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Clare Valley PodcastClare Valley Podcast - Special Edition "Book Banter with Tammy, Coedy and Jess"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/0035/1783628/19-March-2025-PUBLIC-Ordinary-Council-Meeting-Minutes.pdfB...2025-03-2844 min
Clare Valley PodcastClare Valley Podcast - NEW CEO appointed; Meet the busiest man in the Clare and Gilbert Valleys; Wheels in MotionThis is the first episode of 2025. In this episode, Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council Interim CEO Andrew Aitken discusses:CEO appointment updateCouncils view on reducing dust on roads during dry timesDiscovery Caravan Park seeking approval for park improvementsRepresentation Review final reportOff street parking request by Model Engineers for Phoenix Ave, ClareSuccessful applicants for Community Asset grants**NEW CEO APPOINTED****Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council is pleased to announce the appointment of David Stobbe to the role of Chief Executive Officer.At its special meeting of Wednesday, 26 February 2025, Council finalised its2025-03-1437 min
Clare Valley PodcastClare Valley Podcast - Council to manage Richardson Park Playspace; Delegation to focus on future road sealing; Clare Valley Community Kitchen; Clare Valley Christian Outreach Xmas HampersThis 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 sealingCouncil to take over ongoing management and maintenance of Richardson Park Playspace, SevenhillCouncil to apply for another grant to help refurbish Riverton Community HallHelping community people during the Xmas periodWe’ve heard countless times this year about the housing and homelessness issue statewide, the Mid North is not immune to this. According to Uniting Country SA many people are experiencing homelessness for the first ti...2024-12-1728 min
Clare Valley PodcastClare Valley Podcast - Further stage upgrades to Clare Town Hall; Christmas donations needed; Home stay families wanted for Bizen delegation; Call out for more students to visit JapanThis 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 BartholomeausAlso in this episode we’ll find out about the Clare Valley’s unique siste...2024-12-0334 min
Clare Valley PodcastClare Valley Podcast - Meet Interim Council CEO Andrew Aitken; Pat Casey's open garden for Mercy ShipsThis 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 landRepresentation ReviewOpen Garden Event to raise money for the Mercy S...2024-10-2824 min
Voice itVoice it - Peter Shearer, Principal of St Joseph's School, ClareIt's an end of an era for this man.Peter Shearer.After 22 years at St Joseph's School in Clare, Peter has decided to step down from the top job at the end of 2024.Peter has touched the lives of many people across the regional South Australia working in Catholic schools in Jamestown, Yorketown, Loxton and finally Clare. Originally from Cherryville in the Adelaide Hills, Peter didn’t care much for the classroom, preferring to be outside playing sport or working on his next-door neighbor’s...2024-10-1347 min
Clare Valley PodcastClare Valley Podcast - Discovery Park cabin development plans; Event funding update; Drought and frosts decimate cropsThis podcast is supported by the Clare and Gilbert Valleys CouncilCouncil news with CEO Dr Helen Macdonald: ( the final recording with the outgoing CEO)Event Support Program grant funding adjustmentsAustralia Day Funding - not taken up by councillorsDiscovery Holiday Parks cabin development plansRiverton Community Hall structural works updateIncreased requests for infrastructure builds on council landCEO top 3 incomplete projects - Stormwater management, CWMS, Clare Town HallUnprecedented frost events hit paddocks across the Mid North of South AustraliaFarmers across most of the state have been dealt...2024-09-2646 min
Clare Valley PodcastClare Valley Podcast - Auburn Library gifting; Neon 2nd construction camp; Interim CEO appointed; Cultural Tourism; Artist profileThis podcast is brought to you by the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council.In this episode:ACDC accepts gifting of the Auburn libraryNeon Australia's plans for a second construction camp - will this ease the Valley's housing shortage?Moves to resurface basketball courtsEvent Support Program hold upThe Valley's Lifestyle Centre financial performanceAppointment of Interim CEO Andrew Aitken scheduled for September 24th to replace outgoing CEO Dr Helen Macdonald Council Employee profile: Cecilia Wang, Cultural Tourism CoordinatorCecilia is originally from Taiwan and has been in the new role for 2.5 years. She explains h...2024-09-0633 min
Clare Valley PodcastClare Valley Podcast - Post Budget details; Old Clare Town Hall court case; Future of Hutt River Boardwalk; Build to Rent Proposal; Council resignation newsThis podcast is brought to you by the Clare and Gilbert Valleys CouncilIn this episode, Council CEO Dr Helen Macdonald explains:Post budget details - Rates, Annual Service Charges, Total Revenue and ExpensesClare Town Hall Stage UpdateOld Town Hall fix up - in the courtsBuild to Rent Proposal - partnering with not-for-profit housing provider to increase rental housingFuture of Clare Boardwalk along Hutt RiverAfter 7 years, Council resignation newsLibrary profileHow often do you visit your local library? Do you still borrow books or do you use the library for another r...2024-08-0552 min
Clare Valley PodcastClare Valley Podcast - Draft Budget 24/25 public consultation, rate increase, mystery road fundingThis podcast is funded by the Clare and Gilbert Valleys CouncilCouncil chatIn this episode Council CEO Dr Helen Macdonald discusses the following topics:Council endorses Draft Budget 2024/25 and Annual Business PlanCouncil to expect a $863,000 deficitRates increase 4.3% + growthSome 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 and Grape Industry's Hall of Fame Gala DinnerCongratulations to the newest Hall of Fame Legend inductees that w...2024-06-1241 min
Voice itVoice it - Kate Mensforth, Clare Valley School of DanceIn this episode you’re going to meet Kate Mensforth. We all call her Miss Kate, she’s the woman that's built a soaring business providing children across the Clare Valley and mid north of South Australia access to the world of dance. Kate is the brains behind the Clare Valley School of Dance offering all modes of dance ballet, jazz, ACRO, contemporary, hip hop and even ninja kids, appealing to dancers on a recreational level but also giving them the chance to compete o...2024-06-101h 03
Clare Valley PodcastClare Valley Podcast - Budget deliberations, UPDATE: Stanley Flat Code amendment, Staff profile: Amy NeubauerThis 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 to the Quarry Hill Lookout· Questions raised about the q...2024-05-0634 min
Voice itVoice it - Dave Heinjus, The bloke behind Rural Directions and Pinion AdvisoryThis episode is about a man who had a entrepreneurial seizure. What was a one-man-show in agribusiness consulting, now is the Chairperson of a multi-national company called Pinion Advisory. A leading-edge national agribusiness, water and environment consulting firm with tentacles reaching across Australia and into America.It all started in South Australia's Clare Valley. Before Pinion, Dave Heinjus founded Rural Directions in 1997, one of the first agribusiness co...2024-04-0338 min
Clare Valley PodcastClare Valley Podcast - Forensic audit; increase funding submission for CVWFT centre; DJ Sparkie 'Tony Clarke'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 financialsExtension of lease and funding for the Clare Valley Wine, Food and Tourism CentreUpdate on the Clare Stormwater Management PlanForensic audit to go ahead on Council's procurement activitiesCouncil accepts Buchanan St portion price of $32,000Calls to extend 50km/hr zone along Horrocks HighwaySkywhales Tour to hit Clare Valley in 2026Back to Tarlee Disco featuring DJ legend Sparks Disco "Tony Clarke"...2024-04-0249 min
Clare Valley PodcastClare Valley Podcast - Business reaction to Tourism Accomodation Shortage; Community Batteries, Land Management Agreements, Land Use StrategyClare and Gilbert Valleys Council catch-up with CEO Dr Helen MacdonaldMinister for Planning Nick Champion visits the region to address housing shortageCouncil advised to adopt a Land Use StrategyLand Management Agreements – do they have power to control development?Council unhappy over public access rights to Clare Caravan Park waterparkState Government seeking locations for Community batteriesFollowing land revocation, calls for more strategic approach to Phoenix Avenue land useAnother rate review scheduled for next financial year.Tourism Accomodation ShortageIn this episode we delve further into the tourism accommodation shortage in the Cl...2024-02-2829 min
Voice itVoice it - George Millington: Coffee to Collinsville ( Part Two)Welcome back to the second instalment featuring George Millington.In the last episode you heard about George’s rise in the business world – from his early stock broking days, to transforming a humble coffee business into a successful sought after coffee brand Monjava, which was swiftly bought by San Remo. To then moving into logistics, APD Parcel Delivery.In this episode, you’re going to hear all about the rise and rise of his rural livestock empire. Since he was a young boy, George’s dream w...2024-02-2636 min
Voice itVoice it - George Millington: Coffee to Collinsville ( Part One)Today you will hear the absolute success story of George Millington. He is the man behind Collinsville Stud Merinos – one of the most prominent and well respected sheep-studs in Australia located in the mid north of South Australia.George's success story begins begins with his venture into the coffee industry, where his excellent business sense and a stroke of luck made him a millionaire by his early 30s. After selling his coffee business, he transitioned into logistics, laying the groun...2024-02-1939 min
Clare Valley PodcastClare Valley Podcast - Rural Road Reserve Purchases, Discovery Water Park public access and fees; Cemetery Affairs, Tourist accommodation crunchWelcome back to another year of the Clare Valley Podcast 2024Coming 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 long term rentals. The implication of this local issue has never been more significant, particularly as we stare dow...2024-02-0534 min
Clare Valley PodcastClare Valley Podcast - Riverton Xmas Pageant; Gleeson Wetlands carpark fumble; Budget review not passed...again.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 fumbleGrant opportunity - Riverton Community HallSJM Road Purchase request - Buchanan St, ClareWatervale Tennis Courts peppercorn lease$80 thousand funding for Manoora Wellness Centre approvedBudget review still not passed by CouncilBusiness and fee waiversClare Valley Food and Wine Tourism Centre still running a loss.Riverton Christmas PageantThe community of Riverton converged on t...2023-12-1925 min
Clare Valley PodcastClare Valley Podcast - Budget review; Horrocks Highway land rezoning; Clare Valley SCA Gourmet 40 year celebrations; Greater SAWelcome 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 reviewPrivate landholder to rezone land for future subdivision along Horrocks HighwayA call out for business or community groups to lease the upstairs space at The Valleys Lifestyle CentreA surplus $14 thousand available for community groups to access through the Community Asset Grant SchemeRhynie Improvement Scheme gone into hiatusHallmark Funding f...2023-11-2632 min
Voice itVoice it - Ali Cooper, owner of Jamestown's boutique caravan parkMeet the super vivacious Ali Cooper, the owner of the The Park in Jamestown.In this case Ali hasn’t started from scratch, but probably feels like she has. She's transformed the local caravan park in Jamestown into a boutique accomodation space for travellers.Ali is also involved in the family farming business with husband “ Seth cooper, has 3 children and is an extremely active community volunteer. Ali’s vision was to provide a boutique accomodation space in Jamestown to enco...2023-11-0532 min
Clare Valley PodcastClare Valley Podcast - Manoora Wellness Centre; Gourmet Hallmark funding; Tourist numbers down; Rates in Arrears CLARE VALLEY PODCASTCouncil 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 KCThe Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council is a significant empl...2023-10-2423 min
The Newest Olympian100 | The Last Olympian Ch. 19 w/ Sequoia Simone (LIVE in Chicago!)Sequoia Simone from But Make It Scary is back and is here for what is without a doubt the funniest episode of TNO that has ever been released. We cover an incredibly intense chapter that features the showdown with Kronos and so much more. It’s a fun show in front of a packed crowd and you’re gonna love it! Topics include: LeakyCon, New Jeans, Carly Rae Jepsen, The Illinois Lottery, Jaritos, untethered Olympus, Kronos LEGO, Inspector Gadget, Homer Simpson, Kronos makeover, efficient villains, The Jonas Brothers, Burnin’ Up, “Nick, come on the pod,” E-than, Nakamura’s fall, Crash Bandic...2023-10-231h 43
Voice itVoice it - Kelly Morgan ( Kelly Kelly Legal) The life of a regional lawyerMeet Kelly Morgan, the woman behind Kelly Kelly Legal, a successful law firm in Jamestown.Kelly grew up on a farm near Yongala, the coldest place in South Australia. She describes herself as an ‘accidental lawyer’, she initially wanted to be school teacher or an architect, but it was her father that ignited the idea of law.When Kelly graduated she had this big idea to head to Sydney and work for the big law firms but her life took an unexpected turn when her father passed aw...2023-09-2443 min
Clare Valley PodcastClare Valley Podcast - French Fest Fever; Stanley Flat Code concerns; Clare Town Hall refurbishment; Clare Bowling Club financial liftWelcome 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 AmendmentRegional Development Australia YMN New Funding ProposalWill local Australia Day events be consolidated?Clare Bowling Club to receive a $250 000 loan to spread artificial turfYMCA to submit grant for sola panels at The Valleys Lifestyle CentreFour recipients of the Event Support ProgramNo submissions for Community Land revocation of Lot 102 Phoenix A...2023-09-2135 min
Clare Valley PodcastClare Valley Podcast - Riverton residents petition; Residential Land Development Incentive Scheme; Neagles Rock Rd reopen proposal; Taylors Wines new multi-million dollar Cellar DoorIn this episode:COUNCIL CHATClare and Gilbert Valleys Council CEO, Helen Macdonald discusses the following topics:Riverton Community Hall Consultation OutcomeLocal Roads and Community Infrastructure Program - what local projects are getting funding?Residential Land Redevelopment Incentive SchemeSaddleworth Institute Revocation of Community Land ReportAuburn Library - what's next?Proposal to reopen part of Neagles Rock RoadTAYLORS WINES NEW STATE-OF-THE-ART CELLAR DOORTaylors Wines launched its new multi-million dollar cellar door this month after 5 years of planning and development. What a sophisticated and beautiful development it is! Not o...2023-08-2839 min
Clare Valley PodcastClare Valley Podcast - "We All Need Space" Heavy Vehicle Campaign; Phoenix Ave land revocation; Riesling Trail Dedication; Rehoming animals as welfare centres at capacityThis podcast is brought to you by the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council.Council catchup with CEO, Dr Helen MacdonaldPhoenix Avenue, Clare land reclassificationLocal government to determine where to rehome animals as animal welfare centres at capacityRiesling Trail DedicationUpdate on electric vehicle charging station, ClareNaidoc Dinner - Clare Town Hall August 5thQuarterly financial results as of July 11thWoman of Significance Award announcement - Shelly NitschkeWe All Need SpaceThe road toll has increased across every state and territory in the last 12 months. There were 196 lives lost in Australia...2023-07-3030 min
Voice itVoice it - Sophie Whitehead " Cooking for the Queen Mother"This is a delightful story about Sophie Whitehead which I played on the Clare Valley Podcast a few months ago and I loved it so much I wanted to share it with my Voice it listeners. Sophie Whitehead's first job job out of college was cooking for royalty. In this episode, you'll hear how she came to be cooking for the Queen Mother, and the experiences she had with not just her, but many members of the Royal family, eg. dancing with Prince Charles at Balmoral Castle. WOW!...2023-07-2517 min
Voice itVoice it - Brian McInerney: One of the Founding Fathers of MGA InsuranceIn this episode, you'll meet Brian McInerney, one of the founding fathers of one of the top insurance brokerages in Australia. He’s the 'M' in MGA insurance. We will of course talk about MGA’s astronomical growth from humble beginnings back in 1975 to now over 65 thousand clients and a branch network across Australia and one in Cambodia.But we’ll also find out more about the Brian’s background, his humble beginnings growing up in Melrose with his family, his love for footy and tenn...2023-07-0251 min
Clare Valley PodcastClare Valley Podcast - Future of Saddleworth Institute; Riverton Town Hall structural repairs; Council employee profile; Clare Valley Model EngineersThis podcast is supported by the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council.In this episode:Council chat with CEO Dr Helen MacdonaldFuture of the Saddleworth InstituteRivertown Town Hall structural repairsNaidoc celebrations for AugustAnnual Business Plan and Long Term Financial Plan amendmentsA 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 and Long Term Financial Plan.Meet the Council EmployeeHow...2023-06-2636 min
Voice itVoice it - George Seppelt: Australia's youngest Chief Flying InstructorToday you’ll get to meet the youngest Chief Flying Instructor in Australia.George Seppelt. Well one of the youngest, another bloke is about to cut his lunch apparently!At the prime age of 15, before he could even drive independently, he had his restricted pilot’s licence. By the time he was 22, he was a fully-fledged flying instructor in the mid north of South Australia.George always had a goal of getting his commercial pilot’s licence and being a Flying Doctor, but he’s had ...2023-06-0537 min
Clare Valley PodcastClare Valley Podcast - Clare Valley Gourmet Week; Working for the Queen Mother; Clare and Gilbert Valleys Housing and Land updateIn 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 AprilWater Park at Clare Discovery Caravan Park to be completed by Christmas 2023More volunteers needed at the Riverton Light GalleryHousing and Land report It’s no secret there are no rentals available in the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council, and if there are, the waiting list is quite significant. There are a...2023-05-2953 min
Clare Valley PodcastClare Valley Podcast - Richardson Park history, Sevenhill SACWA fundraising; Mid North Road accidents alarmingly highIn 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 budgetWatervale Institute and the Mt Horrocks Historical SocietyClare Town Hall - moves to upgrade the whole hall not just the stageYMCA secures an 3 year lease extensionStrategic Plan out for public consultation until June 7thTania Furler resigns as CGVC councillor, Owen Perry takes the positionRichardson Park, SevenhillHow did the park originate?The story behind the Sevenhill SACWA's 4 year drive to develop a nature Pl...2023-05-0446 min
Voice itVoice it - Steve Marcus, the Outback Film CatererToday, you'll hear about the life of an Outback Film Caterer.Steve Marcus is the man behind Marcus Film Catering. He’s been preparing meals from outback locations for 32 years. He’s traveled in is catering bus to remote locations such as Broken Hill, Coober Pedy, Kalgoorlie, you name it, he’s been there. He also catered on the 4 outback cattle drives.He’s rubbed shoulders with big movies stars, Australian A listers and cooked private dinners for Hollywood directors. The stor...2023-04-0654 min
Clare Valley PodcastClare Valley Podcast - SA Autumn Garden Festival; Smoke Taint on Grapevines; 'Gather Together' for Youth Week; Structural issues at Riverton Community HallIn 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 programStructural issues with Riverton Community Hall to be factored into current refurbishment quoteOutcome to the the Council's Community SurveyTwo community consultations about Riverton's IGA's proposed trolley standVolunteer needed for Riverton Light GalleryDevelopment application approved for major poultry breeder farm SA Autumn Garden FestivalThousands of people flocked through the gates of the Clare Showgrounds to attend the very successful SA Autumn Garden Festival, the largest of i...2023-03-3049 minClare Valley PodcastClare Valley Podcast - Councillor Tania Furler; Helipad funding request; Stage options for Clare Town Hall; 101 discussion on planning and development; Push to improve Clare Hospital helipad.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 approached council seeking funding for 2 helipads at the Clare Aerodrome. The group s...2023-03-0941 min
Voice itVoice it - Anna McVann (Hawker)In this episode I had the absolute pleasure of interviewing a former Olympian who calls the Clare Valley her home.Anna McVann is the youngest of 6 kids who grew up in the Adelaide suburbs - but she wasn’t just any kid. At the age of 15 she represented Australia at the 1984 Olympics in Los Angeles.There she made 4 finals, an amazing result which put this teenage girl in the spotlight as a up and coming Australian swimmer to watch. In this episode, you’ll hear about the gruelling tra...2023-02-271h 06
Voice itVoice it - Mark HillIn this episode you will meet country copper and local Clare businessman, Mark Hill.He has served as the local police officer in Clare for 25 years as well as running a driving school business for the past 17 years.In this episode, you’ll hear Mark’s journey from being a young copper chasing stolen cars in the northern suburbs, going undercover in Adelaide brothels to then leaving the excitement behind to become a country cop.Though he says, Clare is a region where there’s little crime,...2023-02-0738 min
Clare Valley PodcastClare Valley Podcast - Auburn Streetscape Plan; Stanley Flat Code Amendment; 40th Anniversary Ash Wednesday bushfires; Australia Day AwardsA 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 PlanLand revocation of Auburn RSLStrategic PlanningCommunity SurveyRates objectionsStanley Flat Code AmendmentAustralia Day Awards BreakfastGreenwaste collection launchAustralia Day AwardsYou'll meet Angus Holland who was awarded the Young Citizen of the Year Award at the Australia Day Awards Breakfast in Clare. He speaks about his fundraising initiative involving a mullet and his footy team.Ash Wednesday Bushfires 40...2023-02-0658 min
Voice itVoice it - Eddie McArdleToday you’ll meet Edward McArdle– everyone knows him as Eddie. Eddie is the man behind the early beginnings of Agfert, one of the state’s successful fertiliser distribution and trucking companies. Eddie talks of his humble beginnings at Avon, a small town in the lower north, his desire to quit school and start working for his father at 16 years old. This desire and determination led him to build up his father’s business at Avon where he sold and delivered bagged bulk fertilis...2023-01-2330 min
Voice itVoice it - Mim WardToday you’ll meet Mim Ward.Most people in the tourism/ hospitality space in regional South Australia would know Mim. She’s a larger-than-life character, who has done an exceptional job looking after all things tourism in the Clare Valley, however Mim's career began in the outback.Mim’s early beginnings in hospitality and eventing began at the famous Prairie Hotel in the Flinders Ranges. She then started her own events business called Outback Events and was one of the major players behind The ...2023-01-0838 minClare Valley PodcastClare Valley Podcast - Clare Valley Wine, Food and Tourism Centre; Community Asset Grant Scheme; The Valleys Lifestyle CentreIn 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'sSuccessful applicants of the Community Asset Grant Scheme - a total of 25 applications received , 16 successfulYMCA management agreement renewalThe CEO's vision for 2023Behind the scenes of the Valleys Lifestyle Centre, ClareIf you’re not by the beach this summer, you’re more than likely keeping cool by the...2023-01-0824 minClare Valley PodcastClare Valley Podcast - Council monthly update; The unveiling of the Monica McInerney sculpture; The Hill Shed Community Garden; Clare Valley Community Kitchen; Riverton's Jingles GardenWelcome 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 CouncilCostly maintenance of damaged roads due to continuous wet weatherProposal to streamline future Citizen of the Year AwardsCouncil assists Riverland constituents to construct river levee bank to prevent floodingUpdate on Planning Code reviewYAC plans for a "Build Up Skateboarding Program"The unveiling of the Monica McInerney sculptureA new sculpture was unveiled recently...2022-12-0255 minClare Valley PodcastClare Valley Podcast - Clare Valley Wine ShowThis 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 the trophy winners, Peter Treloar from Penna L...2022-10-2113 minClare Valley PodcastCV PODCAST - Council Candidate Jeannine NaughtonThe South Australian Local Government elections are in full swing. Voting opened on Friday 14th of October and will close on Thursday 10th November at 5pm.The Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council has provided this podcast platform to all candidates so that you, the ratepayer, can make an informed choice.There are ten candidates vying for nine positions on the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council. There are three candidates running for the position of Mayor, the first Mayoral challenge in 13 years. In this episode you will meet Council Candidate, Jeannine Naughton.F...2022-10-1705 minClare Valley PodcastCV PODCAST - Council Candidate Tania FurlerThe South Australian Local Government elections are in full swing. Voting opened on Friday 14th of October and will close on Thursday 10th November at 5pm.The Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council has provided this podcast platform to all candidates so that you, the ratepayer, can make an informed choice.There are ten candidates vying for nine positions on council. There are three candidates running for the position of Mayor – the first Mayoral challenge in 13 years.In this episode you will meet Council Candidate, Tania Furler.For more details: https://result.ecs...2022-10-1705 minClare Valley PodcastCV PODCAST - Council Candidate Leon James BruhnThe South Australian Local Government elections are in full swing. Voting opened on Friday 14th of October and will close on Thursday 10th November at 5pm.The Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council has provided this podcast platform to all candidates so that you, the ratepayer, can make an informed choice.There are ten candidates vying for nine positions on council. There are three candidates running for the position of Mayor – the first Mayoral challenge in 13 years.In this episode you will meet Council Candidate, Leon Bruhn.For more details: https://result.ec...2022-10-1705 minClare Valley PodcastCV Podcast - Council Candidate Owen PerryThe South Australian Local Government elections are in full swing. Voting opened on Friday 14th of October and will close on Thursday 10th November at 5pm.The Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council has provided this podcast platform to all candidates so that you, the ratepayer, can make an informed choice.There are ten candidates vying for nine positions on council. There are three candidates running for the position of Mayor – the first Mayoral challenge in 13 years.In this episode you will meet Council Candidate, Owen Perry.For more details: https://result.ecs...2022-10-1705 minClare Valley PodcastCV PODCAST - Council Candidate Elizabeth CalvertThe South Australian Local Government elections are in full swing. Voting opened on Friday 14th of October and will close on Thursday 10th November at 5pm.The Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council has provided this podcast platform to all candidates so that you, the ratepayer, can make an informed choice.There are ten candidates vying for nine positions on council. There are three candidates running for the position of Mayor – the first Mayoral challenge in 13 years.In this episode you will meet Council Candidate, Elizabeth Calvert.For more details: https://result.ecs...2022-10-1705 minClare Valley PodcastCV PODCAST - Council Candidate Malcolm Kingsley BartholomeausThe South Australian Local Government elections are in full swing. Voting opened on Friday 14th of October and will close on Thursday 10th November at 5pm.The Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council has provided this podcast platform to all candidates so that you, the ratepayer, can make an informed choice.There are ten candidates vying for nine positions on council. There are three candidates running for the position of Mayor – the first Mayoral challenge in 13 years In this episode you will meet Council Candidate, Malcolm Bartholomeaus.For more details: https://result.ecs...2022-10-1705 minClare Valley PodcastCV PODCAST - Council Candidate David WillsonThe South Australian Local Government elections are in full swing. Voting opened on Friday 14th of October and will close on Thursday 10th November at 5pm.The Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council has provided this podcast platform to all candidates so that you, the ratepayer, can make an informed choice.There are ten candidates vying for nine positions on council. There are three candidates running for the position of Mayor – the first Mayoral challenge in 13 years.In this episode you will meet Council Candidate, David Willson.For more details: https://result.ecs...2022-10-1705 minClare Valley PodcastCV PODCAST - Council Candidate Brian KochThe South Australian Local Government elections are in full swing. Voting opened on Friday 14th of October and will close on Thursday 10th November at 5pm.The Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council has provided this podcast platform to all candidates so that you, the ratepayer, can make an informed choice.There are ten candidates vying for nine positions on council. There are three candidates running for the position of Mayor – the first Mayoral challenge in 13 years.In this episode you will meet Council Candidate, Brian Koch.For more details: https://result.ecs...2022-10-1705 minClare Valley PodcastCV PODCAST - Council Candidate Ian BurfittThe South Australian Local Government elections are in full swing. Voting opened on Friday 14th of October and will close on Thursday 10th November at 5pm.The Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council has provided this podcast platform to all candidates so that you, the ratepayer, can make an informed choice.There are ten candidates vying for nine positions on council. There are three candidates running for the position of Mayor – the first Mayoral challenge in 13 years.In this episode you will meet Council Candidate, Ian Burfitt.For more details: https://result.ecs...2022-10-1705 minClare Valley PodcastCV PODCAST - Council Candidate Ann AlderThe South Australian Local Government elections are in full swing. Voting opened on Friday 14th of October and will close on Thursday 10th November at 5pm.The Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council has provided this podcast platform to all candidates so that you, the ratepayer, can make an informed choice.There are ten candidates vying for nine positions on council. There are three candidates running for the position of Mayor – the first Mayoral challenge in 13 years.In this episode you will meet Council Candidate, Ann Alder.For more details: https://result.ecs...2022-10-1705 minClare Valley PodcastCV PODCAST- Mayoral Candidate Allan AugheyThe South Australian Local Government elections are in full swing. Voting opened on Friday 14th of October and will close on Thursday 10th November at 5pm.The Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council has provided this podcast platform to all candidates so that you, the ratepayer, can make an informed choice.There are ten candidates vying for nine positions on council. There are three candidates running for the position of Mayor – the first Mayoral challenge in 13 years.In this episode you will meet Mayoral Candidate, Allan Aughey.For more details: https://result.ecs...2022-10-1709 minClare Valley PodcastCV Podcast - Mayoral Candidate Wayne ThomasThe South Australian Local Government elections are in full swing. Voting opened on Friday 14th of October and will close on Thursday 10th November at 5pm.The Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council has provided this podcast platform to all candidates so that you, the ratepayer, can make an informed choice.There are ten candidates vying for nine positions on council. There are three candidates running for the position of Mayor – the first Mayoral challenge in 13 years. In this episode you will meet Mayoral Candidate, Wayne Thomas.For more details: https://result.ecsa...2022-10-1709 minClare Valley PodcastCV Podcast - Mayoral Candidate Helen PerryThe South Australian Local Government elections are in full swing. Voting opened on Friday 14th of October and will close on Thursday 10th November at 5pm.The Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council has provided this podcast platform to all candidates so that you, the ratepayer, can make an informed choice.There are ten candidates vying for nine positions on council. There are three candidates running for the position of Mayor – the first Mayoral challenge in 13 years.In this episode you will meet Mayoral Candidate, Helen Perry.For more details: https://result.ecs...2022-10-1709 minClare Valley PodcastClare Valley Podcast - Rezoning land to make way for low density housing; Sustaining tourism growth, Assisting Ukrainian refugees in PolandWelcome to Episode 11 of the Clare Valley Podcast.Rezoning land to accomodate low density housing on White Hut Road, Stanley FlatAssisting Ngadjuri people with accomodation options to help transition back to countryAgri-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 ManagerOne persons journey to Poland to assist Ukrainian refugees fleeing from Russia's invasion. Meet Justyna Rosa, a Watervale resident who has raised $58, 000 to help those in need. Hear her amazing story.For all the latest details on Co...2022-08-2256 minClare Valley PodcastClare Valley Podcast - Electric vehicle rapid charging stations for Clare; Council rates in arrears; Who wants to be a councillor?; Spotlight on Watervale and Mintaro; Lifeline Connect, ClareIn 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 ClareNew toilets and baby change facilities for Melrose ParkRates in arrears - we'll take a look at the figuresWho wants to be a councillor? Two candidate briefing sessions are to be held in Clare on Monday 8/8 at the Barbara J Long Function Room at the Clare Town Hall at 7pm, and Tuesday 9/8 at 7pm at t...2022-07-2442 minClare Valley PodcastClare Valley Podcast - Riesling Trail tenure; New Dog impounding fees; Community Peak Bodies; Robert 'Alfie' HannafordIn this episode:Dr Helen Macdonald runs through the major monthly news out of the Clare and Gilbert Valley's Council:Riesling trail tenure - the State Government has asked Council if it's interested in taking over the lease. Council believes this is an act of cost shifting as some of the land is up for Native Title compensation.New dog impounding fees - $60 per animalUpdating Community Land Management Plans Are you interested in running for Council? Elections are in November.COMMUNITY PEAK BODIESWe'll deep dive into the role a...2022-06-2653 min