After much anticipation, the new Wattle Range Council Service Centre is officially open for business and ready to welcome the community for guided tours on Sunday 20 July, from 10 am to 2 pm.

Completed ahead of schedule and within budget, the purpose-built facility is now the Council’s principal office from 30 June, following formal nomination at the May Council Meeting.

Council staff began transitioning into the new space in mid-June, and the first Council Meeting to be held in the new Council Chamber will take place on 8 July 2025.

“This building brings all of our teams under one roof so we can serve the community more efficiently and effectively,” said Wattle Range Council Chief Executive Officer, Ben Gower.

“It also reflects our commitment to sustainability, local investment, and long-term planning.”

Designed with energy efficiency in mind, the facility features rainwater capture systems and Council are now investigating options for solar panels and an EV charging station—made possible through prudent project management and a budget surplus.

The building incorporates locally sourced materials showcasing the best the region has to offer from local limestone in the curved feature in the Council Chamber pillars and planter boxes.

Local timber and structural beams are prominent in the design and have been sourced from the Tarpeena timber mill.

Council invites residents to take a guided tour of the new building at the Community Open Day on Sunday 20 July.

The Open Day will include guided tours and a complimentary BBQ cooked by the Elected Members and Council staff.

“I welcome the community to come along to our Open Day and explore the new Service Centre,” said Mr Gower.

For further information on this release please contact:

Ben Gower, Chief Executive Officer

Email:  council@wattlerange.sa.gov.au
Telephone: (08) 8733 0900