18 August 2017

1 LATEST NEWS AND PROJECT UPDATES

1.1 Woodville Town Hall

A range of bookings have taken place over the last fortnight including the popular Round She Goes markets, Adelaide Marathi Mandal (AMM) Concert, 71st Indian Independence Day Celebration and Immanuel College Music Department’s Concert, and the launch of Paint the Westside ReaD early literacy program. The regular markets continue to be popular even withstanding the cold windy weather on Sat 5 August. Prathamesh Laghate and Mugdha Vaishampayan (previous finalists of the popular Indian TV show Sa Re Ga Ma Pa (Do Re Mi Fa So) L’il champs started their Australian Tour here on Sun 6 August, supported by local musicians from the AMM community. AMM will return to the Woodville Town Hall for their next event 16 September.

The Indian Australian Association of SA (IAASA) held their annual celebration of India’s Independence at the Woodville Town Hall on Sun 13 August. The event included speeches and award presentations, music and dance performances, and food to celebrate Indian culture and traditions. IAASA launched its new yoga program and the event was attended by hundreds of community members along with political dignitaries including His Excellency the Honourable Hieu Van Le AC – Governor of South Australia. , Deanna Howland, Town Hall Business Coordinator 8408 1284 dhowland@charlessturt.sa.gov.au

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1.2 Woodville Business Association The Association has always indicated their desire to add colour and life along Woodville Road. The first of two artworks has started on the Cotto building. This image is remembering the past and signifies Italian heritage which is one of the highest nationalities in the area. The image also highlights an element of music which reflects the connection of a local long standing business along Woodville Road. The second artwork will be on the building at 56 Woodville Road which will signify youth, future prospects and growth to the area. The Association are very excited to have secured well known Adelaide artist, Joel van Moore (aka Vans the Omega) who recently curated the Wonderwalls Festival at Port Adelaide, and earlier this year had his artwork featured in a new collectible series for Australia Post.

Paola Silvano, Place Leader – Central 8408 1212 psilvano@charlessturt.sa.gov.au

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1.3 Henley Beach Place Making Several business owners and residents participated in an ideas walk on Henley Beach Road in April 2017. The aim of the walk was to work out what changes could be made to improve the public space around this group of shops. The walk identified the strengths, weaknesses and opportunities of the area. One outcome of this walk was the installation of footpath stickers on Coast Park directing people to the cafés and shops on Henley Beach Road. Sarah Maddock, Place Leader, Coastal 8408 1221 smaddock@charlessturt.sa.gov.au 1.4 Food Truck Bill Passes The Local Government (Mobile Food Vendors) Amendment Bill 2017 passed both houses of parliament on Wednesday 9 August 2017 however the date that the provisions of the Bill will take effect is yet to be proclaimed. The Bill was created as a result of consultation State Government conducted with the public in relation to Food Trucks. The Bill will make amendments to the Local Government Act, specifically Council will be required to grant permits for mobile food business, without limits on the number of permits issued within the area, the types of items sold or the hours of operation. Council will also need to prepare and adopt location rules that set out where mobile food vending businesses can operate within the area. While Council will be able to set the location rules, they must comply with regulations and requirements and if a vendor is not satisfied, the Small Business Commissioner can direct Council to change the rules. A report will be presented to Council in relation to the Local Government (Mobile Food Vendors) Amendment Bill once more information and a commencement date is available. Kristy Noakes, Team Leader Community Safety, 8408 1151 knoakes@charlessturt.sa.gov.au

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1.5 Torrens Road to River Torrens (T2T) North-South Corridor

For the latest updates in relation to the T2T project follow this link; http://www.t2talliance.com.au/

NIGHT AND WEEKEND WORKS AT THE SOUTH ROAD INTERSECTION WITH HAWKER STREET – HAWKER STREET CLOSURE – 18/08/2017 – 21/08/2017 Published 15 August 2017

NIGHT AND WEEKEND WORKS IN THE RAIL CORRIDOR BETWEEN QUEEN STREET AND CHIEF STREET- 18/8/2017 – 21/8/2017 Published 14 August 2017

CONFIRMED – UPCOMING NIGHT AND WEEKEND WORKS ON GRANGE ROAD BETWEEN SOUTH ROAD AND BERTIE STREET, WEST HINDMARSH- 11/8/2017 – 14/8/2017 Published 9 August 2017

UPDATE: TEMPORARY CLOSURE OF FOOTPATH ON THE WESTERN SIDE OF SOUTH ROAD BETWEEN GRANGE ROAD AND PORT ROAD, WEST HINDMARSH – UNTIL 26/08/2017 Published 8 August 2017

To view construction updates based on location, please visit http://www.t2talliance.com.au/construction/interactive-construction-zone-map/ For all enquiries, please contact Bryan Ruhle, Transport Engineer on bruhle@charlessturt.sa.gov.au or by phone to 8408 1853.

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2 IN THE MEDIA 2.1 TENNYSON LAND SALE Extended coverage in the Westside Weekly Messenger of the sale of Council owned land at Tennyson. Multiple articles appeared online in AdelaideNow and the Westside Weekly paper editions examining the issue around the sale of land, and questioning council’s decision not to sell it under market price to a neighbour who cared for land and expressed interest in purchasing the land. A Letter to the Editor was submitted and published on Wednesday 16 August by Deputy Mayor Robert Randall clarifying Council’s position and commitment in providing transparent and fair information and opportunity around the sale of Council owned land. 2.2 PAID PARKING AT HENLEY BEACH Paid parking became active in the Northern and Southern carparks immediately adjacent Henley Square on Monday 14 August. Media interest from 891 radio and 5AA radio pre-empted any information release from Charles Sturt, beginning on Thursday 3 August with General Manager City Services speaking to 891’s Spence Denny on ABC Radio. The information about paid parking was disseminated via Council’s website and social media platforms on Thursday 10 August at 2pm. In less than 24 hours, over 100,000 people saw the post on Facebook alone, and we received over 1,000 comments on the Facebook post from residents and users of Henley Square. Currently, a week later, we have reached 127,538 people and received over 1,400 comments. General Manager Bruce Williams appeared on Friday 11 August on 891 ABC, 5AA with Leon Byner, Ten News, Seven News and the issue was nationally syndicated on 10’s The Project and national 891 ABC radio programs, as well as Nova news bulletins. Ten News, Seven News and Nine News also did multiple follow up stories, with a total of 26 broadcast and print media enquiries across a 5 day period relating specifically to paid parking at Henley. SOCIAL MEDIA Topics emerging on our social platforms have been: 2.3 • As above.

3 CALENDAR OF EVENTS 1. SALA in Charles Sturt

SALA - South Australia Living Artists Festival is opening during the month of August.

Find all the SALA events within the City of Charles Sturt using the map below:

SALA in Charles Sturt - MAP

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2. 8 Week Animation Course 4 August – 22 September 2017 Fridays - 4pm to 6pm $180 (Family discount for 2 or more children) The Brocas, 111 Woodville Road, Woodville

Join GooRoo Animation for a series of 8 action-packed workshops over Term 3 2017 at The Brocas.

Participants will try their hand at a whole range of animation techniques including claymation, mixed media, flipbooks, whiteboard, pixilation, lego and skittles animation.

Each week your short films will be screened to the group and uploaded to YouTube to be shared with friends and family. Recommended age: 7+

To book visit: https://www.trybooking.com/book/event?eid=270473

Please email lynnedodd@outlook.com to reserve your place.

3. Herb Society of SA The Herb Society of SA Inc is hosting a Herb & Salvia Propagation Workshop Sunday September 17 – 2 to 4pm FREE This free workshop is open to everyone and will include a tour of the Community Herb Garden. Participants will learn how to propagate herbs and salvias. Materials are provided. BYO Secateurs if you have some.

Findon Community Centre, 222 Findon Road, Findon

4. Casablanca Sunday 20 August 2017 – 1.30pm - $6 Cash only at the door

Woodville Town Hall, 74 Woodville Road, Woodville In Casablanca, Morocco in December 1941, a cynical American expatriate meets a former lover, with unforeseen complications. 1942, Rated PG, 142 mins. Doors open 30 mins prior to movie screening. The Woodville Town Hall is a socially inclusive and access friendly venue. Please see a volunteer for assistance.

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5. Eagle Community Carnival

Sunday 20 August 2017 – 8.55am – 5pm Under 18 FREE, Adults $14, Concession $8 (Community Group Free Family Tickets available email footetimes@gmail.com) Maughan Thiem Hyundai Oval, Oval Avenue, Woodville It's Community Carnival Time in the SANFL Macca's League as the Woodville West Torrens Eagles host the Adelaide Crows in one of the biggest footy games of the year. Join in the Free Kids Parade (Meet by South goals at 1.40pm).

Free Jumping Castle, Face Painting, Kids Community Treasure Hunt & Family Friendly Area.

Free family passes available to local community groups so be our guests and join in the celebration. 8.55am SANFL Juniors Carnival, 1.50pm Kids Parade, 2.10pm SANFL Macca's League Eagles v Crows. 1079 Life FM Outside Broadcast. (Event is Proudly Supported by the City of Charles Sturt)

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6. Community Tree Planting Day Sunday 20 August 2017 11am – 1pm FREE Meet at Tedder Reserve carpark, Findon Road, Flinders Park Join us for a Community Tree Planting Day to mark the completion of the River Torrens Recovery Project! Trees will be planted at George Jones Reserve and Tedder Reserve. We'll do the hard work and ensure the holes are pre dug and Council staff will be there on the day to assist with the planting and staking of the trees. Tree species will range from River Red Gum, South Australian Blue Gum, White Mallee, Mallee Box, Red Mallee, Willow Wattle, River Bottlebrush, Swamp paper-bark and Dryland Tea-tree. Enjoy a free sausage sizzle (veggie options available) as thanks for helping out! Everyone is welcome (even well behaved dogs!). Click here to register. The River Torrens Recovery Project has run from 2014 and is funded through the Australian Government’s National Landcare Programme. It was a collaborative project with local councils and the Adelaide Mount Lofty Ranges Natural Resources Management Board. The project has allowed for significant improvements in water targets in priority sites and diversified and improved biodiversity along the River Torrens Linear Park corridor. Over 25,000 understorey plantings occurred in the City of Charles Sturt along the river since 2014 – we seek now to complete this work through linkages in canopy cover and the planting of 100 native trees to ensure we provide diversity and linkages in habitat for our fauna such as possums and birds. Click here to learn more about the River Torrens Recovery Project. Kelly Mader, Strategic Planner - Natural Resource Management Email: kmader@charlessturt.sa.gov.au or Phone 08 8408 1208

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7. Introduction to myGov Friday 25 August 2017 – 10am – 12pm FREE Civic Library – Digital Hub, 72 Woodville Road, Woodville

Learn how to navigate the Department of Human Services website and its resources, and the benefits of a myGov account. Staff from Centrelink will guide you through a two hour Q & A information session, where they will also be able to assist you with setting up your own myGov account.

Please note, you will be required to bring a valid personal ID, email account and Medicare/Centrelink card to the day to set up your account.

This is a free event, but bookings are essential for this event. You can book by calling our Library Call Centre on 8408 1333, or online here:

8. Hearing Awareness Week

Thursday 26 August 2017 – 10am – 2pm FREE

As part of Hearing Awareness Week, Australian Hearing is offering free hearing tests. No appointment is necessary. Light Refreshments provided, information and giveaways on the day.

Findon Community Centre, 222 Findon Road, Findon

9. Story Snaps Friday 1 September 2017 – 5.30 – 7.30pm Civic Library, 72 Woodville Road, Woodville STORY SNAPS Collective Artists group: City of Charles Sturt Mayoral Make a Book Literacy Challenge. The Mayoral Make-A-Book Literacy Challenge is an extremely popular community program for budding young authors and illustrators for children living or attending school in the City of Charles Sturt. The challenge gives you a taste of what it is like to create your own book and to write for a real audience. This year, there were 638 amazing original entries, with 30 individuals and 3 class entries winning some wonderful prizes. Come see the 30 individual winners and 59 shortlisted authors and illustrator’s book covers on display in the library. Celebrate the literacy achievements of children from the City of Charles Sturt at the Mayoral Make-A-Book Festival Friday with a magician, Nylon Zoo story tent, face painting and food.

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10. Yogarama Wednesday 4 October from 1 - 3pm - $10 per Child, Adults Free. A new school holiday initiative “Yogarama” suitable for children 3-12 years of age will be held on Playful Yogafusion includes Mindfulness, Movement and Drama. Mats provided, BYO Drink Bottle. Findon Community Centre, 222 Findon Road, Findon 11. Yogarama Wednesday 11 October from 10am – 2pm FREE In partnership with Uniting Care Wesley Bowden, Findon Community Centre will be holding the Annual Community Spring Fair during Anti-Poverty Week. Now in its fourth year, the fair offers a great free day out for everyone and includes stalls, information, children’s activities, op-shop, music, food and fun!

Findon Community Centre, 222 Findon Road, Findon

12. Teddy Bear Picnic Friday 20 October from 1-3pm Gold Coin Donation The Teddy Bears Picnic will be held in the front garden of Findon Community Centre. Please bring Teddy, a rug to sit on and your hat! The afternoon will include Teddy Stalls and displays. Free knit-a-Teddy Bear Pattern, Imagination Playground, Music, life size roving Teddy Bear, Cool 4 Kids interactive, Yogarama for kids, music and fun! Light refreshment provided. Children must be accompanied by a parent. If the weather is inclement the event will be held in the Main Function Area.

Findon Community Centre, 222 Findon Road, Findon

4 LGA CIRCULARS

Index for Report No.31

3 August 2017

31.1 2017 Local Government Twitter Day – August 1 #YourRatesAtWork Let's showcase what we do in our communities! Circular contains suggestions, ideas, downloadable graphics and much more. 31.2 SAPOL request to councils re: Firearms Amnesty SA Police has requested the assistance of local councils in distributing information/educating communities about its current firearms amnesty which is encouraging people to hand in unregistered or unwanted firearms. This circular also contains information about drop-off points for firearms with many located in regional towns/cities and who to contact at SAPOL for further information.

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31.3 SA Tourism Industry Council expressions of interest for a metro city or business to host the 2018 South Australian Tourism Conference The SA Tourism Industry Council (SATIC) is calling for expressions of interest for a metropolitan city or business to host the 2018 South Australian Tourism Conference. In 2017, there were a total of 340 delegates who attended. 31.4 Last chance to register - 2017 LGA Roads and Works Conference The 2017 LGA Roads and Works Conference will be held in the coming weeks. Further information including the final program can be found in this Circular. 31.5 Applications now open for National NAIDOC Committee The National NAIDOC Committee is now seeking applications for committee members. Applications close 5:00pm AEST 7 August 2017. 31.6 Authoritative guidance and standard drawings for infrastructure construction The LGA has published Infrastructure Guidelines, to set standards for a wide variety of civil construction works - whether built by Councils or private developers. 31.7 Nominations sought for the South Australian Boating Facility The LGA has received a letter from the Minister for Transport and Infrastructure requesting nominations for a Local Government Member and Deputy Member on the South Australian Boating Facility Advisory Committee for a two year term. Nominations must be forwarded to the LGA by COB Friday 8 September 2017. 31.8 2017 DPTI Community Grants now open Apply now for a Community Grant to improve road safety, encourage efficient use of cars and active modes of travel. Grants close on 10 September 2017. 31.9 Code of Conduct for Council Members Survey To assist with the sector wide review of the council member code of conduct, the LGA is gathering data from councils, the Local Government Governance Panel, the Ombudsman and the Office of Public Integrity on the number and nature of code of conduct complaints over the last five years. The availability of data regarding complaints will be a critical input to the sector’s proposal for reform of the code. 31.10 Walking SA Awards for Local Government open Nominations are open to Walking SA’s annual awards that recognise contribution to walking at all levels in South Australia. This Circular provides details of how councils can make nominations which close on 22 September 2017. 31.11 Entries open for 2017 UDIA SA Awards for Excellence Entries are now open for the 2017 UDIA SA Awards for Excellence to recognise the most outstanding examples of built form and masterplanned developments. Councils are encouraged to consider nominating in the Excellence in Government Development award category. 31.12 Energy Efficiency Tool and Fact Sheets now available The LGA has recently concluded a High Level Audit of local government energy efficiency activities in collaboration with Lucid Consulting Australia, and forty-two councils. The outputs (Tool and Fact Sheets) are now available on the LGA website.

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Index for Report No.32

10 August 2017 32.1 Second call for Nominations for the State Bushfire Coordination Committee The Minister for Emergency Services has written to the LGA requesting nominations for a Local Government Member and one Deputy Member on the State Bushfire Coordination Committee for a term not exceeding three years. At it's recent meeting the LGA Board requested a further call. Nominations for this call must be forwarded to the LGA by COB Thursday 7 September 2017. 32.2 Nominations sought for the Local Government Transport Advisory Panel (LGTAP A vacancy exists for a 'Metro Council' Member to the Local Government Transport Advisory Panel. Nominations must be forwarded to the LGA by COB Wednesday 13 September 2017. 32.3 Fund My Neighbourhood Details of the Fund My Neighbourhood program for 2017 have been announced and are linked from this circular. The LGA is working with the Department of Premier and Cabinet to support the program. 32.4 LG Emergency Management Framework Consultation Draft - Reminder The LGA has partnered with Ernst and Young to develop a local government emergency management framework. The consultation draft is now available for comment. This is a reminder that the consultation period closes on 25 August 2017. 32.5 Nominations sought for the Dog and Cat Management Board The Minister for Sustainability, Environment and Conservation, Hon Ian Hunter MLC, is seeking local government nominations for three member positions on the Dog and Cat Management Board for terms of up to 3 years. Nominations must be forwarded with a current CV to the LGA by COB 15 September 2017. 32.6 Council Assessment Panels - Terms of Reference and Meeting Procedures The LGA is currently obtaining legal advice and a model for Terms of Reference and Meeting Procedures for the new Council Assessment Panels. 32.7 Australian Packaging Covenant - Compulsory Recycling Reports Due to EPA Friday 15 September 2017 The EPA will soon be providing advice to councils that the due date for recycling reports for the reporting period covering the 2016/17 financial year will be 15 September 2017. The provision of this information is compulsory for all Councils that provide kerbside recycling facilities for community use. Councils are advised that data is to be submitted by fax or email, same as last year. 32.8 Telecommunications Planning Requirements The Department of Communications and the Arts is seeking to better understand what planning requirements councils have in place for the provision of telecommunications in new real estate developments. Councils are requested to respond via a questionnaire by 31 August 2017. 32.9 Local Government Survey – SA Power Networks Regulatory Reset Proposal 2020-25 SA Power Networks is now seeking council feedback on what topics to discuss at a targeted Local Government workshop to discuss the 2020-25 Australian Energy Regulator Price Reset Process. Please complete the attached survey by COB 25 August 2017.

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32.10 PDI Update - State Commission Assessment Panel The State Planning Commission has assumed functions of the Development Assessment Commission, Building Rules Assessment Commission, Building Advisory Committee, and the Development Policy Advisory Committee. 32.11 Open Spaces, Parks, Gardens and Playgrounds (Goods, Services & Works) - Preferred Supplier Panel LGA Procurement in conjunction with the LocalBuy (QLD) and LGA NT have combined the purchasing power of approximately 150 Local Governments to establish this Preferred Supply Contract and to leverage exceptional pricing and supplier choice. 32.12 September China Inbound Trade Program Expression of Interest For councils and firms currently, and for those considering involvement in the China Engagement Strategy a wonderful opportunity has arisen where China comes to you. During the first full week of September business owners from six Chinese cities across seven industry sectors will be in Adelaide for three days looking to meet you over seven events. 32.13 Expression of Interest - Conduct a Building Access Audit - 23 and 24 October 2017 The LGA in collaboration with the City of Salisbury and the City of Adelaide is looking for expressions of interest from across councils and functions for the opportunity to facilitate a ‘Conduct a Building Access Audit’ course. 32.14 Community Engagement Training in October – Book in now to secure your place! The LGA has taken a leading role in community engagement since 2007 through the development of the LG Community Engagement Handbook in collaboration with SA councils. Please see below information about LG Community Engagement Handbook and other community engagement training delivered by the LGA’s Education and Training Service.

Index for Report No.33

17 August 2017 33.1 Environment Protection (Waste Reform) Bill 2017 The South Australian Government has introduced for debate in Parliament the Environment Protection (Waste Reform) Bill 2017. 33.2 Building Upgrade Finance Legislation The Local Government (Building Upgrade Agreements) Amendment Act 2015 was proclaimed and the Local Government (Building Upgrade Agreements) Regulations 2017 made by His Excellency the Governor on 25 July 2017. 33.3 Nominations sought for the South Australian Heritage Council The Minister for Sustainability, Environment and Conservation is seeking nominations for a Local Government member on the South Australian Heritage Council for a term of up to three years commencing on 2 April 2018. Nominations must be forwarded to the LGA by COB Wednesday 20 September 2017. 33.4 Proposed update of tree lists in Electricity (Principles of Vegetation Clearance) Regulations 2010 Feedback is now being sought on the updated trees list in the Electricity (Principles of Vegetation Clearance) Regulations 2010. Submissions are sought by COB 4 October 2017.

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33.5 Delegations for the New Council Assessment Panels under PDI Act Requirements for delegations for the new Council Assessment Panels. 33.6 PDI Act Update - Expression of Interest to DPTI Register your interest - Help shape the new planning system. 33.7 LG Professionals, SA Working with Communities Workshop – 19 September 2017 Register now for the LG Professionals, SA Working with Communities Workshop scheduled for Tuesday 19 September at The Parks Recreation & Sports Centre - 46 Cowan St, Angle Park. 33.8 Guidelines for Non-drinking Water in South Australia Released The Office of the Technical Regulator has developed guidelines for non-drinking water installations for the water industry in South Australia to improve the awareness and understanding of installation requirements, and associated regulatory responsibilities within the plumbing and water industries. 33.9 Disability Inclusion Transitioning for Councils Information Day On 22 September 2017, the LGA will hold a free information day at Local Government House on Disability Inclusion Action Planning and the roll out of the National Disability Insurance Scheme. 33.10 Att. Elected Member - Community Engagement Charter session There are a limited number of spots available for the facilitated session for Elected Members on the 23 August 2017. 33.11 Fines Enforcement and Debt Recovery Bill 2017 - Feedback Sought The LGA has been advised by the Attorney-General on 16 August 2017, that a Fines Enforcement and Debt Recovery Bill has been introduced into Parliament with a view to amending the legislation and procedures of the Fines Enforcement and Recovery Unit. The Unit manages overdue fines and expiation fees issued by authorities, including councils. The Attorney-Generals Department is seeking feedback on the Bill. 33.12 Can you help? Community engagement staff for online survey Helen Christensen is a PhD candidate at the Centre for Local Government (within the Institute of Public Policy and Governance) at the University of Technology Sydney, who is looking for people who work in community engagement to complete a survey in order to better understand this professional group. 33.13 Broadband as an Essential Service Yes or No Broadband as an Essential Service? Councils have the opportunity to vote on whether or not they believe that high-speed, high-capacity broadband should be declared to be a utility. 1. Does your council believe that high-speed, high-capacity broadband should be declared to be a utility, defined as an essential infrastructure service provided principally for public benefit and which enables economic growth and greater quality of life to achieve the goal of universal coverage? 2. If so why or if no, why not? 3. What information do you have or can you provide the evidence to support the proposal. 33.14 Fund My Neighbourhood update A number of public briefing sessions for the Fund My Neighbourhood program have been scheduled and are linked from this Circular.

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33.15 Updated - Order Making Guidelines and Model Policy The LGA has updated its Order Making Guidelines and Model Policy for councils, to take into account the changes made to section 254 of the Local Government Act with the commencement of the Local Nuisance and Litter Control Act.

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