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That Council request Administration provide a report on the suitability and process required to amend Hewett Crescent, Myponga Beach to one-way access and/or with a lowered speed limit, considered to be 'walking pace'.
Topic: Changes to Traffic Conditions - Hewett Crescent, Myponga Beach
1. That Council receive the Disability Access & Inclusion Plan (DAIP) 2026-2030 - Draft and Engagement Plan report. 2. That the Disability Access and Inclusion Plan 2026-2030 (provided in Attachment 1) be endorsed for public consultation as per the Community Engagement Plan (provided in Attachment 3), to be conducted from Thursday 29 January to Friday 27 February 2026.
Topic: Disability Access & Inclusion Plan (DAIP) 2026-2030 - Draft and Engagement Plan
1. That Council receives the Policy Review Project Update - January 2026 report. 2. That Council notes the projected Project Plan for 2026 contained within the report. 3. That Council adopts the Activity on Council Land Policy V4.0 as presented as Attachment 1 to this report, subject to any further minor administrative amendments.
Topic: Policy Review Project Update - January 2026
That the report on the December 2025 Monthly Finance Reports be received.
Topic: Monthly Finance Report
That Council received the Asset & Environment Update - January 2026 report.
Topic: Asset & Environment Update - January 2026
That Council receives the Economy and Community Monthly Update - Activity in December 2025 report.
Topic: Economy and Community Monthly Update - Activity in December 2025
1. That Council received the Council Committee Minutes report. 2. That Council notes the minutes of the CEO Performance and Remuneration Review Committee meeting held Monday 15 December 2025 as provided in Attachment 1 to this report.
Topic: Council Committee Minutes
That Council advocate to the Department of Infrastructure and Transport for a range of traffic management measures to be implemented at Cape Jervis in line with the request received from the Cape Jervis Progress Association (Refer Attachment 1).
Topic: Traffic Management Advocacy for Cape Jervis
That Council: 1. Schedules a review of Council’s Township Reserves (Class 1-5) outlined within the 2019 Community Land Management Plan, 2. Review and consider potential amendments to service levels (particularly in relation to irrigation) in the Reserve Maintenance Standards document with respect to Council’s Township Reserves (Class 1-5), and 3. Endorses community consultation as part of this review process acknowledging that community feedback will form a key component of any review of service standards affecting the district.
Topic: Review of Water Usage for Council's Township Reserves
That Council received the Chief Executive Officer Report.
Topic: Chief Executive Officer Report
That the minutes of the Ordinary Council Meeting held on 16 December 2025 as circulated to Councillors be confirmed as an accurate record of the proceedings of those meetings.
Topic: Confirmation of Minutes
That the Mayor's Report be included in the minutes of the meeting.
Topic: Mayor's Report
That Council receives the Local Government Electoral Reform report.
Topic: Local Government Electoral Reform
That Council receives the Asset Management for Heavy Plant 2026-2027 report.
Topic: Asset Management for Heavy Plant 2026-2027
1. That Council receives the Mid-Term Financial Plan (3-years) report. 2. That Council adopts the Mid-Term Financial Plan (Refer Attachment 2) as a guiding document for financial decision-making beyond the adopted Annual Budget recognising the Annual Budget has its own legislative processes. 3. That Council confirms that the Annual Business Plan and Budget and the 10-Year Long-Term Financial Plan remain the required statutory financial documents, and will continue to be prepared, consulted on and adopted annually in line with the legislative processes. 4. That Council confirms the intent of the Mid-Term Financial Plan is to support greater community awareness and understanding of how Council plans, prioritises and funds services and projects over a three-year horizon. 5. That Council empowers Administration to prepare the Mid-Term Financial Plan (based on the detail in Attachment 2) in a user-friendly format to assist with improved community engagement and understanding in line with Audit & Risk Committee Resolution A25064 (2 June 2025). 6. That Council note Year 2 of the Mid-Term Financial Plan provides the target numbers to commence the Elected Member Budget Workshops for the initial Draft 2026-27 Annual Budget.
Topic: Mid-Term Financial Plan (3-years)
1. That Council receives the 2 Hobart Road, corner Williss Drive, Normanville – Community Land Revocation report. 2. That Council approves the revocation report in relation to the land comprised in Certificate of Title Volume 5553 Folio 730 and the commencement of the process to revoke the land from its community land classification by undertaking public consultation. 3. That a further report be presented to Council following the outcome of the public consultation phase of the revocation process.
Topic: 2 Hobart Road, corner Williss Drive, Normanville - Community Land Revocation
1. That Council receives the Response to Audit & Risk Committee regarding FRWA Risk Management report. 2. That Council received the question from the Audit & Risk Committee October 2025 meeting in report 14.16 of the November 2025 Council Agenda. 3. That Council received an update from the FRWA CEO advising of the Authority's risk management processes in report 15.2 of the December 2025 Council Agenda. 4. That after considering the information presented over the years in FRWA update reports, and the specific information received from the FRWA CEO, Council provides the following response to the Audit & Risk Committee: Council, having reviewed FRWA's risk management and strategy for addressing its negative equity position and its potential impact on the District Council of Yankalilla, is NOT satisfied with FRWA's approach and endorses its continued vigilance in respect to both its risk management and financial sustainability practices, and seeks further improvement on both strategies.
Topic: Response to Audit & Risk Committee regarding FRWA Risk Management
1. That Council receives the 2026/27 Council Festive Season Partial Closure report. 2. That Council confirm the following changes to Service Openings and Provisions: a. Civic Centre – Closed from 5:00pm Wednesday 23 December 2026 and reopening at 9:00am Monday 4 January 2027. b. The Yankalilla Library – Closed from 5:00pm Wednesday 23 December 2026 and reopening at 10:00am Tuesday 29 December 2026. With the exception of designated Public Holidays, the Library will resume ordinary hours from its reopening on 29 December 2026. c. The Fleurieu Coast Visitor Information Centre – Closed on Christmas Day and Boxing Day only to maximise service offerings through the peak visitor period and to support any other customers seeking service by Council. d. The Depot - Closed from 5:00pm Wednesday 23 December 2026 and reopen at 8:00am Monday 4 January 2027. The Depot will continue to operate through this closure period on an 'On-Call' Roster as well as an additional roster of staff to cover any emergencies beyond the on-call service. 2. That Administration provides clear notification to the community on the updated service arrangements for the 2026/27 Council Festive Season Partial Closure via the following means: a. Council Website b. Signage at Council Buildings i.e. Civic Centre, Library and Visitor Information Centre c. Links in Administration's Email Signatures throughout December d. Social media i.e. Council's Facebook Page e. Print Media including: i. In the Loop (Council Newsletter) ii. Yankalilla Regional News f. Myponga Mudlark g. Updated answering machine/ voicemail message for the closure period including emergency contact information h. Any other communications channels deemed appropriate by the Chief Executive Officer
Topic: 2026/27 Council Festive Season Partial Closure
That the minutes of the Ordinary Council Meeting held on 16 December 2025 as circulated to Councillors be confirmed as an accurate record of the proceedings of those meetings.
Topic: Confirmation of Minutes
That Council request Administration provide a report on the suitability and process required to amend Hewett Crescent, Myponga Beach to one-way access and/or with a lowered speed limit, considered to be 'walking pace'.
Topic: Traffic Conditions - Hewett Crescent, Myponga Beach
1. That Council receives the Response to Audit & Risk Committee regarding FRWA Risk Management report. 2. That Council received the question from the Audit & Risk Committee October 2025 meeting in report 14.16 of the November 2025 Council Agenda. 3. That Council received an update from the FRWA CEO advising of the Authority's risk management processes in report 15.2 of the December 2025 Council Agenda. 4. That after considering the information presented over the years in FRWA update reports, and the specific information received from the FRWA CEO, Council provides the following response to the Audit & Risk Committee: Council, having reviewed FRWA's risk management and strategy for addressing its negative equity position and its potential impact on the District Council of Yankalilla, is NOT satisfied with FRWA's approach and endorses its continued vigilance in respect to both its risk management and financial sustainability practices, and seeks further improvement on both strategies.
Topic: FRWA Risk Management
That Council received the Asset & Environment Update - January 2026 report.
Topic: Asset & Environment Update - January 2026
1. That Council receives the Mid-Term Financial Plan (3-years) report. 2. That Council adopts the Mid-Term Financial Plan (Refer Attachment 2) as a guiding document for financial decision-making beyond the adopted Annual Budget recognising the Annual Budget has its own legislative processes. 3. That Council confirms that the Annual Business Plan and Budget and the 10-Year Long- Term Financial Plan remain the required statutory financial documents, and will continue to be prepared, consulted on and adopted annually in line with the legislative processes. 4. That Council confirms the intent of the Mid-Term Financial Plan is to support greater community awareness and understanding of how Council plans, prioritises and funds services and projects over a three-year horizon. 5. That Council empowers Administration to prepare the Mid-Term Financial Plan (based on the detail in Attachment 2) in a user-friendly format to assist with improved community engagement and understanding in line with Audit & Risk Committee Resolution A25064 (2 June 2025). 6. That Council note Year 2 of the Mid-Term Financial Plan provides the target numbers to commence the Elected Member Budget Workshops for the initial Draft 2026-27 Annual Budget.
Topic: Mid-Term Financial Plan (3-years)
1. That Council receives the 2 Hobart Road, corner Williss Drive, Normanville – Community Land Revocation report. 2. That Council approves the revocation report in relation to the land comprised in Certificate of Title Volume 5553 Folio 730 and the commencement of the process to revoke the land from its community land classification by undertaking public consultation. 3. That a further report be presented to Council following the outcome of the public consultation phase of the revocation process.
Topic: 2 Hobart Road, corner Williss Drive, Normanville - Community Land Revocation
That the report on the December 2025 Monthly Finance Reports be received.
Topic: Monthly Finance Report
1. That Council received the Council Committee Minutes report. 2. That Council notes the minutes of the CEO Performance and Remuneration Review Committee meeting held Monday 15 December 2025 as provided in Attachment 1 to this report.
Topic: Council Committee Minutes
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 - January 2026 report. 2. That Council notes the projected Project Plan for 2026 contained within the report. 3. That Council adopts the Activity on Council Land Policy V4.0 as presented as Attachment 1 to this report, subject to any further minor administrative amendments.
Topic: Policy Review Project Update - January 2026
That Council receives the Asset Management for Heavy Plant 2026-2027 report.
Topic: Asset Management for Heavy Plant 2026-2027
1. That Council receives the 2026/27 Council Festive Season Partial Closure report. 2. That Council confirm the following changes to Service Openings and Provisions: a. Civic Centre – Closed from 5:00pm Wednesday 23 December 2026 and reopening at 9:00am Monday 4 January 2027. b. The Yankalilla Library – Closed from 5:00pm Wednesday 23 December 2026 and reopening at 10:00am Tuesday 29 December 2026. With the exception of designated Public Holidays, the Library will resume ordinary hours from its reopening on 29 December 2026. c. The Fleurieu Coast Visitor Information Centre – Closed on Christmas Day and Boxing Day only to maximise service offerings through the peak visitor period and to support any other customers seeking service by Council. d. The Depot - Closed from 5:00pm Wednesday 23 December 2026 and reopen at 8:00am Monday 4 January 2027. The Depot will continue to operate through this closure period on an 'On-Call' Roster as well as an additional roster of staff to cover any emergencies beyond the on-call service. 2. That Administration provides clear notification to the community on the updated service arrangements for the 2026/27 Council Festive Season Partial Closure via the following means: a. Council Website b. Signage at Council Buildings i.e. Civic Centre, Library and Visitor Information Centre c. Links in Administration's Email Signatures throughout December d. Social media i.e. Council's Facebook Page e. Print Media including: i. In the Loop (Council Newsletter) ii. Yankalilla Regional News f. Myponga Mudlark g. Updated answering machine/ voicemail message for the closure period including emergency contact information h. Any other communications channels deemed appropriate by the Chief Executive Officer
Topic: 2026/27 Council Festive Season Partial Closure
That Council received the Chief Executive Officer Report.
Topic: Chief Executive Officer Report
That Council advocate to the Department of Infrastructure and Transport for a range of traffic management measures to be implemented at Cape Jervis in line with the request received from the Cape Jervis Progress Association (Refer Attachment 1).
Topic: Traffic Management Advocacy for Cape Jervis
That Council: 1. Schedules a review of Council's Township Reserves (Class 1-5) outlined within the 2019 Community Land Management Plan, 2. Review and consider potential amendments to service levels (particularly in relation to irrigation) in the Reserve Maintenance Standards document with respect to Council's Township Reserves (Class 1-5), and 3. Endorses community consultation as part of this review process acknowledging that community feedback will form a key component of any review of service standards affecting the district.
Topic: Review of Water Usage for Council's Township Reserves
1. That Council receive the Disability Access & Inclusion Plan (DAIP) 2026-2030 - Draft and Engagement Plan report. 2. That the Disability Access and Inclusion Plan 2026-2030 (provided in Attachment 1) be endorsed for public consultation as per the Community Engagement Plan (provided in Attachment 3), to be conducted from Thursday 29 January to Friday 27 February 2026.
Topic: Disability Access & Inclusion Plan (DAIP) 2026-2030
That Council receives the Local Government Electoral Reform report.
Topic: Local Government Electoral Reform
That Council receives the Economy and Community Monthly Update - Activity in December 2025 report.
Topic: Economy and Community Monthly Update - Activity in December 2025
That Council request Administration provide a report on the suitability and process required to amend Hewett Crescent, Myponga Beach to one-way access and/or with a lowered speed limit, considered to be 'walking pace'.
That the minutes of the Ordinary Council Meeting held on 16 December 2025 as circulated to Councillors be confirmed as an accurate record of the proceedings of those meetings.
That Council: 1. Schedules a review of Council’s Township Reserves (Class 1-5) outlined within the 2019 Community Land Management Plan, 2. Review and consider potential amendments to service levels (particularly in relation to irrigation) in the Reserve Maintenance Standards document with respect to Council’s Township Reserves (Class 1-5), and 3. Endorses community consultation as part of this review process acknowledging that community feedback will form a key component of any review of service standards affecting the district.
C265 Moved: Cr Karin Hatch Seconded: Cr Davina Quirke In response to: a) The prolonged lack of rainfall and ongoing drought conditions experienced across our region since early 2024; b) The use of expensive potable water on non-native vegetation; c) The application of fertiliser and the use of weed-killing herbicides to maintain non-native vegetation; and d) In the quest for operational savings, that Council: 1. Schedules a review of Council’s Township Reserves (Class 1-5) outlined within the 2019 Community Land Management Plan, 2. Review and consider potential amendments to service levels (particularly in relation to irrigation) in the Reserve Maintenance Standards document with respect to Council’s Township Reserves (Class 1-5), and 3. Endorses community consultation as part of this review process acknowledging that community feedback will form a key component of any review of service standards affecting the district. CARRIED Cr Karin Hatch Called for a DIVISION The Mayor Declared the Vote Set Aside For: Cr Wayne Gibbs, Cr Shane Grocke, Cr Karin Hatch, Mayor Darryl Houston and Cr Tim Moffat Against: Cr Davina Quirke, Cr Lawrie Polomka and Cr Simon Rothwell The Mayor Declared the Motion CARRIED
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C2615 Moved: Cr Karin Hatch Seconded: Cr Wayne Gibbs 1. That the report on the December 2025 Monthly Finance Reports be received. CARRIED Unanimously
C263 Moved: Cr Davina Quirke Seconded: Cr Wayne Gibbs 1. That Council request Administration provide a report on the suitability and process required to amend Hewett Crescent, Myponga Beach to one-way access and/or with a lowered speed limit, considered to be 'walking pace'. LOST Cr Davina Quirke Called for a DIVISION The Mayor Declared the Vote Set Aside For: Cr Davina Quirke and Cr Tim Moffat Against: Cr Wayne Gibbs, Cr Shane Grocke, Cr Karin Hatch, Mayor Darryl Houston, Cr Lawrie Polomka and Cr Simon Rothwell The Mayor Declared the Motion LOST
C2616 Moved: Cr Karin Hatch Seconded: Cr Wayne Gibbs Cr Hatch left the meeting at 6:16pm 1. That Council received the Asset & Environment Update - January 2026 report. Cr Hatch returned to the meeting at 6:18pm CARRIED Unanimously
The meeting closed at 6:30 pm Confirmed: As an accurate record on 17 February 2026. Chairperson
C268 Moved: Cr Wayne Gibbs Seconded: Cr Karin Hatch 1. That Council receives the Policy Review Project Update - January 2026 report. 2. That Council notes the projected Project Plan for 2026 contained within the report. 3. That Council adopts the Activity on Council Land Policy V4.0 as presented as Attachment 1 to this report, subject to any further minor administrative amendments. CARRIED Unanimously
C2610 Moved: Cr Wayne Gibbs Seconded: Cr Simon Rothwell 1. That Council receives the Mid-Term Financial Plan (3-years) report. 2. That Council adopts the Mid-Term Financial Plan (Refer Attachment 2) as a guiding document for financial decision-making beyond the adopted Annual Budget recognising the Annual Budget has its own legislative processes. 3. That Council confirms that the Annual Business Plan and Budget and the 10-Year Long-Term Financial Plan remain the required statutory financial documents, and will continue to be prepared, consulted on and adopted annually in line with the legislative processes. 4. That Council confirms the intent of the Mid-Term Financial Plan is to support greater community awareness and understanding of how Council plans, prioritises and funds services and projects over a three-year horizon. 5. That Council empowers Administration to prepare the Mid-Term Financial Plan (based on the detail in Attachment 2) in a user-friendly format to assist with improved community engagement and understanding in line with Audit & Risk Committee Resolution A25064 (2 June 2025). 6. That Council note Year 2 of the Mid-Term Financial Plan provides the target numbers to commence the Elected Member Budget Workshops for the initial Draft 2026-27 Annual Budget. CARRIED Unanimously
C2611 Moved: Cr Karin Hatch Seconded: Cr Davina Quirke 1. That Council receives the Response to Audit & Risk Committee regarding FRWA Risk Management report. 2. That Council received the question from the Audit & Risk Committee October 2025 meeting in report 14.16 of the November 2025 Council Agenda. 3. That Council received an update from the FRWA CEO advising of the Authority's risk management processes in report 15.2 of the December 2025 Council Agenda. 4. That after considering the information presented over the years in FRWA update reports, and the specific information received from the FRWA CEO, Council provides the following response to the Audit & Risk Committee: Council, having reviewed FRWA's risk management and strategy for addressing its negative equity position and its potential impact on the District Council of Yankalilla, is NOT satisfied with FRWA's approach and endorses its continued vigilance in respect to both its risk management and financial sustainability practices, and seeks further improvement on both strategies. C2612 Moved: Cr Davina Quirke Seconded: FORMAL MOTION That the Question Lay on the Table Motion Lapsed for want of a Seconder Following the Formal Motion that the Question Lay on the Table lapsing for want for a Seconder, debate resumed on C2611. CARRIED Unanimously
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C269 Moved: Cr Lawrie Polomka Seconded: Cr Simon Rothwell 1. That Council receives the Asset Management for Heavy Plant 2026-2027 report. CARRIED Unanimously
C2613 Moved: Cr Wayne Gibbs Seconded: Cr Karin Hatch 1. That Council receives the 2 Hobart Road, corner Williss Drive, Normanville – Community Land Revocation report. 2. That Council approves the revocation report in relation to the land comprised in Certificate of Title Volume 5553 Folio 730 and the commencement of the process to revoke the land from its community land classification by undertaking public consultation. 3. That a further report be presented to Council following the outcome of the public consultation phase of the revocation process. AMENDMENT Moved: Cr Davina Quirke Seconded: 1. That Council receives the 2 Hobart Road, corner Williss Drive, Normanville - Community Land Revocation Report. 2. That Council receive the revocation report. 3. That Council undertake public consultation in relation to the land comprised in Certificate of Title Volume 5553 Folio 730 and the commencement of the process to revoke the land from its community land classification. 4. That a further report be presented to Council following the outcome of the public consultation phase of the revocation process. Motion Lapsed for want of a Seconder Following the proposed amendment lapsing for want of a seconder, debate resumed on the motion C2613. CARRIED
C2614 Moved: Cr Karin Hatch Seconded: Cr Wayne Gibbs 1. That Council receives the 2026/27 Council Festive Season Partial Closure report. 2. That Council confirm the following changes to Service Openings and Provisions: a. Civic Centre – Closed from 5:00pm Wednesday 23 December 2026 and reopening at 9:00am Monday 4 January 2027. b. The Yankalilla Library – Closed from 5:00pm Wednesday 23 December 2026 and reopening at 10:00am Tuesday 29 December 2026. With the exception of designated Public Holidays, the Library will resume ordinary hours from its reopening on 29 December 2026. c. The Fleurieu Coast Visitor Information Centre – Closed on Christmas Day and Boxing Day only to maximise service offerings through the peak visitor period and to support any other customers seeking service by Council. d. The Depot - Closed from 5:00pm Wednesday 23 December 2026 and reopen at 8:00am Monday 4 January 2027. The Depot will continue to operate through this closure period on an 'On-Call' Roster as well as an additional roster of staff to cover any emergencies beyond the on-call service. 2. That Administration provides clear notification to the community on the updated service arrangements for the 2026/27 Council Festive Season Partial Closure via the following means: a. Council Website b. Signage at Council Buildings i.e. Civic Centre, Library and Visitor Information Centre c. Links in Administration's Email Signatures throughout December d. Social media i.e. Council's Facebook Page e. Print Media including: i. In the Loop (Council Newsletter) ii. Yankalilla Regional News f. Myponga Mudlark g. Updated answering machine/ voicemail message for the closure period including emergency contact information h. Any other communications channels deemed appropriate by the Chief Executive Officer CARRIED Unanimously
C2618 Moved: Cr Tim Moffat Seconded: Cr Karin Hatch 1. That Council received the Chief Executive Officer Report. CARRIED Unanimously
C2619 Moved: Cr Karin Hatch Seconded: Cr Wayne Gibbs 1. That Council received the Council Committee Minutes report. 2. That Council notes the minutes of the CEO Performance and Remuneration Review Committee meeting held Monday 15 December 2025 as provided in Attachment 1 to this report. CARRIED Unanimously
C264 Moved: Cr Davina Quirke Seconded: Cr Wayne Gibbs 1. That Council advocate to the Department of Infrastructure and Transport for a range of traffic management measures to be implemented at Cape Jervis in line with the request received from the Cape Jervis Progress Association (Refer Attachment 1). CARRIED Unanimously
C266 Moved: Cr Shane Grocke Seconded: Cr Karin Hatch 1. That Council receive the Disability Access & Inclusion Plan (DAIP) 2026-2030 - Draft and Engagement Plan report. 2. That the Disability Access and Inclusion Plan 2026-2030 (provided in Attachment 1) be endorsed for public consultation as per the Community Engagement Plan (provided in Attachment 3), to be conducted from Thursday 29 January to Friday 27 February 2026. CARRIED Unanimously
C267 Moved: Cr Wayne Gibbs Seconded: Cr Davina Quirke 1. That Council receives the Local Government Electoral Reform report. CARRIED Unanimously
C2617 Moved: Cr Shane Grocke Seconded: Cr Davina Quirke 1. That Council receives the Economy and Community Monthly Update - Activity in December 2025 report. CARRIED Unanimously
Questions were asked and answered.
The meeting commenced at 4:02 pm.
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6.1 Mayors Report C262 Moved: Mayor Darryl Houston Seconded: Cr Karin Hatch That the Mayor's Report be included in the minutes of the meeting. CARRIED Unanimously December 11th Yankalilla RSL – Christmas Gathering 15th CEO Performance & Remuneration Review Committee 15th Strategic Financial Workshop 16th Pre Council Meeting 16th Ordinary Council Meeting 17th Community Consultation – Rate Review Drop In Session 18th Myponga Coffee Group Christmas Lunch 18th Depot BBQ 19th LGA Algal Bloom Briefing January 7th Meeting with Michael Waite - Normanville Tennis Club 8th Myponga Hall Rating Review Video Production 9th LGA Algal Bloom Briefing 12th CEO Monthly Meeting 13th Citizen of the Year Photo – Sue Speck 13th Meeting with Hon Leon Bignell and Jenni Mitton, Mawson candidate Rating Review – Phase 2 Phase 2 of the Engagement for our Rating Review has begun, and I encourage everyone to visit the Your Say Yankalilla website for more information https://www.yoursayyankalilla.com.au/rating-review-2025-26 or any of the following • Email us participate@yankalilla.sa.gov.au • Prefer a conversation? Contact Council staff on (08) 8558 0200 to arrange a time to discuss. • Come along to the Community Workshop at the Myponga Hall, Monday 19 January 3pm - 6:30pm • Provide feedback at the Pop-Up Engagement Stand, Australia Day celebrations at Memorial Park, Yankalilla, Monday 26 January 8am - 11am. • Provide a verbal submission to the Public Meeting, held in conjunction with the Council Meeting, Tuesday 17 February 6pm - 7pm. Greater Adelaide Freight Bypass Further to the Council resolution C25209 from October 2025, 1. That the Mayor's Report be included in the minutes of the meeting. 2. That Council supports the City of Burnside in its advocacy request regarding freight movements as per Attachment A to this report. We were notified that the City of Burnside wrote to MPs, Ministers and Department Heads to show collectively the support from Councils to support diverting heavy freight vehicles away from residential suburbs. The media release from the City of Burnside can be read here: 30 per cent of SA councils support the Greater Adelaide Freight Bypass - City of Burnside
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".
Cr Hatch provided a verbal report on her attendance at the CCA AGM.
Nathan Cunningham – Chief Executive Officer Cr David Olsson
Cr Moffat provided a verbal report on his attendance at the FRCSAC meeting.
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Background Following many concerns raised by patrons of the Rapid Bay Campground (RBCG) and followed up by questions by the local Community, I have driven past the Campground on several occasions and noted that there is a sign stating 'no vacancy' but there appears to be a significant number of vacant allotments. Question Could the CEO please provide answers to the following questions: 1. Has there been any changes or restrictions placed on the capacity or number of sites available at the RBCG? 2. Is there a cap on the number of people allowed to stay at any one time? 3. Has there been any reduction in the Ground Maintenance and watering levels over the past 12 months? 4. What is the current situation with the repairs/renewal of the septic system? Response 1. Changes or restrictions to campground capacity or number of sites were implemented as a management response at the conclusion of the previous lessee's contract. This approach was adopted to support orderly site operations, improve the visitor experience, reduce crowding pressures, and manage safety risks associated with access and egress within the campground. Current management practices delivered by Belgravia continue this approach and provide clearer oversight of the footprint of individual campsites, including the number of vehicles, watercraft such as jet skis, and other equipment accompanying guests. This level of overall management certainly differs from the operations by the previous lessee however this enables more consistent site allocation, reduces site encroachment, and supports safer and more equitable use of shared campground spaces. 2. During the period of Council management, guest numbers were capped at 135 people per day, and these capacity levels have been maintained under the current management arrangements. The cap ensures the existing onsite septic system operates within its design capacity, particularly during extended periods of high occupancy with these measures in place to ensure appropriate management of public health, environmental protection, and regulatory compliance. 3. Ground watering levels have been reduced over the past 12 months in response to prevailing drought conditions and extended periods of dry weather. The campground is not connected to mains water and has limited infrastructure and roof area available for rainwater harvesting. Water is drawn from Stockyard Creek, and reduced extraction represents an environmentally responsible management approach aimed at protecting creek health and local water resources. General feedback trends from campground visitors (as advised by site managers) have not picked up on this shift in water use. 4. As has been previously reported, the existing septic system is being assessed for replacement. The soakage area has reached the end of its useful life and was originally undersized for the capacity at which previous campground managers operated the park. Currently, waste is managed by maintaining a sustainable number of patrons at the site and increasing the frequency of tank pumping by Veolia (at cost) to ensure the system remains functional. As the system has reached the end of its life, Officers are working with industry experts to design an appropriate replacement. The new system will need to be larger than the current one to meet operational requirements and allow for potential increases in patron numbers. The project is currently in the planning stage. Budget allocation for a full design and build is likely to be sought in the next business planning cycle. Several key stakeholders must be involved in this project, including SA Health, the EPA, and Aboriginal heritage groups, given significant cultural heritage in the area. Meaningful engagement with these groups is essential, this also has an impact on project time frames.
4.1 Confirmation of Minutes C261 Moved: Cr Wayne Gibbs Seconded: Cr Karin Hatch That the minutes of the Ordinary Council Meeting held on 16 December 2025 as circulated to Councillors be confirmed as an accurate record of the proceedings of those meetings. 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 Simon Rothwell and Cr Tim Moffat Against: Cr Davina Quirke and Cr Lawrie Polomka The Mayor Declared the Motion CARRIED
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Question In line with Council's adopted Strategic Plan and the objective to reduce overall debt for the long-term financial sustainability of our community, can the Chief Executive Officer please advise: 1. What specific levers, mechanisms, or policy decisions are available to Elected Members under the Local Government Act 1999 and Council's current financial framework to actively decrease Council's debt? 2. What are the potential impacts (financial, operational, and community outcomes) of exercising these levers, including any associated risks or trade-offs? 3. Are there any upcoming opportunities within the current budget cycle or forward estimates where Elected Members can influence debt reduction strategies without compromising service delivery or strategic priorities? Response Some information is provided below in response to this Question on Notice with these extracts being taken directly from a Report already prepared for this Council Agenda titled Mid-term Financial Plan (3 years). 1. The current Administration and Elected Members have spent significant time over the past 2 years working on the financial levers, mechanisms, and policy decisions available to the Elected Members under the Local Government Act 1999 and Council's adopted financial framework. There is also a specific 'Financial Levers' body of work that is regularly reported on by Administration to Council (see reports in November, October, July and May 2025 Council Agendas). Given the Strategic Financial Workshops have culminated in a draft Mid-Term Financial Plan, and the financial levers have been key to developing this plan, there is a separate report in this Agenda for the Mid-Term Financial Plan that identifies how Elected Members can (and have) use(d) the Act to influence debt. Please refer to Attachment 1 in the Mid-Term Financial Plan report for more detailed identification. 2. A high-level analysis of potential impacts is supplied in the table below. Further analysis would require more time than afforded to answer a question on notice and would be suitable for a request for a report if required. Lever Direct Impact on Debt Financial Impact Operational Impact Community Impact Key Risks / Trade-offs Rate setting Indirect Improves cash flow and reduces reliance on borrowing Greater budget stability Affordability pressures Community acceptance; cost-of-living sensitivity Fees & charges Indirect Improves cost recovery Better alignment of cost and service Perceived user-pay impacts Equity concerns Capital program size & timing High Reduces new borrowings Slower or staged delivery Deferred infrastructure benefits Asset condition risks if renewals delayed Renewal vs New Assets High Lower long-term debt and depreciation Focus on core assets Maintains existing service levels Reduced expansion or amenity upgrades Borrowing strategy High Lower interest and debt ratios Reduced financial flexibility Long-term affordability Short-term cash pressure Service level decisions Medium Improves operating position Service redesign or prioritisation Potential service changes Community expectations Efficiency & Service Reviews Medium Frees cash for debt reduction Workforce and process change Minimal if well targeted Change management risk Financial & Asset Policies Medium (long-term) Prevents future debt growth Consistent decision-making Predictable outcomes Reduced short-term flexibility 3. Reducing debt does not rely on a single decision. It is the cumulative outcome of consistent choices about capital, services, revenue, and policy discipline over time. Elected Members already hold the levers and have been using them well over the last 3 years. The additional training supplied through the Strategic Financial Workshops has provided Elected Members with potentially more financial information than any other group of Elected Members across the state. Given Council has been working heavily on financial sustainability for over 2 years now, and the results of such efforts are now becoming obvious, Council's opportunity lies in being consistent and staying the course. The recently updated and fully integrated set of core statutory and strategic plans required under the Local Government Act 1999 should be used more explicitly and consistently as decision filters for all significant financial, service and capital decisions — particularly where debt, long-term affordability, or service expansion is involved. Council should strengthen the line of sight between decisions and adopted plans, by formally and visibly using the strategic suite as mandatory reference points in Council reports, workshops, and resolutions — particularly where decisions may affect debt: • Strategic Community Plan VISION 2030 • Annual Business Plan & Budget (1 Year) • Mid-Term Financial Plan (3 Years) • Long-Term Financial Plan (10 Years) • Asset Management Plan (AMP) Summary and Individual AMP's A separate report on the Mid-Term Financial Plan (3 Years) reinforces the importance of applying financial levers and choices deliberately and consistently at key decision points, using Council's strategic documents as decision-making filters.
Question 1. Given the timber stairs at Myponga Beach provide quick and safe access from the Carpark to the beach and remove pedestrian traffic from the road, can the CEO please provide an estimated timeframe for the repair of these stairs that were damaged during the 2025 storm events. Response As reported to Council via the monthly Assets & Environment Report in December 2025, the Coastal Protection Grant Application submitted was unfortunately not successful. One of the elements to be covered/ repaired under the Grant funding was planned to be the Myponga Beach Access Stairs. On receipt of the information that the application was unsuccessful, officers reassessed the stairs and determined to replace them through use of skilled in-house resources. These works were assessed and have now been completed as of 15 January 2026.
Mayor Darryl Houston Cr Lawrie Polomka Cr Simon Rothwell Cr Wayne Gibbs Cr Shane Grocke Cr Karin Hatch Cr Tim Moffat Cr Davina Quirke STAFF Mark Gibson Acting Chief Executive Officer Ben Thompson Director Corporate Services Jodie Summer Executive Manager Financial Sustainability Lisa Pearson Group Manager Economy & Community Nick Noack Acting Director Assets & Environment Michyla Lewis Minute Taker (Governance and Policy Officer) Sophie Maclay-Ross Governance and Communications Support Officer Ali Barnes Community Project Officer
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Question 1. Can the CEO provide an explanation for the following: a. Why the 'No Reverse Parking' signs have been installed at the Normanville Foreshore; and b. How this decision is linked to the Council By-laws? 2. Is it feasible for Administration to alter or amend the decision to implement ‘No Reverse Parking' at the Normanville Foreshore? Response 1.a. It is acknowledged that this question might have been triggered from one recent complaint however (as explained to the complainant), the signs were installed to address a pedestrian safety issue identified by feedback from users and during a traffic assessment. When vehicles reverse into bays, particularly longer vehicles such as utes and SUVs, the rear often overhangs the footpath, obstructing pedestrian access with the issue exacerbated by tow bars and tailgates. Wheel stops in place are not designed to completely prevent this and this type of parking forces pedestrians, including those using mobility aids, prams, or wheelchairs, onto the roadway, creating a significant safety risk or onto the grass area which is not easily traversable for all people. The front-in parking requirement addresses this risk and helps maintain a clear, continuous footpath for all users whilst also reducing confusion for those traversing the car park when vehicles are moving or parking. 1.b. This is not a Council By-law. It is established as a requirement under the Australian Road Rules (ARR), which apply nationally and are adopted in South Australia. Specifically, ARR states that drivers must park in accordance with any posted signs or markings. The “Front-In Parking Only" signage is a lawful traffic control device installed in this circumstance for risk management purposes, and compliance is mandatory under the ARR. 2. The parking conditions were introduced to address a documented safety risk. A decision which is contrary to a risk assessment is not appropriate in these circumstances. If Council wishes to further consider altering this arrangement, a motion could be moved seeking that the CEO engage a suitably qualified traffic engineer to: • Undertake a further study of the site, • Assess alternative parking treatments or design modifications, • Provide recommendations for works or controls that resolve the footpath overhang issue while maintaining safety and functionality, and • Provide costings for any potential alteration works. The outcome of that qualified assessment can not be directed.
Questions were asked and answered.
Cr Quirke provided a verbal report on her activities during December 2025 and January 2026.
Background Following questions from concerned members of the rural Community regarding the lack of slashing of roadside plant growth, I undertook some drives around the area. Given we are well into Summer, it is disappointing and concerning to see that a significant fire danger still exists with significant flammable material remaining on roadsides. Concerns have been raised about spraying long grass increasing fire risk if it is not slashed within a short period, increased fire risk of slashing grass this late in the season and some stating that roads in their area are not being slashed at all. Question In addition to the information relating to Fire Prevention and works already provided in the regular Assets & Environment Monthly Update is it possible to include more information: I acknowledge that it is a significant amount of information requested and may be able to be provided in the February Report that covers queries such as those listed below? Q - Is DCY responsible for roadside maintenance of State controlled roads including Main South Road? A - No Q - What machinery does the Council own for the purpose of roadside slashing in preparation for fire prevention? A - For February 2026 Q - When were the roadside major plant items purchased? A - For February 2026 Q - How many kms of roadside need slashing each year? A - For February 2026 Q - How many kms have been completed so far this year? A - Roads rather than road lengths to be provided in February 2026 (noting that a list of 50+ roads were provided in the December 2025 report) Q - On average, how many kms of slashing per hour are achieved? A – Roads, rather than road lengths are likely to be able to be provided in February 2026 Q - On average, what is the cost per km to Council? (including staff time, maintenance & depreciation of machinery) A – Unlikely to be able to be provided given the manual nature of this exercise Q - What are the benefits of spraying plants that are no longer actively growing and still require slashing? Does the Council consider risks of herbicide resistance when applying herbicides? A – For February 2026 Q - Has a comprehensive cost versus benefit analysis of managing roadside slashing by Council compared to contracting the service been undertaken and if so, please provide a summary of the information? A – For February 2026 Q - Has any consideration been given to offering a rate rebate to Farmers that are willing to manage their own roadside slashing programme? A – Allowing private citizens to undertake work on Council land would be outside of the Councils adopted risk appetite. Q - Is the current budget allocation for slashing sufficient to meet Council's legislative requirements? A – For February 2026 Response Further to the point-by-point responses above, officers will endeavor to include further information within the monthly Asset and Environment report as requested (where the information is known and available). On the face of it, most of the information would be able to be provided through the report to the February 2026 Council meeting with the exception of matters of costs per Km which are unlikely to be provided as this would take significant manual extraction work from timesheets to correlate.
4.1 Confirmation of Minutes C261 Moved: Cr Wayne Gibbs Seconded: Cr Karin Hatch That the minutes of the Ordinary Council Meeting held on 16 December 2025 as circulated to Councillors be confirmed as an accurate record of the proceedings of those meetings. 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 Simon Rothwell and Cr Tim Moffat Against: Cr Davina Quirke and Cr Lawrie Polomka The Mayor Declared the Motion CARRIED
6.1 Mayors Report C262 Moved: Mayor Darryl Houston Seconded: Cr Karin Hatch That the Mayor's Report be included in the minutes of the meeting. CARRIED Unanimously December 11th Yankalilla RSL – Christmas Gathering 15th CEO Performance & Remuneration Review Committee 15th Strategic Financial Workshop 16th Pre Council Meeting 16th Ordinary Council Meeting 17th Community Consultation – Rate Review Drop In Session 18th Myponga Coffee Group Christmas Lunch 18th Depot BBQ 19th LGA Algal Bloom Briefing January 7th Meeting with Michael Waite - Normanville Tennis Club
The recently updated and fully integrated set of core statutory and strategic plans required under the Local Government Act 1999 should be used more explicitly and consistently as decision filters for all significant financial, service and capital decisions — particularly where debt, long-term affordability, or service expansion is involved. Council should strengthen the line of sight between decisions and adopted plans, by formally and visibly using the strategic suite as mandatory reference points in Council reports, workshops, and resolutions — particularly where decisions may affect debt: • Strategic Community Plan VISION 2030 • Annual Business Plan & Budget (1 Year) • Mid-Term Financial Plan (3 Years) • Long-Term Financial Plan (10 Years) • Asset Management Plan (AMP) Summary and Individual AMP's A separate report on the Mid-Term Financial Plan (3 Years) reinforces the importance of applying financial levers and choices deliberately and consistently at key decision points, using Council's strategic documents as decision-making filters.
Background Following many concerns raised by patrons of the Rapid Bay Campground (RBCG) and followed up by questions by the local Community, I have driven past the Campground on several occasions and noted that there is a sign stating 'no vacancy' but there appears to be a significant number of vacant allotments. Question Could the CEO please provide answers to the following questions: 1. Has there been any changes or restrictions placed on the capacity or number of sites available at the RBCG? 2. Is there a cap on the number of people allowed to stay at any one time? 3. Has there been any reduction in the Ground Maintenance and watering levels over the past 12 months? 4. What is the current situation with the repairs/renewal of the septic system? Response 1. Changes or restrictions to campground capacity or number of sites were implemented as a management response at the conclusion of the previous lessee's contract. This approach was adopted to support orderly site operations, improve the visitor experience, reduce crowding pressures, and manage safety risks associated with access and egress within the campground.
Concerns have been raised about spraying long grass increasing fire risk if it is not slashed within a short period, increased fire risk of slashing grass this late in the season and some stating that roads in their area are not being slashed at all. Question In addition to the information relating to Fire Prevention and works already provided in the regular Assets & Environment Monthly Update is it possible to include more information: I acknowledge that it is a significant amount of information requested and may be able to be provided in the February Report that covers queries such as those listed below? Q - Is DCY responsible for roadside maintenance of State controlled roads including Main South Road? A - No Q - What machinery does the Council own for the purpose of roadside slashing in preparation for fire prevention? A - For February 2026 Q - When were the roadside major plant items purchased? A - For February 2026 Q - How many kms of roadside need slashing each year? A - For February 2026 Q - How many kms have been completed so far this year? A - Roads rather than road lengths to be provided in February 2026 (noting that a list of 50+ roads were provided in the December 2025 report) Q - On average, how many kms of slashing per hour are achieved? A – Roads, rather than road lengths are likely to be able to be provided in February 2026 Q - On average, what is the cost per km to Council? (including staff time, maintenance & depreciation of machinery) A - Unlikely to be able to be provided given the manual nature of this exercise Q - What are the benefits of spraying plants that are no longer actively growing and still require slashing? Does the Council consider risks of herbicide resistance when applying herbicides? A – For February 2026 Q - Has a comprehensive cost versus benefit analysis of managing roadside slashing by Council compared to contracting the service been undertaken and if so, please provide a summary of the information? A – For February 2026 Q - Has any consideration been given to offering a rate rebate to Farmers that are willing to manage their own roadside slashing programme? A – Allowing private citizens to undertake work on Council land would be outside of the Councils adopted risk appetite.
Questions were asked and answered.
C265 Moved: Cr Karin Hatch Seconded: Cr Davina Quirke In response to: a) The prolonged lack of rainfall and ongoing drought conditions experienced across our region since early 2024; b) The use of expensive potable water on non-native vegetation; c) The application of fertiliser and the use of weed-killing herbicides to maintain non-native vegetation; and d) In the quest for operational savings, that Council: 1. Schedules a review of Council's Township Reserves (Class 1-5) outlined within the 2019 Community Land Management Plan, 2. Review and consider potential amendments to service levels (particularly in relation to irrigation) in the Reserve Maintenance Standards document with respect to Council's Township Reserves (Class 1-5), and 3. Endorses community consultation as part of this review process acknowledging that community feedback will form a key component of any review of service standards affecting the district. CARRIED Cr Karin Hatch Called for a DIVISION The Mayor Declared the Vote Set Aside For: Cr Wayne Gibbs, Cr Shane Grocke, Cr Karin Hatch, Mayor Darryl Houston and Cr Tim Moffat Against: Cr Davina Quirke, Cr Lawrie Polomka and Cr Simon Rothwell The Mayor Declared the Motion CARRIED
14.1 Disability Access & Inclusion Plan (DAIP) 2026-2030 - Draft and Engagement Plan C266 Moved: Cr Shane Grocke Seconded: Cr Karin Hatch 1. That Council receive the Disability Access & Inclusion Plan (DAIP) 2026-2030 - Draft and Engagement Plan report. 2. That the Disability Access and Inclusion Plan 2026-2030 (provided in Attachment 1) be endorsed for public consultation as per the Community Engagement Plan (provided in Attachment 3), to be conducted from Thursday 29 January to Friday 27 February 2026. CARRIED Unanimously
C268 Moved: Cr Wayne Gibbs Seconded: Cr Karin Hatch 1. That Council receives the Policy Review Project Update - January 2026 report. 2. That Council notes the projected Project Plan for 2026 contained within the report. 3. That Council adopts the Activity on Council Land Policy V4.0 as presented as Attachment 1 to this report, subject to any further minor administrative amendments. CARRIED Unanimously
C2616 Moved: Cr Karin Hatch Seconded: Cr Wayne Gibbs Cr Hatch left the meeting at 6:16pm 1. That Council received the Asset & Environment Update - January 2026 report. Cr Hatch returned to the meeting at 6:18pm CARRIED Unanimously
C2618 Moved: Cr Tim Moffat Seconded: Cr Karin Hatch 1. That Council received the Chief Executive Officer Report. CARRIED Unanimously
Questions were asked and answered.
The meeting closed at 6:30 pm Confirmed: As an accurate record on 17 February 2026. Chairperson
Nathan Cunningham – Chief Executive Officer Cr David Olsson
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Further to the Council resolution C25209 from October 2025, 1. That the Mayor's Report be included in the minutes of the meeting. 2. That Council supports the City of Burnside in its advocacy request regarding freight movements as per Attachment A to this report. We were notified that the City of Burnside wrote to MPs, Ministers and Department Heads to show collectively the support from Councils to support diverting heavy freight vehicles away from residential suburbs. The media release from the City of Burnside can be read here: 30 per cent of SA councils support the Greater Adelaide Freight Bypass - City of Burnside
10.1 Long-Term Financial Sustainability Objectives Question In line with Council's adopted Strategic Plan and the objective to reduce overall debt for the long- term financial sustainability of our community, can the Chief Executive Officer please advise: 1. What specific levers, mechanisms, or policy decisions are available to Elected Members under the Local Government Act 1999 and Council's current financial framework to actively decrease Council's debt? 2. What are the potential impacts (financial, operational, and community outcomes) of exercising these levers, including any associated risks or trade-offs? 3. Are there any upcoming opportunities within the current budget cycle or forward estimates where Elected Members can influence debt reduction strategies without compromising service delivery or strategic priorities? Response Some information is provided below in response to this Question on Notice with these extracts being taken directly from a Report already prepared for this Council Agenda titled Mid-term Financial Plan (3 years). 1. The current Administration and Elected Members have spent significant time over the past 2 years working on the financial levers, mechanisms, and policy decisions available to the Elected Members under the Local Government Act 1999 and Council's adopted financial framework. There is also a specific 'Financial Levers' body of work that is regularly reported on by Administration to Council (see reports in November, October, July and May 2025 Council Agendas). Given the Strategic Financial Workshops have culminated in a draft Mid-Term Financial Plan, and the financial levers have been key to developing this plan, there is a separate report in this Agenda for the Mid-Term Financial Plan that identifies how Elected Members can (and have) use(d) the Act to influence debt. Please refer to Attachment 1 in the Mid-Term Financial Plan report for more detailed identification. 2. A high-level analysis of potential impacts is supplied in the table below. Further analysis would require more time than afforded to answer a question on notice and would be suitable for a request for a report if required.
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Current management practices delivered by Belgravia continue this approach and provide clearer oversight of the footprint of individual campsites, including the number of vehicles, watercraft such as jet skis, and other equipment accompanying guests. This level of overall management certainly differs from the operations by the previous lessee however this enables more consistent site allocation, reduces site encroachment, and supports safer and more equitable use of shared campground spaces. 2. During the period of Council management, guest numbers were capped at 135 people per day, and these capacity levels have been maintained under the current management arrangements. The cap ensures the existing onsite septic system operates within its design capacity, particularly during extended periods of high occupancy with these measures in place to ensure appropriate management of public health, environmental protection, and regulatory compliance. 3. Ground watering levels have been reduced over the past 12 months in response to prevailing drought conditions and extended periods of dry weather. The campground is not connected to mains water and has limited infrastructure and roof area available for rainwater harvesting. Water is drawn from Stockyard Creek, and reduced extraction represents an environmentally responsible management approach aimed at protecting creek health and local water resources. General feedback trends from campground visitors (as advised by site managers) have not picked up on this shift in water use. 4. As has been previously reported, the existing septic system is being assessed for replacement. The soakage area has reached the end of its useful life and was originally undersized for the capacity at which previous campground managers operated the park. Currently, waste is managed by maintaining a sustainable number of patrons at the site and increasing the frequency of tank pumping by Veolia (at cost) to ensure the system remains functional. As the system has reached the end of its life, Officers are working with industry experts to design an appropriate replacement. The new system will need to be larger than the current one to meet operational requirements and allow for potential increases in patron numbers. The project is currently in the planning stage. Budget allocation for a full design and build is likely to be sought in the next business planning cycle. Several key stakeholders must be involved in this project, including SA Health, the EPA, and Aboriginal heritage groups, given significant cultural heritage in the area. Meaningful engagement with these groups is essential, this also has an impact on project time frames.
Phase 2 of the Engagement for our Rating Review has begun, and I encourage everyone to visit the Your Say Yankalilla website for more information https://www.yoursayyankalilla.com.au/rating-review-2025-26 or any of the following • Email us participate@yankalilla.sa.gov.au • Prefer a conversation? Contact Council staff on (08) 8558 0200 to arrange a time to discuss. • Come along to the Community Workshop at the Myponga Hall, Monday 19 January 3pm - 6:30pm • Provide feedback at the Pop-Up Engagement Stand, Australia Day celebrations at Memorial Park, Yankalilla, Monday 26 January 8am - 11am. • Provide a verbal submission at the Public Meeting, held in conjunction with the Council Meeting, Tuesday 17 February 6pm - 7pm.
Question 1. Can the CEO provide an explanation for the following: a. Why the 'No Reverse Parking' signs have been installed at the Normanville Foreshore; and b. How this decision is linked to the Council By-laws? 2. Is it feasible for Administration to alter or amend the decision to implement ‘No Reverse Parking' at the Normanville Foreshore? Response 1.a. It is acknowledged that this question might have been triggered from one recent complaint however (as explained to the complainant), the signs were installed to address a pedestrian safety issue identified by feedback from users and during a traffic assessment. When vehicles reverse into bays, particularly longer vehicles such as utes and SUVs, the rear often overhangs the footpath, obstructing pedestrian access with the issue exacerbated by tow bars and tailgates. Wheel stops in place are not designed to completely prevent this and this type of parking forces pedestrians, including those using mobility aids, prams, or wheelchairs, onto the roadway, creating a significant safety risk or onto the grass area which is not easily traversable for all people. The front-in parking requirement addresses this risk and helps maintain a clear, continuous footpath for all users whilst also reducing confusion for those traversing the car park when vehicles are moving or parking. 1.b. This is not a Council By-law. It is established as a requirement under the Australian Road Rules (ARR), which apply nationally and are adopted in South Australia. Specifically, ARR states that drivers must park in accordance with any posted signs or markings. The “Front-In Parking Only" signage is a lawful traffic control device installed in this circumstance for risk management purposes, and compliance is mandatory under the ARR. 2. The parking conditions were introduced to address a documented safety risk. A decision which is contrary to a risk assessment is not appropriate in these circumstances. If Council wishes to further consider altering this arrangement, a motion could be moved seeking that the CEO engage a suitably qualified traffic engineer to: • Undertake a further study of the site, • Assess alternative parking treatments or design modifications, • Provide recommendations for works or controls that resolve the footpath overhang issue while maintaining safety and functionality, and • Provide costings for any potential alteration works. The outcome of that qualified assessment can not be directed.
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Question 1. Given the timber stairs at Myponga Beach provide quick and safe access from the Carpark to the beach and remove pedestrian traffic from the road, can the CEO please provide an estimated timeframe for the repair of these stairs that were damaged during the 2025 storm events. Response As reported to Council via the monthly Assets & Environment Report in December 2025, the Coastal Protection Grant Application submitted was unfortunately not successful. One of the elements to be covered/ repaired under the Grant funding was planned to be the Myponga Beach Access Stairs. On receipt of the information that the application was unsuccessful, officers reassessed the stairs and determined to replace them through use of skilled in-house resources. These works were assessed and have now been completed as of 15 January 2026.
C269 Moved: Cr Lawrie Polomka Seconded: Cr Simon Rothwell 1. That Council receives the Asset Management for Heavy Plant 2026-2027 report. CARRIED Unanimously
Background Following questions from concerned members of the rural Community regarding the lack of slashing of roadside plant growth, I undertook some drives around the area. Given we are well into Summer, it is disappointing and concerning to see that a significant fire danger still exists with significant flammable material remaining on roadsides.
Q - Is the current budget allocation for slashing sufficient to meet Council's legislative requirements? A – For February 2026 Response Further to the point-by-point responses above, officers will endeavor to include further information within the monthly Asset and Environment report as requested (where the information is known and available). On the face of it, most of the information would be able to be provided through the report to the February 2026 Council meeting with the exception of matters of costs per Km which are unlikely to be provided as this would take significant manual extraction work from timesheets to correlate.
C2610 Moved: Cr Wayne Gibbs Seconded: Cr Simon Rothwell 1. That Council receives the Mid-Term Financial Plan (3-years) report. 2. That Council adopts the Mid-Term Financial Plan (Refer Attachment 2) as a guiding document for financial decision-making beyond the adopted Annual Budget recognising the Annual Budget has its own legislative processes. 3. That Council confirms that the Annual Business Plan and Budget and the 10-Year Long- Term Financial Plan remain the required statutory financial documents, and will continue to be prepared, consulted on and adopted annually in line with the legislative processes. 4. That Council confirms the intent of the Mid-Term Financial Plan is to support greater community awareness and understanding of how Council plans, prioritises and funds services and projects over a three-year horizon. 5. That Council empowers Administration to prepare the Mid-Term Financial Plan (based on the detail in Attachment 2) in a user-friendly format to assist with improved community
C2613 Moved: Cr Wayne Gibbs Seconded: Cr Karin Hatch 1. That Council receives the 2 Hobart Road, corner Williss Drive, Normanville – Community Land Revocation report. 2. That Council approves the revocation report in relation to the land comprised in Certificate of Title Volume 5553 Folio 730 and the commencement of the process to revoke the land from its community land classification by undertaking public consultation. 3. That a further report be presented to Council following the outcome of the public consultation phase of the revocation process. AMENDMENT Moved: Cr Davina Quirke Seconded: 1. That Council receives the 2 Hobart Road, corner Williss Drive, Normanville - Community Land Revocation Report. 2. That Council receive the revocation report. 3. That Council undertake public consultation in relation to the land comprised in Certificate of Title Volume 5553 Folio 730 and the commencement of the process to revoke the land from its community land classification. 4. That a further report be presented to Council following the outcome of the public consultation phase of the revocation process. Motion Lapsed for want of a Seconder Following the proposed amendment lapsing for want for a seconder, debate resumed on the motion C2613. CARRIED
C2615 Moved: Cr Karin Hatch Seconded: Cr Wayne Gibbs 1. That the report on the December 2025 Monthly Finance Reports be received. CARRIED Unanimously
C2617 Moved: Cr Shane Grocke Seconded: Cr Davina Quirke 1. That Council receives the Economy and Community Monthly Update - Activity in December 2025 report. CARRIED Unanimously
C267 Moved: Cr Wayne Gibbs Seconded: Cr Davina Quirke 1. That Council receives the Local Government Electoral Reform report. CARRIED Unanimously
engagement and understanding in line with Audit & Risk Committee Resolution A25064 (2 June 2025). 6. That Council note Year 2 of the Mid-Term Financial Plan provides the target numbers to commence the Elected Member Budget Workshops for the initial Draft 2026-27 Annual Budget. CARRIED Unanimously
C2614 Moved: Cr Karin Hatch Seconded: Cr Wayne Gibbs 1. That Council receives the 2026/27 Council Festive Season Partial Closure report. 2. That Council confirm the following changes to Service Openings and Provisions: a. Civic Centre – Closed from 5:00pm Wednesday 23 December 2026 and reopening at 9:00am Monday 4 January 2027. b. The Yankalilla Library – Closed from 5:00pm Wednesday 23 December 2026 and reopening at 10:00am Tuesday 29 December 2026. With the exception of designated Public Holidays, the Library will resume ordinary hours from its reopening on 29 December 2026.
c. The Fleurieu Coast Visitor Information Centre – Closed on Christmas Day and Boxing Day only to maximise service offerings through the peak visitor period and to support any other customers seeking service by Council. d. The Depot - Closed from 5:00pm Wednesday 23 December 2026 and reopen at 8:00am Monday 4 January 2027. The Depot will continue to operate through this closure period on an 'On-Call' Roster as well as an additional roster of staff to cover any emergencies beyond the on-call service. 2. That Administration provides clear notification to the community on the updated service arrangements for the 2026/27 Council Festive Season Partial Closure via the following means: a. Council Website b. Signage at Council Buildings i.e. Civic Centre, Library and Visitor Information Centre c. Links in Administration's Email Signatures throughout December d. Social media i.e. Council's Facebook Page e. Print Media including: i. In the Loop (Council Newsletter) ii. Yankalilla Regional News f. Myponga Mudlark g. Updated answering machine/ voicemail message for the closure period including emergency contact information h. Any other communications channels deemed appropriate by the Chief Executive Officer CARRIED Unanimously
C2619 Moved: Cr Karin Hatch Seconded: Cr Wayne Gibbs 1. That Council received the Council Committee Minutes report. 2. That Council notes the minutes of the CEO Performance and Remuneration Review Committee meeting held Monday 15 December 2025 as provided in Attachment 1 to this report. CARRIED Unanimously
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7.1. Councillor's Report - Cr Quirke Cr Quirke provided a verbal report on her activities during December 2025 and January 2026. 7.2. Councillor's Report - Cr Hatch Cr Hatch provided a verbal report on her attendance at the CCA AGM.
Cr Moffat provided a verbal report on his attendance at the FRCSAC meeting.
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Lever Direct Impact on Debt Financial Impact Operational Impact Community Impact Key Risks / Trade-offs Rate setting Indirect Improves cash flow and reduces reliance on borrowing Greater budget stability Affordability pressures Community acceptance; cost-of-living sensitivity Fees & charges Indirect Improves cost recovery Better alignment of cost and service Perceived user-pay impacts Equity concerns Capital program size & timing High Reduces new borrowings Slower or staged delivery Deferred infrastructure benefits Asset condition risks if renewals delayed Renewal vs New Assets High Lower long term debt and depreciation Focus on core assets Maintains existing service levels Reduced expansion or amenity upgrades Borrowing strategy High Lower interest and debt ratios Reduced financial flexibility Long-term affordability Short-term cash pressure Service level decisions Medium Improves operating position Service redesign or prioritisation Potential service changes Community expectations Efficiency & Service Reviews Medium Frees cash for debt reduction Workforce and process change Minimal if well targeted Change management risk Financial & Asset Policies Medium (long term) Prevents future debt growth Consistent decision making Predictable outcomes Reduced short-term flexibility 3. Reducing debt does not rely on a single decision. It is the cumulative outcome of consistent choices about capital, services, revenue, and policy discipline over time. Elected Members already hold the levers and have been using them well over the last 3 years. The additional training supplied through the Strategic Financial Workshops has provided Elected Members with potentially more financial information than any other group of Elected Members across the state. Given Council has been working heavily on financial sustainability for over 2 years now, and the results of such efforts are now becoming obvious, Council's opportunity lies in being consistent and staying the course.
12.1 Changes to Traffic Conditions - Hewett Crescent, Myponga Beach C263 Moved: Cr Davina Quirke Seconded: Cr Wayne Gibbs 1. That Council request Administration provide a report on the suitability and process required to amend Hewett Crescent, Myponga Beach to one-way access and/or with a lowered speed limit, considered to be 'walking pace'. LOST Cr Davina Quirke Called for a DIVISION The Mayor Declared the Vote Set Aside For: Cr Davina Quirke and Cr Tim Moffat Against: Cr Wayne Gibbs, Cr Shane Grocke, Cr Karin Hatch, Mayor Darryl Houston, Cr Lawrie Polomka and Cr Simon Rothwell The Mayor Declared the Motion LOST 12.2 Traffic Management Advocacy for Cape Jervis C264 Moved: Cr Davina Quirke Seconded: Cr Wayne Gibbs 1. That Council advocate to the Department of Infrastructure and Transport for a range of traffic management measures to be implemented at Cape Jervis in line with the request received from the Cape Jervis Progress Association (Refer Attachment 1). CARRIED Unanimously
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C2611 Moved: Cr Karin Hatch Seconded: Cr Davina Quirke 1. That Council receives the Response to Audit & Risk Committee regarding FRWA Risk Management report. 2. That Council received the question from the Audit & Risk Committee October 2025 meeting in report 14.16 of the November 2025 Council Agenda. 3. That Council received an update from the FRWA CEO advising of the Authority's risk management processes in report 15.2 of the December 2025 Council Agenda. 4. That after considering the information presented over the years in FRWA update reports, and the specific information received from the FRWA CEO, Council provides the following response to the Audit & Risk Committee: Council, having reviewed FRWA's risk management and strategy for addressing its negative equity position and its potential impact on the District Council of Yankalilla, is NOT satisfied with FRWA's approach and endorses its continued vigilance in respect to both its risk management and financial sustainability practices, and seeks further improvement on both strategies. C2612 Moved: Cr Davina Quirke Seconded: FORMAL MOTION That the Question Lay on the Table Motion Lapsed for want of a Seconder Following the Formal Motion that the Question Lay on the Table lapsing for want for a Seconder, debate resumed on C2611. CARRIED Unanimously
Mark Gibson Acting Chief Executive Officer Ben Thompson Director Corporate Services Jodie Summer Executive Manager Financial Sustainability Lisa Pearson Group Manager Economy & Community Nick Noack Acting Director Assets & Environment Michyla Lewis Minute Taker (Governance and Policy Officer) Sophie Maclay-Ross Governance and Communications Support Officer Ali Barnes Community Project Officer
The meeting commenced at 4:02 pm.
Mayor Darryl Houston Field Ward Cr Lawrie Polomka Field Ward Cr Simon Rothwell Field Ward Cr Wayne Gibbs Light Ward Cr Shane Grocke Light Ward Cr Karin Hatch Light Ward Cr Tim Moffat Light Ward Cr Davina Quirke Light Ward
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".