Changes to How the Mayor is Elected from 2026

Changes to local government legislation in South Australia will introduce a new process for the election of Mayors (Principal Members).

Currently, the Mayor of the Wudinna District Council is chosen by the elected councillors following a local government election. From the 2026 local government elections onward, the Mayor will instead be elected directly by the community.

What Will Change?

Under the new arrangements, all eligible voters across the district will vote to elect the Mayor.

The Mayor will provide leadership across the entire Council area and act as the principal spokesperson for the Council and community.

What Will Stay the Same?

The council will continue to operate as a no-ward council structure.
Council will continue to comprise six (6) area councillors representing the district.
The principal member of Council will continue to hold the title of Mayor, as described under Section 51(1) of the Act.

How Council Decisions Will Work

Under the legislated model:

Councillors will continue to debate and vote on Council motions.
The Mayor will not ordinarily vote on Council decisions.
Where a vote is tied, the Mayor will exercise a casting vote to determine the outcome.

These changes are intended to provide a clear distinction between the leadership role of the Mayor and the representative role of councillors, while ensuring Council can continue to make decisions when votes are evenly split.

Further information will be provided over the coming months as preparations continue for the 2026 local government elections.

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Remembrance Day

30th October 2026

Remembrance DayWednesday 11 November 2026Everyone is invited to join us at Standley Park at 10:45am on Wednesday, 11 November 2026, as we come together to observe Remembrance Day.Pausing for a moment of reflection to honour the courage, service and
Nominations for the Citizen of the Year Awards 2027

28th October 2026

Nominations for the Citizen of the Year Awards 2027 start now If you know an individual, business, group or event that has made an impact on the community please nominate them via the link below or from hardcopy forms at the Council office or the
Request for Quote (Septic Tank Pump out)

26th October 2026

REQUEST FOR QUOTEDesludging of Septic Tanks Connected to the Wudinna CWMSWudinna District Council is seeking Requests for Quote to undertake the four yearly desludging pump out of biosolids from septic tanks connected to the Wudinna Community
CONSULTATION OPEN - CHILDCARE NEEDS ANALYSIS

24th September 2026

Consultation Open - Childcare Needs AnalysisChildcare in the Wudinna DistrictThe Wudinna District Council, with funding support from Regional Development Australia Eyre Peninsula RDAEP is undertaking a Childcare Needs Analysis to better understand
Public Consultation - Community Engagement Policy

18th September 2026

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT POLICY 2026-2030Public Consultation Period— 15 September 2026 to 20 October 2026The Community Engagement Policy for 2026-2030 is available at the Wudinna District Council Office, 11 Burton Terrace, and can be viewed by
Annual Business Plan 2026-2027

28th July 2026

The Annual Business Plan is intended as a public statement of the Council's proposed program for the year and the factors shaping it, as required by the Local Government Act. It sets out the Council's proposed services, programs and projects for
Changes to How the Mayor is Elected from 2026

18th May 2026

Changes to How the Mayor is Elected from 2026Changes to local government legislation in South Australia will introduce a new process for the election of Mayors Principal Members. Currently, the Mayor of the Wudinna District Council is chosen by the
Shopfront Improvement Program

6th March 2026

Shopfront Improvement ProgramThe Shopfront Improvement Program is an initiative of Wudinna District Council, designed to support small business owners in enhancing the appearance and functionality of commercial streetscapes across the Council
Office Closure & Changes to Refuse Site Operating Hours and Kerbside Waste Collection - Christmas Period

22nd December 2025

Our office will be closed from 12pm Wednesday, 24 December 2025 and reopening 8:30am on Monday, 5 January 2026.
Draft Annual Business Plan 2025-26 - Public Consultation

30th April 2025

PUBLIC NOTICEPublic Consultation Period— 17 April 2025 to 20 May 2025The Draft Annual Business Plan for the 2025-26 financial year is available at the Wudinna District Council Office, 11 Burton Terrace, and on the link below.Both written and/or