Community Feedback on the draft Representation Review Report and proposed ward boundary realignment

A recent survey gathered feedback from electors regarding the review of Councils composition and structure.

The survey included a draft Representation Review Report and a map detailing the proposed realignment of ward boundaries, for comment.

Thirty two submissions were made through the Your Say Onkaparinga page and one submission was received via email. In total, twenty four (75%) of submissions were in support of the proposed structure and composition.

Of the sixteen participants, that provided feedback, eleven supported the structure and composition as proposed. One supported some elements however proposed changes.

Four participants did not support the structure and composition,

Here’s a summary of their views:

• Inclusion of the suburb of O’Halloran Hill in Pimpala Ward (not Thalassa as proposed).
• Concern that the suburbs of O’Halloran Hill and Darlington will be forgotten about being on the outer edge of Thalassa Ward.
• Council should not be divided into wards. Without wards, voters are not restricted in supporting their preferred Councillor.
• As suburbs grow it is essential to change ward boundaries to represent fairly.

Of the sixteen participants that did not leave feedback, thirteen were in favour of the proposed composition and structure, two had nothing to say and one did not like the proposed composition and structure.

Council will consider the feedback received and the draft Representation Review Report at the Council meeting on 10 December 2024.

To view the Council meeting agendas and minutes visit City of Onkaparinga (onkaparingacity.com)