs1. That Council receives the LGA SA Ordinary General Meeting 2026 - DCY Voting Preferences for Motions report.2. That Council endorses the voting preferences as presented as Attachment 1 to this report and supports the Mayor as Council's voting delegate to exercise discretion and be guided by information presented and the debate at the meeting.CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
C26102Moved: Cr Shane GrockeSeconded: Cr Karin Hatch1. That Council received the Economy and Community Monthly Update - Activity in April 2026 report.CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
C26103Moved: Cr David OlssonSeconded: Cr Wayne Gibbs1. That Council receives the Chief Executive Officer Report.CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
C26104Moved: Cr Wayne GibbsSeconded: Cr Karin Hatch1. That Council received the Council Committee Minutes report.2. That Council notes the minutes of the Audit & Risk Committee meeting held 4 May 2026 as provided as Attachment 1 to this report.3. That Council notes the Audit & Risk Committee Chair Summary Report as provided in Attachment 2 to this report.CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
Question1. Can the CEO please outline the financial savings in the area of Procurement and Contract Management expertise that have been made in the first year of the Services Review project 2025-26?ResponseThe primary savings opportunity identified within the Service Review Business Case related to the BIG4 Marketing Licence Agreement associated with the Normanville Holiday Park operations. The Business Case noted that, following commencement of the Management Licence Agreement with Belgravia Leisure, the ongoing requirement for Council to directly hold and fund the BIG4 Marketing Licence should become redundant.Following the identification of the redundancy of the BIG4 contract arrangements in the Service Review Project, the Director Assets & Environment undertook a review of the BIG4 contract arrangements and confirmed that:the final invoice and payment made by the District Council of Yankalilla to BIG4 was for the period ending 1 March and 16 March 2025;the final payment by Council was processed on 25 March 2025.no further invoices are expected from BIG4.This outcome demonstrates that the procurement and contract management review undertaken through the Service Review Project has enabled Council to cease ongoing direct expenditure associated with the BIG4 Marketing Licence Agreement which yields a saving of approximately $40,000 per annum.
Question1. The development proposal by the Aspen Group for 129 Williss Drive, Normanville has been re-lodged and is being publicly notified. Given Council raised a number of concerns to be addressed through the assessment process on the previous proposal (when it was publiclynotified), can the CEO confirm that a similar submission is being made for the updated proposal on this site?ResponseIt is noted that further information regarding this development and Council's representation is included in the Assets & Environment Update – May 2026 later in this agenda.At a Special Council Meeting held on 29 April 2024 Council resolved to make a representation to the 2024 development application on this site which was very similar to the latest proposal.The new development application has been placed on Public Notice and is running to 19 May 2026 with the nature of development described as Change of use of land to a Residential Park with capacity for up to 125 dwellings and a Caravan & Tourist Park comprising 4 tourist cabins and 79 camping and caravan sites, including; the construction of a community centre building associated with the residential park and a tourism amenities building, office and pump shed associated with the caravan & tourist park; land division (for Lease purpose) of 125 sites for Residential Park purposes; and construction of associated internal roads, fences and landscaping.With the latest application bearing great similarity to the one where Council resolved to make a submission, an updated submission has been lodged by Administration on the planning portal requesting a number of matters are resolved appropriately through the assessment process.
C2692Moved: Cr Wayne GibbsSeconded: Cr Shane Grocke1. That Council receives the 2 Hobart Road, corner Williss Drive, Normanville – Consultation Outcomes of Potential Revocation report.2. That Council, having taken into consideration public submissions received as part of the community consultation process undertaken between 12 February and 25 March 2026, resolves to proceed with the process to revoke the Community Land classification for the whole parcel of land situated at 2 Hobart Road corner of Williss Drive Normanville, described as Allotment 28 in Deposited Plan 6561 comprised in Certificate of Title Volume 5553 Folio 730.3. That Council approves a submission to be forwarded to the Minister for Local Government seeking approval to revoke the subject Reserve at 2 Hobart Road, corner of Williss Drive Normanville from community land classification.4. That Council receives a further report following the receipt of the Minister's decision to enable Council to make a final determination on the revocation proposal.CARRIEDCr Davina Quirke Called for a DIVISIONThe Mayor Declared the Vote Set AsideFor: Cr Wayne Gibbs, Cr Shane Grocke, Cr Karin Hatch, Cr David Olsson, Mayor Darryl Houston, Cr Lawrie Polomka and Cr Simon RothwellAgainst: Cr Davina QuirkeThe Mayor Declared the Motion CARRIED
C2698Moved: Cr Wayne GibbsSeconded: Cr Karin Hatch1. That Council receives the Debt Structure Report.2. That Council endorses the application to the LGFA to seek the individual extension of CA 100 maturing on 15/07/26 for a 1 year period. A Deed of Variation will be prepared by LGFA for the extension if approved by senior LGFA staff.3. That Council authorises the Mayor and Chief Executive Officer to sign and affix the Common Seal of Council to the relevant loan documentation.CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
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Lisa Teburea from S&HLGA has provided the following updates from her first pass at the Budget Papers:1. SA's Supplementary Road Funding has been secured for 10 years, with a total forecast investment of $230.8M. The amount allocated in 2026/27 is $25.7M and annual indexation has been introduced. Indexation of this funding is a big win for SA Councils.2. $2.9B in Financial Assistance Grants will be brought forward from 2026/27 for early payment in 2025/26. FA Grants continue to be indexed annually and comprise a general purpose and local road component. Across forward estimates, SA's share of national FA Grants continues to sit around 6.4%.3. The Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program introduced in 2020 as a covid-era stimulus program will conclude, as anticipated4. The previously announced $2B Local Infrastructure Fund will be allocated over four years, and will be provided via the State Government. There are no other details available at this stage on how this funding will be distributed, and whether it is formula-based or merit-based.5. $781.6M has been allocated over 4 years to continue to Thriving Suburbs and Growing Regions programs6. The Stronger Communities Program is extended for a further 3 years, with a total federal investment of $30.1M7. The Active Transport Fund will continue as planned, with $2.3M and $0.8M allocated for SA in 2026/27 and 2027/28 respectively to fund bicycle and walking trail projects8. SA's share of national Roads to Recovery program is $74.1M in 2026/27 – up from $62.8 in 2025/269. The Safer Local Roads and Infrastructure Program continues as a merit-based competitive grant program for state and local governments. $1.2B is allocated to this program to 2029/30.10. Approximately $1.8M annual funding is available for SA to 2028/29 for implementation of drought resilience initiatives. SHLGA is a partner with RDA – AHFKI in our region's Drought Resilience Plan.11. Major standalone SA investments are concentrated on AUKUS, the Whyalla steelworks and the Port August Wharf.Stay tuned for more detailed analysis from our sector experts from ALGA and the LGA and please see the S&HLGA media release at Attachment 1.
Cr Rothwell provided an acknowledgement of Volunteers week, specifically recognising the surf lifesaving club volunteer contribution.
10.1 Mobile Black Spot Program - Cr David OlssonQuestion1. Can the CEO advise when the Rapid Bay Telstra mobile tower base station (site identifier MBSP6-SA-003) will be completed and on the air.ResponseTelstra has confirmed that the Rapid Bay Telstra mobile base station is in its final stages of installation. A site visit confirms the tower structure is in place and the technical testing is occurring ahead of operational launch which expected to occur in June 2026.
QuestionWhat audit and reparations will be undertaken to repair certain sections of Main South Road once the overtaking lanes have been completed by Department for Infrastructure & Transport (DIT) contractors.BackgroundCurrently works are underway for the three overtaking lanes between Normanville and Cape Jervis. The level of activity including trucks and heavy machinery is having deleterious impacts on sections of Main South Road.ResponseOnce the overtaking lane works are completed, DIT will need to undertake a post-construction road condition audit of Main South Road across the affected sections.Where deterioration or damage is identified and confirmed as being associated with the construction works, DIT are expected to implement appropriate remedial actions in accordance with contractual obligations and departmental standards for roads under the State's care and control. If community members are concerned with aspects of Main South Road, they are encouraged to contact DIT.
Question1. Can the CEO advise the measures that Council can implement to control speeding motorists on Finniss Vale Drive, Second Valley.BackgroundThis question follows concerns raised by a resident of Second Valley about the speed at which some vehicles travel from Main South Road.ResponseThere are a number of static speed signs already located on Finniss Vale Drive. These signs aim to control traffic speeds in both directions within the residential areas which are clearly signposted as 50kmph.There are also 80kmph static speed signs outside of the residential areas. In addition, there is also an electronic speed monitoring sign for traffic traveling west towards the beach area, which is already implemented on Finniss Vale Drive providing real-time feedback to drivers and overall encouraging safety.Compliance and enforcement action are outside the responsibility of Council and are matters for SA Police (SAPOL). However, Council (or community members) can request that SAPOL increase monitoring due to community safety concerns.
C2697Moved: Cr Karin HatchSeconded: Cr Wayne Gibbs1. That Council receives the Audit & Risk Committee - Terms of Reference Review report.2. That Council notes the recommendation from the Audit & Risk Committee (A2664) to Council to adopt the Audit & Risk Committee Terms of Reference V1.4.3. That Council adopts the Audit & Risk Committee Terms of Reference V1.4, as presented as Attachment 1 to this report, subject to any further minor administrative amendments.CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
C2699Moved: Cr Wayne GibbsSeconded: Cr Karin Hatch1. That Council receives the Budget Review 3 (BR3) report.2. That Council receives the Audit & Risk Committee's recommendation and resolve to adopt Budget Review 3 revisions as set out in this report, as presented in Attachment 1, as the current Council budget.CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
C26101Moved: Cr Davina QuirkeSeconded: Cr Karin Hatch1. That Council receives the Asset & Environment Update - May 2026 report.2. That Council resolves to support the Local Government Association SA statewide campaign in advocating to the State Government to protect South Australia's coastal Jetties.CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
C26105Moved: Cr Wayne GibbsSeconded: Cr Karin Hatch1. That Council received the Minute Action Report report and notes the updates provided for outstanding Council resolutions as shown in Attachment 1 to this report.CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
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7.1 Councillors Report – Cr GrockeCr Grocke thanked all involved with the Yankalilla ANZAC Day Event.7.2 Councillors Report – Cr Gibbs
C2690Moved: Cr Shane GrockeSeconded: Cr Davina Quirke1. That Council receives the Ownership, status and management of Robert Norman burial site report.2. That Council Administration are encouraged to engage a law firm to undertake research to provide Council with options to consider, with a view to land potentially being transferred to Council's ownership or care and control.3. That Council receives a further report upon receipt of the legal advice with a view to potentially obtaining the land under Council's ownership or care and control should it ultimately wish to do so.CARRIED UNANIMOUSLYFollowing the previously granted change in the order of the proceedings sought by the Presiding Member, following consideration of Agenda Item 14.4 Ownership, status and management of Robert Norman burial site, the meeting resumed the natural order as presented in the Agenda.
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Note: Agenda Item 12.1 was considered directly after Agenda Item 8 Deputations after the Presiding Member sought and was granted leave of the meeting to change the order of proceedings to consider Agenda Item 12.1 whilst the persons that provided the deputation were present.
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14.1 Policy Review Project Update - May 2026C2691Moved: Cr David OlssonSeconded: Cr Davina Quirke1. That Council receives the Policy Review Project Update - May 2026 report.2. That Council notes the endorsement of the Audit & Risk Committee for Caretaker Policy V5.0 (A2662) albeit without the inclusion of Section 8 – Public Meeting of Candidates.3. That Council adopts the Caretaker Policy V5.0 as presented as Attachment 1 to this report, subject to any further minor administrative amendments.CARRIED4. That Council authorises the Mayor, as the Principal Member of Council to sign the statement under Section 8 – Public Meeting of Candidates in the Caretaker Policy as required by Section 91B(4)(b) of the Local Government (Elections) Act 1999.5. That Council adopts the Road and Public Place Naming Policy V5.0 as presented as Attachment 4 to this report, subject to any further minor administrative amendments.6. That Council approaches the Yankalilla and District Historical Society to provide ongoing operational support with future road and place name options.CARRIED
C2693Moved: Cr Karin HatchSeconded: Cr Davina Quirke1. That Council receives the Encumbrance Waiver - 23 Parrumba Drive, Normanville report.2. That Council as administrator of the Encumbrance (7880439)a. Agrees to waive clause 1 (iii) of the Encumbrance to enable external wall heights exceeding three (3) metres at Number 23 Allotment 61 in Deposited Plan 41942 Parrumba Drive, Normanville.CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
C2695Moved: Cr Karin HatchSeconded: Cr David Olsson1. That Council receives the Progress Report - Delivery on Strategic Community Plan VISION 2030 report.CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
C2696Moved: Cr Wayne GibbsSeconded: Cr Karin Hatch1. That Council receives the FRWA Risk Management Consideration - Final Report.2. That Council, following the Fleurieu Regional Waste Authority (FRWA) Risk Management Structured Governance Workshop held 5 May 2026, advise the Audit & Risk Committee that Council is satisfied with the management of risks by the FRWA in its operations.CARRIEDCr David Olsson Called for a DIVISIONThe Mayor Declared the Vote Set AsideFor: Cr Wayne Gibbs, Cr Shane Grocke, Cr Karin Hatch, Cr David Olsson, Mayor Darryl Houston, Cr Lawrie Polomka and Cr Simon RothwellAgainst: Cr Davina QuirkeThe Mayor Declared the Motion CARRIED
C26100Moved: Cr Karin HatchSeconded: Cr Wayne Gibbs1. That the report on the April 2026 Monthly Finance Reports be received.CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
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The meeting closed at 5:42 pmConfirmed: As an accurate record on 16 June 2026.
The meeting commenced at 4:00 pm.Including recognition of the traditional landownersThe Mayor read aloud "We would like to begin by acknowledging the Traditional owners of the land on which we meet today (the Kaurna, Ngarrindjeri and Ramindjeri people) and pay our respects to their elders past and present".
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4.1 Confirmation of MinutesC2687Moved: Cr Karin HatchSeconded: Cr David OlssonThat the minutes of the Ordinary Council Meeting held on 21 April 2026 as circulated to Councillors be confirmed as an accurate record of the proceedings of those meetings.CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
6.1 Mayors ReportC2688Moved: Mayor Darryl HoustonSeconded: Cr Davina QuirkeThat the Mayor's Report be included in the minutes of the meeting.CARRIED UNANIMOUSLYApril16th Meeting with Jim Mead – Yankalilla Memorial Park – Corella Issue16th Myponga Coffee Group21st Pre Council Meeting21st Ordinary Council Meeting22nd Meeting at Wirrina Cove Foreshore24th Meeting with 5CY25th ANZAC Day Myponga Service - MC25th ANZAC Day lunch with RSL members - Yankalilla28th Filming Council Facebook- ABP- Pontoon Thankyou - Jetty CampaignMay2nd Heritage Fleurieu Coast Festival Opening – Second Valley Hall
The 2026 Heritage Fleurieu Coast Festival was officially opened at the Second Valley Memorial Hall, marking the beginning of a month-long celebration of our district's rich history and community spirit.Now in its fifth edition since its inception in 2018 by the Yankalilla and District Historical Society, the festival continues to go from strength to strength. It has firmly established itself as part of South Australia's History Festival, connecting our local stories to the wider state narrative of heritage and culture.The 2026 festival features around 40 events held across the district throughout May. Each event highlights a different aspect of our heritage from First Nations culture and natural landscapes to built history and community traditions. This year's program again demonstrates the depth and diversity of our region's heritage and the enthusiasm of those who keep it alive.The opening event was held in Second Valley, following the previous festival's opening at Inman Valley. It was a fitting setting surrounded by the legacy of generations past. The highlight of the day was the launch of Old Second Valley and Wirrina by Jane Olsson, the latest publication in a much-valued series documenting the history of our district.The festival is truly community-driven, made possible by the dedication of local volunteers, historians, and organisations who bring these stories to life. It continues to showcase the strong sense of pride and connection that defines our community.The Heritage Fleurieu Coast Festival continues to celebrate the stories of all townships across the district, strengthening our shared identity and appreciation for the past. It stands as a testament to community collaboration and a genuine love of local heritage.It was a privilege to officially open the 2026 Heritage Fleurieu Coast Festival and to witness the pride and passion that this festival inspires in our community.
We received a valuable presentation from FRWA on how it manages risk, supports good governance and continually improves its systems and processes including:Overview of FRWA's risk management approachHow risks are monitored and reported
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