Hey there! Welcome to the Clare Valley Podcast, your go-to spot for monthly updates on all things council and community in the Clare and Gilbert Valleys. I’ve got some exciting news: we have a new CEO! David Stobbe will be starting on March 31st. I’ll fill you in on what’s happening at the Council in our next episode after he gets settled in. In the meantime here are the minutes from the latest Council meeting in March: https://www.claregilbertvalleys.sa.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0035/178...
This is the first episode of 2025. In this episode, Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council Interim CEO Andrew Aitken discusses: CEO appointment updateCouncils view on reducing dust on roads during dry timesDiscovery Caravan Park seeking approval for park improvementsRepresentation Review final reportOff street parking request by Model Engineers for Phoenix Ave, ClareSuccessful applicants for Community Asset grants**NEW CEO APPOINTED**** Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council is pleased to announ...
This is the final episode for 2024. In this episode, Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council Interim CEO Andrew Aitken discusses: Delegation formed to focus on future road sealingCouncil to take over ongoing management and maintenance of Richardson Park Playspace, SevenhillCouncil to apply for another grant to help refurbish Riverton Community HallHelping community people during the Xmas period We’ve heard countless times this year about the housing and homelessness issue statewide, the Mid North ...
This podcast is brought to you by the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council. This podcast provides the most up-to-date news from the CGVC council meeting in November. Points of interest: Sealed road update - Mystery road funding Clare Town Hall update - more work on stage Grant opportunity Update - Riverton Community Hall refurbishment Community Project Grant opportunities - SA Youth Week and Age Friendly g...
This podcast is supported by the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council. In this episode, you'll meet Interim Council CEO Andrew Aitken. He's in the role for a few months until the new CEO is appointed. The former Adelaide Hill's Council CEO details his experience in local government and what he wants to achieve while in the Clare and Gilbert Valley. He briefly discusses some of the topics at October's Council meetings including: Community requests to build infrastructure on council landR...
This podcast is supported by the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council Council news with CEO Dr Helen Macdonald: ( the final recording with the outgoing CEO) Event Support Program grant funding adjustmentsAustralia Day Funding - not taken up by councillorsDiscovery Holiday Parks cabin development plansRiverton Community Hall structural works updateIncreased requests for infrastructure builds on council landCEO top 3 incomplete projects - Stormwater management, CWMS, Clare Town HallUnprecedente...
This podcast is brought to you by the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council. In this episode: ACDC accepts gifting of the Auburn libraryNeon Australia's plans for a second construction camp - will this ease the Valley's housing shortage?Moves to resurface basketball courtsEvent Support Program hold upThe Valley's Lifestyle Centre financial performanceAppointment of Interim CEO Andrew Aitken scheduled for September 24th to replace outgoing CEO Dr Helen Macdonald Council Employee profile: Cec...
This podcast is brought to you by the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council In this episode, Council CEO Dr Helen Macdonald explains: Post budget details - Rates, Annual Service Charges, Total Revenue and ExpensesClare Town Hall Stage UpdateOld Town Hall fix up - in the courtsBuild to Rent Proposal - partnering with not-for-profit housing provider to increase rental housingFuture of Clare Boardwalk along Hutt RiverAfter 7 years, Council resignation newsLibrary profile How often do you visi...
This podcast is funded by the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council Council chat In this episode Council CEO Dr Helen Macdonald discusses the following topics: Council endorses Draft Budget 2024/25 and Annual Business PlanCouncil to expect a $863,000 deficitRates increase 4.3% + growthSome independent members of the Audit and Risk Committee raise concerns about the reduction in expenditure on capital renewal projects.Consultation begins from June 14 until Wednesday 8th July. Clare Valley ...
This podcast is supported by the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council. It’s budget time! The Clare and Gilbert Valley Council is feverishly working away at the draft Annual Business Plan and Budget for the next financial year. (2024-25) CGVC CEO Dr Helen Macdonald discusses how they've managed this upcoming budget differently, what the big expenses are, and will there be a rise in rates? Other topics discussed: · A new proposal or compromise for the St...
This podcast is proudly brought to you by the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council. In this episode: Council CEO Dr Helen Macdonald discusses: ESCOSA glances at Council's financialsExtension of lease and funding for the Clare Valley Wine, Food and Tourism CentreUpdate on the Clare Stormwater Management PlanForensic audit to go ahead on Council's procurement activitiesCouncil accepts Buchanan St portion price of $32,000Calls to extend 50km/hr zone along Horrocks HighwaySkywhales Tour to hit Cla...
Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council catch-up with CEO Dr Helen Macdonald Minister for Planning Nick Champion visits the region to address housing shortageCouncil advised to adopt a Land Use StrategyLand Management Agreements – do they have power to control development?Council unhappy over public access rights to Clare Caravan Park waterparkState Government seeking locations for Community batteriesFollowing land revocation, calls for more strategic approach to Phoenix Avenue land useAnother rate...
Welcome back to another year of the Clare Valley Podcast 2024 Coming up in this episode: With several deferrals finally behind us, the budget review has been passed. We recap on the details surrounding rising operating deficits and capital budget adjustments that affect us all. The Clare and Gilbert Valley community continues to grapple with the housing rental crunch. Councillor Bartholomeaus has received anecdotal information that 50 per cent of the region's tourism accomodati...
This podcast is brought to you by the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council. In Episode 25 CEO Dr Helen Macdonald provides a rundown on all the latest news in Council's latest monthly meeting. Gleeson Wetlands carpark fumbleGrant opportunity - Riverton Community HallSJM Road Purchase request - Buchanan St, ClareWatervale Tennis Courts peppercorn lease$80 thousand funding for Manoora Wellness Centre approvedBudget review still not passed by CouncilBusiness and fee waiversClare Valley Foo...
Welcome to another episode of the Clare Valley Podcast brought to you by the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council. Dr Helen Macdonald, CEO, Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council speaks about the major topics discussed at latest council meeting. No decision made over budget reviewPrivate landholder to rezone land for future subdivision along Horrocks HighwayA call out for business or community groups to lease the upstairs space at The Valleys Lifestyle CentreA surplus $14 thousand available fo...
CLARE VALLEY PODCAST Council chat with CEO Dr Helen Macdonald · Manoora pitches for a Wellness Centre at Centenary Park · Council accepts Hallmark funding for Clare Gourmet 40th Anniversary · Riverton Community Hall Refurbishment Consultation Outcomes · Stanley Flat Code Amendment latest outcome · Tourism numbers down from the COVID highs · Rates in Arrears update ·&n...
Welcome to another episode of the Clare Valley Podcast bringing you the latest Council news, issues and events from the Clare and Gilbert Valley Council area. You'll hear the latest council news from CEO Dr Helen Macdonald: Concerned Gulf View Estate residents over the Stanley Flat Code AmendmentRegional Development Australia YMN New Funding ProposalWill local Australia Day events be consolidated?Clare Bowling Club to receive a $250 000 loan to spread artificial turfYMCA to submit gran...
In this episode: COUNCIL CHAT Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council CEO, Helen Macdonald discusses the following topics: Riverton Community Hall Consultation OutcomeLocal Roads and Community Infrastructure Program - what local projects are getting funding?Residential Land Redevelopment Incentive SchemeSaddleworth Institute Revocation of Community Land ReportAuburn Library - what's next?Proposal to reopen part of Neagles Rock RoadTAYLORS WINES NEW STATE-OF-THE-ART CELLAR DOOR Taylors Wines launch...
This podcast is brought to you by the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council. Council catchup with CEO, Dr Helen Macdonald Phoenix Avenue, Clare land reclassificationLocal government to determine where to rehome animals as animal welfare centres at capacityRiesling Trail DedicationUpdate on electric vehicle charging station, ClareNaidoc Dinner - Clare Town Hall August 5thQuarterly financial results as of July 11thWoman of Significance Award announcement - Shelly NitschkeWe All Need Space The road...
This podcast is supported by the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council. In this episode: Council chat with CEO Dr Helen Macdonald Future of the Saddleworth InstituteRivertown Town Hall structural repairsNaidoc celebrations for AugustAnnual Business Plan and Long Term Financial Plan amendmentsA special Council meeting is scheduled on Wednesday July 5th to consider the verbal and written submissions and another special meeting will be held on July 12th for Council to adopt the A...