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Update 09/03/13

The Hallett Community and Sports Association Inc is one of the Community Management Committees within the Regional Council of Goyder. Prior to the Councilamalgamations in the mid 1990s, most townships in the region had their own Councils and the District Council of Hallett (comprising the Hallett and Terowie areas) hadbeen managing community infrastructure since 1935. Following the 1997 amalgamations of the smaller councils (Hallett, Burra Burra, Robertstown and Eudunda) as theRegional Council of Goyder, community management committees were established as incorporated bodies to coordinate community infrastructure and advise Councilabout priorities for allocation of and Funds. Hallett shares ward funds with Terowie and Whyte Yarcowie. Originally calledthe Hallett Town Management Committee, the (HCSA) was renamed in 2009 and continues to perform the CommunityManagement Committee function.

The HCSC has a very small fund-raising base and any moneys it does raise are earmarked for maintaining town infrastructure and town development. Because there isalways more demand for funds than available money, the HCSA developed its original Strategic Plan in 2010 to identify the priorities of the District. The Strategic Plan isreviewed following the HCSA AGM each year, and this 2013-2014 Plan is the second major review. Updates to the Plan can happen at any stage, and each version isdated. Previous Plans had a lot of detail about the history and activities of Hallett and the HCSA, however this Plan concentrates on activities and direction. There arelinks to earlier plans on the HCSA website (www.hallettmidnorth.com).

The HCSA is the leaseholder for Council-owned assets in Hallett, including the

Hall, Recreation Ground, Swimming Pool and Tourism Precinct and community

land. It is also the group that helps to generate economic development, and

organises social events that bring people together as well as raising funds for

town projects. Hallett has a number of other groups (CFS/SES, Hallett Historical

Society, the Do Drop In Op Shop, and golf, bowling and tennis clubs) that liaise

with, but are not directly affiliated with the HCSA. The main activities of the

HCSA are:

● Managing the town assets under a lease to Council

● Managing the Hallett Community Swimming Pool

● Producing the Hallett Community Newsletter

● Organising community events such as the Quiz night and Christmas party

● Generating new economic opportunity

The focus of the HCSA over the next two years is theredevelopment of the Tourism Precinct with a picnic areafor locals and tourists. When that’s up and running, our

priority will be the Recreation Ground.

The Tourism precinct willget people to stop andspend time in Hallett,

making it more attractivefor business investment

Click here to see our website

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Six Key Strategies/Outcomes

Regional Council of Goyder “RDA Yorke and Mid North’s Mission is tolead and facilitate regional development

through partnerships with localcommunities, business and government.”

The Roadmap describes six pillars that theRDA will use to achieve this vision:

1. Diverse and prosperous economy2. Infrastructure for the future3. A vibrant community with a positive

future4. People power - developing

education, knowledge and skills5. Environmental sustainability6. Regional cohesion

Regional Development AustraliaYorke and Mid North

Roadmap 2012

Strategies are not ‘stand alone’ documents. They should have agood fit with other plans. In our case, the most relevant plans arethe RDA Yorke and Mid North Roadmap, the Regional Council ofGoyder’s Community Plan 2012-2032, and the Goyder TourismStrategic Plan. This page provides an overview of these plans.

1. An informed communityCouncil and the community sharing information andworking together

2. A strong communityA well resourced, active and connected community

3. A resilient communityA strong economy that supports jobs growth,opportunities for young people and businessdevelopment for a diverse community

4. Our environment and culture is valuedand protectedResponsible and well informed management of ournatural and built environment and cultural heritage

5. Community assets and infrastructureare well managedA planned and funded Infrastructure and AssetManagement Program that is linked to the goals ofthis plan and supports the long-term financialsustainability of Council

6. Leading the wayStrong leadership through a cohesive, effective team

Goyder Tourism Strategic Plan 2009/2014

The Goyder region falls within the State Government’s where the strategic focus (relevant to

Goyder) is:● A stopping point for travellers to

the Flinders Ranges● Holiday experiences beyond

wine● Commercial experiences/events

featuring unique activities/trails

Goyder’s Tourism Strategy identifies the need to:

1. Link the different services and products to allow tourists tomore fully experience the region

2. Improve promotion and marketing of Goyder as an authentictourism experience destination, and that towns are linked butretain their identities

3. Improve signage across the region

4. Work with volunteers, businesses and products to maintain ahigh standard of tourism

5. Develop new tourism products, services, access andinfrastructure to deliver world-class tourism

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Strategies should integrate what’s happening within the town with what’shappening ‘out there’ in the wider world. There are some significantdevelopments in the region that need to be addressed in the HCSA Plan.

The State Government is planning for a big increase inpopulation over the next 20 years. The majority of thegrowth will occur north of Adelaide, with an extra150,000 people expected to live in the area betweenMunno Para and Kapunda.

This expansion will place Burra within an hour of thecity, and make Hallett an ideal place to live that’s stillwithin easy travel to the city. The Port RiverExpressway, South Road Superway, NorthernExpressway and the planned Northern Connector(which will link the existing expressways) mean thateventually there will be only one set of traffic lightsbetween Hallett and Port Adelaide. Now that’s anopportunity!

Our campaign aims to put the town onthe ‘front foot’ of this expansion, attracting people withenergy, good ideas, money to invest, and anappreciation of our lifestyle.

Population growthThe ideal stop on the wayto the Flinders Ranges and Outback

400,000 people visit the Flinders Ranges each year -many from overseas. Hallett is on one of the mostpicturesque routes to the Flinders and Outback, but wearen’t taking advantage of it. We are the perfect 2 Hourrest stop from Adelaide, we have the Dares Hill TouristDrive and the Mawson and Heysen Trails.

Let’s get tourism on the map in Hallett.

The BraemarIron Formation

The Braemar Iron Formation, locatedbetween Peterborough and Broken Hill,is thought to be Australia’s next big ironore (magnetite) province. There ispotential for five large open cut mineswith a mining life of 100 years.

The Barrier Highway will be a majorroute to Braemar operations andpermanent staff will want to live in lovelysurroundings within a reasonabledistance. Hallett is the perfect homebase for Braemar families.

The Mid North Knowledge PartnershipThe purpose of the Mid North Knowledge Partnership is to create closer connections between theuniversity sector and government agencies, non-government organisations, businesses andcommunity groups in the Mid North.

The Mid North Knowledge Partnership will promote opportunities for research, knowledge transfer,student placements, international researcher and student exchange, community based research andacademic fellowships.

How cool - a branch of Flinders University in Burra! This will allow us to suggest research tohelp us understand and create new opportunities for Hallett, as well as providing

an excellent connection between home and study for our children.

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VISIONA vibrant community with good facilities,that is welcoming to new residents,attractive to visitors, and generates newopportunities.

GOALS1. To maintain community

infrastructure in good condition

2. To make the town more attractiveand appealing for locals and visitors

3. To create opportunities for thecommunity to engage in socialactivity

4. To develop business, education andemployment opportunities in Hallett

Our priorities for 2013-2014

1. The swimming pool is open when we need it

2. Alfred Street looks great and shows visitorswe’re proud of our town

3. The Swimming Pool/Tourism Precinct has beenredeveloped and is attracting visitors whospend money in the town

4. New and existing businesses are making a goodincome servicing tourists, Braemar and locals

5. Our young people can get work in the town

6. We are connecting with the Mid NorthKnowledge Partnership and learning new anddifferent things

7. We are planning for the upgrade of theRecreation Ground for camping and events

This year’s priorities build on the work of past years,we’re now ready to move forward with bigger ideas...

What have we achieved in 2012?

For a small town, we get a lot done, in 2012 we have:● Received funding from Council to cover the costs of running

the Pool and hired a Pool Manager● Done a lot of planning for the redevelopment of the Swimming

Pool/Tourism Precinct (and applied for funds to make ithappen)

● Applied for grants and been successful in funding for training,an electric BBQ, an emergency siren at the Hall, and Councilhas committed to streetscaping Alfred Street to beautify andreduce truck noise

● Finally, after many years, our new playground has beeninstalled next to the Pool, and gained an immediate fan club inthe under 5s

● Organised events, raffles and ceremonies● Erected a new Heysen Trail sign donated by the Friends of

the Heysen Trail● Arranged delivery and distribution of Trees For Life● Kept the area looking lovely (thanks to the hard workers at

working bees)● Received a lot of interest from the Move to Hallett campaign● Continued our successful relationship with the Regional

Council of Goyder● Upgrade of toilets at Hallett Hall● After endless negotiations with our insurers, our old

‘subcommittees’ have come in under the HCSA, and theHistorical Society has established as a separate organisation

● And apart from the HCSA, the Op Shop is going great guns -having opened a Men’s Shed to provide a meeting space untilthe pub reopens; the Historical Society continues to attractinterest from far and wide; and the Bowling, Club has openedto the public on Friday nights since the pub has closed. Tennisand Golf Clubs give everyone an opportunity to join in.

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Maintain community infrastructure in good condition

Maintain Hallett Hall in good condition On-going: major repairs andupgrades will be scheduled

Council complete minor repairs, CouncilAsset Management and fundraising formajor works/upgrades

Arrange for public areas to be mowed and maintained On-going, but particularly inspring Mainly volunteers, Council pays for petrol

Maintain the Swimming Pool in good condition andopen in season

Aim for pool to be open 1st

November to 21st April, andmaintained during winter

Council funding of $13,872 plus entryfees/membership and fund raising (raffles)

Seek funding to upgrade water and ablution facilities atthe Recreation Ground

On-going, ensure safe foruse if events/hiring Ward Funds, hiring fees, other grants

Monitor vegetation on Community Land and arrange forCouncil to mow if needed

On-going, check with CFSfor fire risk Council

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To make the town more attractive and appealing for locals and visitors

Work with Council to complete streetscaping and treeplanting Winter 2014 Council has allocated funding for this

Liaise with Council to remove car wrecks in privateproperty visible from public areas 2013 Council

Encourage property owners to beautify homes andgardens 2013 HCSA to seek funding for paint

Upgrade signage based on findings of signage audit 2014 Council is responsible for some signs,HCSA to seek funding for others

Work with local artists to design and apply for funding toinstall artistic entrance statements 2014 Arts/Tourism funding may be available

Liaise with Council to ensure roads, footpaths andgutters are in good repair Ongoing Council

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To create opportunities for the community to engage in social activity

Continue to support the HCSA working groups to makesure the community has plenty of opportunity to join in On-going Events should be cost-neutral or use

funding raised in other events

Ensure local social activities are factored into theSwimming Pool/Tourism Precinct Redevelopment 2014 HCSA is seeking RDAF funding for the

redevelopment

Encourage people to volunteer to help maintain thetown’s assets and enjoy the social benefit of beinginvolved

On-going HCSA and its working groups providerefreshment for volunteer activities

Connect with Community Management Committees inother towns 2013 Support Council initiatives to bring CMCs

together

Liaise with community groups and businesses toencourage local patronage of shops and activities On-going Activities funded by organising group

Continue to produce the Hallett Community Newsletter,encouraging community input into design and content On-going Newsletter is funded through donations

Maintain the HCSA facebook page to let people knowwhat’s happening On-going No cost

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To develop business, education and employment opportunities in Hallett

Continue the Move to Hallett campaign to bring in newresidents and businesses On-going Cost to date $160, minimal on-going cost

Work with the RDA Yorke & Mid North to createvocational training opportunities for Hallett residents 2013 DFEEST funding

Liaise with Braemar Iron Foundation mining companiesto promote Hallett as an ideal base On-going Minimal funds

Liaise with the Mid North Knowledge Partnership tocreate educational and research opportunities that buildthe knowledge base of Hallett residents

On-going Minimal funds

Redevelop the old CFS grounds as a Tourism Precinctto attract visitors and provide recreation space forHallett residents

2013-2014 RDAF funding is being sought

Monitor opportunities to redevelop the RecreationGround as a RV/camping location in preparation for thedevelopment of a precinct plan for this area

2013 To be identified

Be open to opportunities to hold major events in Hallettthat would bring people to the town and providefundraising income

On-going To be self-funding

Engage with the National Landscapes Program for theFlinders Ranges to develop tourism ventures in Hallett 2013 National Landscapes Development

Program funding