From the Mayor’s Desk
Hear from Mayor Phill Stone after this month’s Ordinary Council Meeting regarding several topics:
* The relocation of Council from the Civic Building to the EJEHS site
* Percentage of Council’s spends in Whyalla
* The next steps for the WTF?! What’s the future workshops coming next month
* Dates the Child Care Centre will be closed for staff training over the coming months
For further information, please visit and review the agenda and minutes from the August 21 Ordinary Council Meeting available here: https://bit.ly/3rAsK9a
Watch the video by clicking here or the tile below!
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My Local Services
If you want to stay up-to-date with all things Whyalla City Council, then the My Local Services app is a must-have!
Be notified of all the latest news and events; report issues like fallen trees or cracked footpaths; even be reminded which bin to put out!
Whether you’re a long-time resident or a newcomer to Whyalla, My Local Services makes it easy to stay engaged and informed.
Head to your usual app store and download My Local Services today!
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Vietnam Veterans’ Day
Mayor Phill Stone and Eddie Hughes MP paid their respects earlier this week at Memorial Oval, as part of Vietnam Veterans' Day on the anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan in 1966.
We remember the sacrifices of those who died and say thank you to almost 60,000 Australians who served during the 10 years of our involvement in the Vietnam War.
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Sleeping Giant
Whyalla is a Sleeping Giant – a city on the cusp of a green industry revolution, set to become the heart of the nation’s hydrogen and renewables transformation. View our video and discover the numerous opportunities ahead, and just some of the many reasons you’ll want to come and Unearth Whyalla.
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Upper Spencer Gulf Workforce Summit
Mayor Phill Stone attended last week's Upper Spencer Gulf Workforce Summit, aimed at ensuring the region is prepared for the opportunities presented by the major projects on the horizon. He is pictured at the event with South Australian Skills Commissioner Cameron Baker and BHP's Matthew Kinder.
The summit brought together government, industry, and regional stakeholders to discuss the significant workplace opportunities and challenges facing the region and identify opportunities for improving collaboration across projects and sectors to maximise the long-term benefits for the region.
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Dog and Cat Registration
If you’re a dog or cat owner, you now have only 1 week to register your pets!
All dog and cat owners need to register their animals annually with Council between 1 July and 31 August.
Find out all the detail here: https://bit.ly/44J2eJu
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Library Learning Club
The Whyalla Public Library ran the Library Learning Club with the Smith Family!
The kids had fun making arts and crafts to be entered in the Whyalla Show.
Click the link to see what events the Library has coming up: https://bit.ly/3rgOMxq
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Young People and Gambling Survey
The South Australian Commissioner for Children and Young People is currently running a Young People and Gambling Survey for South Australians aged 13-22. The survey is estimated to take between 10 and 20 mins to complete and is anonymous and you do not need to have gambling knowledge or experience to participate.
Responses will be analysed and used to inform the Commissioner’s advocacy work in relation to protecting and raising awareness about the rights of children and young people.
Please click the link to participate: https://bit.ly/3scXn4G
If you are worried about gambling and need help or support:
- Call the Gambling Helpline 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on 1800 858 858
- Get free, confidential and 24/7 support online at https://www.gamblinghelponline.org.au/
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Share the Dignity
In the months of March and August, we provide a collection box at the Whyalla Public Library for our library customers to donate feminine hygiene products such as pads and tampons for our Share the Dignity Drive if they so wish.
At the end of the month, we donate all of the sanitary products to charities who support women experiencing homelessness or financial crisis. Each packet of pads and tampons that you contribute makes a real difference for woman in need in our local community. Your contribution stays local.
Our donation box is located by the reception desk.... look for the pink balloons.
Your donation is vital, and we are grateful for your support.
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Northern Water Supply
There was a great story online last week on the potential benefits expected to flow from the State Government's proposed Northern Water Supply Project, including helping develop a green hydrogen hub in the Upper Spencer Gulf.
“Northern Water has the potential to transform the Upper Spencer Gulf region. I am convinced that in terms of the critical minerals and elements required in the second half of this century, SA does have its opportunity for its time in the sun.” - Premier Peter Malinauskas.
You can read the full article here: https://bit.ly/3OKpuQn
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Childcare Centre Book Week
This week is Book Week, the theme is READ, GROW, INSPIRE! π
The Childcare Centre celebrated the event by dressing up as their favourite characters such as Batman, The Hungry Caterpillar and Barbie!
Wendy Rapee, chair of Children’s Book Council of Australia says the event is an opportunity to draw attention to the joy of reading and for advocating for stories in children’s lives. β¨
To learn more about Book Week, please click the link: https://bit.ly/47KaP0o
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