Yorke Peninsula Council

27/05/2026

Looking for something exciting to do? From family-friendly fun to community events, there’s something for everyone in the latest edition of Yorke Events.
👉 Download the June calendar here: https://yorke.sa.gov.au/discover/things-to-do/local-events/
Got an upcoming event? Help us spread the word!
📩 Send your event details to [email protected]
– the more info you provide, the better we can promote it.
Make the most of May and explore what’s happening around the Yorke Peninsula!

27/05/2026

Ardrossan Road Upgrade Update
The reopening of the Ardrossan/Arthurton Road closure has been delayed due to recent rain events.

Sealing of the upgraded section west of the Clinton Road intersection will occur as soon as weather conditions permits.

This impacts access to the Central Yorke Peninsula (Arthurton) Waste Transfer Station.
More information can be found at the following link:

Ardrossan Road Upgrade Update 27 May 2026 The reopening of the Ardrossan/Arthurton Road closure has been delayed due to recent rain events. Sealing of the upgraded section west of the Clinton Road intersection will occur as soon as weather conditions permits. This impacts access to the Central Yorke...

27/05/2026

⚠️ Road Condition Update – Winulta Area ⚠️
Yorke Peninsula Council is aware of current road issues within the Winulta area following the recent weather event.
Affected roads include:
• Willing Rd
• Correll Rd
• Kenny Rd
• Mason Rd
• Dowlingtonville Rd
• Old Boundary Rd
Warning signs have been placed in affected locations to help ensure the safety of road users.
Council is currently prioritising and programming works as soon as possible to restore these roads to a trafficable condition.
We appreciate your patience and understanding while these works are being organised and completed.

26/05/2026

This week is National Reconciliation Week, with theme, All In, a call for all Australians to commit wholeheartedly to reconciliation every single day.
In recognition of National Reconciliation Week, we will be celebrating Nharangga warra Narungga language!
Narungga language is tens of thousands of years old, and during colonisation, Narungga and Aboriginal words were used to name 11 of our 19 Hundreds (land administration divisions). These Hundreds were all named between 1869 and 1887, and include Garrdibi (Carribie), Coonarie, Garrdimalga (Curramulka), Gudliwardi (Koolywurtie), Minalgawi (Minlacowie), Murawi (Moorowie), Maluwardi (Muloowurtie), Para Wurlie, Dhibara (Tiparra), Warrinbin (Warrenbren), and Waraldi (Wauraltee).
In addition to Hundreds, many of our towns and land features were named with Narungga words. Over this week, we will share some of the meanings of these place names.

26/05/2026

𝗚𝗼𝘁 𝗮𝗻 𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗮 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗮 𝗱𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆?

Apply now for our SA Power Networks Community Grants. Grant applications are now open until Monday 15 June.

This year’s theme is connection, supporting projects that strengthen belonging and community participation.

With grants of up to $5,000 available, we’re supporting projects that bring communities together — whether that’s upgrading a local space, running community events, supporting volunteers, creating mentoring programs, or helping people who may be feeling isolated find ways to connect with others.

Find out more and apply 👉 sapowernetworks.co/Community-Grants

25/05/2026

Today is National Sorry Day – an important day of reflection, healing and acknowledgement for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, particularly members of the Stolen Generations, their families and communities. 💜
Represented by the native purple hibiscus, or desert rose, the colour purple was chosen by Stolen Generations survivors as a symbol of resilience, strength and healing.
This year’s theme, ‘From Sorry to Action’, reminds us that while acknowledging the past is important, meaningful action is needed to support healing, justice and reconciliation.
Twenty-nine years ago, the landmark Bringing Them Home report shared the stories and experiences of the Stolen Generations with the nation and made recommendations to address the ongoing impacts of past government policies. Many of those actions are still yet to be realised.
National Sorry Day provides an opportunity for communities across Australia to come together, reflect on our shared history and continue working towards a more just and respectful future for all.

25/05/2026

The SA Public Health Act 2011 requires councils to develop Regional Public Health Plans which consider issues identified in the State Public Health Plan and respond to local community needs and priorities.

Public health is not healthcare or health services – hospitals, doctors, or aged care facilities.

Public health is about promoting health and wellbeing, including mental health, preventing illness, and protecting communities from environmental risks.
Councils support public health by providing open space, sport and recreation facilities and community facilities, events and programs that support wellbeing.
Share your ideas about what supports a healthy community and what you would like Councils to focus on in the future.
📍 Community workshops:
• Port Broughton Council Chamber — Tuesday 26 May, 4.30pm-6pm
• Kadina Community Library — Wednesday 27 May, 10am-11.30am
• Minlaton Town Hall (Main Hall) — Wednesday 27 May, 3pm-4.30pm

What matters most to you about public health in your community? 🏥💬

The Councils of Barunga West, Copper Coast and Yorke Peninsula are reviewing the Yorke Peninsula Region Public Health Plan, which will help guide Council actions over the next five years — and we want to hear from you.

Share your ideas about what supports a healthy community and what you would like Councils to focus on in the future.

📍 Community workshops:
• Port Broughton Council Chamber — Tuesday 26 May, 4.30pm-6pm
• Kadina Community Library — Wednesday 27 May, 10am-11.30am
• Minlaton Town Hall (Main Hall) — Wednesday 27 May, 3pm-4.30pm

25/05/2026

We’re honoured that GROUNDED YP Art Festival received the Community Partnership & Collaboration Award at the LG Professionals SA awards.
This recognition belongs to our artists, to our dedicated and highly skilled Arts & Culture Working Group (https://ypart.com.au/about) and the wider creative community of Guuranda (Yorke Peninsula) who come together to make GROUNDED possible.
Sincere thanks to our Nharangga community, local schools and Country Arts SA for the collaboration behind Lanterns and Fire: Story of Widhadha, and to the progress associations of Ardrossan, Maitland, Stansbury, Yorketown and Edithburgh for hosting key events and providing continued support.
To all of the sponsors (https://ypart.com.au/sponsors), funders and small businesses who backed the festival, and to everyone who attended, volunteered, bought artwork, tried something new at a workshop or saw a show, thank you!
Save the date for Grounded YP Art Festival 2027 – August 13-22!

24/05/2026

☕🌾 Farmers and Friends – Weekly Coffee Catch Up 🌾☕
A new weekly catch up for the Yorke Peninsula Ag community is launching at The Hoodie Café, Warooka.
📍 The Hoodie Café, Warooka
📅 Every Friday morning
⏰ 8am – 9.30am
☕ Launching Friday 5 June
Following the success of the Port Hughes farmers coffee gatherings, this informal catch up is all about connecting, sharing stories, supporting one another and enjoying a coffee together.
Farmers, families, contractors, tradies, haulage teams, fishers, agronomists, students, local businesses and support agencies are all welcome.
Mind Australia will be shouting coffees at the launch event, with the catch up continuing as a community-led initiative each Friday morning.

22/05/2026

Planning a visit to the Vietnam War Memorial Walk?
Council has made access even easier with a new dedicated carpark located just outside of Coobowie, with entry off the St Vincent Highway.
The new carpark allows visitors to drive in one end and out the other, or safely complete turn and exit the same way they entered. It is also large enough to accommodate buses.
Located near the Honour Boards, it’s the perfect place to start or finish your visit to the Memorial Walk.

21/05/2026

Council is inviting submissions for the following request for tender.
Tender Name: Edithburgh Jetty Precinct Ablution Block

🗓️ Opening Date: 22 May 2026 - 8am
🗓️ Closing Date: 12 June 2026 - 2pm
Description:
Council is seeking suitably qualified contractors for the construction of an ablution block at the Edithburgh Jetty precinct.
🔗 Tender details:
This tender can be viewed here: