Council | City of Holdfast Bay

How we are responding to COVID-19 (coronavirus)

Council's Role

The City of Holdfast Bay has responsibilities under various legislation including but not limited to the Planning, Development and Infrastructure Act, South Australia Public Health Act, Dog and Cat Management Act, etc. The council also has the power to make its own by-laws.

About Council Meetings

The Mayor and Elected Members attend and participate in the decision-making process at council meetings. Decisions made at a formal council meeting provide the direction and authority for the ongoing operation of the Council. Members of the public can participate through petitions and deputations.

Careers

Our people are fundamental to our success as an innovative and progressive Council. We provide a diverse range of services to the Holdfast Bay community, employment opportunities can include Professional, Administration, Planning, Community Services to Aged Care.

Elected Members

The Elected Members for The City of Holdfast Bay Council.

Wards

The City of Holdfast Bay consists of four Wards, Glenelg, Somerton, Brighton and Seacliff. Each Ward is represented by three Ward Councillors

Council Committees and Information or Briefing Sessions

We actively encourage members of our community to attend Council Committee meetings. On some occasions, meetings are closed when topics of a confidential nature are being discussed.

Elections

Councils are part of the democratic framework of Australia. The community elects its Council Members every four years and the next general election happens in 2022. Council elections are the biggest single voluntary civic participation activity in the state.

Council Documents

The publications that inform Council’s strategic directions and objectives. These documents are regularly reviewed and updated as required by legislation or in response to changes and community expectations.

Achievements

Read about the City of Holdfast Bay's highlights, achievements, and news over the last year.

Council Rates

All land within a council area (except for land specifically exempt as prescribed in the Local Government Act 1999) is rate-able.

CEO's Message

Holdfast Bay has everything on offer, including 11km of Adelaide’s best, most accessible beaches

Community Engagement

Your Holdfast is an easy and convenient way to share your views – any time, day or night – on the issues that shape our city.

Council Meetings - Agenda, Reports and Minutes

All council decisions are made at council meetings or through them. They are either made at the meeting or under delegated authority to others.

News

All the latest news from the City of Holdfast Bay Council

Our People

City of Holdfast Bay organisational chart

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Latest Information

With the current news and situation evolving with Coronavirus (COVID-19), the City of Holdfast Bay is closely monitoring the latest information from Federal and State governments and are working to manage the impact to our people and community.

Your Holdfast - Projects & Engagements

Latest updates and information on council's projects