District Council of Karoonda East Murray in Karoonda, South Australia | Government organisation

District Council of Karoonda East Murray

Locality: Karoonda, South Australia

Phone: +61 8 8578 1004

Address: 11 Railway Terrace 5307 Karoonda, SA, Australia

Website: http://www.dckem.sa.gov.au

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23.01.2022 Last chance to register! Farmer's evening being held at the Wynarka Clubrooms Wednesday 28 October 5.30pm - 8.30pm... Free Dinner - Beef or Chicken Schnitzel RSVP's extended til Monday 26th October Don't miss out, register via the below link https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/alternative-opportunities-d

23.01.2022 ABC RADIO // Here's a little snippet of Mayor Caroline Phillips on ABC radio this morning talking about the meteorite that landed in Karoonda 90 years ago! Check it out.

22.01.2022 FOOD SAFETY COURSE NEW DATE & TIME // Council has teamed up with TAFESA to offer an accredited Food Safety Course in Karoonda. Anyone located within the Karoonda East Murray area can register for this short course for a subsidised cost of $25 per person. Whether you work in hospitality or a volunteer who helps out in the kitchen of your local sporting club - this course is suitable for everyone. **Be quick - spaces are limited.** ... Book now: https://www.tafesa.edu.au/xml/course/sc/sc_T468453843.aspx

20.01.2022 KAROONDA AND DISTRICT HISTORCIAL SOCIETY // Have some free time? Why not become a volunteer! You can join the KDHS team and work on some exciting projects like Pioneer Park. ... If you're keen make sure you join them at their next meeting on Tuesday 16 November at 7:30pm at the Karoonda Council chambers. Pioneer Park Karoonda

20.01.2022 KAROONDA GOLF CLUB // Drilling for a water bore has begun today at the Karoonda Golf Club. Funded under the Drought Communities Program, the installation of the irrigation bore and associated pump will be a welcome ongoing saving for the community facility.

19.01.2022 ATTN FARMERS // This FREE session coming up next week is still open for registrations, click on the event below. The session will cover; Diversifying through Drought - decision making tips and tools to analyse opportunities for your farm business.... Anyone who might reside outside the DCKEM Council area is also welcome to attend this session free of charge.

18.01.2022 LAST CHANCE TO VOTE // Voting closes this Friday - Karoonda could be named a top 5 finalist with your vote (fingers crossed)! Click on the post below!

18.01.2022 WELCOME // You may have seen a new face around town. Emily Zabel commenced in the role of Horticulture Trainee at Council earlier this month. We look forward to Emily integrating into the team. Welcome aboard!

18.01.2022 IT’S HAPPENING // The crane is here nice and early this morning. Here’s some progress shots of the tower going up. If you’re around, there’s still time to check out the crane in action on the way to school.

17.01.2022 It’s fantastic to see how the Mallee Business Association has evolved over the years. Keep up the good work! If you’re a local business in the Karoonda East Murray area and would like to join a proactive and passionate group, please get in contact with President, Janine Dutschke.

17.01.2022 AUSTRALIA DAY CITIZEN OF THE YEAR AWARDS // Final call for nominations for 2021 citizen of the year Awards! We're looking for individuals who make a difference, someone who contributes to our community and inspires those around them. They could be quiet achievers, community members or unsung heroes. It could also be a community group who held an outstanding event throughout the year that deserves to be recognised. ... Your nominee could be recognised in one of the following categories: Citizen of the Year Young Citizen of the Year (16 to 30 years) Community Event of the Year Award for Active Citizenship Please have nominations in by close of business this Friday, 27 November 2020 https://www.citizenoftheyear.com.au/nominate/

16.01.2022 Calling all farmers operating within the District Council of Karoonda East Murray! We are excited to announce that Farm Owners Academy are coming to Karoonda to deliver a 2 Day Top Producers Event 18 & 19 March 2021. If you are a farmer within our district, and you want more organisation, focus and clarity need to set the strategic direction of your farming business?... want your whole team working towards a common goal? want your goals on paper with a mapped-out plan of how to achieve them? need to know exactly what to do to become more profitable? want to spend more quality time with your loved ones? Here is your chance to register your interest to participate in this very unique opportunity. Take a listen to Farm Owners Academy CEO Jeremy Hutchings personal message to the farmers of Karoonda East Murray - https://farmownersacademy.pages.ontraport.net/karoonda-intro Want to jump on board? Please visit - https://www.dckem.sa.gov.au//farm-owners-academy-top-produ See more

15.01.2022 KAROONDA EXHIBITION CENTRE SHED UPDATE // Works have begun on site for the new Karoonda Exhibition Centre Shed being built adjacent to the Karoonda Oval. The new multi-purpose facility will become the focal point for the well-known Karoonda Farm Fair amongst other community events. ... With the groundworks currently underway, the structure of the shed is due to be installed in January.

14.01.2022 PLAYGROUND UPDATE // The Mallee Playground Trail Project is in full swing in the last week we have seen the installation of some exciting new playground pieces at Karoonda. Wanbi and Wynarka playground equipment installation will be happening this week and next. ... All on track for a 21 December finish! Who is keen!? Keep your eyes peeled for an official opening

14.01.2022 ARTHRITIS SESSION - KAROONDA // A free information session open to all community members. 24 November 2020 Karoonda Bowling Club

13.01.2022 Do you know a family in need over Christmas? The Karoonda CWA Branch have 15 hampers to allocate to people within the Mallee area. more details below

12.01.2022 A big shout out to the Wynarka Recreation Grounds volunteers for hosting our Farmers evening on Wednesday night. The volunteers did a fantastic job preparing the Wynarka Clubrooms along with a dinner for all the attendees. Pinion Advisory’s Rebekah Starick & James Hillcoat delivered an informative session on alternative options and diversifying within a farming business, providing farmers with some useful tips and resources to use within their farming business.

10.01.2022 2020 MTE AWARDS // It was an exciting time for the District Council of Karoonda East Murray who recently attended the mteSA Awards night. Our very own, Nathan Brown was runner up in the 'Trainee of the Year' Award. Well done Browny, you continue to show great enthusiasm and a willingness to learn new skills, we're lucky to have you as part of our team. A BIG congratulations!! Council was also recognised for its 5 years of service as a long term host employer. ... FANTASTIC!

08.01.2022 ATTN: SPORTING CLUBS & COMMUNITY ORGS // Norman Waterhouse Lawyers is partnering with the LGA to host a free 1-hour Zoom webinar for sporting and community clubs, designed to offer legal and financial guidance on the challenges confronted by these organisations during the COVID-19 crisis. Read the flyer below for more information Webinar date: Wednesday 28 October 1.30-2.30pm.... REGISTER HERE: https://www.lga.sa.gov.au//sporting-clubs-and-community-or

08.01.2022 REMEMBRANCE DAY // They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old: Age shall not weary them, ... nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning, We will remember them. See more

08.01.2022 HELLO THERE BEARDED DRAGON // Tammy O'Malley bumped into this little guy yesterday on her stroll through Pioneer Park Karoonda.

06.01.2022 Karoonda East Murray residents! Come along for a free evening of entertainment and help us to celebrate National Agriculture Day Friday 20 November 2020, 4.00pm - 7.00pm. Attractions will be: Photo booth... Games Badge making Coffee Van Sausage Sizzle for dinner Soft Serve Ice-Cream & Slushies (for dessert) Singing, dancing & story telling with our SPECIAL GUEST GEORGE THE FARMER! Bookings are essential for catering https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/national-agriculture-day-ti

05.01.2022 KAROONDA METEORITE CELEBRATES 90 YEARS // On this day 90 years ago Karoonda gained world wide attention after a meteorite landed 2 Miles due East of Karoonda shaking the ground as it did so. It was described as "turning night into day" It was rare and unlike any other found, as although of the 'stony' type, it was mainly iron silicates, eventually being classified a "chondritic asiderite". ... Because of its type it shattered on impact making a crater 46 cm deep with surrounding ridge a little over one metre across, scattering fragments over a two metre diameter area. We are lucky enough to have a small fragment in the Karoonda Council Office, make sure you come in and have a look!

04.01.2022 ATTN EAST MURRAY COMMUNITY // Council is seeking interested community members to attend an onsite meeting to discuss ideas, thoughts and feedback regarding the future of the East Murray Sporting Complex. We would love to see you there!

04.01.2022 ATTN COMMUNITY MEMBERS // Summer has arrived! Expressions of interest is being sought from the Karoonda Area School for interested community members to participate in the following courses. Register your details by giving the Karoonda Area School a call on 85781120.