2017 Citizen of the Year Award Winners
The City of Victor Harbor extends its congratulations to the winners of the 2017 Citizen of the Year Awards. The Awards were presented at the Australia Day Celebration held on Warland Reserve.
The winners (listed below) were recognised for the outstanding contribution they have made to the Victor Harbor community; all demonstrating an exceptional level of commitment and passion for making Victor Harbor a better place.
- Citizen of the Year – Betty Dawe
- Young Citizen of the Year – Ashleigh Darrie
- Community Event of the Year – ASICS Victor Harbor Triathlon and Fun Run
Find out more about the winners.
Representation Review – Last Chance to Share Your Views
Don’t miss your chance to have your say on Council’s elector representation review.
The review looks at whether the mayor should be elected by the community or councillors, if the council area should be divided into wards and the number of councillors required to provide fair and adequate representation for the community.
The best way to get involved and share your views is online at www.yoursay.victor.sa.gov.au/representationreview. For those who prefer hard copy, further information and submission forms are available at the Council Office (1 Bay Road, Victor Harbor).
Public consultation will close at 5pm on Friday, 10 February 2017.
Recreation and Open Space Survey
The City of Victor Harbor is updating its Recreation and Open Space Strategy, and is seeking the community’s involvement.
Community members are encouraged to complete a short survey that will help Council get a better understanding of their recreation and open space needs and aspirations.
The survey looks at many aspects including the types of recreation activities people take part in, and the facilities they use or require to undertake the activities. It is not just about organised sport, but looks at the use of playgrounds, picnic areas, walking trails, foreshore parks and beaches,
The best way to complete the survey is online at www.yoursay.victor.sa.gov.au/recreation. Hard copy surveys are also available at the Council Office (1 Bay Road, Victor Harbor).
The community is encouraged to complete the survey before 5pm on Friday, 17 February 2017.
Mayor Responds to Granite Island Article
The following is a letter from City of Victor Harbor Mayor Graham Philp in response to an article published in the Advertiser on 23 January 2017:
Rex Jory may well have observed that Granite Island is in a state of limbo but his vision of housing development and fun park is not the answer (Advertiser, 23 January 2017).
The Island has always been low key in terms of development with its striking natural beauty being its attraction. Yes, the chairlift was removed may years ago and the kiosk/restaurant has been closed for a couple of years. But there are some exciting signs of good things to come which will keep visitors coming back.
The dive with the tuna experience has finally been granted approval and will be on site and operational in the not too distant future. That facility will require and will be enhanced by other services proposed on the Island.
Since the closure of the kiosk, the Council has facilitated pop-up catering and attractions during busy periods to ensure the Island continues to have something to offer visitors.
Penguin tours over the summer holiday period have been operating and are well supported. Positive signs for our penguin population have been evident with tour groups sighting around 10 penguins each tour. Various parties have been focussing on the penguin aspect in an endeavour to ensure a sustainable future.
Investigations are continuing regarding a sculptures focus for the Island. The Department of Environment, Water and Natural Resources has invested in stairs, boardwalks and improvements to the definition and drainage of walking trails which must be an improvement on the goat tracks Mr Jory may have experienced 30 or so years ago. And the leisurely trip across the causeway on the horse drawn tram is still on offer and continues to be popular as part of the Granite Island experience. Perhaps a spot of fishing from the causeway or the Island jetty may also excite the Island visitor.
At the end of the day Granite Island is a great walk in fresh clean air with many beautiful vistas to observe in our traditional seaside holiday destination. That is what many are attracted to and why visitor numbers to our region and the Island continue to grow.
$10 Microchipping for Cats and Dogs – Book Your Spot Today!
Volunteer Week Grants Program Open for Applications
To acknowledge the efforts of volunteers in our community, the City of Victor Harbor is offering small grants to assist community groups, management committees, and organising committees to celebrate and recognise the contribution of their volunteers.
Grants can be used to fund “thank you” celebrations, such as a special morning tea, lunch or a small gift. Celebrations will need to be held during National Volunteer Week, 8-14 May 2017. Two sizes of grants are available ($50 for groups with up to 15 volunteers, and $100 for larger groups).
Applications for the Volunteer Week Small Grants will close at 5pm on Friday, 3 March 2017.
Download the application form and guidelines.
A Loopy Finish in Victor Harbor for the Santos Tour Down Under
It was all action in Victor Harbor when the Santos Tour Down Under came to town on 19 January 2017.
In a first for Victor Harbor, the professional riders looped around town four times before finishing on The Esplanade as a part of Hansgrohe Stage 3. Warland Reserve was a hive of activity with many people enjoying a great atmosphere.
The television coverage saw images of Victor Harbor beamed around the world for the hour it took to complete the loops.
Following the success of this year’s event, the City of Victor Harbor will put in an expression of interest to host a finish in the 2018 event.
Recreation and Sport Small Grants (Round 2)
The City of Victor Harbor provides a small grants program to assist recreation and sport groups to make a positive contribution to recreation and sport development in the district.
Grants will not normally be greater than $1,000 ($400 for individual grants), although each year one project may be funded for an amount which exceeds the above limit.
Non-profit organisations and individuals based within the City of Victor Harbor are invited to submit applications for the second round of this grants program.
Applications for the Recreation and Sport Small Grants close at 5pm on 24 March 2017.
Download the application form and guidelines.
Notice of Road Closure – Strawberry Hill Road, Hayborough
The City of Victor Harbor has resolved to close a portion of Strawberry Hill Road, Hayborough to motor vehicles for traffic management purposes. View the map outlining the portion of the road subject to closure.
The closure will commence from Friday, 24 February 2017 and be in place until the Council resolves otherwise.
Next Council Meeting
The City of Victor Harbor’s next ordinary council meeting will be held on Monday, 27 February 2017 from 5.30pm in the Council Chambers (1 Bay Road, Victor Harbor).
Ordinary and special council meetings are livestreamed via www.victor.sa.gov.au
