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  1. Clare 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…

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  2. Clare Valley Podcast - NEW CEO appointed; Meet the busiest man in the Clare and Gilbert Valleys; Wheels in Motion

    This is the first episode of 2025. In this episode, Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council Interim CEO Andrew Aitken discusses: CEO appointment update Councils view on reducing dust on roads during dry times Discovery Caravan Park seeking approval for park improvements Representation Review final…

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  3. Clare Valley Podcast - Council to manage Richardson Park Playspace; Delegation to focus on future road sealing; Clare Valley Community Kitchen; Clare Valley Christian Outreach Xmas Hampers

    This 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 sealing Council to take over ongoing management and maintenance of Richardson Park Playspace, Sevenhill Council to apply for…

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  4. Clare 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 Japan

    This 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 -...

  5. Clare Valley Podcast - Meet Interim Council CEO Andrew Aitken; Pat Casey's open garden for Mercy Ships

    This 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...

  6. Clare Valley Podcast - Discovery Park cabin development plans; Event funding update; Drought and frosts decimate crops

    This podcast is supported by the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council Council news with CEO Dr Helen Macdonald: ( the final recording with the outgoing CEO) Event Support Program grant funding adjustments Australia Day Funding - not taken up by councillors Discovery Holiday Parks cabin development...

  7. Clare Valley Podcast - Auburn Library gifting; Neon 2nd construction camp; Interim CEO appointed; Cultural Tourism; Artist profile

    This podcast is brought to you by the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council. In this episode: ACDC accepts gifting of the Auburn library Neon Australia's plans for a second construction camp - will this ease the Valley's housing shortage? Moves to resurface basketball courts Event Support Program…

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  8. Clare Valley Podcast - Post Budget details; Old Clare Town Hall court case; Future of Hutt River Boardwalk; Build to Rent Proposal; Council resignation news

    This podcast is brought to you by the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council In this episode, Council CEO Dr Helen Macdonald explains: Post budget details - Rates, Annual Service Charges, Total Revenue and Expenses Clare Town Hall Stage Update Old Town Hall fix up - in the courts Build to Rent…

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  9. Clare Valley Podcast - Draft Budget 24/25 public consultation, rate increase, mystery road funding

    This podcast is funded by the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council Council chat In this episode Council CEO Dr Helen Macdonald discusses the following topics: Council endorses Draft Budget 2024/25 and Annual Business Plan Council to expect a $863,000 deficit Rates increase 4.3% + growth Some...

  10. Clare Valley Podcast - Budget deliberations, UPDATE: Stanley Flat Code amendment, Staff profile: Amy Neubauer

    This 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...

  11. Clare 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 financials Extension of lease and funding for the Clare Valley Wine, Food and Tourism Centre Update on the Clare Stormwater...

  12. Clare Valley Podcast - Business reaction to Tourism Accomodation Shortage; Community Batteries, Land Management Agreements, Land Use Strategy

    Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council catch-up with CEO Dr Helen Macdonald Minister for Planning Nick Champion visits the region to address housing shortage Council advised to adopt a Land Use Strategy Land Management Agreements – do they have power to control development? Council unhappy over public...

  13. Clare Valley Podcast - Rural Road Reserve Purchases, Discovery Water Park public access and fees; Cemetery Affairs, Tourist accommodation crunch

    Welcome back to another year of the Clare Valley Podcast 2024 Coming 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...

  14. Clare 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 fumble Grant opportunity - Riverton Community Hall SJM Road Purchase request -...

  15. Clare Valley Podcast - Budget review; Horrocks Highway land rezoning; Clare Valley SCA Gourmet 40 year celebrations; Greater SA

    Welcome 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 review Private landholder to...

  16. Clare Valley Podcast - Manoora Wellness Centre; Gourmet Hallmark funding; Tourist numbers down; Rates in Arrears

    CLARE VALLEY PODCAST Council 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…

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  17. Clare Valley Podcast - French Fest Fever; Stanley Flat Code concerns; Clare Town Hall refurbishment; Clare Bowling Club financial lift

    Welcome 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 Amendment...

  18. Clare Valley Podcast - Riverton residents petition; Residential Land Development Incentive Scheme; Neagles Rock Rd reopen proposal; Taylors Wines new multi-million dollar Cellar Door

    In this episode: COUNCIL CHAT Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council CEO, Helen Macdonald discusses the following topics: Riverton Community Hall Consultation Outcome Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program - what local projects are getting funding? Residential Land Redevelopment Incentive...

  19. Clare Valley Podcast - "We All Need Space" Heavy Vehicle Campaign; Phoenix Ave land revocation; Riesling Trail Dedication; Rehoming animals as welfare centres at capacity

    This podcast is brought to you by the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council. Council catchup with CEO, Dr Helen Macdonald Phoenix Avenue, Clare land reclassification Local government to determine where to rehome animals as animal welfare centres at capacity Riesling Trail Dedication Update on…

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  20. Clare Valley Podcast - Future of Saddleworth Institute; Riverton Town Hall structural repairs; Council employee profile; Clare Valley Model Engineers

    This podcast is supported by the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council. In this episode: Council chat with CEO Dr Helen Macdonald Future of the Saddleworth Institute Rivertown Town Hall structural repairs Naidoc celebrations for August Annual Business Plan and Long Term Financial Plan amendments A...

  21. Clare Valley Podcast - Clare Valley Gourmet Week; Working for the Queen Mother; Clare and Gilbert Valleys Housing and Land update

    In 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 April Water Park at Clare Discovery Caravan Park to be completed…

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  22. Clare Valley Podcast - Richardson Park history, Sevenhill SACWA fundraising; Mid North Road accidents alarmingly high

    In 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 budget Watervale Institute and the Mt Horrocks Historical Society Clare Town Hall - moves to upgrade the whole hall not just…

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  23. Clare Valley Podcast - SA Autumn Garden Festival; Smoke Taint on Grapevines; 'Gather Together' for Youth Week; Structural issues at Riverton Community Hall

    In 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 program Structural issues with Riverton Community Hall to be factored into current refurbishment quote Outcome to the the...

  24. Clare 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,...

  25. Clare Valley Podcast - Auburn Streetscape Plan; Stanley Flat Code Amendment; 40th Anniversary Ash Wednesday bushfires; Australia Day Awards

    A 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 Plan Land revocation of Auburn RSL Strategic Planning Community Survey Rates objections…

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  26. Clare Valley Podcast - Clare Valley Wine, Food and Tourism Centre; Community Asset Grant Scheme; The Valleys Lifestyle Centre

    In 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's Successful applicants…

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  27. Clare Valley Podcast - Council monthly update; The unveiling of the Monica McInerney sculpture; The Hill Shed Community Garden; Clare Valley Community Kitchen; Riverton's Jingles Garden

    Welcome 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 Council Costly maintenance of damaged roads due to continuous...

  28. Clare Valley Podcast - Clare Valley Wine Show

    This 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…

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  29. Clare Valley Podcast - Rezoning land to make way for low density housing; Sustaining tourism growth, Assisting Ukrainian refugees in Poland

    Welcome to Episode 11 of the Clare Valley Podcast. Rezoning land to accomodate low density housing on White Hut Road, Stanley Flat Assisting Ngadjuri people with accomodation options to help transition back to country Agri-tourism- one the keys to sustaining tourism growth in the Clare Valley.…

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  30. Clare 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, Clare

    In 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 Clare New toilets...

  31. Clare Valley Podcast - Riesling Trail tenure; New Dog impounding fees; Community Peak Bodies; Robert 'Alfie' Hannaford

    In 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…

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  32. Clare Valley Podcast - Business Plan and Budgets; Clare Valley Wine and Wilderness Trail; Gourmet Week wrap up

    Hello! Welcome to another jam packed edition of the Clare Valley Podcast bringing you the latest council news, upcoming projects and community events. In this episode: Council has voted to continue with the new lease of the Clare Caravan Park following a lengthy discussion with the Council's...

  33. Clare Valley Podcast - Clare Caravan Park's new lease on hold; Hale River Feedlot expansion; The story behind the Clare Oval Redevelopment; Clare Valley Water Project

    Highly unlikely a new water park will be built in the Clare Valley by this summer as the new lease for the Clare Caravan Park has been put on hold due to a legal review. There are moves to expand the Hale River Feedlot at Spring Gully Rates Review has been put on ice until the new financial year…

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  34. Clare Valley Podcast - Monthly chat with Council CEO, Dr Helen Macdonald; Mid North Community Passenger Network; Clare Women's shed initiative

    Council Chat Council responds to Clare Town Hall Committee and Clare's History Group's frustration over Town Hall upgrade uncertainty and future tenure. Council seeking information on a new rates model Bridging finance loan approved by council for the Clare Sports Club redevelopment. Details: (...

  35. Clare Valley Podcast - New Water Park, Riverton Town Hall refurbishment, recognising Cheryl Koglin

    Welcome to Episode 5 of the Clare Valley Podcast, keeping you informed on the latest Council news and upcoming projects from the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council. The Clare Discovery Park has secured a 42 year lease, giving it the green light to invest in many long term projects to improve the...

  36. Clare Valley Podcast - Clare Sports Club, rezoning land, Tarlee local Peter Dunn, Naidoc celebrations

    Welcome to the Clare Valley Podcast brought to you by the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council. A podcast that keeps you informed on the latest council news, upcoming projects and community events in the area. In this episode: *The Clare Sports Club seeking $500,000 loan from council to help assist…

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  37. Clare Valley Podcast - Clare Bike Park revamp, The big 'A" sculpture, and Auburn Streetscape Plan

    Welcome to the Clare Valley Podcast brought to you by the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council, keeping you informed on the latest Council news, upcoming projects and community events in the area. A jam packed episode this month: 1. The Clare Bike Park has been given a major facelift! After 18…

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  38. Clare Valley Podcast - Clare Library Repair Cafe

    Welcome back to the Clare Valley Podcast! In this episode, you'll hear an update from Helen Macdonald, the Chief Executive of the Clare and Gilbert Valley Council about major road projects in the council area and local Councillors are calling for everyone who enters the Council chambers to be…

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  39. Clare Valley Podcast - Clare Show

    Welcome to the first episode of the Clare Valley Podcast brought to you by the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council. This podcast provides a snapshot on news, views and issues in the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council area. It's a great opportunity for Council to inform the community about upcoming...

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