Lower Eyre Council

22/09/2026

Active Club Program now open.

A quick and simple funding application form which might earn your sporting club between $1500 to $3000 depending on your membership.

Funding available for a range of sporting equipment, uniforms, professional development, medical training and equipment, maintenance, club promotion and even white goods.

Full list of eligible costs, guidelines and link to the online application process available from the link below.

Applications close on 14 October.

https://orsr.sa.gov.au/grants/active-club-program

22/09/2026

Want to level up your business processes? Join our workshop with RSM Australia in Cummins! Learn how automation, systems and apps can reduce the time you spend on manual tasks, and how KPIs and benchmarking can help you make better business decisions.

WHEN: 9.30am-11.30am, 13 October 2026
WHERE: Cummins Hotel
COST: $15pp (to cover catering and venue costs)

Find out more and register here: https://events.humanitix.com/smarter-systems-stronger-decisions-reducing-admin-improving-cashflow-and-using-your-numbers-with-confidence-cummins

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18/09/2026

The latest edition of the Fortnightly Focus – 18 September 2026.

Catch up on what’s happening across the Lower Eyre Council area.

17/09/2026

Fresh look for Coffin Bay icon!

Twenty new interpretive signs featuring flora and fauna, the oyster industry and Nauo cultural heritage are creating a refreshed and engaging experience for locals and visitors exploring the popular Coffin Bay Oyster Walk.

Short educational videos accessible via QR code are also being produced for select signs as another chance to learn and connect.

The project has been made possible through a strong partnership between Council and the Coffin Bay Tourist Association with a working group also consisting of representatives from Nauo Aboriginal Corporation, Lower Eyre Coastcare Association, Eyrelab and SA Oyster Growers Association.

Funds from Council, CBTA and Nauo complemented grant funding from the SA Tourism Commission’s Experience Nature Tourism Fund.

This has been a fantastic community-led project that will help ensure the Oyster Walk continues to be a welcoming, informative and meaningful experience for years to come.

Thank you to all involved!

16/09/2026

Locust Watch: Locust activity can have a significant impact on crops and pasture, so early detection is important.

If you spot locusts or signs of locust activity:

• Report sightings as soon as possible
• Review your pest control plan
• Act early if treatment is required
• Learn more at pir.sa.gov.au/locusts

📞 Exotic Plant Pest Hotline: 1800 084 881

Your report could help protect local agriculture and support an effective response across our region.

16/09/2026

Reminder - Exciting Council Job Opportunities Closing Soon!

Lower Eyre Council is seeking motivated and enthusiastic people to join our team and help deliver services and projects that support our region.

We currently have opportunities available for:

• Executive Assistant – Office of the Chief Executive Officer
• General Duties & Plant Operator – Northern Depot (Cummins)
• General Duties & Plant Operator – Southern Depot (Port Lincoln Airport)
• Project Manager

Whether you're an experienced administrator, a skilled plant operator, or a project management professional ready for your next challenge, we want to hear from you.

Join a supportive workplace where your contribution helps make a real difference to our communities.

Applications close 5.00pm, Monday 21 September 2026.

Find out more and apply via the Employment Opportunities page on Council's website: https://www.lowereyrepeninsula.sa.gov.au/council/employment

15/09/2026

September Ordinary Council Meeting

The September Ordinary Council Meeting will be held on Wednesday 16 September 2026, commencing at 9.00am, in the Council Chambers, Cummins.

Members of the community are welcome to attend in person or watch the meeting live online.

Join Microsoft Teams Meeting: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/419104770419532?p=l20mP50APBxW2ndeWM
Meeting ID: 419 104 770 419 532
Passcode: 3yd9rs9r

The meeting link is also available on Council's website.

14/09/2026

Bushfire Season is Approaching 🔥

Now is the time to prepare your property and help keep our communities safe.

Lower Eyre Council's Fire Prevention Officer will commence annual fire prevention inspections across township areas from 1 October 2026. Inspections help identify properties that may require works to reduce fire risks ahead of the bushfire season.

Take action now by:
• Slashing or mowing long grass and w**ds
• Removing excess vegetation and combustible materials
• Clearing around homes, sheds and buildings
• Maintaining access to your property

Small actions today can make a big difference tomorrow.

11/09/2026

W**d Watch: Bridal Veil Detected on Lower Eyre Peninsula

It’s great to see so much green around the region at the moment, but not all green growth is welcome.

Bridal Veil is a highly aggressive invasive w**d that can smother native vegetation and spread rapidly. Recent sightings have been recorded in:
• Tulka
• Coffin Bay
• Tiatukia

Bridal Veil can look very similar to Bridal Creeper, but has slightly different leaves. With the recent rainfall, now is the perfect time to keep an eye out for it on your property and while out and about.

If you spot Bridal Veil, early control is important. Please contact your local Landscape Officer for advice on identification and control options.

For further information, please check out the following fact sheet: https://bit.ly/EP-bridal-veil

🌱It’s wonderful to see so much green around Eyre Peninsula at the moment… but there are some green plants that are not so nice.

❌Bridal veil is a highly aggressive and invasive w**d that can smother native plants. With plenty of rain already this winter, it will be starting to show up at previously infested areas and could be popping up in new locations.

👀Please keep an eye out for it, especially on lower EP where the most known sites are. If it’s on your property, it’s best to control it as soon as possible. Please speak to your local Landscape Officer for advice on your best options for control.

09/09/2026

Upcoming drumMUSTER Collection - Bookings Essential!

Farm chemical users are reminded that the next drumMUSTER collection will be held on 28 and 29 October 2026 at the Cummins Waste Transfer Station.

This free service provides an opportunity to responsibly dispose of eligible chemical containers for recycling. To be accepted, containers must be:

• Triple rinsed
• Clean & dry (no chemical residue)
• Declared clean when delivered
• Lids removed
• Metal drums should be punctured

Bookings are essential and can be made by contacting the Cummins Council Office on (08) 8676 0400 and speaking with Works Admin.

For more information, visit Council's website: https://www.lowereyrepeninsula.sa.gov.au/services/refuse-collection-waste-transfer-stations/drummuster