Tim Froling

Stellar Year for Spencer Gulf Cities

As 2019 draws to a close, the Spencer Gulf Cities Association has reflected on its achievements as it prepares for the year ahead. Chair, Mayor Leon Stephens said the Upper Spencer Gulf region has taken a huge step forward in recent times and the tri-city alliance between Port Augusta, Whyalla and Port Pirie remains a…

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Strong Upper Spencer Gulf Presence at National Summit

Representatives from the Whyalla, Port Pirie and Port Augusta Councils have been continuing to push for change to Government policy, with the cities strongly represented at a national summit hosted by the Regional Australia Institute in Canberra. Over 250 delegates participated in the inaugural “Regions Rising” summit, which included presentations from the Deputy Prime Minister,…

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Upper Spencer Gulf Mayors Canberra Bound

Following the release of their five priorities for the Upper Spencer Gulf in late March, a delegation from Whyalla, Port Pirie and Port Augusta Councils have been in Canberra pushing for a commitment from political parties, Ministers and South Australian Senators for: A skilled migration and decentralisation programme tailored to meet the specific needs of…

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Loss of flagship solar thermal project leaves region reeling

Upper Spencer Gulf leaders are reeling from the news that the flagship ‘Aurora’ concentrated solar thermal project will not proceed. Reports broke on Friday that the $650 million project planned for Port Augusta has been unable to secure commercial finance. The news follows the release of the Upper Spencer Gulf Federal Election priorities in late…

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Spencer Gulf Cities Tackle Planning and Coast

Representatives of the Spencer Gulf Cities held their recent meeting in Port Augusta, with issues around development planning, public health, coastal management and meeting with key representatives of the new Liberal State Government all up for discussion. Meeting Chair, Port Pirie Mayor John Rohde said the three Councils are continuing to progress a number of…

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