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In September of each year, nominations open for the City of Tea Tree Gully’s Australia Day and Sportsperson of the Year awards. Winners are announced at Council’s annual Australia Day Ceremony. Contact the Customer Centre for details of the categories.
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Backyard burning on domestic premises is prohibited (ie incinerators) except in some rural areas where a permit must be obtained. At least two days notice is required.
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If you are having problems with bees on your property we advise you to contact a Bee Swarm Collector, listed under “Beekeepers” in the Yellow Pages, who will either destroy or relocate the swarm. The cost of this service varies according to the collector. Swarms will be removed from Council land.
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Available at Waterworld and the Road & Cycle Safety Centre.
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Cat cages are available for hire from Council.
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The Department of Immigration and Multicultural Affairs (DIMA) is responsible for the approval/refusal of all applications for Australian Citizenship. Applications are available from the Civic Centre or can be forwarded to you via post. Once your Citizenship has been approved, Council will arrange a Ceremony for you to attend.
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Exhibitions 8397 7402
The City of Tea Tree Gully has a display wall available in the foyer of the Library for local people to exhibit art/photography. Exhibitors are able to display their work for two weeks at no charge.
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A range of groups including recreational, social, educational and personal development meet in these facilities. For information about these and referral for any human services please contact the Neighbourhood Development Officers/Co-ordinators based at the four Centres.
The Golden Way
Greenwith 5125
Ph. 8289 9745
82 Valiant Road
Holden Hill 5088
Ph. 8369 3077
6 Sunnybrook Drive
Wynn Vale 5127
Ph. 8289 0855
6 Zanoni Crescent
Surrey Downs 5126
Ph. 8289 0758
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The City of Tea Tree Gully Community Fund was established to promote and enhance the community and cultural life of people living in the City by providing financial support in the form of small grants in the following categories:
• Community Grants
• Youth, Sports & Cultural Sponsorship
• Council Facilities Subsidy
• Golden Grove Performing Arts Centre Subsidy
• Environmental Grants.
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The Community Learning Centre provides a focal point for community learning opportunities and activities. Activities that contribute to the role and purpose of the Community Learning Centre (for example community group activities, seminars and workshops, discussion groups, interactive displays, public meetings, skills development programs, information evenings) can occur in the Centre. Fees may apply depending on the use of the facility.
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The Community Transport Service is available to serve those residents in Tea Tree Gully Community who are disadvantaged in obtaining transport to shopping centres, doctors, banks and other necessary facilities and also to provide charter transport to community groups and residents in the Tea Tree Gully Council area. It provides a fixed Route Service, interconnecting local Shopping Centres, Tuesday to Friday. This Service also gives access to the Civic Centre and Library. The Service is operated by a team of committed Volunteer drivers who have the appropriate licence qualifications and who have also undertaken additional training with the City of Tea Tree Gully and theTransport Training Centre (SA Inc.)
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Council meetings are held on the second and last Tuesday of the month commencing at 6.30pm. The public are welcome to attend. Special meetings may be called when required. Copies of the Agenda are displaced on the noticeboard adjacent to the main entrance of the Civic Centre.
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The following methods of payment are available for Council rates:
Direct Debit
Bill Express
A remission of up to 60% of Council rates (up to a maximum of $190.00) is allowed in respect of dwellings owned and occupied by pensioners who are the holder of Pensioner Concession Cards.
A remission of up to 60% of Council rates (up to a maximum of $100.00) is allowed for State Seniors Card Holders. For further information please phone RevenueSA on 1300 366 150.
The Department of Family and Community Services may assist unemployed persons with the payment of Council rates for their principal place of residence (remissions are not available on vacant land or rental properties). Please contact your nearest Department of Family and Community Service office for details.
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Council has made available “Limited Mobility Permits” for those people who have temporary limited mobility. To obtain a permit the applicant must provide a letter from their doctor stating the type of disability and the expected length of time that their mobility will be limited for. Permits are issued for a maximum of 6 months each time and may be renewed if necessary after producing another doctor’s letter. The permit is valid only for use within the City of Tea Tree Gully area and must be displayed at all times. Permanent disability permit application forms are available from the Transport SA Registration Division
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Dog Obedience Program
The City of Tea Tree Gully’s Dog Obedience Program is a community based program run by volunteers.
Obedience sessions operate every Wednesday evening, regardless of weather conditions. Classes commence at 7.00pm and last approximately 45 minutes. New member enrolments commence at 6.45pm. A current vaccination certificate is required and dogs must be at least 16 weeks of age.
The cost is $15 per year for Tea Tree Gully residents and $25 per year for non-residents.
The Program is conducted at Ashley Avenue Reserve, Ashley Avenue, Ridgehaven.
Dog Registration
All dogs aged 3 months or over must be registered with Council. Dog registrations expire on the 30 June each year and payments for registration can normally be made between 1 July and 31 August. Late fees apply for payments made after 31 August.
Some registration fee concessions do apply and certain dogs are exempt from registration fees. Written proof of desexing, microchipping and training is required when registering a dog for the first time in order to claim the concession.
You must notify Council of any changes to the dog(s) previously or currently registered to your property (ie. notify us of any dogs that have died, been sold or given away) and especially if you move address.
Lost/Found Dogs
You need to act fast if you lose your dog. Contact Council, local vet clinics, the Animal Welfare League and the RSPCA to see if anyone has reported finding your dog. You may also wish to consider letterboxing and/or doorknocking nearby properties.
If you have found a stray dog during office hours contact Council on 8397 7444 and if you have found and secured a dog out of hours, contact the Emergency After Hours Service on 8397 7415.
Dog Parks
The City of Tea Tree Gully has developed and maintains two dog parks.
Tails Trails, Ashley Avenue, Ridgehaven
Tails Trails is a dog exercise area incorporated into a natural, scenic reserve with creek and walking trail. Obstacles are provided and are suitable for novice through to advanced dogs.
Tails Trails features:
• shade
• electric barbeques
• picnic tables
• toilets
• drinking water for dogs
• poopa bags and bins
Pet Park, Bicentennial Drive, Golden Grove
Pet Park is a fully fenced area specifically for dog exercise. It has obstacles designed to accommodate novice through to advanced dogs.
Pet Park features:
• shade
• seating
• drinking water for dogs
• poopa bags and bins.
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A European Wasp is about the same size as a honeybee but is more yelllow than orange, has bright yellow legs, less body hair and holds its wings along its back. European wasps are more active during summer and autumn and are attracted to sweet and meat food smells, including sugary drinks and fruit. They will invade picnics and barbeques to find the source. Food scraps, uneaten pet food and even water can attract them.
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Council approval is required for a masonry (brick, cement, etc.) fence higher than one metre and any other kind of fence (colorbond, galvanised iron, wooden, etc.) higher than two metres or any boundary fences in the zones of GGR (Golden Grove Residential) and GGRD (Golden Grove Residential Developed).
Fences that are less than two metres in height, on a common property boundary are subject to the Fences Act. A booklet, produced by the Legal Services Commission of SA, is available by contacting Council’s Customer Service Centre. The booklet explains fences and the law, payment for fences and includes forms used to negotiate financial contributions towards fencing work.
Fences on corner allotments may require planning approval.
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8269 4500
1300 559 206
1902 283 5835
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Golden Grove Arts Centre presents a wide range of performances, entertainment and celebrations throughout the year. The Centre features a huge visual and performing arts program with something for everyone - cabaret, music, dance, opera, theatre, comedy and events. We have programs catering for all ages and all lovers of great entertainment. We are wheelchair friendly and have ample off street parking. Boasting a 317 seat performing arts theatre, exhibition gallery, meeting and function rooms, this multi-purpose venue is also available for hire.
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Service 8397 7216
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Council has a wide range of facilities available for hire. A list is available from Reception or by contacting the Customer Service Centre on the number above.
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Are you:
• a frail aged/younger person with a moderate to severe disability?
• a carer of a frail aged/younger person with a moderate to severe disability?
• isolated/lack of family support?
• at risk of premature entry to residential care?
Home and Community Care (HACC) is a joint Australian Government/State Government initiative.
The City of Tea Tree Gully HACC programs aims to assist eligible residents including residents from different cultural or linguistic backgrounds including:
• Aboriginal HACC Program
• Home Assist Program
• Lifestyle Links Program
• Respite and Carer Support Program
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The City of Tea Tree Gully Immunisation Service operates from the Civic Centre, 571 Montague Road, Modbury. All nurses are qualified and have completed University Accredited Immunisation Provider courses.
Vaccines available FREE (to some age groups) at the City of Tea Tree Gully include:
• Chicken Pox
• Diphtheria/Tetanus/Pertussis (Whooping Cough)/Polio
• Diphtheria/Tetanus/Pertussis
• Hep A
Hep B
• Hib/Hep B
• Human Papillomavirus Vaccine (HPV) - $10 service delivery fee per visit for 16-26 year olds not attending secondary school.
• Measles/Mumps/Rubella
• Meningococcal C
• Pneumococcal
• Rotavirus Vaccine
Other vaccines are available on a user pays basis and are subject to price increases without notice, some of which may include:
• Chicken Pox
• Diphtheria/Tetanus (boosters)
• Diphtheria/Tetanus/Pertussis (boosters)
• Diphtheria/Tetanus/Pertussis/Polio (boosters)
• Flu (available Autumn each year)
• Hepatitis A
• Hepatitis B
• Hepatitis A & B combined
• Meningococcal C
• Pneumococcal
Hours
Each Tuesday and Thursday
10.00am to 12.00noon
2.00pm to 4.30pm
After Hours
1st Tuesday of the Month
6.00pm to 8.00pm
4th Saturday of the Month
10.00am to 12.00noon
(except some long weekends and public holidays)
No appointment necessary.
Enquiries please phone 8397 7444
Please bring Medicare card and Immunisation Record Books/Cards. If the child is under 16 they must be accompanied by a parent/legal guardian.
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The Justice of the Peace service is available Monday to Friday between the hours of 10am and 12.30pm and 1.30pm and 4pm. The service operates from the Civic Centre foyer, 571 Montague Road, Modbury. No appointment is necessary. The JP service is available in the Library on Monday evenings.
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571 Montague Road, Modbury 5092
Telephone 8397 7333 - www.ttglibrary.sa.gov.au
Hours
Monday 10.00am to 8.00pm
Tuesday 10.00am to 5.00pm
Wednesday 10.00am to 8.00pm
Thursday 10.00am to 5.00pm
Friday 10.00am to 5.00pm
Saturday 10.00am to 5.00pm
Sunday 1.00pm to 5.00pm
The City of Tea Tree Gully Library offers a range of services including:
• Reference and information services
• Collections
• Laser printing and photocopying
• Local history
• Family history/genealogy
• Tea Tree Gully & District Local Historical Society
• Computer and internet access
• Internet access and training
• Library access services
• Library tours
• Storytime
• Childrens and youth services
• Online catalogue
• Information evenings
For further information please ask one of our friendly staff at the Library or call us on 8397 7333.
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The City of Tea Tree Gully does not control millipedes on residents’ or other private property. All landowners and residents need to undertake their own measures to reduce the infestation of millipedes. An information pamphlet on how to control millipedes can be obtained by contacting Council on the number above.
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Mosquitoes breed in still (fresh and salt) water and one small pool may produce thousands of mosquitoes. A pamphlet detailing various ways of preventing mosquito breeding is available from the Council office, Information Booth located at Tea Tree Plaza or can be posted.
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Sharps disposal containers are available for puchase from the Civic Centre. Containers may be disposed of at Modbury Hospital and information on this service can be obtained by calling the above number.
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A booklet, produced by the Community Mediation Service of SA, is available which outlines the law relating to tree problems between private neighbours and suggests some practical ways in which problems may be avoided. This booklet can be collected from the Civic Centre or you can arrange to have a copy posted to you by contacting the City of Tea Tree Gully on the number above.
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As a guide, lawnmowers etc. should only be used between the hours of 8am to 8pm Monday to Saturday and 9am to 8pm Sunday. Further information or clarification on noise issues can be obtained by contacting the Environment Protection Authority.
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The City of Tea Tree Gully offers a free baiting service to residents for rats in roofs - contact the Hotline number above. If you decide to tackle the rats with your own baiting program, read the label on the product and follow the manufactuers instructions at all times.
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Council’s recreation facilities include:
• Burragah Recreation Centre catering for a wide range of indoor sports. The Centre is home to indoor soccer competitions for men and women of all ages;
• The Golden Grove Recreation Centre which boasts excellent facilities and is the premier indoor sports centre in Adelaide’s north eastern suburbs;
• Turramurra Recreation Centre - a great place to play in one of our junior or senior netball or basketball competitions. We also have excellent squash courts;
• Waterworld Aquatic Centre has an extensive range of facilities and activities available. Have a birthday party at the pool!
All three Recreation Centres plus Waterworld provide a wide range of programs from indoor sports to outdoor opportunities as well as catering for youth and the aged. All facilities are wheelchair friendly and offer ample off-street parking. To learn more about the programs offered call
• Burragah - 8397 7434
• Golden Grove - 8397 7429
• Turramurra - 8397 7433
• Waterworld - 8397 7439
or visit www.teatreegully.sa.gov.au
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The Centre, supported by the Kiwanis Club of Tea Tree Gully, provides quality instruction in basic road law, road safety awareness and practice in cycling skills. The ‘Careful Kids’ program is a structured 3-stage program held on Saturday afternoons for students aged 5-8 years. The ‘Bikeways’ session is for children aged 9-12 years and includes road riding. Holiday sessions are held at the end of each term for students aged 5-12 years. The Road & Cycle Safety Centre also conducts lessons for school class groups, pre-school to Year 7.
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4500 properties in the City of Tea Tree Gully are not connected to the SA Water sewerage system. These properties have a septic tank system that is connected to a Community Waste Water Management drain. Council is responsible for maintaining this drain, for example clearing blockages or repairs/replacement of the drain. The home owner is responsible for maintaining the household drains, for clearing blockages in the household drains and maintaining the septic tank. If you are not sure whether you have a septic tank system or you would like information on the location of your tank, connection points, pumping out or how to care for your tank please call the Customer Service Centre on the number above.
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The City of Tea Tree Gully and the Modbury Public Hospital provide a service to residents for the disposal of sharps (needles, syringes, lancets). Sharps containers can be purchased from Council.
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Any tree in metropolitan Adelaide which has a trunk circumference of 2.0m (single) or more or an average circumference of 624mm or more (multiple) when measured at a point 1.0 metres above the natural ground level is considered a significant tree. Any proposed tree damaging activity, which may occur above or below ground level (ie. killing or destruction; removal; severing branches, limbs, stems or trunk; ring barking, topping, lopping, etc.) to a significant tree requires development approval.
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Volunteers are an integral core of today’s society and as such play an important role in the provision of community services in the City of Tea Tree Gully. Exciting opportunities are available for those persons looking for satisfaction, personal development, new skills, social contact, challenge and fun by registering in the City of Tea Tree Gully volunteer program. Volunteers are supported by Council’s various policies, eg. personal accident insurance and appropriate mileage reimbursement.
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Split Garbage/Recycling Bin
Council provides a split garbage/recycling bin to be used for all general waste and recyclables. All recyclables are to be placed in the left hand compartment of your split bin, whilst general rubbish is to be placed in the right hand compartment.
Your split bin is serviced weekly.
Environmental Care Sunday
The service is available on the second and last Sunday of each month from St. Agnes Recreation Park, Smart Road, St. Agnes (next to bus stop 45) between the hours of 10.00am and 2.00pm. Facilities are available for the FREE disposal of:
• compostable garden products - prunings and branches up to 20cm in diameter, lawn cuttings, leaves, etc. - NO STUMPS PLEASE
• engine oil - 20L maximum
• metals - any metal items including copper and alloy
• plastic ice cream containers
• unbroken plastic flower pots
• lead acid batteries from motor vehicles.
At cost facilities are available for the disposal of:
• fridges, freezers and airconditioners (degassing fee applies)
• tyres (disposal fee depends on the size of the tyre).
The service is for City of Tea Tree Gully residents only and current proof of residency is required (ie drivers’ licence, rates notice or utilities bill). No trucks please. The service is unavailable when the forecast temperature is over 38oC or whenever the Supervisor deems the site unsafe.
For further information contact the Customer Service Centre on 8397 7444.
Hard Refuse Recycling and Collection Service
The hard refuse recycling and collection service involves actually booking a collection with Council’s contractor. Collections are available for:
• garden prunings
• metal items (ie. whitegoods, iron, copper, alloys)
• general hard waste (ie. furniture, mattresses, timber)
• fridges (must be degassed and doors removed).
The operator will record the booking and advise you the date of collection. They will also explain the kinds of material that are removed in each collection as well as presentation requirements. Materials must be put out on the kerb by the evening prior to collection.
The maximum collection size is 2 cubic metres and 25kg. Garden prunings must be bundled to a maximum of 30cm diameter and must be no longer than 2 metres.
The following materials are NOT collected by this service:
• bricks, dirt, rocks and concrete
• lawn clippings
• tyres
• asbestos
• gas bottles
• liquids (including paint and oil)
• hazardous waste (medical, chemical, ammunition, explosives)
• plastic bags of material.
To book a collection call the Wasteline on 1300 599 206.
Green Organics Collection
240L MGB’s are used for the Green Organics Collection - collected every 4 weeks on the same day as your Split garbage/recycling bin. All material collected will be processed into mulch.
Your green organics bin is for:
• leaves
• prunings
• lawn clippings and weeds with excess soil removed.
Please do not place tree stumps or branches with a diameter greater than 15cm, foodscraps and peelings, ivy, plastic bags, other plastics, building materials (rocks, soil, stones, bricks) or garden soil into your Green Organics Bin.
For further information and to book a collection date please contact the Wasteline on 1300 559 206.
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