The Barossa Council was originally formed in 1996 after the amalgamation of the District Councils of Barossa, Tanunda, and Angaston. The majority of the District Council of Mount Pleasant was later amalgamated in 1997.

We are one of the largest regional local government authorities in South Australia, covering the internationally renowned Barossa wine region. Find more information on Council's vision, plans and strategies at our Management plans section.

Our vision is enhancing our premium wine, food, and tourism region and its unique lifestyle, heritage, and community spirit.

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About Council

The Council area is broad with many towns developed in a village-style. To help you understand our Council area we have online mapping, census information and townships.

Agendas and minutes

Agendas and minutes of Council meetings and committee meetings are the legal records of decisions and directions made by Council.

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By-laws

By-laws are local laws created by a council to deal with issues specific to that council area.

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Careers

Find out more about careers and current employment opportunities at The Barossa Council.

Committees and panels

There are various committees that meet regularly to discuss matters and give Council suggested advice for best practice.

Council meetings

Ordinary meetings of The Barossa Council are held on the third Tuesday of each month at 5.30 pm - with the exception of the January meeting which is held on the fourth Tuesday.

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Customer services

Our Customer Support Team is here to help and we will always aim to resolve your enquiry at first contact.

Elected Members

As an Elected Member you need to present views of community to your council and in turn explain council policy and decisions.

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Facilities management

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Freedom of information

A Freedom of Information application provides for public access to official documents and records; and provides for the correction of public documents and records in appropriate cases.

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Grants

The Council has three annual grant programs to support community, youth and heritage projects and activities.

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Key projects

With your help, we're undertaking numerous projects within our region to support our community's safety and wellbeing.

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Licences and permits

Many activities need council approval when using facilities owned by council, or undertaking activities on council land.

Management plans

Management plans are official documents drafted to outline the strategic and operational directions and policy positions set by Council.

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Our organisation

Our organisational structure that supports the CEO to apply Council directions is in our organisational chart.

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Payments

Make payments for Council related applications, expiation notices, invoices, licences and rates.

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Performance reports

Performance reporting is key in promoting our accountability, transparency and performance as a Council.

Policies and processes

We have adopted policies and processes to manage Council business, ensure legal compliance and support community.

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Public Notices

Find details of our publicly advertised notices.

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Rates and charges

Find out how your Council rates are calculated and payment options.

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Registers

Under various Acts of parliament, there are requirements for Council to keep and present information to the public. These include registers.

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Section 7 Searches

When you buy land in South Australia an agent will seek a search of the title and State and Local Government records.

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