Welcome to the Tumby Bay District Council Podcast—your go-to source for the latest news and events in the Tumby Bay District area. In this special episode, we reflect on a busy period for Council and the community. We begin by thanking outgoing Relieving CEO Mark McShane for his dedicated work on procedures and planning, and extend a warm welcome to new CEO Darren Keenan, who is eager to connect with staff and residents. Mayor Sam’s recent motion to strengthen collaboration on jetty management was nearly unanimously supported by other Councils, and we celebrate local resident Danica Gates for being named South Australia’s Volunteer of the Year.

In other Council news, dredging work at the Tumby Bay Marina has been successfully completed, improving navigation channels ahead of future work at the Port Neill Boat Ramp planned for May–June 2025. A rabbit control program at Lipson Cove also wrapped up, and the Parks and Gardens Team is looking forward to planting native tube stock to further enhance local campgrounds. We welcome newly elected Councillor Bruce Bayly to the team, as we gear up for upcoming projects—including budget preparations. Plus, mark your calendars for author Angie Casanova’s Story Time event, an important discussion on aged care services, and the Women’s Wellness and Wellbeing Expo happening in October.

For book lovers and library enthusiasts: a brand-new monthly Port Neill Book Club launches on June 26, 2024, at the Port Neill Hotel from 7:30pm to 8:30pm—just bring along your current read for a lively discussion facilitated by Enhance. The Tumby Bay School Community Library has also introduced a free doorstep book delivery service for residents within the township—call 8688 2471 to arrange. If you have local stories or photos to share, email them to dctumby@tumbybay.sa.gov.au by the second Thursday of the month. And don’t miss the Little Bang Discovery Club, a fun-filled science program for ages three to five, coming in Term 3. For more details, call 8688 2471.

Thank you for tuning in, and we hope these updates inspire you to get involved in our vibrant Tumby Bay community. Enjoy the episode, and we look forward to bringing you more Council news and stories next time!