Dear Members,
Please find attached the latest Council Watch Fleurieu Inc. Newsletter — April 2026.
This edition provides a detailed examination of the recent City of Victor Harbor Council decision regarding the stamp duty exemption motion, the subsequent attempt to reverse that decision, and the broader governance, legal, and community implications arising from those events.
Overview
In this newsletter, Council Watch outlines:
The sequence of events surrounding the February motion and March reconsideration
Key governance concerns, including process, advice, and decision-making standards
Questions regarding the use of “revocation” versus proper legislative mechanisms
The impact of the decision on community confidence and public perception
Analysis of the policy itself and its practical implications for Victor Harbor residents
Observations on leadership, accountability, and the roles played within the chamber
The newsletter also includes links to the full, unedited video recordings of both council meetings, allowing members to independently review the proceedings and form their own conclusions.
Council Watch remains committed to providing factual, transparent and considered oversight in the public interest.
We encourage all members to read the newsletter in full and share it with others in the community.
Should you have any feedback or wish to become more involved, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Kind regards,
Terry Andrews
Chair — Council Watch Fleurieu Inc.
Email: councilwatch44@gmail.com
Web: https://councilwatchvictorharbor.com/
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