PUBLIC CONSULTATION - OPEN
Draft Order Making Policy
Consultation Period: Wednesday 2nd September 2026 - Wednesday 23rd September 2026 (21 Days)
The District Council of Peterborough is seeking community feedback on its Draft Order Making Policy.
The Draft Order Making Policy has been prepared pursuant to Section 259 of the Local Government Act 1999 and outlines Council's approach to the use of its order-making powers.
Council invites residents, ratepayers and interested members of the community to review the Draft Policy and provide feedback during the consultation period.
View the Draft Policy
- The Draft Order Making Policy is available to view here; or,
- In person at the District Council of Peterborough Office, 2 Telford Avenue, Peterborough
Have Your Say
Post to Chief Executive Officer, District Council of Peterborough, PO Box 121, Peterborough SA 5422
All submissions must be received by 5:00pm Wednesday, 23 September 2026.
Council encourages members of the community to review the Draft Policy and provide their comments before the consultation period closes.
For further information, please contact the Council on 08 8651 3566
PUBLIC CONSULTATION - CLOSED
Council By-Laws
Consultation Period: Wednesday 3rd June 2026 - Thursday 25th June 2026 (21 Days)
The District Council of Peterborough invites community feedback on the draft Permits and Penalties By-Law, Movable Signs By-Law, Roads By-Law, Local Government Land By-Law, Dogs By-Law, and Cats By-Law.
The draft documents have been prepared in accordance with the requirements of Section 249(1) and 132 of the Local Government Act 1999.
Copies of the By-Laws can be accessed via the following links:
Invitations for Submissions
Post to Chief Executive Officer, District Council of Peterborough, PO Box 121, Peterborough SA 5422
For further information, please contact the Council on 08 8651 3566
Community Engagement Policy and Community Engagement Charter
Consultation Period: Wednesday 27 May 2026 - Wednesday 17 June 2026 (21 days)
The District Council of Peterborough invites community feedback on the draft Community Engagement Policy and Community Engagement Charter
The draft documents have been prepared in accordance with the requirements of the Local Government Act 1999 and outline how Council will undertake community engagement and public consultation on matters affecting the community.
Invitations for Submissions
Post to Chief Executive Officer, District Council of Peterborough, PO Box 121, Peterborough SA 5422
For further information, please contact the Council on 08 8651 3566
Road and Public Place Name Policy
Consultation Period: Wednesday, 24 June 2026 - 5.00pm, Wednesday, 15 July 2026 (21 Days)
The District Council of Peterborough is inviting community feedback on its draft Road and Public Place Name Policy.
The policy provides a framework for the naming and renaming of roads, private roads and public places throughout the Council area. It outlines the principles and procedures used when selecting names, helping to ensure consistency, support emergency services, recognise local history and heritage, and comply with legislative requirements.
As part of Council's ongoing policy review program, the policy has been updated to ensure it remains current and compliant with the requirements of the Local Government Act 1999.
Community members are encouraged to review the draft policy and provide feedback.
Invitations for Submissions
Submissions can be made:
- By email to council@peterborough.sa.gov.au
- By post to PO Box 121, Peterborough SA 5422
- In person at the Council Office
The draft policy can be viewed below or at the Council Office during business hours.
Road and Public Place Name Policy
All submissions received during the consultation period will be considered before the policy is presented to Council for adoption.
For further information, please contact Council on (08) 8651 3566.
Draft Annual Business Plan & Budget 2026/2027 Public Consultation
Published 25 June 2026
The District Council of Peterborough advises that public consultation for the Draft Annual Business Plan & Budget 2026/2027 will commence on Friday, 26 June 2026 and conclude at 5:00pm on Friday, 17 July 2026.
Council invites feedback from residents, ratepayers, businesses, community groups and other interested persons on the Draft Annual Business Plan and Budget. Community input plays an important role in shaping Council's priorities, services, projects and financial planning for the coming year.
Community Information Sessions
To provide the community with an opportunity to learn more about the Draft Annual Business Plan and Budget and ask questions, Council will hold two public consultation meetings at the:
Senior Citizens Hall, Peterborough
Community Information Session 1
Tuesday, 30 June 2026
10:00am
Community Information Session 2
Tuesday, 30 June 2026
7:30pm
Registration of attendance is encouraged to assist Council in ensuring the venue meets the needs of participants.
To facilitate an orderly and productive discussion, community members are requested to submit questions in writing by 5:00pm Monday, 29 June 2026.
Questions will be prioritised and addressed during the meetings. If time permits, additional questions may be accepted from attendees; however, these must also be submitted in writing before being read aloud.
Council Administration staff will read all questions and direct them to the appropriate person for response.
Questions must:
- Relate directly to the Draft Annual Business Plan and Budget;
- Be respectful and appropriate in nature;
- Not be offensive, defamatory or inappropriate;
- Not be repetitive of previously submitted questions;
- Not relate to confidential matters that cannot be discussed publicly.
Council Administration will determine whether a question is appropriate for consideration.
The Mayor, as Chairperson, reserves the right to suspend, defer or cancel the meeting at any time if considered necessary.
Accessing the Draft Annual Business Plan & Budget
Copies of the Draft Annual Business Plan & Budget 2026/2027 are available:
- On the link below:
Draft Annual Business Plan & Budget 2026/2027
- At the Council Administration Office during business hours
Written Submissions
Written submissions are invited and may be lodged by:
Post
District Council of Peterborough
PO Box 121
Peterborough SA 5422
Email
council@peterborough.sa.gov.au
All written submissions must be received by 5:00pm on Friday, 17 July 2026.
Opportunity to Make a Verbal Submission
Members of the public will have the opportunity to make a verbal submission regarding the Draft Annual Business Plan and Budget at a Special Council Meeting to be held on:
Special Council Meeting – Community Feedback
Wednesday, 22 July 2026
7:00pm – 8:00pm
This meeting will provide an opportunity for members of the public to speak to their written submissions and present their views directly to Council prior to Council considering the final adoption of the budget.
Adoption of the Annual Business Plan & Budget
Council intends to consider adoption of the Annual Business Plan and Budget 2026/2027 at a Special Council Meeting to be held on:
Special Council Meeting – Budget Adoption
Wednesday, 29 July 2026
Council values community participation and encourages all interested persons to review the Draft Annual Business Plan and Budget and provide feedback to help shape the future direction of the District Council of Peterborough.