Adelaide Hills Council News August 2025

Adelaide Hills to star in 2026 Santos Tour Down Under

The iconic event will return in force to the Adelaide Hills during January 2026 with a finish of the UCI Women’s WorldTour race in Paracombe, a finish of the UCI Men’s World Tour race in Uraidla, and a men’s start and finish on the final day of racing in Stirling.

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News from the Chamber by Acting Mayor Nathan Daniell

Acting Mayor Nathan Daniell at the Recycling Wall Hub at the Stirling Library

It was great to finally have some decent rain across our Council area - although I’m sure it has provided some challenges for the capital works team out in the field.

This month, Council considered some important matters for our organisation. This included the adoption of the CEO’s Key Performance Indicators for 2025/26. The KPIs will ensure our focus remains on delivering important initiatives in line with the Strategic Plan.

Council approved a submission regarding the draft South Australian Waste Strategy 2025-2030. Our submission emphasised the need for more ambitious actions for product stewardship, manufacturing restrictions, and industry transition support. Council will continue to take a leading role with respect to sustainable practices.

Council approved a submission to the Office of Local Government about their draft Charter for Consultation by Councils. The charter is an important initiative that will outline future community consultation requirements for Council. We suggested several changes to reflect modern communication processes which, if adopted, will improve how we communicate with residents.

Finally, we approved road closures for the 2025 Adelaide Hills Rally which will draw tourists to the Adelaide Hills, providing important economic and social benefits for our region.

Keep warm!

Nathan

Community Grants open September 1. Time to start planning!

Community Grants provide funding for local groups and organisations to upgrade the operation and upkeep of community and sports facilities and support initiatives that positively impact our community.

Find out more about Community Grants and see examples of past recipients and their projects

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Have your say: community consultation on two proposed long-term leases

We’re inviting community feedback on two important lease proposals that will help secure the long-term use of public land for vital community services and activities.

Thanks for composting! Jeffries buy one get one free offer

As a thank you for composting your food scraps, compostable items, and garden materials, Jeffries is offering a buy one, get one FREE deal on Jeffries CulChar 10kg & 20kg bags.

NAIDOC Family Fun Day brings culture and connection to the Hills

Hundreds of people gathered at Mount Barker’s Laratinga Pavilion on Saturday 12 July for a vibrant and heartfelt NAIDOC Week Family Fun Day that brought culture, creativity and connection to the heart of the Hills.

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SALA Festival transforms the Adelaide Hills this August

SALA is a state-wide showcase and celebration of South Australia’s living visual artists. Events are happening across the hills in galleries, cafés, pubs, wineries, schools, community centres and even supermarkets throughout August.

See the SALA program

Lobethal sculpture reflects the spirit of reconciliation at Fabrik

Crafted by local metal artisan James Hamilton of J Hamilton Design in collaboration with Aboriginal artist Paul Herzich from Mantirri Design, the piece is both a functional firepit and tribute to reconcilliation, community, connection and place.

Find out more about the Lobethal sculpture