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The 2018 Youth Week program from 13 to 22 April will showcase eight unique events held in the City of Mount Gambier and the District Council of Grant including movie nights, live music, workshops and challenges. This year’s theme is ‘Your Future – Your Way’. Read full article

Mount Gambier came alive during the Fringe Festival, 24 March – 2 April 2018 as 12,000 people flocked to various shows and performances, including the Liftoff Party and Showcase event. The party centred around the Cave Garden which was filled with locals and visitors who were keen to celebrate arts, culture, music and great food. Read full article

The City of Mount Gambier is pleased to introduce new Library Manager Georgina Davison. With 26 years’ experience in public libraries in Queensland and the Northern Territory, Georgina is looking forward to getting to know the local community and leading the team renowned for delivering high quality library services. Read full article

The City of Mount Gambier resolved to allocate $30,000 from its budget to prepare documentation for a proposed multifunctional indoor recreation and aquatic centre at its monthly meeting last night. Planning will include the revision of a feasibility study and concept plans, facility management options and a ratepayer impact report, including initial engagement with various stakeholder groups. Read full article

​City of Mount Gambier outdoor staff are removing the remains of a large fallen Claret Ash tree in the Cave Garden this morning. The 70 year old tree was 20 metres high and succumbed to wind gusts of more than 70 kilometres an hour on Sunday morning following a storm that hit the city on Saturday night. Read full article

The Cave Garden and surrounding venues are set to come alive next weekend as the Fringe in Mount Gambier program heats up on Friday 24 and Saturday 25 March. A huge array of local and interstate talent forms part of the festival that has been curated by local musician Louise Adams, local artist Mark de Nys and internationally renowned choreographer Lewis Major. Read full article

​The City of Mount Gambier is undertaking public consultation on five proposed By-Laws to replace existing By-Laws which will expire on 1 January 2019. By-Laws enable Council to regulate activities within the Council area that are not specifically addressed by other legislative and regulatory provisions. Read full article

To celebrate Earth Hour, the lights will be switched off at the Main Corner, City Hall, Library, Vansittart Park, Lady Nelson Brig, the Railway Lands and the Centenary Tower between 8:30pm and 9:30pm on Saturday 24 March, 2018. In the lead up to the largest global conservation movement for the environment, Council will host Earth Hour inspired events at the Library and the Main Corner. Read full article

Ahead of the eNVIsion Incubator, New Venture Institute is bringing the long-running Entrepreneurs in Conversation series to Mount Gambier with a selection of Limestone Coast locals that capture the essence of innovation and entrepreneurship within the region. Hear Louise Nobes, Dru Reschke and Ashlee Kalantarian discuss their successes, failures and top tips in navigating the startup journey. Read full article

Mount Gambier Mayor Mayor Andrew Lee hosted a morning tea for the Consul-General of the People's Republic of China to Adelaide Mr Cai Siping and invited guests at the Civic Centre this morning. Mayor Lee invited Mr Siping and his wife, Consul Ms Tan Yuan to Mount Gambier for their first visit to experience local tourism attractions, such as the Blue Lake, Mount Gambier Library, the Main Corner and the Railway Lands and to discuss opportunities to work together to further promote agriculture and trade and further strengthen ties between China and the region. Read full article