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16 Jul 2026

New preschool and primary school site announced

A new preschool and primary school is a step closer, with Minister for Education, Training and Skills Lucy Hood MP today announcing the site for the $61.1 million project.

Major Projects
Mount Barker

08 Jul 2026

Have your say - draft Hahndorf Parking Management Plan

Council has developed a draft Hahndorf Parking Management Plan and we would like your feedback.

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Transport and Roads
Hahndorf

05 Jul 2026

Deadly in the Hills celebrates 50 years of NAIDOC

Communities across the Adelaide Hills region will celebrate a significant milestone this July as NAIDOC Week marks 50 years of recognising and celebrating Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander history, culture and achievements.

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Community

02 Jul 2026

REKINDLE 2026 - a National Reconciliation Week Initiative

Presented by Council in collaboration with Flaxley Woven, REKINDLE was a magical evening of community connection in the spirit of reconciliation.

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Events
Arts

24 Jun 2026

State and Council partner on plan for Mount Barker's future

Council has welcomed a major commitment from the South Australian Government to work alongside Council to develop a comprehensive Master Plan and Infrastructure Scheme for the Mount Barker growth area.

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Infrastructure
Mount Barker

18 Jun 2026

Concert to inspire climate change action

An exciting line-up of South Australian musical talent will take to the stage at The Cheese Factory in Meadows for Tunes for Trees on Saturday 1 and Sunday 2 August to raise awareness about and act on climate change.

17 Jun 2026

Gather Round is about celebrating South Australia - Mount Barker remains an obvious venue

Mount Barker has already demonstrated it can successfully host AFL matches on one of the biggest stages in Australian sport. Across the Gather Round matches held at the Summit Sport and Recreation Park in 2023 and 2024, we delivered strong crowds, memorable moments and an experience that was embraced by both locals and visitors.

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Economic Development
Mount Barker

03 Jun 2026

Council’s draft budget focused on infrastructure, sustainability and growth

Mount Barker District Council has released its draft 2026/27 Annual Business Plan and Budget for community consultation, outlining a significant program of infrastructure projects, services and long-term investments designed to support one of South Australia’s fastest growing communities.

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Waste and Recycling

15 Apr 2026

Council launches Collecting for Community

Mount Barker District Council is undertaking a six-month trial of a new Container Deposit Scheme (CDS) initiative called Collecting for Community aimed at keeping recyclables out of landfill and supporting people in need.

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Community
Environment

15 Apr 2026

‘All In’ for Reconciliation Week at REKINDLE

Mount Barker district residents are being invited to share their aspirations for strengthening reconciliation between Aboriginal and non-Aboriginal people at REKINDLE on Saturday 23 May.

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Community
Arts

01 Apr 2026

New pool brings state swimming championships to Mount Barker

Mount Barker will host the South Australian Country Short Course Championships in April, marking the event’s return after two decades and highlighting the region’s new 25-metre competition pool at the Summit Aquatic and Leisure Centre.

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Regional Indoor Aquatic and Leisure Centre

31 Mar 2026

Hahndorf Academy transformed for youth-led creative takeover

Young people across the Mount Barker district will take over the Hahndorf Academy gallery this April as part of Youth Week, with a youth-led event set to activate the historic space for one night.

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Hahndorf
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