For many thousands of years the Kaurna people have been the Traditional Custodians of Adelaide and the Adelaide Plains, including the land that is now the Town of Gawler. Kaurna people, both past and present, have a strong connection to Gawler and its many areas of significance. This strong spiritual relationship to Country, their cultural and heritage beliefs are still just as important to the living Kaurna people today.

Following European Settlement, the Town of Gawler became South Australia’s first regional settlement. Gawler and Adelaide are the only two South Australian settlements that were surveyed by Colonel William Light.

The Gawler community recognises and highly values this cultural heritage. Gawler’s community remains steadfast in its desire to protect and reinforce its unique character.

Council Members

The community elects their Council Members every four years and the next general elections happen in 2026. With nearly 34% of the Town of Gawler voting in 2022, Council elections are the biggest single voluntary civic participation activity in the State.

Council Members

Mayor Karen Redman T: 08 8522 9294 mayor@gawler.sa.gov.au
Deputy Mayor Cody Davies M: 0498 145 667 cr.davies@gawler.sa.gov.au
Cr Nathan Shanks M: 0447 680 779 cr.shanks@gawler.sa.gov.au	Cr Helen Hennessy M: 0413 331 004 cr.hennessy@gawler.sa.gov.au	Cr David Hughes M: 08 8522 3176 cr.hughes@gawler.sa.gov.au
Cr Paul Koch M: 0431 866 586 cr.koch@gawler.sa.gov.au	Cr Mick Launer M: 0423 085 800 cr.launer@gawler.sa.gov.au	Cr Isaac Solomon M: 0466 221 918 cr.solomon@gawler.sa.gov.au
Cr Brian Sambell M: 0417 826 560 cr.sambell@gawler.sa.gov.au	Cr Jim Vallelonga M: 0422 924 329 cr.vallelonga@gawler.sa.gov.au	Cr Ethan White M: 0458 141 941 cr.white@gawler.sa.gov.au

Council meetings

The Town of Gawler Council meets at least once per month in the Chamber in the Gawler Civic Centre, 89-91 Murray Street, Gawler. Meetings are held on the first Tuesday of each month from 7:00pm and are open to the public.

Council Diary

How to become a Councillor?

The Mayor and Councillors are elected by the local community. Local Government elections are held every four years and are next scheduled for 2026

Visit our Council Rates section for services and information including:

• How to pay your rates
• Email rate notices
• Rates and concessions
• How rates are calculated

You can make a payment online at our secure e-services website.

You can use e-services to make the following payments:

• Council rates
• Parking expiation (expiations issued are available for online payment the next business day after issue)
• Dog expiation
• Invoices

Alternatively you can make a payment by post or in person. If you are paying your Council rates, you have some additional payment options.

Online Payments

Citizenship Ceremonies

Council hosts citizenship ceremonies on behalf of the Department of Immigration and Citizenship. To find out more about applying for Australian citizenship: citizenship.gov.au

The Town of Gawler conducts conferral ceremonies for approved Australian Citizenship applicants residing in the council area.

Ceremonies are arranged when the Council is advised by the Department of Home Affairs that there are applicants available for conferral in the council area. The Town of Gawler also holds public Citizenship Ceremonies each year on Australia Day (26 January) and on other occasions.

Our Waste & Recycling section includes the following services and information:

• Bin collection and services
• Hard waste and e-waste bookings
• Online waste and recycling guide
• Australasian Recycling Labels
• Hazardous waste disposal
• Asbestos awareness

Our Animal Management section includes the following services and information:

Dog and Cat Information

• Microchipping
• Desexing
• Breeding
• Registrations
• Disputes and Barking Dogs

Animal and Pest Control

• Possum and Feral Cat Traps
• Rodents
• Pigeons & Corellas
• Bees and Wasps
• Baits

Visit our libraries section to:

• Access library catalogue
• Check locations and hours
• Become a library member
• Book activities and programs
• Access library services from home

Visit Gawler Libraries Page

Visit our Civic Centre section to:

• Discover the Cultural Heritage Centre
• Book function venues and meeting rooms
• Find out about our Youth Space
• Find out about working from our Business Innovation Hub

Visit Civic Centre Page

Maintaining both a fit mind and a healthy body yields a multitude of benefits that enhance every aspect of our lives. By prioritising both physical and mental well-being, we empower ourselves to lead fuller, more vibrant lives.

These spaces not only encourage active lifestyles but also serve as the heart of our community. Let's continue to embrace and utilise these great assets.

Visit our Sports & Recreation pages to find out more about:

• Gawler Aquatic Centre
• Gawler Sports and Community Centre
• Skate and BMX Park
• Parks and Playgrounds
• Bicycle Hire

The Gawler community thrives on enriching activities for families, with a vibrant Children's Library offering interactive storytelling and creative workshops.

Families cherish shared moments through picnics in local parks, fostering bonds. Gawler also prioritises health, providing accessible immunisation services for children's well-being. Nearby, esteemed local schools ensure quality education.

Visit the below pages to find out about services and activities including:

• Children's library activities
• Family activities
• Immunisation services
• Local schools

Gawler's business landscape is dynamic and diverse, ranging from quaint boutiques to thriving enterprises. The town fosters entrepreneurship, with supportive networks and access to markets. Its strategic location attracts ventures seeking both community engagement and commercial success, making Gawler a hub of economic vitality and innovation.

Visit the Gawler Business Development Group website for:

• Local business directory
• Business and public events
• Local business news
• Parking in Gawler

Volunteers play an important role in our community. They contribute their time, skills and enthusiasm to the benefit of both our Council based programs as well as many other local community based volunteer programs.

Visit our volunteering page for:

• Council volunteering opportunities
• Community volunteering opportunities