Adelaide Hills Council News February 2025

Bringing you the latest news and information from the Adelaide Hills Council.

Meet Des Chabrel – Adelaide Hills Council Citizen of the Year

Des Chabrel has been named the Adelaide Hills Council Citizen of the Year 2025. Recognised for his inspiring voluntary work creating Technical Aids for the Disabled (TADSA), Des adapts and redesigns bikes for individuals with disabilities, allowing them to experience the joy of cycling. As a passionate runner, he also dedicates his time with many organisations such as Tribe Triathlon, Charleston Park Run, the Adelaide Harriers Athletics Club, Masters Athletics, and City to Bay events. His ongoing commitment to community service exemplifies active citizenship.

Congratulations to Adelaide Hills Garden Affair for being awarded Community Event of the Year

AHGA was conceived by a small group of volunteers who wanted to create a unique Adelaide Hills gardening event. Their inaugural event attracted over 2000 visitors! The main focus of AHGA was to provide an event where people interested in horticulture, gardening and conservation could meet and share ideas. It also provided different agencies, business and individuals an opportunity to come together and connect. We look forward to their next event in 2026.

See the gallery of images from the 2025 Citizen of the Year awards

More than 20 Adelaide Hills Council residents, events and organisations were celebrated for their inspiring contributions to the community at the annual award ceremony on Friday 24 January in Stirling. The 2025 Citizen of the Year Awards showcase individuals, groups, events and organisations who offer acts of kindness, many hours of hard work, and a commitment to improving the lives of others. We congratulate all the winners for their significant contributions across our district.

Discover Play Pathway on the Amy Gillett Bikeway featuring Touch a Truck at Mount Torrens!

Join us for a day of family-friendly activities along the stunning Amy Gillett Pathway on Sunday, 2nd March 2025 from 9am to 3pm. Whether you prefer walking, riding, running or just want to touch a truck, there’s something for everyone to enjoy! Explore over 15km of paved trail, with activity hubs in Woodside and Mount Torrens. We’ll be showcasing our new Adelaide Hills Touch a Truck experience for the kids at Mount Torrens. This is a FREE event for all ages.

Have your say on the Uraidla Park Play Space Concept Plan

We are now consulting on the concept plans for upgrading the Uraidla Play Space.

New Communications Boards erected in Sherry Park Mylor and Protea Reserve Crafers

We'd love your feedback!

2025 Santos Tour Down Under Gallery

View all the photographic highlights of the 2025 Santos Tour Down Under as it passed through our picturesque Hills towns.

Community Grant recipients announced

Adelaide Hills communities celebrate new grants for local projects and upgrades

We welcome Councillor Nathan Daniell to the role of Deputy Mayor

On Tuesday 28th January at the Ordinary Meeting of Council, Council voted to elect Councillor Nathan Daniell as the new Deputy Mayor of Adelaide Hills Council. In line with standing orders, Councillor Daniell will take over as Council’s principal spokesperson. Councillor Melanie Selwood, who has been our Deputy Mayor until this time, has been preselected by the Greens to lead the party’s Upper House ticket for the next state election and has stepped down from this position. Councillor Daniell has been an elected member since 2014 and we welcome him to his new role.

Visit our Community Engagement Hub and register to receive information about community consultations, works and more.

Adelaide Hills Council encompasses more than 50 townships and suburbs across 795km², serving a population of nearly 40,000. Reaching this diverse and spread-out community can be a challenge. Our online Community Engagement Hub, keeps you informed about consultations, projects, strategies, works, upgrades, and more. Here, you can access information about the latest community consultations and share your feedback. We encourage you to register for updates, participate, and have your say.

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