Hey there! Welcome to the Clare Valley Podcast, your go-to spot for monthly updates on all things council and community in the Clare and Gilbert Valleys. I’ve got some exciting news: we have a new CEO! David Stobbe will be starting on March 31st. I’ll fill you in on what’s happening at the Council in our next episode after he gets settled in. In the meantime here are the minutes from the latest Council meeting in March: https://www.claregilbertvalleys.sa.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0035/178362...
Mar 28, 2025•44 min•Season 1Ep. 39
This is the first episode of 2025. In this episode, Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council Interim CEO Andrew Aitken discusses: CEO appointment update Councils view on reducing dust on roads during dry times Discovery Caravan Park seeking approval for park improvements Representation Review final report Off street parking request by Model Engineers for Phoenix Ave, Clare Successful applicants for Community Asset grants **NEW CEO APPOINTED**** Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council is pleased to announce t...
Mar 14, 2025•38 min•Season 1Ep. 38
This is the final episode for 2024. In this episode, Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council Interim CEO Andrew Aitken discusses: Delegation formed to focus on future road sealing Council to take over ongoing management and maintenance of Richardson Park Playspace, Sevenhill Council to apply for another grant to help refurbish Riverton Community Hall Helping community people during the Xmas period We’ve heard countless times this year about the housing and homelessness issue statewide, the Mid North i...
Dec 17, 2024•28 min•Season 1Ep. 37
This podcast is brought to you by the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council. This podcast provides the most up-to-date news from the CGVC council meeting in November. Points of interest: Sealed road update - Mystery road funding Clare Town Hall update - more work on stage Grant opportunity Update - Riverton Community Hall refurbishment Community Project Grant opportunities - SA Youth Week and Age Friendly grants Successful applicants for Community Asset Grants Deputy Mayor Appointment - Malcolm Bart...
Dec 03, 2024•34 min•Season 1Ep. 36
This podcast is supported by the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council. In this episode, you'll meet Interim Council CEO Andrew Aitken . He's in the role for a few months until the new CEO is appointed. The former Adelaide Hill's Council CEO details his experience in local government and what he wants to achieve while in the Clare and Gilbert Valley. He briefly discusses some of the topics at October's Council meetings including: Community requests to build infrastructure on council land Representat...
Oct 28, 2024•25 min•Season 1Ep. 35
This podcast is supported by the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council Council news with CEO Dr Helen Macdonald: ( the final recording with the outgoing CEO) Event Support Program grant funding adjustments Australia Day Funding - not taken up by councillors Discovery Holiday Parks cabin development plans Riverton Community Hall structural works update Increased requests for infrastructure builds on council land CEO top 3 incomplete projects - Stormwater management, CWMS, Clare Town Hall Unprecedente...
Sep 26, 2024•47 min•Season 1Ep. 34
This podcast is brought to you by the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council. In this episode: ACDC accepts gifting of the Auburn library Neon Australia's plans for a second construction camp - will this ease the Valley's housing shortage? Moves to resurface basketball courts Event Support Program hold up The Valley's Lifestyle Centre financial performance Appointment of Interim CEO Andrew Aitken scheduled for September 24th to replace outgoing CEO Dr Helen Macdonald Council Employee profile: Cecilia...
Sep 06, 2024•33 min•Season 1Ep. 33
This podcast is brought to you by the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council In this episode, Council CEO Dr Helen Macdonald explains: Post budget details - Rates, Annual Service Charges, Total Revenue and Expenses Clare Town Hall Stage Update Old Town Hall fix up - in the courts Build to Rent Proposal - partnering with not-for-profit housing provider to increase rental housing Future of Clare Boardwalk along Hutt River After 7 years, Council resignation news Library profile How often do you visit yo...
Aug 05, 2024•52 min•Season 1Ep. 32
This podcast is funded by the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council Council chat In this episode Council CEO Dr Helen Macdonald discusses the following topics: Council endorses Draft Budget 2024/25 and Annual Business Plan Council to expect a $863,000 deficit Rates increase 4.3% + growth Some independent members of the Audit and Risk Committee raise concerns about the reduction in expenditure on capital renewal projects. Consultation begins from June 14 until Wednesday 8th July. Clare Valley Wine an...
Jun 12, 2024•42 min•Season 1Ep. 31
This podcast is supported by the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council. It’s budget time! The Clare and Gilbert Valley Council is feverishly working away at the draft Annual Business Plan and Budget for the next financial year. (2024-25) CGVC CEO Dr Helen Macdonald discusses how they've managed this upcoming budget differently, what the big expenses are, and will there be a rise in rates? Other topics discussed: · A new proposal or compromise for the Stanley Flat Code Amendment, · Proposed upgrades ...
May 06, 2024•34 min•Season 1Ep. 30
This podcast is proudly brought to you by the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council. In this episode: Council CEO Dr Helen Macdonald discusses: ESCOSA glances at Council's financials Extension of lease and funding for the Clare Valley Wine, Food and Tourism Centre Update on the Clare Stormwater Management Plan Forensic audit to go ahead on Council's procurement activities Council accepts Buchanan St portion price of $32,000 Calls to extend 50km/hr zone along Horrocks Highway Skywhales Tour to hit Cl...
Apr 02, 2024•50 min•Season 1Ep. 29
Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council catch-up with CEO Dr Helen Macdonald Minister for Planning Nick Champion visits the region to address housing shortage Council advised to adopt a Land Use Strategy Land Management Agreements – do they have power to control development? Council unhappy over public access rights to Clare Caravan Park waterpark State Government seeking locations for Community batteries Following land revocation, calls for more strategic approach to Phoenix Avenue land use Another r...
Feb 28, 2024•30 min•Season 1Ep. 28
Welcome back to another year of the Clare Valley Podcast 2024 Coming up in this episode: With several deferrals finally behind us, the budget review has been passed. We recap on the details surrounding rising operating deficits and capital budget adjustments that affect us all. The Clare and Gilbert Valley community continues to grapple with the housing rental crunch. Councillor Bartholomeaus has received anecdotal information that 50 per cent of the region's tourism accomodation now caters for ...
Feb 04, 2024•34 min•Season 1Ep. 27
This podcast is brought to you by the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council. In Episode 25 CEO Dr Helen Macdonald provides a rundown on all the latest news in Council's latest monthly meeting. Gleeson Wetlands carpark fumble Grant opportunity - Riverton Community Hall SJM Road Purchase request - Buchanan St, Clare Watervale Tennis Courts peppercorn lease $80 thousand funding for Manoora Wellness Centre approved Budget review still not passed by Council Business and fee waivers Clare Valley Food and ...
Dec 19, 2023•26 min•Season 1Ep. 26
Welcome to another episode of the Clare Valley Podcast brought to you by the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council. Dr Helen Macdonald, CEO, Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council speaks about the major topics discussed at latest council meeting. No decision made over budget review Private landholder to rezone land for future subdivision along Horrocks Highway A call out for business or community groups to lease the upstairs space at The Valleys Lifestyle Centre A surplus $14 thousand available for commu...
Nov 26, 2023•33 min•Season 1Ep. 25
CLARE VALLEY PODCAST Council chat with CEO Dr Helen Macdonald · Manoora pitches for a Wellness Centre at Centenary Park · Council accepts Hallmark funding for Clare Gourmet 40th Anniversary · Riverton Community Hall Refurbishment Consultation Outcomes · Stanley Flat Code Amendment latest outcome · Tourism numbers down from the COVID highs · Rates in Arrears update · Australia Day Awards Selection Panel update · Housing shortage survey Council Profile: Environmental Health Officer, Sam KC The Cla...
Oct 24, 2023•24 min•Season 1Ep. 24
Welcome to another episode of the Clare Valley Podcast bringing you the latest Council news, issues and events from the Clare and Gilbert Valley Council area. You'll hear the latest council news from CEO Dr Helen Macdonald: Concerned Gulf View Estate residents over the Stanley Flat Code Amendment Regional Development Australia YMN New Funding Proposal Will local Australia Day events be consolidated? Clare Bowling Club to receive a $250 000 loan to spread artificial turf YMCA to submit grant for ...
Sep 21, 2023•36 min•Season 1Ep. 23
In this episode: COUNCIL CHAT Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council CEO, Helen Macdonald discusses the following topics: Riverton Community Hall Consultation Outcome Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program - what local projects are getting funding? Residential Land Redevelopment Incentive Scheme Saddleworth Institute Revocation of Community Land Report Auburn Library - what's next? Proposal to reopen part of Neagles Rock Road TAYLORS WINES NEW STATE-OF-THE-ART CELLAR DOOR Taylors Wines laun...
Aug 28, 2023•40 min•Season 1Ep. 22
This podcast is brought to you by the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council. Council catchup with CEO, Dr Helen Macdonald Phoenix Avenue, Clare land reclassification Local government to determine where to rehome animals as animal welfare centres at capacity Riesling Trail Dedication Update on electric vehicle charging station, Clare Naidoc Dinner - Clare Town Hall August 5th Quarterly financial results as of July 11th Woman of Significance Award announcement - Shelly Nitschke We All Need Space The r...
Jul 30, 2023•31 min•Season 1Ep. 21
This podcast is supported by the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council. In this episode: Council chat with CEO Dr Helen Macdonald Future of the Saddleworth Institute Rivertown Town Hall structural repairs Naidoc celebrations for August Annual Business Plan and Long Term Financial Plan amendments A special Council meeting is scheduled on Wednesday July 5th to consider the verbal and written submissions and another special meeting will be held on July 12th for Council to adopt the Annual Business Plan...
Jun 26, 2023•36 min•Season 1Ep. 20
In this latest episode: All the latest from the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council with CEO Dr Helen Macdonald: Council deliberating over Draft Budget and Draft Long Term Financial Plan Update of FOGO Waste - no condemned waste for April Water Park at Clare Discovery Caravan Park to be completed by Christmas 2023 More volunteers needed at the Riverton Light Gallery Housing and Land report It’s no secret there are no rentals available in the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council, and if there are, the...
May 29, 2023•53 min•Season 1Ep. 19
In this latest episode: All the latest from the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council with CEO Dr Helen Macdonald: Modelling on a 7% rate increase Workshop on the operations budget Watervale Institute and the Mt Horrocks Historical Society Clare Town Hall - moves to upgrade the whole hall not just the stage YMCA secures an 3 year lease extension Strategic Plan out for public consultation until June 7th Tania Furler resigns as CGVC councillor, Owen Perry takes the position Richardson Park, Sevenhill ...
May 04, 2023•47 min
In this latest episode: All the latest from the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council with CEO Dr Helen Macdonald: $10 thousand commitment for Yoshinga/Bizen Japanese exchange program Structural issues with Riverton Community Hall to be factored into current refurbishment quote Outcome to the the Council's Community Survey Two community consultations about Riverton's IGA's proposed trolley stand Volunteer needed for Riverton Light Gallery Development application approved for major poultry breeder fa...
Mar 30, 2023•50 min•Season 1Ep. 30
This podcast is supported by the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council. 1). Update on news from council headquarters with CEO, Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council Dr Helen Macdonald: Newly elected councilor Tania Furler has asked for a leave of absence from council meetings, however since this request, the SA Electoral Commission has advised the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council that Ms Furler is no longer an elected member as she failed to lodge a disclosure return. The Clare Flying group has approac...
Mar 09, 2023•42 min•Season 1Ep. 29
A jam packed episode this month. Council Chat: CEO of the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council Dr Helen Macdonald discusses all the latest details discussed at the latest council meeting. Auburn Streetscape Plan Land revocation of Auburn RSL Strategic Planning Community Survey Rates objections Stanley Flat Code Amendment Australia Day Awards Breakfast Greenwaste collection launch Australia Day Awards You'll meet Angus Holland who was awarded the Young Citizen of the Year Award at the Australia Day ...
Feb 06, 2023•59 min•Season 1Ep. 28
In this podcast episode, Dr Helen Macdonald, the CEO of the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council discusses the major items addressed at the December Council meeting. Clare Valley Hutt Project Inc report on the Clare Valley Wine, Food and Tourism centre call to review its KPI's Successful applicants of the Community Asset Grant Scheme - a total of 25 applications received , 16 successful YMCA management agreement renewal The CEO's vision for 2023 Behind the scenes of the Valleys Lifestyle Centre, Cl...
Jan 08, 2023•24 min•Season 1Ep. 27
Welcome to the Clare Valley Podcast. This episode features cooking, gardening and celebrating one of the region's literary talents. The CEO of the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council Dr Helen Macdonald discusses : The induction of the new Council Costly maintenance of damaged roads due to continuous wet weather Proposal to streamline future Citizen of the Year Awards Council assists Riverland constituents to construct river levee bank to prevent flooding Update on Planning Code review YAC plans fo...
Dec 02, 2022•56 min•Season 1Ep. 26
This episode is all about showcasing the region’s wine producers. The annual Clare Valley Wine Show was held recently with more than 200 people attending. It’s deemed a highlight on the calendar of those in the wine industry, a chance to catch up, wine and dine, and compete for the bragging rights of the coveted trophies. This year’s show attracted 43 exhibitors, with 469 entries across 23 classes. A total of 302 medals were awarded, including 52 gold. In this episode you will hear from a few of...
Oct 21, 2022•13 min•Season 1Ep. 25
Welcome to Episode 11 of the Clare Valley Podcast. Rezoning land to accomodate low density housing on White Hut Road, Stanley Flat Assisting Ngadjuri people with accomodation options to help transition back to country Agri-tourism- one the keys to sustaining tourism growth in the Clare Valley. Have you heard about remedy cows? Get the latest from Mim Ward, Clare Valley's Regional Tourism Manager One persons journey to Poland to assist Ukrainian refugees fleeing from Russia's invasion. Meet Justy...
Aug 22, 2022•57 min•Season 1Ep. 11
In Episode 10 of the Clare Valley Podcast: We'll chat to Council's director of Development and Community, Andrew Christiansen and Director of Corporate Services, Leanne Kunoth about the following topics. Attention owners of electric cars - EV rapid charging stations planned for Clare New toilets and baby change facilities for Melrose Park Rates in arrears - we'll take a look at the figures Who wants to be a councillor? Two candidate briefing sessions are to be held in Clare on Monday 8/8 at the ...
Jul 24, 2022•43 min•Season 1Ep. 10
