Hello Everyone,
Please find attached Council Watch’s latest special report examining the recent City of Victor Harbor Council debate regarding the proposed investigation into shared back-office administrative services across the Fleurieu councils.
To view the videos of the deputation and debate use the following links:
Alexandrina: https://youtu.be/_r5nWqqAFvE
Victor Harbor: https://youtu.be/YkTSQzGel3s
The report analyses:
- why Victor Harbor rejected the original motion,
- why Alexandrina and Yankalilla supported further investigation,
- the alternative motion later adopted by Victor Harbor,
- and the broader implications for future regional governance, administrative efficiency and ratepayer costs.
The issue has now developed into a much larger public discussion about:
- accountability,
- duplication of administration,
- financial sustainability,
- and whether councils are placing sufficient focus on internal savings before seeking additional revenue from ratepayers.
We encourage members to read the report carefully and share it with residents interested in the future direction of local government across the Fleurieu Peninsula.
As always, Council Watch remains committed to promoting transparency, accountability and informed public discussion.
Council Watch Victor Harbor 