WelcomeWelcome to The District Council of Mount Barker, characterised by picturesque countryside, bustling townships and sleepy hamlets. Situated in the Mount Lofty Ranges and only 30 minutes away from the capital of South Australia, Adelaide. The District Council of Mount Barker is one of the fastest growing councils in Australia offering outstanding lifestyle and business opportunities within a diverse and progressive community. You will find all information regarding Council services on this site. We welcome any feedback, enquiries or comments to: Council has movedOur new address is: Phone and fax numbers have remained the samePhone: (61) 08 8391 7200 Council has changed its emergency after hours number. |
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Recycling More Than EverOur community has embraced the new kerbside waste and recycling services, resulting in a very high participation rate in the recycling and green waste services. |
National Tree Day 2008National Tree Day Sunday 27 July 2008 Keith Stephenson Park Adelaide Road Mount Barker (Corner Adelaide and Flaxley Roads adjacent carpark) between 10am - 2pm |
National Desexing MonthNational Desexing Month (AUGUST 2008) 2-4-6-8 DESEX YOUR PETS DON'T WAIT!
Every day across Australia more than 550 healthy cats and dogs are euthanased simply because there is not enough homes. |
Free - Demographic Information Session 14 August 2008The District Council of Mount Barker will be hosting a Community Information Session on the current and emerging demographic trends affecting the District. What does the ABS Census data reveal about our community and how can the data be used? |
Draft Community Strategic Plan, Strategic Directions 2008-2018"The District Council of Mount Barker is one of the fastest growing councils in Australia. It is critical that we carefully plan for our future to achieve a positive, safe, sustainable future - a bright future." Mayor Ann Ferguson |
Making Volunteering Youth Friendly (Free Giveaway)Are you looking for ways to engage young people as volunteers in your organisation? |
Community Engagement FrameworkOver the coming months, Council is encouraging community members to tell us their views on community engagement and to incorporate them into a framework to guide Council in where to make the best investments in communication and engagement processes. |
Dog Registrations Now Due 2008/20092008/2009 Dog re-registrations are now due. Failure to renew your dog's registration before the 31st of August 2008 may lead fines being issued. Please notify Council of any changes to your postal address or contact details so we can get in touch with you if your dogs goes missing or is injured |
Draft Bushfire Mitigation Plan Community ConsultationCouncil resolved at it's meeting on 16 June 2008, to consult with the Community in accordance with Council's Community Consultation Policy in relation to the "Draft Bushfire Mitigation Plan" |
Current Infrastructure Works throughout the DistrictClick here for a summary of infrastructure works occurring throughout the District, or planned to commence in the near future. |
Draft Tree Management Policy - Community ConsultationThe District Council of Mount Barker has developed an updated Draft Tree Management Policy and Procedures to guide Council's approach to managing trees on Community Land and Road Reserves. |






