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Kangaroo Island Council Kangaroo Island Council serves 4,900 residents across 4,400 km², supporting tourism and primary production.

Located off the coast of South Australia, Kangaroo Island is home to approximately 5,000 residents and remains a major tourist destination, welcoming over 170,000 visitors annually. Kangaroo Island Council covers the Island’s 4,400 square kilometres and is committed to fostering a confident, growing, and connected community.

🎉Completed: Penneshaw Beach Access UpgradeThe earth ramp providing safer access to Penneshaw Beach has been completed an...
19/10/2026

🎉Completed: Penneshaw Beach Access Upgrade
The earth ramp providing safer access to Penneshaw Beach has been completed and is getting the stamp of approval from humans and pups alike!
Much of the sand that had collected under the beach shelter has also been removed ensuring beachgoers can use the shelter this summer.
Thanks to everyone for their patience as this work was completed. Council plans to plant endemic species on the path edges next winter.

Funding for this work was secured by the Council as part of the State Government's Algal Bloom Local Government Grants. 🙏

🚧REMINDER: TEMPORARY ACCESS CHANGES AT PENNESHAW FERRY TERMINAL 🚧 Please be advised that during the upcoming ferry shutd...
18/10/2026

🚧REMINDER: TEMPORARY ACCESS CHANGES AT PENNESHAW FERRY TERMINAL 🚧

Please be advised that during the upcoming ferry shutdown, temporary traffic management at the terminal will be in place.

Access to the terminal (see image below) will be restricted from 7pm tonight Monday, 19 October, with access expected to be reinstated by 8am Friday 23 October.

During this time the Bay Terrace carpark will also be closed to the public.

PLEASE NOTE: From Friday, 23 October, parking will no longer be permitted along Bay Terrace against the retaining wall. With the changes to traffic flow as result of these works, it's important to ensure this area remains clear. Thank you for your understanding.

🗣️PUBLIC CONSULTATION NOW OPEN: Draft Long Term Financial Plan 2026/27 – 2035/36The Long Term Financial Plan is a key st...
14/10/2026

🗣️PUBLIC CONSULTATION NOW OPEN: Draft Long Term Financial Plan 2026/27 – 2035/36

The Long Term Financial Plan is a key strategic document that outlines Council's projected financial position over the next ten years and guides decision-making around services, infrastructure, asset renewal and financial sustainability.

Key priorities include responsible debt management, maintaining community infrastructure and strengthening Council's financial resilience.

Council invites residents, ratepayers and stakeholders to review the draft plan and provide feedback.

How to access the draft LTFP: www.kangarooisland.sa.gov.au/notice-board/news-and-notices/consultations

Key dates: Consultation is open between Thursday, 15 October and 5pm Wednesday, 4 November 2026.
How to Have Your Say
👩‍💻: http://www.kangarooisland.sa.gov.au/.../community...
📧: Send your comments to [email protected]
📭: Mail your submission to PO Box 121, Kingscote SA 5223
🚶‍♀️: Drop your submission into the Council’s Kingscote Office or the Penneshaw Community Business Centre

🗣️COMMUNITY CONSULTATION NOW OPEN: Proposed Penneshaw Cemetery ColumbariumThe proposal has been submitted by the Pennesh...
14/10/2026

🗣️COMMUNITY CONSULTATION NOW OPEN: Proposed Penneshaw Cemetery Columbarium

The proposal has been submitted by the Penneshaw Progress Association and would see two limestone walls constructed with niches intended for the storage of cremated remains. The proposed location of the columbarium is not within the area that is the key focus of the cemetery’s heritage listing.

How to access details of the proposed columbarium: www.kangarooisland.sa.gov.au/notice-board/news-and-notices/consultations

Key dates: Consultation is open between Thursday, 15 October and 5pm Wednesday, 4 November 2026.

How to Have Your Say
👩‍💻: www.kangarooisland.sa.gov.au/forms/community-consultation-feedback
📧: Send your comments to [email protected]
📭: Mail your submission to PO Box 121, Kingscote SA 5223
🚶‍♀️: Drop your submission into the Council’s Kingscote Office or the Penneshaw Community Business Centre

🚧 TEMPORARY ACCESS CHANGES AT PENNESHAW FERRY TERMINAL 🚧 Please be advised that during the upcoming ferry shutdown, temp...
13/10/2026

🚧 TEMPORARY ACCESS CHANGES AT PENNESHAW FERRY TERMINAL 🚧

Please be advised that during the upcoming ferry shutdown, temporary traffic management at the terminal will be in place.

Access to the terminal (see image below) will be restricted from 7pm Monday, 19 October, with access expected to be reinstated by 8am Friday 23 October.

During this time the Bay Terrace carpark will also be closed to the public.

PLEASE NOTE: From Friday, 23 October, parking will no longer be permitted along Bay Terrace against the retaining wall. With the changes to traffic flow as result of these works, it's important to ensure this area remains clear. Thank you for your understanding.

The History Council of South Australia’s Regional Lecture and Forum is coming to Penneshaw!📅 Friday, 6 November 2026, 9a...
12/10/2026

The History Council of South Australia’s Regional Lecture and Forum is coming to Penneshaw!

📅 Friday, 6 November 2026, 9am - 4pm
📍 CWA rooms, Penneshaw
👉 2026 Regional Lecture by Associate Professor Rick Hosking, who edited an annotated and illustrated edition of William Cawthorne’s 1850s novel The Kangaroo Islanders for Wakefield Press in 2020.
👉A panel of representatives from major historical research institutions and associations including the State Library of Australia, Oral History Australia SA/NT and Genealogy SA, offering advice on resources available to local researchers, and how our state history is collected, preserved and shared.
👉A panel discussing the opportunities and challenges of researching and championing history on the island. Panellists will include KI social historian Bridget Jolly and SA’s 2026 Digital Technologies Historian of the Year Daniel Clarke, KI resident and documentary filmmaker.
👉A guided tour of the Penneshaw Maritime and Folk Museum, including the Frenchman’s Rock exhibit.

This is a FREE event but you must register via: https://events.humanitix.com/2026-annual-regional-history

🚧Penneshaw Beach Access Improvements: Upcoming Works The Council is pleased to inform the community it will start works ...
11/10/2026

🚧Penneshaw Beach Access Improvements: Upcoming Works

The Council is pleased to inform the community it will start works to improve access to Penneshaw Beach from Monday, 12 October.

As part of the works, the steps from the Lloyd Collins Reserve car park will be replaced with a gradual earth ramp running down to the beach shelter. As well as improving access to the beach, some of the sand that has blown under and around the shelter will also be removed making it easier to access.

Some vegetation will have to be removed to allow for the footprint of the path and the general maintenance to be done; revegetation with endemic species is planned for next year.

Construction on the ramp will begin on Monday, 12 October and is expected to take about one week, during which beach access via the area will be closed. Please use other beach access points during this time.

NB: the EV charging stations will still be operational during this time. Four carparks will be closed to allow for the delivery of materials.

The Council has secured funding to complete this work as part of the State Government's Algal Bloom Local Government Grants. We know this work will be welcomed by many in the community who have advocated for improved beach access from the car park. We look forward to reopening access once the work has been completed.

🏆Celebrate Our Local Legends! 🏆NOMINATIONS OPENDo you know someone who goes above and beyond to make Kangaroo Island a b...
11/10/2026

🏆Celebrate Our Local Legends! 🏆

NOMINATIONS OPEN

Do you know someone who goes above and beyond to make Kangaroo Island a better place to live?

It’s time to recognise their incredible efforts!

🌿 The Citizen of the Year Awards, proudly presented by the Australia Day Council of South Australia and administered by Kangaroo Island Council, celebrate the unsung heroes who help our community thrive.

💫 Award Categories
• Citizen of the Year – Exceptional service and commitment
• Community Event of the Year – Bringing people together
• Community Project of the Year – Making a lasting difference

🗓️ Nominations close Friday, 20 November 2026 for the 2027 Awards.
👉 Nominate now at citizenoftheyear.com.au/nominate

Let’s honour the people and projects that make the Island shine 🌟
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Hey Kangaroo Island small business owners 👋The Office for Small and Family Business is heading our way from 27 - 29 Octo...
07/10/2026

Hey Kangaroo Island small business owners 👋

The Office for Small and Family Business is heading our way from 27 - 29 October, offering FREE 1:1 sessions with one of its experienced Business Support Officers, Amanda Hunt.

Got a business question, a challenge you’re working through or an idea you’re keen to explore?

Book a session for support with:

📍Finding grants and funding opportunities

📍Navigating government programs and services

📍Connecting with practical business tools and resources

📍Identifying support that matches your business objectives

📩 To book your session, email [email protected]

Address

43 Dauncey Street
Kingscote, SA
5223

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+61885534500

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