Wattle Range Council

16/10/2026

🏆 Congratulations to our 2026 Senior of the Year, Jill Preston!

Beachport resident Jill Preston has been recognised as the Wattle Range Council Senior of the Year for 2026.

For more than 30 years, Jill has dedicated her time to the Beachport Bowling Club as a volunteer, leader, organiser and mentor. Beyond the bowling green, she has supported her community through Meals on Wheels and by helping local residents access essential services and medical appointments.

Jill's contribution is a reminder of the important role seniors play in keeping our communities connected, supported and thriving.

Congratulations, Jill, and thank you for your outstanding service to the Wattle Range community. 👏



📸Mayor Des Noll presented the 2026 Senior of the Year Award to Jill Preston

15/10/2026

🎃👻 Dare to enter the Haunted House? 👻🎃
The Wattle Range Youth Advisory Council (YAC) invites the community to a spooktacular night at the RSL Hall, Millicent on Saturday 31 October 2026.

🕸️ Spooky Session | 5.00pm - 6.30pm
A fun and friendly haunted house experience suitable for younger visitors and those who enjoy a lighter scare.

💀 Scare Session | 6.30pm - 8.00pm
Enhanced effects, darker surprises and more frightful fun for brave visitors.

💛 Gold coin donations are optional, with funds raised supporting local youth drug and alcohol programs.

Gather your friends, dress up if you dare, and come along for a night of Halloween thrills and community spirit!

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14/10/2026

Glencoe. Have you got questions for us or are you just curious about what Council is up to?
Join us in Glencoe for a free BBQ and Community Chat.

We can't promise all the answers to life's biggest mysteries, but we can talk local matters over a snag and a chat.

📍 Glencoe Netball and Football Clubrooms
📅 Wednesday 28 October
🌭 BBQ from 6pm
🗣️ Chat starts 6.30pm
Come along, meet your Elected Members and Council staff, and have your say.

The Glencoe BBQ and Chat is the eleventh event in Council's Community Conversations series, bringing Elected Members, staff and residents together to discuss local matters and share ideas.
Find out more www.wattlerange.sa.gov.au/councils-community-conversations

13/10/2026

🎉🔎 Congratulations to our Scavenger Hunt Winners! 🔎🎉

The Free Range in Wattle Range Scavenger Hunt saw a whopping 193 children and their families take part across Beachport, Millicent and Penola these school holidays!

As part of the Full Throttle in Wattle School Holiday Program, families explored our towns, solved clues, discovered local attractions, and enjoyed some fun-filled adventures along the way.

🎁 Congratulations to our lucky winners from Beachport – Winston & Haddi , Millicent – Charlotte & Gracie and Penola – Mila & Eddie , who have each won a voucher for a local business of their choice. We will contact all our lucky winners shortly to organise your prizes!

And if you missed out this time, don't worry... The Free Range in Wattle Range Scavenger Hunt will be back this summer! ☀️

A huge thank you to everyone who participated. We hope you had a fantastic time getting outdoors, exploring the region, and putting your detective skills to the test! 🕵️‍♀️🌿

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13/10/2026

🎉 That’s a wrap on Full Throttle in Wattle for Spring! 🎉

A total of 794 children enjoyed more than 40 school holiday activities and events across Wattle Range.
Families took part in magic shows in Beachport and Millicent, met native animals with Australian Bush Buddies in Penola, enjoyed arts and crafts at the Millicent Library, Wacky Wednesdays at the Beachport and Penola Visitor Information Centre. Outdoor adventures including golf sessions Beachport and Penola were also popular.

One of the standout activities was the Free Range in Wattle Range Scavenger Hunt, with 193 children and their families exploring Beachport, Millicent and Penola while discovering local landmarks, businesses and attractions along the way.

A big thank you to everyone who attended, volunteered and helped deliver another fantastic school holiday program. ☀️

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13/10/2026

Join Council's Audit & Risk Committee

Wattle Range Council is seeking expressions of interest from suitably qualified people to join its Audit & Risk Committee as an Independent Member.

We're looking for someone with experience in finance, governance and/or risk management to help support good decision-making and accountability across Council.

📅 The closing date for expressions of interest has been extended to 9am on Monday, 19 October 2026.

For more information and to apply, visit: 🔗https://bit.ly/4xYQHnn

13/10/2026

Winners in this years Wattle Range Photographic Competition will be announced at this Wednesday's official exhibition opening.
Come along to the Millicent Library and Gallery at 7pm and celebrate the talented shutterbugs who have captured our region!

The results are in!

The photographs have been judged, the prize-winning entries have been framed and hung, and the Wattle Range Photographic Exhibition is ready to be unveiled!
Join us this Wednesday at 7.00pm as we announce the prize winners and celebrate the incredible talent of photographers who have captured the beauty, character and diversity of the Wattle Range region.
Come along to view the exhibition, congratulate the winners, and enjoy an evening showcasing the images that tell the story of our community through the lens. Everyone is welcome.

12/10/2026

🏡 Got questions about building, renovating or developing in Penola?
Wondering whether you can build a shed, extend a deck, or if your dream project is a bit more complex than you initially thought? 🤔

Our Development Team will be in Penola this week and ready to chat about how the Planning and Design Code applies to your property.

📍 Penola Coonawarra Visitor Information Centre
📅 Wednesday, 14 October
⏰ 12.30 pm to 4.30 pm (note change of time)

No appointment needed. Just drop in and bring your questions.
More information: https://bit.ly/3YpqejJ

12/10/2026

Our Elected Members will gather in the Millicent Council Chamber tomorrow Tuesday, 13 October at 5pm for the monthly Ordinary Meeting of Council.
A few key items on the agenda;
🔘E-scooter and e-bike use on footpaths in Millicent, Beachport and Penola townships
🔘Millicent Land Development project
🔘Speed limit review for Kirip Rd, Glencoe
🔘Recurring event support funding for the Millicent Show fireworks
🔘Monthly financial performance and project status report
🔘Updates on major Council projects

The meeting will be held in the Council Chamber at the Council Service Centre, 12 North Terrace, Millicent. Interested members of the public are most welcome to join the gallery.
You can view the agenda and all reports on our website, and minutes will be posted a few days after the meeting.
👉 www.wattlerange.sa.gov.au/our-council/meetings-and-gatherings/councilmeetings