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Public Consultation
Lease Agreement
Deakin Court - Hospital Road, Quorn

BACKGROUND

In 1983, The Flinders Ranges Council (Council) entered into an agreement with the SA Housing Trust (SAHT) for the long-term lease of the land situated on Hospital Road, Quorn (CR5756/629) for the construction of “cottage flats” for the elderly, now known as ‘Deakin Court’.

The original lease was for the construction of six (6) flats with the agreement amended in 1984 to allow for the construction of an additional six (6) flats, being 12 in total. The lease was for a period of 21 years with the agreement renegotiated in 2004 for a further 21-year period.

As per Section 202(4) of the Local Government Act 1999, the maximum term for a lease of land is 42 years. Therefore, in order to prepare a new lease, Council is required to undertake a community consultation process to seek feedback.

CONSULTATION SUMMARY

As per its Community Engagement Policy, Council is seeking submissions from members of the public as follows:

• Any comments or feedback in relation to the preparation of a new lease between Council and SAHT for the land situated at Hospital Road, Quorn, known as “Deakin Court”.
• The new lease will be for a period of 21 years, with a further 21 years extension available.

All submissions on the above are to be received in writing by 9am on Wednesday 9 September 2026 and should be addressed to the Chief Executive Officer, The Flinders Ranges Council:

• at PO Box 43, Quorn SA 5433; or
• emailed to ceo@frc.sa.gov.au;  or
• delivered in person at 1 Seventh Street, Quorn.

For enquiries or further information please contact the Chief Executive Officer.

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Public Consultation
Communication Boards

BACKGROUND

Flinders Ranges Council is seeking community input into the potential installation of communication boards at the Thompson Memorial Playground and the playground at the Quorn Community Oval.

Council is also keen to hear from residents, families and community groups to help inform accessibility and inclusion initiatives throughout our region.

A communication board is a visual tool that supports people who may have difficulty communicating through speech. It can use pictures, symbols and words to help children and adults express their needs, make choices and participate more independently in play and community activities.

The Flinders Ranges is home to our local communities and is also a destination for visitors from across South Australia, interstate and overseas.

Improving accessibility across our townships benefits local residents while also helping ensure that visitors of all abilities can participate, communicate and enjoy our communities.

Accessible public spaces contribute to a more welcoming visitor experience and help make the Flinders Ranges a region where everyone can feel included.

Building on the work already happening in Hawker.

A community group in Hawker has secured support and funding through the Hawker Craft Mart to install a communication board in Blue Burt Park. This is an exciting initiative for the Hawker community and provides an opportunity to share knowledge and experience as we consider similar accessibility initiatives across the Council and congratulations goes to Amy Hatch on driving this initiative.

By working together, we can learn from each community and develop approaches that are practical, inclusive and responsive to the people who use our spaces.

CONSULTATION SUMMARY

Council is particularly keen to hear from people with lived experience of disability, communication difficulties or accessibility barriers, as well as parents, carers, families, educators, support workers and people who regularly use our playgrounds and public spaces.

We are also looking to establish a Community Consultation Group to work alongside Council and provide guidance throughout the process. The group will help ensure that future projects reflect genuine community needs and incorporate practical advice about inclusion, accessibility, positioning, height, design and usability.

Your experience matters. The people who use our public spaces are best placed to help Council understand what will make them more accessible, useful and welcoming.

Community consultation will help determine:

• What should be included on the communication boards.
• The words, symbols, pictures and communication options that would be most useful.
• The appropriate height and accessibility of the boards for a range of users.
• The best location and positioning within the playground areas.
• Any other accessibility or inclusion considerations that should be incorporated into the design.
• How communication boards and other accessibility initiatives could be incorporated into public spaces across Quorn, Hawker and Cradock.

If you would like to provide feedback or be involved in the Community Consultation Group, please contact Flinders Ranges Council by phone on 08 8620 0500, email at council@frc.sa.gov.au or call into the administration office at 1 Seventh Street, Quorn by 5.00pm 30 September 2026.