BORDERTOWN LIBRARYOctober is Seniors month. Instead of offering any events in October the Library will be offering a more intensive training when our new exciting Tech Savvy Seniors program becomes available.

Watch this space...

BARKING DOGSWhile barking is a natural form of communication for dogs, dogs which bark incessantly can be the cause of distress and frustration to neighbours.

Barking becomes an offence if it occurs persistently or continues to such a degree that it unreasonably interferes with the peace, comfort or convenience of another person.

Under the Act, local Councils have the power to issue expiations and/or Control (Barking Dog) Orders to the owner or person responsible for the dog at that time.If a barking complaint is made against your dog, the council will investigate to determine if the complaint is valid. If the council is satisfied that the dog is barking excessively, an order can be issued under the Act. If your dog has been reported to the council for barking, the Council Animal Management Officer will discuss the process with you and provide advice as to how you might remedy the issue.

STATE LIBRARY OF SOUTH AUSTRALIAThe State Library of South Australia is coming to Bordertown. Join State Library staff for collection specialist talks:

• Family History - Discover the resources and services available at the State Library to help you with your family history research.

• In Their Own Words - World War One letters and diaries – Uncover the humour, hardship, love and memories of those enmeshed in World War One through their letters and diaries.

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND TOURISM & VISITOR ATTRACTION STRATEGYCouncil has engaged consultants SED Advisory to develop an Economic Development and Tourism Strategy for council and the district. Their 2 main consultants who will be working with us are Fiona Davey and Clive Pinneger.

Their final report will only be as good as the information that is provided to them from businesses, farmers, service providers and residents from across the district

We want people to have their say on:

• the opportunities for economic development in the Tatiara including infrastructure, workforce, services and the visitor economy

• Problems that are restricting economic development

• strategies or projects that need to be put in place to:

o promote the district,

o encourage investment,

o encourage population growth,

o establish a sustainable economy and

o develop the Tatiara as a place for people to visit and stay.

To obtain as much feedback as possible there will be an online survey, interviews and community drop in sessions so that businesses and residents can have their say.

The consultants will also be talking with major employers, business associations, business operators and government agencies. Consultation will occur in late October and early November with a draft strategy due to be presented in February.

The online survey which is the first stage in the project, will commence by the middle of October and be available through a link on Council’s website and via email distribution to local businesses.

Tech Savvy Seniors

AUSTRALIA DAY 2018The Australia Day Celebrations will be held at Wolseley on the 26th January 2018 and nominations are being called for:

• Citizen of the Year

• Young Citizen of the Year (aged under 30 years on 26/1/2018)

• Community Event of the Year The aim of the awards is to recognise outstanding contributions to the local communities within the past year or over a period of years. Nomination forms can be obtained from either the Bordertown or Keith Council Offices or on our website: www.tatiara.sa.gov.au. Nominations can also be made online directly at http://www.citizenoftheyear.com.au/. Please remember that awards are for individuals only and nominations for couples will not be considered. If a couple are deemed worthy of nominating, please nominate them separately. Nominations must be accompanied by suitable details to assist the judging panel and received no later than 5:00pm on 17th November 2017.

All talks include a demonstration of the recently launched Digital Collections which showcases selected treasures from the State Library collections.

Wednesday 25th October, 2017 Bordertown Public LibraryFamily History 12.00pm - 1.00pmIn their own words 1.00pm - 2.00pmBookings essential - Bordertown Public Library 8752 1473

A partnership between Telstra, the Office for the Ageing, Service SA (Department of the Premier and Cabinet) and the Libraries Board of South Australia (through Public Library Services) will introduce the Tech Savvy Seniors Program to South Australia. Tech Savvy Seniors South Australia will provide free digital literacy training for older South Australian residents.

The program aims to:

• encourage more seniors to embrace information technology and improve their digital skills.

By participating in the program, it is expected that seniors will:

• be assisted to develop the confidence and skills necessary to actively participate in the digital community and/or increase their current level of participation.

• Seniors will be introduced to a wide variety of government information and transactional services available through sa.gov.au.

Spring Edition: 2017

PO Box 346, Bordertown SA 5268Phone: 08 8752 1044 Fax: 08 8752 1442

E: office@tatiara.sa.gov.auW: www.tatiara.sa.gov.au

TATIARA TALKSAt the October Council meeting Mayor Graham Excell announced that Council’s new CEO will be Anne Champness.

Anne, pronounced Anna, has signed a 4 year contract and commences work at Tatiara District Council on the 27th November. She takes over from current CEO Rob Harkness who retires on November 24th after being in the position for 15 years.

Anne currently works for Hindmarsh Shire Council based at Nhill as their Director Corporate and Community Services. She has 11 years Local Government experience, 9 at Hindmarsh as well as 2 years at Southern Grampians Shire Council.

Mayor Excell said "We had almost 50 applications for the role which

Season Tickets represent excellent value and holders have reciprocal rights for use at both the Bordertown and Keith pools. Season Tickets are available for purchase at the Bordertown & Keith Council offices.Family (2 - 4 People) $210Family (5+ People) $225Single $130

BORDERTOWN AND KEITH SWIMMING POOLS WILL BE OPENING...SUNDAY 12TH NOVEMBER

RLSSA - Higher Awards Program Will be held at Bordertown on 18th - 22nd December 2017Enrol by either calling RLSSA on 8210 4500 or online atwww.royallifesavingsa.com.au

Lap Swimming for AdultsBordertown - Monday, Wednesday, Friday & Saturday morningsTuesday & Thursday evenings Keith - Monday to Friday mornings.

SA Water VACSWIMBordertown 18th - 22nd December 2017Enrolments close 8th December 2017

Keith 8th - 12th January 2018Enrolments close 22nd December 2017 SA Water VACSWIM Enrolments & Payments can be made at both Council offices.

Surya Prakash, Council’s MTS since February 2014, has submitted his resignation. Surya’s last day with Tatiara District Council is October 27th.

He has accepted a position with SA Water based in Adelaide.

During his time with council a large amount of construction and

APPOINTMENT OF NEW CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, ANNE CHAMPNESSwas narrowed down to 6 and then to 3. Council’s Selection Panel and the whole Council were pleased to appoint Anne to this very important Council position. Anne displays a warm & empathetic style demonstrating strong people management, community engagement & technical skills at all levels. We look forward to working with her in delivering what the

MANAGER TECHNICAL SERVICES RESIGNSupgrade work has taken place across the district.

We thank Surya for his valuable input and wish him well in his new position.

We have started the recruitment process to fill the MTS position. Until that happens Aaron Hillier will be Acting MTS.

community needs and in keeping the Council in a strong and stable financial position".

Ms Champness said “I am looking forward to commencing the role of Chief Executive Officer at the Tatiara District Council and working with the Mayor, Councillors, staff and the community to ensure that Tatiara is a wonderful place to live, work and play.”

Ms Champness continued that “Tatiara is highly regarded in the local government sector and I am looking to build on past successes and seek new opportunities for the organisation’s and community’s future.”

Ms Champness added “I am also very much looking forward to becoming part of the Tatiara community and living in this beautiful part of South Australia.”

The Tree Decline and Death Project is a research project delivered by Federation University Australia for the Coorong and Tatiara Local Action Plan Committees. The project aims to reduce threats to remnant native vegetation by investigating the causes of tree decline and death in the region. The project was commenced in July 2015. The project has delivered three major outsomes so far:

1. A literature review of tree decline issues in the region, which identifies knowledge gaps and research priorities.

2. A field experiment that demonstrates that interveinal yellowing in the region’s roadside trees can be alleviated with additions of iron and manganese. This study helps us to understand the issue of yellowing of roadside trees, and allows us to plan for the future.

3. The development of a citizen science website, in which community members and stakeholders can contribute data on the symptoms of trees in the region.

This report also provides management recommendations to assist with regional planning for a future landscape that includes trees, and identifies important areas for future research that will assist with regional planning.

Federation University will continue to report to the Coorong and Tatiara LAP committee on research findings beyond this final report. In particular they will report findings from the analysis of data collected through the citizen science website.

TESLAKeith Supercharger Station has been completed and is now in use. Council granted TESLA a five year permit to use a portion of Heritage Street for an electric charging station. TESLA’s mission is to accelerate the world’s transition to electric vehicles and create the most compelling car company of the 21st century.

PREPARE YOUR PROPERTY NOW FOR THE FIRE DANGER SEASONMaintain a fuel reduced zone of up to 20 metres around your home (greater if on a slope) and 5 metres from sheds and garages, at or below 10cm in height.Clear around trees and remove leaves from guttersTown blocks - vegetation must be kept at or below 10cm in height.Start now – Fire danger season commences 15th November 2017.

TREE DECLINE AND DEATH PROJECT