Recognising Our Volunteers
The City of Victor Harbor hosted a morning tea on Friday, 5 June to recognise the outstanding contribution of its volunteers.
There are more than 460 volunteers who give up a significant number of hours – collectively more than 40,000 each year – to assist with Council services, programs and initiatives. This includes our tourism operations, community service programs, care of reserves and parks, our library and as members of Council’s advisory committees.
The contribution these volunteers make to Council and our community is invaluable, and Elected Members and staff at the City of Victor Harbor extend their sincere thanks to all volunteers for their tireless and selfless work.
Council acknowledges the tireless efforts of all volunteers within our community – thanks for making Victor Harbor a better place to live!
Community Banner Competition
The City of Victor Harbor is inviting schools, community groups, artists and individuals to get creative and participate in a community banner competition to mark the 175th anniversary of Local Government in Australia.
In the first instance, interested groups and individuals should submit a design concept interpreting the theme ‘How our community benefits from local government’. Designs could be inspired by council services like the library or social connections programs, or portray how people benefit from community events, volunteering, economic development or environmental initiatives provided by the Council.
Design concepts should be submitted to Council by Friday, 19 June 2015 outlining your idea for a banner.
Up to five concepts will the be shortlisted, with the winner having the opportunity to produce the banner for display in the streets of Adelaide during October as a part of a State-wide competition initiated by Local Government Association of South Australia. The entrants with the remaining four concepts will have the opportunity to produce the banner for display within the City of Victor Harbor during the same time.
The shortlisted groups who choose to bring their concepts to life will be provided with a blank banner and will receive up to $200 support from Council for art supplies.
For more information please visit www.victor.sa.gov.au/bannercomp or call 8551 0500.
Business Leaders Lunch - 10 July 2015
Victor Harbor businesses will soon have access to the fastest internet in Australia as the National Broadband Network (NBN) is switched on in the CBD later this month.
To mark the significant milestone the City of Victor Harbor has partnered with the Victor Harbor and District Business Association and Regional Development Australia (Hills and Coast) to present an event that aims to help local businesses understand the opportunities provided by the NBN.
The luncheon event will encourage businesses to harness the opportunities provided through the use of digital technology and includes advice and tips from leaders in the space.
Guest speakers at the event include:
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Kelly Baker-Jamieson – founder and director of flagship online retail store Edible Blooms, and Victor Harbor resident.
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Nick Tai – director at Deloitte Digital.
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Chris Gregory – Community Affairs Manager (SA), NBN Co.
The City of Victor Harbor will launch its Digital Economy Strategy at the event. The strategy was prepared in partnership with Deloitte Digital and looks at the digital readiness of businesses within Victor Harbor and what they must do to capitalise on the benefits of the NBN whilst building a strong economy.
The event will be held on Friday, 10 July 2015 from 12 noon at Eat@Whalers. Tickets to the event cost $50 (VHBA Members) or $65 (non-members), and can be purchased by emailing secretary@vhba.com.au. Tickets are limited, so get in quickly to avoid disappointment.
All proceeds go to the Victor Harbor and District Business Association.
Want to do business with Council?
Businesses that would like to provide services or goods to the City of Victor Harbor are encouraged to seek inclusion in Council’s Contractor Register.
Registration requires provision of information about your safety management system, relevant licenses, qualifications, training and insurance, as well as participation in a Council induction.
The next Corporate Work Health and Safety induction for contractors will be held on Tuesday, 18 August 2015 from 9am-10am at the City of Victor Harbor Civic Centre.
RSVPs are essential, email localgov@victor.sa.gov.au or call (08) 8551 0500.
2015 NAIDOC Celebrations in Victor Harbor
‘Prints of Whales’ Photographic Competition
Get your cameras ready! The South Australian Whale Centre’s ‘Prints of Whales’ photographic competition is now open.
The competition is open to both professional and amateur photographers, and there is now than $3,000 in cash and prizes up for grabs.
As a part of the competition the Centre will once again host well-known nature photographer, Steve Parish for three on land workshops from 7-9 August. Plus, as an addition Oceanphotography.com and Adelaide Scuba will be running and underwater PADI dive course for Steve and participants on 2, 10 and 11 August.
To find out more about the workshops and the ‘Prints of Whales’ competition visit www.printsofwhales.com.au.
Soldiers’ Memorial Gardens Upgrade
The City of Victor Harbor is undertaking an upgrade of Soldiers’ Memorial Gardens to revitalise an area of heritage significance.
Council endorsed plans to upgrade Soldiers’ Memorial Gardens last year, and since endorsing the design has received approval from Council Development Assessment Panel (CDAP) and the State Heritage Unit.
The landscape upgrade is expected to cost around $350,000 and will include new paving, garden beds, lighting, irrigation and seating. Funds have been allocated in Council’s draft 2015/16 budget to undertake the upgrade works in the Soldiers’ Memorial Gardens.
Council is working to complete the upgrade of Soldiers’ Memorial Gardens during the centenary of the ANZAC commemoration between 2014-2018, as a way of paying tribute to those who served and lost their lives at war.
The Victor Harbor RSL sub-branch has played an important role in delivering this project, and Council extends their thanks for the RSL’s valuable assistance and involvement.
Council has also been working closely with the State Heritage Unit to ensure the upgrade reflects the heritage significance of the site at the same time as creating a more user-friendly site and revitalising a popular space enjoyed by locals and visitors.
Members of the community may have noticed works that are concurrently being undertaken on an irrigation system at the site.
Next Council Meeting
The next ordinary council meeting will be held on Monday, 22 June 2015 from 5.30pm in the City of Victor Harbor Council Chambers.
