Jill Whittaker OAM Campbelltown Mayor

15/09/2026

The work of Campbelltown City Council (SA) has ~40% devoted to roads, footpaths and drains. The Local Government Act details other responsibilities expected of council. These include creating sporting opportunities for the population. This is because there are huge benefits to the wider community and to the physical and mental health of individuals. Libraries are another key function of great community value and Campbelltown has been given care and control of land by the State Government for the Campbelltown Public Library, Thorndon Park as well as the Geoff Heath Par 3 Golf Course at Lochiel Park.

As you can see from the photos the council is working on developing tennis facilities and has previously built new club rooms at Daly Oval and Max Amber Sportsfield.

14/09/2026

Congratulations to Athelstone Tennis Club for the last 50 years at their home in Athelstone.

The club is having great success in the local and state competitions.

Celebrations were held in the 2nd club rooms at the site opened in 2021. There is quite the contrast with the previous club rooms built to a smaller budget in 1981 (pictured). The Federal government provided significant support for the Bright, airy and functional new club rooms.

President Ben Freeman outlined the club’s journey from Maryvale Rd and other locations to its present home. (Pictured here with Hon Claire Clutterham and myself).

Life Members Rhonda and Dennis have been with the club for those 50 years as the heart and soul.

Coach Peter Clark remembered their efforts as he reflected on the current successes of the juniors who not only love the game but worked hard to become the most improved players.

Jenn Roberts MP, Claire Clutterham MP and myself joined in wishing the club a great future on this momentous occasion. The cake was delightful.

14/09/2026

I recently attended a SA Roads and Works Conference where the scale of the money being spent by the SA Government and Councils on Roads was on show.

Campbelltown City Council (SA) spends nearly 40% of its budget on roads, footpaths and drainage. Drains are too often the least valued items in the budget, as being out of sight they are out of mind too. It is only when flooding rain occurs that it becomes evident if the drains need attention. The Max Amber Sportsfield is one recent example where the scale of flowing ground water was drawn to the public’s attention. New drainage systems to cope with deluge conditions are required.

The Conference discussed the huge impact of floods on drains, roads, bridges and community. While our recent flooding events were horrific, the floods in the north of our state in February this year, will take years to fix, as roads were washed away for kilometres.

Council staff have the expertise and dedication plus strong systems to support planning to address issues which arose as part of the recent floods.

13/09/2026

29 years worth of celebration today. You could drop in to the golf club room at Lochiel Park and have a celebratory coffee and cake.

In this year’s Business Plan the Solar lighting is to be replaced along Linear Park as the trees make solar lighting ineffective as there is too much shade.

This month, Linear Park celebrates its 25th Birthday!

On September 14 1997, a 21 year project to construct the Linear Park was completed. This 32 km long park, which runs along both sides of the length of the River Torrens, commences in the Adelaide foothills at Athelstone, travels through the Adelaide metropolitan area to the river mouth at West Beach/Henley Beach. The park is a popular corridor for walking, running, cycling, dog walking and playing.

Along the approximately 11km stretch of trail within Campbelltown's boundaries, there are a range of recreational facilities and opportunities including BBQs and picnic areas, playgrounds, Paradise Skate Park, Lochiel Park Golf at Geoff Heath Par 3, Lochiel parkrun, toilets, drinking fountains and park benches.

We encourage you to get outdoors and enjoy this beautiful part of our City.

Visit www.campbelltown.sa.gov.au/linearpark to find out more about recreational opportunities within Campbelltown's stretch of Linear Park.

13/09/2026

The Campbelltown City Council (SA) Oval Maintenance team can take a bow.

The Campbelltown Memorial Oval has provided great grounds for amateur league footy finals over several weeks. Sunday was no exception when Campbelltown was selected as the best venue for finals.

The grounds team now has a mammoth task of preparing the grounds for the cricket season in a challenging turn around time.

13/09/2026

Magill Rotary Market on today- the most affordable brunch in town. Campbelltown Memorial Oval.

12/09/2026

The Renewal SA Report on the Community Engagement undertaken earlier this year has been released.

It is worth a read although the impact of the consultation on the Final Plan has not been released with it.

The community has very strong views on a number of points such as tree canopy and open space.

12/09/2026

I have had numerous comments from residents about multiple posts on Facebook from a councillor which upsets them. These posts are not authorised by council and are in conflict with Campbelltown City Council (SA)’s Social Media Policy. The only person who has control is the person authorising the posts. The poster refuses to acknowledge the policy which has been discussed several times in training sessions and privately.

The person says that the number of comments make it impossible to manage the comments as there is a lack of capacity, capability and willingness to do so. Posts which are often very upsetting to others because they are racist, divisive and inflammatory.

I suggest you use the blocking device available through settings. DELETE AND BLOCK.

Blocking achieves several goals. You will no longer see the posts, The posts can no longer be monetised and the algorithms will stop spreading the messages far and wide. Angry responses spread the posts with greater monetisation and exposure.

You can like this page instead which I maintain as a safe space and a community service.

A shout out to those people who are here because you want to find out for yourself what is happening in Campbelltown. Thank you for liking this page. If you wish to comment please abide by the policies of this page.

Photo: Soccer ball being used as a photo prop despite not supporting soccer opportunities.

11/09/2026

Podcasts are a great way to learn about ourselves and the world.

On the evening of RUOK day I was honoured to be a guest at the launch of a new Adelaide venture which explores the inner world of people and the way we manage the things we hide.

You don’t have to navigate it alone is the message.

Here is a link and more information on Episode One.

https://thepartswehide.com/episodes/episode-1-the-brave-face-with-john-mannion

John Mannion was at the launch and spoke about his experiences and how people are helped by the light of talking.

Congratulations to Victoria and Penny for the series produced at Stepney.

The smile we wear when everything is falling apart. John Mannion of the Breakthrough Mental Health Research Foundation joins Victoria and Pennie to talk about the exhausting work of appearing fine ...

10/09/2026

Will at Long Lost Friend prides himself on the quality of his premium coffee and delicious food. I was delighted yesterday with a fabulous lunch and service and food of the highest standard.

If you are looking for a great lunch Will on Magill Road will be happy to help with little extra touches to make your visit special. A friend indeed.