LOCAL GOVERNMENT ELECTIONS - Candidate Briefing Session
If you’ve ever wanted to help decide Whyalla’s future, then now is the time to put your hand up to make a difference!
Nominations for candidates in this year’s Local Government Elections open in August, so now is the time to start thinking about the impact you could have in your community and on the future of our city.
Council and the Electoral Commission SA will be holding a series of Candidate Briefing Session so you can find out about what it takes to be a council member.
There are a number of ways to find out more:
- Head to our website
- Or attend one of information sessions see the flyer below
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NATIONAL TREE DAY – A BIG SUCCESS
Claire, Kirsty and Emily were happy with their selection of natives ready to be planted in their garden
FROM LITTLE THINGS, BIG THINGS GROW: Saturday 30 July saw hundreds of Whyalla residents turn out to another successful National Tree Day Event.
Over 600 native shrubs and groundcovers were given out over the three-hour period at the Ada Ryan Gardens nursery.
The remaining 200 plants were allocated and given to schools, businesses and community groups via delivery of mystery boxes for them to plant and nurture for years to come.
Planning has begun for next year’s event, with the National Tree Day event team already putting in the order with the Port Augusta Arid Land Gardens.
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FIRST NATIONS TRAIL
Signage has now been installed for Whyalla First Nations Trail as part of the Northern Coastline project.
The First Nations Trail is funded by the State Government and the City of Whyalla and is a hiking, cycling and driving trail. The 13-kilometre stretch offers spectacular views of the Gulf, Flinders Rangers and Cultana Range.
Along the trail you will encounter stunning signage with works created by Barngarla Artists Jody, Breanna, Jason and Thommo Croft.
You can visit the Whyalla Visitor Information Centre for more information on the trail.
We ask that those visiting the northern coastline and travelling along the trail respect the geological and heritage sites, stick to dedicated paths, tread lightly, do not disturb wildlife or remove native plants and leave no traces behind.
The First Nations Trail is on Barngarla Country and we pay our respects to the Barngarla people, to Elders past present and future.
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REMINDER DRAFT ANIMAL MANAGEMENT PLAN CONSULTATION
The draft City of Whyalla Animal Management Plan 2022-2027 has been completed and we are now seeking community feedback to ensure that the plan meets the needs of our community.
The Animal Management Plan focuses on community expectations and our commitment to provide a dog and cat management service that is consistent, fair and includes continuing education of the legislative provisions of the Dog and Cat Management Act (the ACT) which came into effect on 1 July 2018.
Community consultation is open until Wednesday 31st August 2022.
You can view the plan and provide feedback online at our website.
Physical copies of the Animal Management Plan are also available for review at the Civic Centre and Whyalla Public Library and feedback can be provided by:-
- Completing a written submission on council’s website
- Emailing council@whyalla.sa.gov.au
- Writing to: PO Box 126 Whyalla SA 5600
SURVEY FOR PARENTS OF CHILDREN AGED 0-4 YEARS
CALL OUT to parents of children aged 0-4 years of age!
McGregor Tan are conducting a survey of parents and caregivers of children aged between 0 and 4 years of age. Questions will relate to parental engagement and will aid research into where parents within the SA community need support in engaging with their child/children in the early years.
Every participant that completes the survey will receive $5 or if you refer a friend and they complete the survey too you will receive $10.
Complete the survey online now https://bit.ly/3oQsUVa
*This survey is being run by McGregor Tan to gather information for an opportunity that is coming to Whyalla in the coming months.
WHATS ON THIS MONTH
It all happening this month with events and plenty to see and do around the city. Highlighting just a few events happening in the next month below:-
Events To Activate You can get active this weekend with the Howling Dog After Dark Trail run on Saturday 13 August and the Wild Dog Mountain Bike Race on Sunday 14th August. For more information and to register visit:-
www.wilddogenduro.weebly.com
www.howlingdogwhyalla.weebly.com
Whyalla Car Enthusiasts Khanacross An event for motorsport enthusiast -The Whyalla Car Enthusiast group present the Khanacross this Saturday starting at 10am at the Industrial Estate - McIntyre road (near the waste transfer station). 15 cars from Whyalla and 15 Cars from Port Lincoln will compete against the clock on the 1.5km track. There will also be a car display.
Whyalla’s 51st Whyalla Show The Whyalla Show Society present the 51st Whyalla Show on Saturday 20 and Sunday 21st August 2022.
Two days of show fun. With children and family entertainment, side shows, rides, yummy food, and the return of competition and school displays and lets not forget the fireworks on Saturday night.
Book your tickets online now https://www.trybooking.com/CAACT or from the Show Office ph 8649 1800
Festival of Small Halls Winter Tour Local talent Brie Ryan is locked in as the support artist for the Festival of Small Halls Australia Winter Tour coming to Whyalla this month! Performing at the Whyalla Left Hand Club Sunday 28th August for one night only with touring artists Chris Tamwoy and Mal Webb and Kylie Morrigan
Tickets are on sale NOW! Get in early!
Book online at:- https://bit.ly/3Q2qkah
For more info on the Festival:- https://festivalofsmallhalls.com/
Do you have an event coming up head to the website and register it now! to find out what else is happening and to register your events.