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Welcome to the Tatiara Community News. Stay informed with the latest local news, get the heads up on awesome community achievements and find out what’s happening right across Council – from the Library to the Field Crew.
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Upcoming Council Meeting
Tatiara residents will have the opportunity to observe Council in its decision-making process when Council meets for its March Council meeting in Bordertown. Tuesday 10 March 2026 5 pm at the Tatiara District Council Chambers All are welcome to attend as part of the gallery, and the opportunity to address the meeting will arise during the public forum section, which is held between 5.00 pm - 5.30 pm.
Council News
Australia Day 2026 Thanks for having us Keith!
At this years Australia Day event we celebrated our community’s story and the chapters co-written by some extraordinary community legends and by our newest residents. Congratulations again to our: Tatiara Citizen of the Year - Sarah Secker Tatiara Community Event of the Year - Keith War Memorial 80th Birthday Celebrations & Don Moseley Playground Opening T atiara Active Citizenship Award - Bordertown Rotary Club - Patient Transfer Facility & Dog Park Bordertown Highly Commended Mayoral Award - Jeff Wiese Welcome and congratulations to our newest citizens!
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Council News
Ramsay
Terrace
Development,
Keith Industrial Estate Subdivision – Stage 2A Construction activities at the Keith Industrial Estate Subdivision – Stage 2A continued to progress during February. Kerb and gutter installation and construction of the road pavement has been completed. The roadway is programmed to be sealed in March followed by electrical infrastructure installation. Council has been awarded a grant of up to $800,000 towards the project from the Government of South Australia through the Thriving Regions Fund – Enabling Infrastructure Program.
Bordertown - Stage 1 update Construction is now underway on Stage 1 of the Ramsay Terrace Land Development. The contractor has begun major earthworks, including levelling the allotments and excavating the stormwater basin. Installation of the community waste water system (CWMS) is underway which will be followed by the installation of stormwater infrastructure. There are 15 blocks in Stage 1, 5 of which the State Government will purchase for the construction of key-worker housing through the Office for Regional Housing. The remaining blocks will soon be on the market!
Big Bag Recovery What are Big Bags?
3 The Council has partnered with Big Bag Recovery, the only Australian Government–accredited product stewardship scheme for plastic bags designed to hold more than 15 kg or 15 litres of contents (including sacks and bulk bags). The program accepts recyclable bags made from: Woven polypropylene (wPP) Low-density polyethylene (LDPE) Council will also accept non-participating bags at a cost of $5 per bag. For further information about Big Bag Recovery, please click on the following link for their website: https://www.bigbagrecovery.com.au/ Big Bags are heavy-duty sacks used across industries and households to carry products such as fertiliser, seeds, animal feed, flour, salt, sugar, milk powder, sand, gravel, mulch, cement, and more. Recycle your Big Bags You can now recycle your “big bags” at Bordertown Transfer Station. Simply scan the QR code below to see what bags qualify for the scheme. About the program
Council News
2026-27 Community Budget Submissions - Closing 9.00 am 16 March 2026 We are now calling on residents and community groups to submit their 2026-2027 Community Budget Submissions by 9am Monday 16 March 2026. This initiative gives the community a voice in shaping the upcoming budget by suggesting projects that align with the Council’s Strategic Plan and benefit local residents. Potential submissions can include capital projects, upgrades or enhancements to Council- managed facilities, community facility improvements, or requests for Council in-kind support. Following the submission deadline, we will review the proposals in April, before drafting the budget for community consultation in May. While not all submissions will be included in the budget, you will be provided with feedback on the status of your submission in May. Submission forms can be downloaded from our website by clicking the link below, or collected from the Bordertown or Keith office. Submission Form You can submit the application form via: Email: office@tatiara.sa.gov.au In person: at the Bordertown or Keith Council Offices. Post: PO Box 346, Bordertown, SA, 5268. Further enquiries can be directed to Leilani Dawes, Finance Manager at Tatiara District Council.
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Council News
Welcome to Our Newest Staff
My Family History Council is currently undertaking a review of its
We’re pleased to welcome two new members to our team, Lauren Oxlade – Director Corporate & Community Services , and Tracey Grosser – Manager Development and Economic Growth . Please join us in welcoming Lauren and Tracey to the team. Have Your Say Bordertown Mainstreet Revival We’re inviting the community to share their thoughts on the future of Woolshed Street as part of the Bordertown Mainstreet Revival. We want to hear what you think is working well, what could be improved, and what opportunities you see for our main street. Your feedback will help guide future improvements, priorities and investment, ensuring Woolshed Street reflects the needs of our community and supports local businesses. The survey only takes a few minutes to complete. 👉 Find survey here
cemetery records for the Bordertown and
Mundulla Old Cemeteries. We are seeking to contact the relatives of individuals who leased grave plots many years ago that remain unused. Council wishes to confirm whether families still require these vacant leased plots. If they are no longer required, the plots may be made available for new burials or cremations. Please click on the link below to check whether your ancestors’ names appear on the list of people we are trying to contact. Even if you are not related, you may know a family on the list and be able to provide Council with contact details. Your assistance would be greatly appreciated. We encourage families to come forward to either renew or cancel the leases. The cost of a perpetual lease is $550. Community assistance in sharing this information is appreciated. For further information or to update your details, please contact Deb Sharpe at the Tatiara District Council office 08 8752 1044 – on Thursdays or leave a message. Click here to check family names
Community Forums for presentation of the Community Forums
draft 2026/27 Annual Business Plan and budget are being planned for the consultation period. Times and dates are likely to be late April to Mid May and will be confirmed and advertised in due course. Please keep an eye on our website for details as they are available.
5 Save the Date Volunteer Appreciation Reception Tatiara Civic Centre Sunday 24 May 2026 th 3.00pm - 5.30pm
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Arts & Culture News
Washed Up JoJo Spook presents sculptural works made from washed-up ocean debris, including ghost nets and discarded fishing materials.
Now showing........
Through slow, hands on processes of sewing and weaving, these remnants of harm are transformed into delicate yet confronting forms. Image: JoJo Spook, Temporary Housing, 2024, Aluminum found object and ghostnets
Coming soon.... .
In the Walkway Gallery Donovan Christie – Everyday’s a Birthday Growing up as a '90s kid, Donovan Christie was shaped by outdoor adventures, DIY fun, and the magic of childhood birthdays. Nostalgia runs through his art, connecting his focus on the Australian landscape and pop culture—from humble corner stores to milk bars. In this new series, Christie turns indoors to the suburban kitchen, exploring the chaos and charm of kids’ birthdays through the lens of the iconic 1980s Women’s Weekly Birthday Cake Book. Raised by a single mother, he learned resilience, independence, and creativity early—lessons that fueled his journey from graffiti to canvas. This exhibition is dedicated to her. Image supplied by artist
AGSA Screen Wavelength
AGSA Screen: Wavelength presents moving image works of art from the Art Gallery of South Australia’s time-based media collection. Wavelength draws on past and contemporary approaches to time-based media, sharing stories from across our world that are connected through the theme of water. The Art Gallery of South Australia’s focused yet significant collection of moving image works by Australian and international artists illustrates this medium’s dynamism and the diverse nature of acquisitions within the collection, with the earliest example of the moving image being from 1929. Image still: Mark Patterson, born 1958, Gabriella Smart, born 1963, Gerry Wedd, born McLaren Vale, South Australia 1957, WAVE, 2022, Adelaide, digital video with sound, 12:00 min; Gift of John and Jane Ayers, Candy Bennett and Edwina Lehmann, James Darling AM and Lesley Forwood, Rick and Jan Frolich, and Louise Rigoni through the Art Gallery of South Australia Contemporary Collectors 2022, Art Gallery of South Australia, Adelaide, © Go Patterson Films
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Arts & Culture News
Coming soon..... In the Foyer Gallery Meg Mader – Creatures Surround Me
Building on techniques developed during her Guildhouse Catapult mentorship with Dan Withey, Meg Mader’s Creatures Surround Me explores a looser, instinctive painting style through acrylics, printmaking, patterns, and storytelling. Living in the country, Mader has learned to respect, fear, and appreciate the creatures around her—from snakes and scorpions to magpies and bees. This series celebrates the animals that share her everyday world, from the endearing to the unsettling, showing how each contributes to the balance of life. Through vibrant colour and layered patterns, she highlights the beauty and complexity of this interconnected ecosystem. Image supplied by artist
What's happening at the Tatiara Libraries
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What's happening at the Tatiara Libraries
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General Inspector General Inpector
Stubble Burning Permits
Landowners requiring a Stubble Burning Permit are requested to contact the Keith or Bordertown office before 11.00 am on the day of the burn. Please be aware that new permit conditions can apply depending on area to be burnt: 1. A firebreak of 8 metres must be cleared around the paddock to be burnt (previously 4 metres). 2. A minimum of four (4) people must be present and capable of controlling the fire (previously 2). 3. At least 2,000 litres of water must be available on site to extinguish the fire (previously 400 litres). 4. A minimum of two vehicles each with water pump and hoses must be kept at hand in case water must be used to control or extinguish the fire while the fire is being lit and maintained. Minimum water capacity must be 400 litres per vehicle. To assist in streamlining the permit process, please ensure you have all relevant property and burn details available when you call. Permits will be issued following the South East Field Days – Lucindale (20 & 21 March), commencing Monday 23 March, and will be available until the season concludes on 30 April 2026. Please note: Council will only issue 24-hour permits. Bordertown Office: 8752 1044 Keith Office: 8755 3347
Dogs and Cats Online Dogs and Cats Online is currently unavailable due to system upgrades. Access is expected to be restored in the coming months. Please contact us to register a dog or cat, register as a breeder, update your owner details or if you have any other queries about your dog and cat registration. We apologise for any inconvenience during this time. A further update will be provided in March! All users will be notified when access is restored. Bordertown office: 8752 1044 Keith office: 8755 3347
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Road Network News
A number of infrastructure projects are continuing to progress across the district, with several key works currently underway or nearing completion.
Works and Projects in Progress Bordertown–Mundulla Bicycle Track
All rubble has now been delivered to site. Works are temporarily on hold while kerb and road construction is completed at the Keith Industrial Estate. Pram Ramp Renewal – Scott Street Works have been completed on both corners of Scott Street. New pram ramps have been installed, including tactile indicators, and the surrounding pavement has been reinstated to provide improved accessibility and safety for pedestrians. Fifth Street Kerbing Renewal Works are progressing well, with new kerbing now installed and backfilled. The pavement between Milne Street and South Avenue has been reinstated and sealed. Sealing of the section between Milne Street and Venn Avenue will be carried out next.
Pram Ramp Renewal – Scott St
Fifth St Kerbing Renewal
Parks & Gardens
Mundulla Park mowing and maintenance Removal of Christmas banners Wolseley Park mowing and maintenance Removal of Christmas banners Padthaway
Our Parks and Gardens team has been busy across the district, keeping our townships neat, tidy and well presented over the past month. Regular mowing and maintenance programs have continued, along with post-festive season clean- ups and irrigation works to support our public spaces. Bordertown Park mowing and maintenance Tidy-up works at the Bordertown Speedway Removal of Christmas banners and decorations from the Apex Park tree Keith Park mowing and maintenance Town spraying Removal of Christmas banners and bells Clean-up following the Keith Don Moseley Australia Day event
Irrigation maintenance at the Cemetery Replacement of the irrigation controller at Apex Park Removal of Christmas banners
Keith Soldiers Memorial - Ready for new plants
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Funding & Grant Opportunities
Strengthening Rural Communities – Small & Vital Opens 25 March - Closes 24 June 2026 The Strengthening Rural Communities (SRC) Small & Vital stream gives small remote, rural and regional communities across Australia the opportunity to access funds for a broad range of initiatives that directly and clearly benefit local communities. There are two tiers of Small & Vital funding available. Small grants up to $10,000 are available for a broad range of grassroots, community-led initiatives that directly and clearly benefit local communities that strengthen local people, places and climate solutions, with a preference for smaller communities (populations less than15,000). The timeframe to deliver these projects is up to 12 months. Targeted larger leverage grants up to $50,000 are only available for projects that focus on strengthening the digital skills, confidence and safety of adults enabling them to get online, build social connections and access services, information, education and employment through training, as well as acquiring the digital and connectivity infrastructure where needed. The timeframe to deliver these projects is up to 18 months. FRRR’s Small & Vital program supports thriving, resilient, and sustainable remote, rural and regional communities across Australia. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis and assessed quarterly. NOTE: There are three streams of funding available within the Strengthening Rural Communities (SRC) Program: Small and Vital (including Larger Leverage) and Prepare and Recover. Organisations may submit their application in ONLY ONE of these streams per SRC grant round and any other applications in this round will be considered ineligible. https://frrr.org.au/funding/src-small-vital/
Telstra’s Connected Communities Grant Program Open now - closes 26 March 2026 Telstra's Connected Communities program boosts support for communities across remote, rural and regional Australia to improve resilience, environmental sustainability and liveability through the power of connection. Grants up to $10,000 are available. For more info click here Tatiara District Council While we do not operate a formal grants program it may distribute funding to community groups following direct application to the Council. Individual Achievement Grants Max $350 national event. Max $500 International Event. Open year round, assessed monthly. Community Strengthening Programs & Events Max $2000 programs & events. Max grant per group is $2000 over 2 financial years. Open year round, assessed monthly. Community Strengthening Infrastructure Grants Max $10000 enhance, improve or renew social assets Max one grant per group every second financial year Quick Response Applications close on 20 October annually, assessed at November Council meetings. For more information please visit our website https://www.tatiara.sa.gov.au/communit y-information/grants
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What's On
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What's On
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What's On
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Easter Rubbish Collection Changes
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