City of Mount Gambier

25/06/2026

The City of Mount Gambier Junior Sports Assistance Fund Committee has provided almost $12,000 in funding to support the delivery of specialised coaching clinics for junior participants across the region.

Member organisations of the fund were invited to apply for financial assistance to support specialised coaching opportunities for junior players, coaches of junior teams, and junior umpires.

Congratulations to the following organisations who were successful in receiving funding:
🎾Lakes Junior Tennis Association – $1,900
🏐Mount Gambier Netball Association – $1,800
🐴Mount Gambier and District Pony Club – $2,000
🏈West Gambier Football/Netball Club – $1,650
🏀Basketball Mount Gambier – $4,400

Read more: www.mountgambier.sa.gov.au/news/junior-sports-assistance-fund-coaching-clinic-funding-announced

22/06/2026

A fresh new play space is ready to enjoy at Hayes Crescent Reserve.

As part of Council’s play space renewal program, the upgraded reserve has now been completed, creating an engaging space for local families.

The north west area of Mount Gambier continues to see strong growth in young people, and this upgrade helps ensure the community has access to safe and modern play opportunities.

The transformed reserve has been elevated to a neighbourhood-level facility and now includes:

• New combination play equipment, while retaining the existing swing.
• Upgraded fitness equipment.
• An extended multi-use court with a new goal.
• A water fountain (to be connected by SA Water), picnic tables and additional seating.
• A refreshed shelter, landscaping and improved pathways.

Sustainability was also a key focus, with up to 90% of materials from the previous equipment and softfall reused or recycled.

Put it on your list to head down and take a look at the new play space.

Read more in Council's Newsroom: https://www.mountgambier.sa.gov.au/news/new-neighbourhood-play-space-opens-at-hayes-crescent-reserve

22/06/2026

Local workplaces, organisations and schools are invited to get into the festive spirit for 'Christmas in July' on Friday 24 July 2026, supporting the Mount Gambier Community Mayor’s Christmas Appeal.🎄

Add a splash of Christmas to winter by wearing festive colours, jumpers, costumes or accessories, and donate $5 per person to help raise vital funds for local families in need.

Mayor Lynette Martin encourages everyone to get involved.

“Let’s have some fun and brighten a winter’s day. It will be fantastic to see our community embracing Christmas in July while making a meaningful local impact.”

Funds raised will go directly to the Christmas Cheer program, delivered locally by Uniting Care, ac.care, St Vincent de Paul and The Salvation Army, providing food hampers, gifts and vouchers to those doing it tough.

❄️ Donations are tax deductible
❄️ Register your workplace, organisation or school via email: [email protected]
❄️ Donate online: https://www.givenow.com.au/mountgambiercommunitymayorschristmasappeal

Read more in Council’s Newsroom: https://www.mountgambier.sa.gov.au/news/mount-gambier-community-mayors-christmas-appeal-fundraiser-christmas-in-july

18/06/2026

Mayor Lynette Martin shares key outcomes from Council’s June 2026 meeting, including an urgent motion opposing the State Government’s proposal to move Local Government Elections from November 2026 to April 2027. Council is calling for the current schedule to remain, or for elections to be deferred to November 2027.

Council has also endorsed a long term lease for the Blue Lake Golf Club, providing up to 20 years of certainty and recognising its important role in local events, tourism, employment and community wellbeing.

Council has reaffirmed its strong opposition to fracking in the Limestone Coast, calling for the current moratorium to be extended indefinitely.

And, work is progressing on a new Environmental Sustainability Policy, with a draft expected in September following community consultation. The policy will guide Council’s approach across key areas including water, waste, energy, transport, biodiversity and land use.

15/06/2026

Looking to cut your energy costs? Council is partnering with ShineHub to bring back the Solar and Battery Bulk Buy program for 2026.

Join us this Wednesday 17 June 2026 from 6:00pm to 7:00pm at City Hall for a free community information session.

Learn about exclusive solar, battery and Virtual Power Plant offers, see equipment up close, and chat with experts to find the right solution for your home or business.

After a fully booked session in 2025 and more than 115 local households already involved, places are limited and bookings are essential.

Register now via the ShineHub website: https://shinehub.com.au/mount-gambier/

12/06/2026

🚧 UPDATE: DAVISON DRIVE TO REMAIN CLOSED THIS WEEKEND

We regret to advise that Davison Drive will remain closed this weekend (Saturday 13 and Sunday 14 June 2026) due to ongoing works and forecast weather, which may create hazardous road conditions.

The Valley Lake Recreational Area will therefore be inaccessible during this time.

The good news is these works are nearing completion, and we hope to restore full access in the coming weeks.

We apologise for any inconvenience and thank you for your patience as we complete these important works safely.

UPDATE: DAVISON DRIVE TO REMAIN CLOSED on Saturday 13 and Sunday 14 June 2026.

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Road works are scheduled to commence on Davison Drive (between Bay Road and Elliott Drive) from 11 May 2026 for a period of approximately six weeks.

During this period, the road will be closed to all vehicles from Monday to Friday, meaning the Valley Lake Recreational Area will be inaccessible.

The road will be reopened on weekends, and all walking and bike trails will remain open and unaffected throughout the works.

We apologise for any inconvenience these works may cause and thank you in advance for your cooperation.

For enquiries please contact City of Mount Gambier on (08) 8721 2555.

10/06/2026

Council is participating in Living Lightly Locally, a free sustainability program delivered by Adelaide University, with monthly sessions at the Mount Gambier Library from July 2026 to July 2027.

Each session explores topics such as waste, garden and biodiversity, and your sustainability journey, helping participants build knowledge and take action in their everyday lives.

Open to all experience levels, the program combines online learning with local discussions and gives participants the chance to contribute to real research shaping future sustainability outcomes.

Sign up and be part of the journey: https://www.livinglightlylocally.com.au/

Read more in Council's Newsroom: https://www.mountgambier.sa.gov.au/news/council-supports-living-lightly-locally-sustainability-program

The City of Mount Gambier is participating in Living Lightly Locally, a free community sustainability education and research program delivered by Adelaide…

10/06/2026

Please note Keegan Drive and Hay Drive will be partially closed on Sunday 14 June 2026 from 5:00am to 5:30pm to enable the safe conduct of the Tower Trail Run event.

Best of luck to all competitors 🏃🏃‍♀️

09/06/2026

Residents are invited to unlock solar savings as the City of Mount Gambier partners with ShineHub to launch the second round of its Solar and Battery Bulk Buy program for 2026.

Join us for a free community information session on Wednesday 17 June 2026 from 6:00pm to 7:00pm at City Hall.

Learn how you can access exclusive solar, battery and Virtual Power Plant offers, see equipment on display, and chat with experts to find the right solution for your home or business.

Following a fully booked session in 2025 and more than 115 households already involved, spaces are limited and bookings are essential.

Register now and learn more via the ShineHub website: https://shinehub.com.au/mount-gambier/

Read more in Council's Newsroom: https://www.mountgambier.sa.gov.au/news/shinehub-solar-and-battery-bulk-buy-returns-for-2026

Residents are invited to unlock solar savings as the City of Mount Gambier launches the second round of its ShineHub Solar and Battery Bulk Buy program…

08/06/2026

🗣️💬Final days to have your say❗

A reminder the draft City of Mount Gambier 2026/2027 Business Plan and Budget and Long Term Financial Plan 2027-2036 are now available for community feedback.

The documents outline Council’s services, planned projects and budget allocations for the coming financial year and beyond.

The community is encouraged to review the documents and provide written via www.haveyoursaymountgambier.com.au or email [email protected]

A Special Council Meeting will be held in the Council Chamber, Civic Centre on Tuesday 16 June 2026 at 5:00pm to receive verbal submissions. Requests to present a verbal submission can be submitted via Have Your Say, email or phone.

Feedback on the draft documents and registrations to speak at the Special Council Meeting close at 5:00pm Thursday 11 June 2026.