Have your say: Centres Review Development Plan Amendment
The City of Victor Harbor’s Development Plan is being reviewed to update policies relating to zoning for Neighbourhood Centres (shops and other community facilities) within the council area.
A draft Development Plan Amendment has been prepared and Council is currently seeking community feedback on the proposed changes.
The draft DPA is about supporting our growing population and strategically planning for investment in building and infrastructure. It also has the potential to:
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provide local employment opportunities;
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provide environmental benefits – having shops and facilities closer to new residential developments has the potential to reduce the reliance on cars for everyday purposes; and
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support facilities in, or near, future growth areas outside of the town centre.
The draft DPA affects three sites including the Makris site on Waitpinga Road, the Old TAFE site on Adelaide Road and a ‘deferred’ Community Facilities Zone site on Waggon Road.
All submissions relating to the Centres Review DPA must be received by the City of Victor Harbor by 5pm on Friday, 26 September 2014.
To view the draft DPA, supporting documents and find out how to provide your feedback visit www.victor.sa.gov.au/haveyoursay.
2014 Council Elections
Voting isn’t the only way you can make a difference in your council area, you can nominate as a candidate and stand for election.
Nominations open on Tuesday, 2 September and close at 12 noon on Tuesday, 16 September 2014.
The City of Victor Harbor will hold an information session for people wanting to find out more about what’s involved in being a member of council on Thursday, 28 August 2014 from 5.30pm in the Council Chambers at 1 Bay Road Victor Harbor.
The session will also cover the election process, including eligibility, how to nominate and campaigning requirements.
Find out more about the 2014 council elections at www.victor.sa.gov.au/election.
Temporary Road Closure Notice – Ewan Terrace, Victor Harbor
The Rotary Clubs of Victor Harbor, Encounter Bay, Goolwa and Yankalilla will hold an International Driver Awareness Course on 5 and 12 September in Victor Harbor.
Please be advised that Ewan Terrace, Victor Harbor (from the TAFE car park entrance to the end of Ewan Terrace) will be closed from 9am until 3pm on the days of the event.
For further information relating to this temporary road closure please contact 8551 0500.
Victor Harbor Rock N Roll Festival, 19-21 September
It’s time to dust off your dancing shoes ready for the 2014 Rock N Roll Festival!
Boasting three stages, 14 bands, two giant dance floors and a huge car display, the festival is sure to be rockin’.
View the festival program and other information at www.rocknrollfestival.com.au
Architect appointed for Fleurieu Regional Aquatic Centre
Alexandrina Council and the City of Victor Harbor have appointed Hames Sharley, in association with dwp|suters, to provide the architectural and design services for the Fleurieu Regional Aquatic Centre.
The Adelaide-based company has extensive experience in the design of aquatic and recreational facilities, delivering projects like the Playford Aquadome redevelopment (in association with dwp|suters) in Elizabeth and Waterworld Aquatic Centre in Ridgehaven.
To deliver the architectural and design services, Hames Sharley will work collaboratively with Melbourne based architects dwp|suters, an award-winning architectural firm with offices throughout the Middle East and Asia.
The Hames Sharley and dwp|suters design team has a track record of successfully completing projects similar to the Fleurieu Regional Aquatic Centre project and both councils are looking forward to working with them.
For more information about the Fleurieu Regional Aquatic Centre project visit www.victor.sa.gov.au/pool.
Pictured (Left to Right): Mayor Kym McHugh, Terry Boxall (Hames Sharley), David Cooke (Hames Sharley) and Mayor Graham Philp.
Have your say on control measures for the 84 toxic chemicals of security concern
The Australian Government is calling for public submissions on draft policy options to reduce national security risks posed by 84 chemicals that can be used to make toxic weapons. The consultation is relevant to importers, distributors, transporters, universities, hospitals, local councils, farmers, pest controllers, hardware stores and any other business that manufactures, handles or uses any of the 84 toxic chemicals of security concern. Have your say on the proposed measures.
The public consultation closes on 27 August 2014.
Go to www.chemicalsecurity.gov.au/ris or email Chemical.Security.RIS@ag.gov.aufor more information.
Basham’s Road Footbridge Reconstruction
The reconstruction of Basham’s Road Footbridge (at the Hindmarsh River Crossing) has been delayed for a month due to wet weather. Works were initially due to be complete at the end of July.
The bridge will remain closed until works are complete, which is now expected to be by the end of August 2014.
We apologise for any inconvenience caused by the delay and are working to re-open the bridge to the public as soon as possible.
Local Loyal Membership Program
The SA Whale Centre and Horse Drawn Tram have teamed up to launch a ‘Local Loyalty’ membership program which is exclusively available to residents and ratepayers of the City of Victor Harbor.
Membership benefits include unlimited access to the SA Whale Centre and Horse Drawn Tram, plus much more!
Annual ‘Local Loyalty’ Membership Prices:
Adult - $40
Concession - $30
Child (4-15 years) - $20
Family (2 adults, 2 children) - $100
To find out more call 8551 0751 or visit www.victor.sa.gov.au/localloyalty.
Next Council meeting
The next ordinary Council meeting will be held on Monday, 25 August 2014 from 5.30pm at the Civic Centre, 1 Bay Road, Victor Harbor.
