Port Augusta is a regional city, located on the calm waters of the Spencer Gulf, at the foothills of the magnificent Flinders Ranges.
02/06/2025
A Special Council Meeting will be held on Tuesday 3 June 2025 commencing at 5:30pm
Public copies of the agendas are available on Council’s website. https://www.portaugusta.sa.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0034/1816657/Special-Council-meeting-Agenda-and-Attachments-03-06-2025.pdf
As there is limited seating in the Chambers, registrations will be taken for those wishing to attend in the Chamber.
Please forward your request via [email protected] should you be seeking to attend the Chamber. Seating will be allocated in order of registration.
From Monday 2 June to Sunday 16 June 2025, we’ll be carrying out footpath cleaning on Commercial Road followed by the Gladstone Square BBQ and seating area.
🕖 Work hours: 7:00am – 10:00am daily
📍 Please take care around workers and equipment
29/05/2025
Public transport is more than just buses and taxis — it’s about connection. It’s about ensuring people can get to work, school, medical appointments, and community events, no matter where they live. In Port Augusta and across regional South Australia, we know the reality: public transport options are limited, and for many people, that means relying on weekly buses or assisted transport or going without.
That’s why I’m pleased that the State Government is developing a Public Transport Strategy that will shape the next 30 years of transport planning in South Australia. Importantly, they’re also undertaking a Regional Public Transport Review, recognising that the needs of our communities are vastly different from those in metropolitan Adelaide.
For us in Port Augusta, this is a real opportunity to make our voices heard. Whether it’s better connections between towns, more frequent services, or even entirely new ideas for transport access—now is the time to speak up.
To develop a truly inclusive transport strategy, the government is engaging with communities across the state—city and country—at the same time. The goal is to get a full picture of what South Australians need from their transport system, and that picture must include the unique challenges of living and working in the regions.
A community information session will be held here in Port Augusta on Thursday, 5 June 2025, from 4:00 to 5:30 PM at the Australian Arid Lands Botanic Garden. I encourage everyone who has something to say about transport in our area to attend.
You can also take part in other ways online visit YOUR SAY www.yoursay.sa.gov.au
• Complete the ‘Future of public transport’ survey.
• Submit a written comment to help shape the future.
• Attend a webinar if you can’t attend the face-to-face session.
Let’s make sure the strategy reflects the reality of life in Port Augusta and the wider region.
And while we’re thinking about how people get around, let’s not forget where they come to gather, learn, and grow once they arrive—our public libraries.
The Local Government Association of South Australia has launched the “How Good Are Libraries?” campaign to highlight the incredible value of our libraries—and rightly so. The numbers speak for themselves:
• More than 1 in 4 South Australians are library users.
• 487,000+ active library members across the state.
• Over 64,000 programs delivered every year—from storytime and digital literacy to job search support and seniors’ tech help.
• 11.5 million items loaned annually from a network of over 140 public libraries.
• A whopping $253 million in community value generated across South Australia.
Here in Port Augusta, our library is a vital part of the community. It offers far more than books—it provides digital access, historical archives, a safe space for study and creativity, and inclusive programs for people of all ages. It's where lifelong learning begins and where community continues. Plan a time to visit our public library this week!
Finally, last Friday, I had the opportunity to attend the LGA Ordinary Meeting, followed by the Lord Mayors Dinner at the historic Adelaide Town Hall. It was a pleasure to reconnect with many Mayors.
While our communities vary in size and location, we share a deep commitment to our local people, practical problem-solving, and a passion for building stronger, more resilient towns.
These rare gatherings of Mayors from across South Australia are valuable opportunities to share ideas, discuss challenges, and strengthen partnerships between our communities. Continued collaboration at this level helps ensure strong, united leadership for the benefit of all South Australians.
Until next time, stay well and reflect on all that's good in our lives.
28/05/2025
📢 Notice: Eastside Jetty Pontoon Closed for Repairs
The Eastside Jetty Pontoon is currently closed for repairs and refurbishment and is expected to reopen on Friday, 6 June 2025.
We appreciate your patience and understanding while we carry out these important works to keep our facilities safe and accessible. 🌊
28/05/2025
27/05/2025
CAREER ROADSHOW IN PORT AUGUSTA — WEDNESDAY 28 MAY
Come and say hi to our HR Council team at Central Oval tomorrow! We're running informative mock interviews to help your interviewing skills — and yes, we’re handing out free chocolates too! 🍫📝
🗓 Wednesday, 28 May 2025
🕙 10am – 2pm
📍 Central Oval, Port Augusta
Whether you're a high school student exploring options or a job seeker looking for your next step, this is a great opportunity to connect and learn more.
27/05/2025
👏 Celebrating Our Volunteers 👏
A big shoutout to Geoff Eberhard, Cavan Finlay, and Robert Fitzgerald — recently recognised for their incredible dedication and service to the Port Augusta Men’s Shed.
Your time, skills, and commitment make a real difference in our community. Thank you for all that you do!
26/05/2025
🖤💛❤️ Linley Shine, Mayor, City of Port Augusta and Council staff were proud to attend the Reconciliation Breakfast at Port Augusta Secondary School this morning as part of National Reconciliation Week 2025.
This year’s theme, “Bridging Now to Next,” reminds us that reconciliation means learning from the past, acting now, and shaping a fairer future together. We need to keep building bridges—through listening, learning, and walking forward with truth, respect and hope.
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Port Augusta City Council is located at the head of Spencer Gulf in South Australia and includes Stirling North and the seaside homes located at Commissariat Point, Blanche Harbor and Miranda and has a population of almost 14,000 people. Council acknowledges and respects the traditional owners, their ancestors and the sharing of lands on which Port Augusta is situated.
Called ‘the crossroads of Australia’ because roads from Sydney to Perth and Adelaide to Darwin all pass through Port Augusta. This regional hub, where the Outback meets the ocean, is a major tourism, shopping, government and service centre. Getting to Port Augusta is easy with multiple air services, seven day bus service to and from Adelaide, and The Ghan and Indian Pacific railway service passing through. The city offers a vibrant range of cafés, pubs and restaurants and accommodation.
There are a range of attractions for the whole family including the Wadlata Outback Centre. To get the whole story on the region, creep through the jaws of Max, a giant Ripper lizard, to begin a journey through the Flinders Ranges & Outback’s ‘Tunnel of Time’. There’s the nationally-accredited Port Augusta Visitor Information Centre onsite where you can find out more about the region, and book tours and accommodation.
See an amazing array of arid zone plants and one of Australia’s most significant collections of Eremophilas at the Australian Arid Lands Botanic Garden. Open daily, it is also home to more than 100 native bird species. Stroll through the AridSmart Display Gardens to discover how to create your own native garden. The visitor centre has a café, serving native-flavoured food and regional wines, as well as a gift and garden shop.
Feel free to take in a local footy, netball or basketball match at Central Oval. If you are new to town the friendly staff can also assist you with local sporting knowledge (what teams/groups you can join in town) and event management. Planning a wedding or a function? We have the perfect spaces for you.
See local and traveling art exhibitions at the Port Augusta Cultural Centre – Yarta Purtli, next to Gladstone Square. Aboriginal art can be viewed and purchased at the Wadlata Outback Centre. The Platform Gallery at the Railway Station showcases local artists and high quality paintings, pottery, crafts and fabric art.
Experience 360 degree views of Port Augusta at the Water Tower Lookout and enjoy a picnic at the Red Cliff/Matthew Flinders Lookout. The top of Spencer Gulf is great for boating and land fishing, with Yellowtail kingfish among the prized catches.
Spend a lazy afternoon enjoying the sunshine on Port Augusta’s foreshore with an exercise area, playground, barbecues, swimming pontoons and the Swimmers Memorial Garden.
The kids will love the Wave Skate and BMX Park; the Ryan Mitchell Swim Centre, The Arid Explorers Children’s Garden and the iconic Pichi Richi Railway. You can also relax in the local cinema, or hire a buggy and have a game of golf on the 18 green and watered fairways.
Stop, look around and come and stay a while...#toplocation #portaugusta
