Clare Valley Podcast - Business reaction to Tourism Accomodation Shortage; Community Batteries, Land Management Agreements, Land Use Strategy
02/28/24 • 29 min
Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council catch-up with CEO Dr Helen Macdonald
- Minister for Planning Nick Champion visits the region to address housing shortage
- Council advised to adopt a Land Use Strategy
- Land Management Agreements – do they have power to control development?
- Council unhappy over public access rights to Clare Caravan Park waterpark
- State Government seeking locations for Community batteries
- Following land revocation, calls for more strategic approach to Phoenix Avenue land use
- Another rate review scheduled for next financial year.
Tourism Accomodation Shortage
In this episode we delve further into the tourism accommodation shortage in the Clare Valley.
In previous episodes we’ve highlighted the ongoing long term housing shortage where people are struggling to find rentals across the Clare and Gilbert Valleys. Last month, in particular, we reported how this shortage is now branching into tourism accommodation with a number of Air BNB’s pulling out of the tourism market and offering to long term renters. This is partly due to a significant worker infiltration from major projects such as the Goyder Windfarm and Battery project at Blyth. With less tourism accommodation available for tourists, what flow on effect is that having on the local tourism market?
Sally Haynes, Manager, Clare Valley Wine, Food and Tourism Centre
Ali Paulett, Paulett Wines
Greg Cooley, Greg Cooley Wines
Maggie Gunn, Clare Central Motel
Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council: https://www.claregilbertvalleys.sa.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0021/1550235/21-February-2024-PUBLIC-Ordinary-Council-Meeting-Minutes.pdf
Clare Valley Wine, Food and Tourism Centre: https://www.clarevalley.com.au/directory/clare-valley-wine-food-and-tourism-centre
Greg Cooley Wines: https://gregcooleywines.com.au/
Paulett Wines: https://www.paulettwines.com.au/
Clare Central Motel: https://www.clarevalley.com.au/directory/clare-central-motel
Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council catch-up with CEO Dr Helen Macdonald
- Minister for Planning Nick Champion visits the region to address housing shortage
- Council advised to adopt a Land Use Strategy
- Land Management Agreements – do they have power to control development?
- Council unhappy over public access rights to Clare Caravan Park waterpark
- State Government seeking locations for Community batteries
- Following land revocation, calls for more strategic approach to Phoenix Avenue land use
- Another rate review scheduled for next financial year.
Tourism Accomodation Shortage
In this episode we delve further into the tourism accommodation shortage in the Clare Valley.
In previous episodes we’ve highlighted the ongoing long term housing shortage where people are struggling to find rentals across the Clare and Gilbert Valleys. Last month, in particular, we reported how this shortage is now branching into tourism accommodation with a number of Air BNB’s pulling out of the tourism market and offering to long term renters. This is partly due to a significant worker infiltration from major projects such as the Goyder Windfarm and Battery project at Blyth. With less tourism accommodation available for tourists, what flow on effect is that having on the local tourism market?
Sally Haynes, Manager, Clare Valley Wine, Food and Tourism Centre
Ali Paulett, Paulett Wines
Greg Cooley, Greg Cooley Wines
Maggie Gunn, Clare Central Motel
Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council: https://www.claregilbertvalleys.sa.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0021/1550235/21-February-2024-PUBLIC-Ordinary-Council-Meeting-Minutes.pdf
Clare Valley Wine, Food and Tourism Centre: https://www.clarevalley.com.au/directory/clare-valley-wine-food-and-tourism-centre
Greg Cooley Wines: https://gregcooleywines.com.au/
Paulett Wines: https://www.paulettwines.com.au/
Clare Central Motel: https://www.clarevalley.com.au/directory/clare-central-motel
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Clare Valley Podcast - Rural Road Reserve Purchases, Discovery Water Park public access and fees; Cemetery Affairs, Tourist accommodation crunch
Welcome back to another year of the Clare Valley Podcast 2024
Coming up in this episode:
With several deferrals finally behind us, the budget review has been passed. We recap on the details surrounding rising operating deficits and capital budget adjustments that affect us all.
The Clare and Gilbert Valley community continues to grapple with the housing rental crunch. Councillor Bartholomeaus has received anecdotal information that 50 per cent of the region's tourism accomodation now caters for long term rentals. The implication of this local issue has never been more significant, particularly as we stare down the potential impact on beloved events like the Clare Gourmet Week.
Plus, Karen Pfitzner, Council Cemetery Administrator, joins us to provide a sensitive yet enlightening look into the evolving practices of cemetery management. From the shift towards cremation to the intricacies of interment rights, we're covering the solemn realities of honoring our departed loved ones.
Remember, our podcast is your shortcut to remaining in the loop without wading through council minutes or attending meetings in person. We value your input, so don't hesitate to share your thoughts and stay connected by following, rating, or reviewing the Clare Valley Podcast. Keep an ear out for our next episode, where we continue to bring the heartbeat of local news straight to you.
Next Episode
Clare Valley Podcast - Forensic audit; increase funding submission for CVWFT centre; DJ Sparkie 'Tony Clarke'
This podcast is proudly brought to you by the Clare and Gilbert Valleys Council.
In this episode:
Council CEO Dr Helen Macdonald discusses:
- ESCOSA glances at Council's financials
- Extension of lease and funding for the Clare Valley Wine, Food and Tourism Centre
- Update on the Clare Stormwater Management Plan
- Forensic audit to go ahead on Council's procurement activities
- Council accepts Buchanan St portion price of $32,000
- Calls to extend 50km/hr zone along Horrocks Highway
- Skywhales Tour to hit Clare Valley in 2026
Back to Tarlee Disco featuring DJ legend Sparks Disco "Tony Clarke"
Who can remember going to discos during the 70’s, 80’s and even the 90’s? They’re few and far between now, but the community of Tarlee is about to change that as they’re bringing theirs back on April 20th.
Around 300 people are converging on the lower north town to revive the atmosphere that once filled the Tarlee Institute to help raise funds for Tarlee’s Inclusive Playground Project. Heading up the entertainment is the Barossa Aussie Rock cover band, The Barking Ants and DJ legend, the front man of Spark’s Disco, Tony Clarke, a man who has been entertaining crowds on the dance floor for 46 years.
The farmer from Tarlee, is considered an absolute icon, giving back to communities near and far, helping with their fundraising efforts by providing the legendary beats for their event. In this episode, we'll be skipping down memory lane with Tony about the good old disco days.
For more information or glance at the reports from Council's latest meeting check out the latest agenda:
https://www.claregilbertvalleys.sa.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0034/1563595/20-March-2024-PUBLIC-Ordinary-Council-Agenda.pdf
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