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13 April 2018

1 LATEST NEWS AND PROJECT UPDATES

1.1 Bowden - Stage 3 Road Closures Third and Fourth Streets in Bowden (between Gibson Street and Drayton Street) will be closed from 24 April 2018 until mid-December 2018 for road reconstruction for Stage 3 of the Renewal SA Bowden Development. T & J Constructions are the contractor for the works and undertaking works on behalf of Renewal SA (State Government). Please contact Transport Strategy and Assets should you seek further information about these works. Chris Bentick, Transport Engineer on 8408 1297 or [email protected]

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1.2 Port Road Drainage Project The Project has made good progress along the median and will commence to cross the intersection of Woodville and Port Road on Friday 13 April 2018 at 6pm. During this time one lane will be restricted in each direction, and Port Road may be restricted to two lanes at various times. The works have been scheduled in accordance with DPTI approved timelines and have been timed to coincide with school holidays. Generally there is less traffic flows on the road at this time, and this should minimise disruption to commuters, residents and businesses in the vicinity of these works. As with the previous major crossings of Old Port Road, West Lakes Boulevard and Findon Road, the works will be conducted on a day/night basis, and weather permitting all lanes at the Woodville Road intersection will be open for traffic on Thursday 19 April 2018 at 6am. Always mindful of retaining as many trees as possible, the Project has been successful in working around the Corymbia Maculata at the intersection of Woodville Road and Port Road to ensure their survival and safety. The landscaping of the median is in constant progression, and residents and commuters should begin to see landscaping work from High Street to Chippenham Street Cheltenham in the coming days.

Matthew Kildea, Project Manager on 8408 1317 or [email protected]

Protected rows of Corymbia Maculata on western side of

Woodville Road



1.3 Ask Charlotte - Facebook Messenger Chatbot On Wednesday 11 April we launched Ask Charlotte, Charles Sturt’s new automated chatbot service. Charlotte conveniently provides quick answers to common questions about waste collection and verge mowing, right from Facebook Messenger. To get started, visit www.facebook.com/askcharlottebot and click Send Message. Charlotte is an artificial intelligence bot, so she will continually learn through her interactions. Charlotte is still in beta (a testing phase), so users may occasionally find bugs or receive strange responses. We'll be keeping an eye on the interactions for any issues and will address them as they come up. If you become aware of any issues please let us know. At the moment, Charlotte can only answer queries around waste collection and verge mowing, but we hope to expand her capabilities in the future. We will soon be introducing the ability to sign up to receive Messenger alerts on topics like emergency communications, Major Project updates and more. Feel free to have a play around and see what you think. If you've got any feedback, or ideas for future functionality, we'd love to hear them. For more information, visit www.charlessturt.sa.gov.au/askcharlotte Lauren Christensen, Social Media Advisor, on 8408 1111 or [email protected]


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1.4 West Lakes Hub Community Engagement Consultation has commenced on the proposed new community hub in West Lakes. The community have a wide range of ways to participate from workshops, the Your Say website to the Your Space, Your Say Community Day. Consultation is open until Monday 7 May 2018. Focus Groups Over 30 community centre user groups, volunteers and not for profit groups attended focus group sessions last week. Participants shared their experiences of how they are utilising existing spaces within our facilities and what features they would like to see in a newly designed space. The sessions were well attended and delivered a broad range of exciting ideas that will inform the design.

Youth Expo Over 250 ideas were received from young people across metropolitan Adelaide at the Youth Expo on Wednesday 11 April. Participants were asked about what activities they would like to see in a new space and what they wanted the space to feel and look like. Their ideas ranged from zen gardens and tranquil zones through to a good range of anime books and spaces to play computer games and sport.

Your Space Your Say Community Day The community are invited to attend a community day on Saturday 28 April at the existing West Lakes Library. This will be a great opportunity to speak with designers and staff about the new proposed hub and for people to share their ideas. Kids’ activities, a sausage sizzle and coffee will also be on offer.

1.5 Torrens Road to River Torrens (T2T) North-South Corridor

UPCOMING WORKS ON SOUTH ROAD BETWEEN ASHWIN PARADE / WEST THEBARTON ROAD AND SUSAN STREET, WITH TEMPORARY LOCAL ROAD CLOSURES – 13 – 30 APRIL 2018 Published 10 April 2018 As part of the Torrens Road to River Torrens Project, the T2T Alliance will be undertaking major pavement and asphalt works on South Road between Ashwin Parade / West Thebarton Road and Susan Street... read more

UPCOMING NIGHT WORKS IN THE RAIL CORRIDOR AT THE QUEEN STREET LEVEL CROSSING – 13-14 APRIL 2018 Published 10 April 2018 As part of the Torrens Road to River Torrens Project, the T2T Alliance will be repairing the pedestrian maze on the eastern side of the Queen Street level crossing. To minimise disturbance to commuters, and weather permitting, these works will be undertaken from 11.30pm Friday 13 April to 6am Saturday 14 April... read more


http://www.t2talliance.com.au/upcoming-works-on-south-road-between-ashwin-parade-west-thebarton-road-and-susan-street-with-temporary-local-road-closures-13-30-april-2018/





http://www.t2talliance.com.au/upcoming-night-works-in-the-rail-corridor-at-the-queen-street-level-crossing-13-14-april-2018/




UPCOMING NIGHT WORKS ON SOUTH ROAD BETWEEN GAWLER AVENUE, WEST HINDMARSH, AND TORRENS ROAD – 11 – 14 & 16 – 21 APRIL 2018 Published 6 April 2018 As part of the Torrens Road to River Torrens Project, the T2T Alliance will be installing inclinometers in multiple locations along South Road between Gawler Avenue and Torrens Road. An inclinometer is an instrument for measuring angles of slope and will monitor the long-term stability of the walls along the lowered motorway... read more

UPCOMING NIGHT AND WEEKEND WORKS ON SOUTH ROAD BETWEEN PYM STREET, CROYDON PARK AND TORRENS ROAD, RENOWN PARK- 7 – 29 APRIL 2018 Published 6 April 2018 As part of the Torrens Road to River Torrens Project, the T2T Alliance will be installing new driveways and footpath on the eastern side of South Road between Pym Street and Torrens Road. To minimise disturbance to peak hour traffic, and weather permitting, these works will be undertaken intermittently between 7pm and 6am from Saturday... read more

Community information drop in day A Community Information Drop In Day and sausage sizzle will be held on Saturday 14 April from 11am to 2pm at the T2T Alliance Project site office on Ridley Street, Hindmarsh. (Please note that there is limited parking available on Ridley Street). Come along anytime between 11am and 2pm to meet members of the team and find out more about:

• works in progress, including the lowered motorway construction • remaining works, including landscaping.

Team members will be available to answer questions about the project and there will be an opportunity to view video footage of the lowered motorway works in progress, as well as photos of key construction activities. For all enquiries please contact Sara Morrison, Transport Engineer, [email protected] or by phone on 8408 1271.


http://www.t2talliance.com.au/upcoming-night-works-on-south-road-between-gawler-avenue-west-hindmarsh-and-torrens-road-11-14-16-21-april-2018/





http://www.t2talliance.com.au/upcoming-night-and-weekend-works-on-south-road-between-pym-street-croydon-park-and-torrens-road-renown-park-7-29-april-2018/






2 IN THE MEDIA

Media covering the issue on a daily basis have been: 2.1 Henley Phone Tower

Residents at Henley Beach are frustrated by a lack of commitment from Telstra to support the application of artwork on a to a soon-to-be installed mobile phone tower. A Letter to the Editor has also criticised the decision for the phone tower, in light of a recently rejected proposal in Port Adelaide Enfield.

2.2 Reopening of Wright St, Renown Park

The City of Charles Sturt will investigate the reopening of Wright St, Renown Park, 40 years after it was closed, following a push from local residents. Currently there is no access from Torrens Road.

2.3 Promised State Government funding for local sporting and community groups

Sporting clubs and other community groups promised funding by the Labor Government ahead of the election are seeking funding assurance from the new Liberal Government.

2.4 Fishing at West Lakes Residents have raised concerns about the behaviour of some fishers at West Lakes. 2.5 Doggieland Opening

Local dog owners are encouraged to attend the opening of the new dog park ‘Doggieland’ at Albert Greenshields Reserve, Ridleyton.

2.6 Installation Emu Crossing, St Joseph’s School

The City of Charles Sturt has decided to install an Emu Crossing at St Joseph’s School, Hindmarsh, despite protests from residents worried about lost parking space.

2.7 Damages Win for local resident

A Brompton resident has been successful in his defamation case against a neighbour who made unsubstantiated complaints to the City of Charles Sturt.

2.8 Henley High launches mural

Henley High School is launching a mural reflecting Indigenous cultures. The mural was funded via a City of Charles Sturt ‘Westside Place Makers’ grant.

2.9 Charles Sturt support for domestic violence victims who own pets

The City of Charles Sturt has provided funding to ‘Safe Pets, Safe Families’ to construct a patio that will provide assistance to pet-owning victims of domestic violence.

2.10 Food Truck permit fees

Compared to other local governments, including the City of Charles Sturt, City of West Torrens has decided to offer discounted permit fees to food truck vendors.

2.11 Charles Sturt budget consultation and proposed rates rise

The City of Charles Sturt is proposing its lowest rate rise in 14 years. Rates will be raised by 1.8%, which is less than the rate of inflation.


SOCIAL MEDIA Topics emerging on our social media platforms have been:

• Port Road Drainage road closures • Draft Community Land Management Plan (CLMP) Coastal Reserve, West Beach • Outdoor Movie Nights

3 CALENDAR OF EVENTS

3.1 Mind the Gap – Employment Assistance Program – FREE

Are you looking for work or looking to change jobs? Do you need help with writing a job application, updating your resume or brushing up on your interview skills? Would you like to know more about employment options and pathways within Charles Sturt? We can help you! We have free, 30 minute confidential appointments available for adults. Bookings are with the Charles Sturt Employment Works Officer. To book a FREE 30 minute appointment please visit any of our library branches, or call the Library on 8408 1333 and ask to be booked into a 30 minute 'Mind the Gap appointment.' Fortnightly on a Tuesday 1.30pm – 4pm at Civic Library, 72 Woodville Road, Woodville


3.2 Discover Your World - New Children's Book Event 'Dancing with Ruby.' FREE Presented by local book creators Jayne Dance and Donna Gynell. Come read, dance and move with us at this special celebration with the author, and an appearance by our very own Lizzie the Literacy Lizard. No bookings are necessary, but for more information please call the Library on 8408 1333. Monday 16 April 10:30 - 11:30am Findon Library, Findon Shopping Centre Cnr Findon and Grange Roads, Findon 3.3 Youth Career Expo Monday 16 April 2018 – 11am – 3pm – FREE The expo will consist of stalls from various employment/career service providers. This day is designed to introduce youths to services available to help them gain employment or career opportunities. STEP-UP Youth employment exhibition – it is intended that the expo will be a free event, open to the public. This would be an exhibition with a day job fair/expo which will include various job agencies, employment industries and consultants. The aim will be to showcase career pathways by inviting various career agencies and businesses in emerging industries. Employment/recruitment consultants and representatives will be around on the day to provide advice and support around different types of employment agencies, job industries, opportunities, work skills, volunteering and government services. Support and review on job and employment search/support. Free light snacks to include tea, water, and finger food will be served on the day. For more information contact Patrick 0410 088 983 or MaMusa 0405 370 907 or email [email protected] The Brocas 111 Woodville Road St Clair 5011



3.4 Cirkidz Pop Up Circus Workshop for Kids Wednesday 18 April 2018 – 10.30am – 12 Noon - $15 per child For kids 8-14 years of age to learn general circus skills, roving and pyramid photo opportunities and more. Findon Community Centre, 222 Findon Road, Findon

3.5 Movie under the Stars Two nights of FREE family fun Friday 20 April 2018 – St Clair Oval – Screening of ‘Boss Baby’ Saturday 28 April 2018 – Pt Malcolm Reserve in conjunction with Fork on the Road – Screening of ‘Beauty and the Beast’


4 LGA CIRCULARS

Index for Report No.14

30 March 2018 14.1 Council registrations for Garage Sale Trail are now open Garage Sale Trail, Australia’s biggest community engagement and re-use program, is now accepting registrations from councils seeking to promote reuse locally and divert waste from landfill. This Circular provides further information on this year’s Garage Sale Trail. 14.2 Augusta Zadow Awards Augusta Zadow Awards - Apply for a share in $45,000 to improve women's health and safety at work. 14.3 SA Water online survey open SA Water is inviting its customers to have their say and help shape the future of water services in South Australia. This Circular provides further information. 14.4 Update to the Ordinary General Meeting Report Item 6.1 LGA Governance Review / New Constitution Following extensive consultation with the local government sector, the new LGA Constitution has been included in the Agenda papers for the LGA Ordinary General Meeting being held on 13 April 2018. Since its release on 14 March via circular, additional feedback has been received and some changes have been endorsed by the LGA Executive Committee. These changes have now been incorporated to the new LGA Constitution to be presented for endorsement at the LGA Ordinary General Meeting. Further information is available in this circular. 14.5 Electric Vehicle & Charging Solutions Roadshow The Department of the Premier and Cabinet is hosting a FREE Electric Vehicle & Charging Solutions Roadshow on 9 April 2018 at the City of Adelaide Electric Vehicle Charging Hub, 109 Franklin St Adelaide. This event is open to all fleet buyers and managers within Local Government. Further details can be found in this Circular.

Index for Report No.15

6 April 2018 15.1 Program & Registrations - LGITSA 'Adapt and Thrive' Workshop – 3 & 4 May 2018 Registrations are now open for the Local Government Information Technology SA’s 'Adapt and Thrive' Workshop being held at the Adelaide Hills Convention Centre in Hahndorf on Thursday and Friday, 3 and 4 May 2018. This Circular provides registration and program information. Registrations close on 27 April. 15.2 LG Professionals Australia, SA - Continuous Improvement Network Forum | Building a Continuous Improvement Organisation Registrations now open! The Local Government Professionals Australia, SA Continuous Improvement Network are holding an event on Friday 20 April 2018. Further details can be found in this circular.


15.3 LG Professionals Australia, SA General Managers Network Forum – Tour of Tonsley: Australia’s First Innovation District Registrations now open! The Local Government Professionals Australia, SA General Managers Network are holding an event on Wednesday 2 May 2018. Further details can be found in this circular. 15.4 Community Engagement – Training for Councils IAP2 Foundations in Public Participation Program is run over 5 days in two separate groups. 16, 17, 18 and 30 April &1 May 2018. 15.5 Phonographic Performance Company of Australia (PPCA) will increase tariff rates on 1 July 2018 Phonographic Performance Company of Australia (PPCA) will increase its licensing tariffs by CPI effective 1 July 2018. 15.6 Bus Shelter Funding Program - council input sought The LGA has been advocating for the reinstatement of the State Government Bus Shelter Funding Program. This Circular provides further details as to how the LGA is seeking councils’ assistance to further develop the business case. 15.7 Australian Disaster Resilience Conference Organised by the Australian Institute for Disaster Resilience, the first-ever Australian Disaster Resilience Conference (ADRC) will be held in Perth on 6-7 September 2018, to share thinking and practice in meeting the challenges of future disasters. This circular contains details. 15.8 Councils can help educate the community to identify and avoid “scams” Consumer and Business Services produce publications in plain English for the benefit of consumers. Now it is far easier for councils, firms and the public to understand consumer law. 15.9 The Value in LGA Membership An independent report by UHY Haines Norton on the Value of LGA Membership 2018 has been completed. A copy of the report is attached to this Circular. 15.10 LG Professionals Australia, SA - Continuous Improvement Network Forum | Building a Continuous Improvement Organisation Registrations now open! The Local Government Professionals Australia, SA Continuous Improvement Network are holding an event on Friday 20 April 2018. Further details can be found in this circular. 15.11 LG Professionals Australia, SA General Managers Network Forum – Tour of Tonsley: Australia’s First Innovation District Registrations now open! The Local Government Professionals Australia, SA General Managers Network are holding an event on Wednesday 2 May 2018. Further details can be found in this circular.


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