Port Augusta is a regional city, located on the calm waters of the Spencer Gulf, at the foothills of the magnificent Flinders Ranges.
12/01/2026
📱 Did you know?
The My Local Services app makes it easy to stay connected with what’s happening in your community.
With the app, you can:
✔️ Personalise content so you only see updates from your local council
🗑️ Set up handy weekly bin reminders
📅 Discover what’s on in your local area
📍 Find nearby community centres, libraries, playgrounds, public toilets and council buildings
🛠️ Report issues like broken bins, footpaths, or damaged council infrastructure
The row of three flagpoles in Gladstone Square will have their flags temporarily removed early this week due to damage caused by strong winds over the weekend. Repair works are underway, and the flags will be reinstated soon.
11/01/2026
🎃 FREE Holiday Movie – GROW 🎃
Free tickets are available to collect from the Public Library!
Welcome to the pumpkin capital of the world 🍂 where pumpkins are epic, rivalries are fierce, and the competition is anything but garden-variety.
GROW is a heart-warming and hilarious family film about Dinah, a tough, no-nonsense farmer, and her spirited niece Charlie, who unexpectedly discovers she has a special gift for connecting with plants 🌱. Thrown into the chaos of farm life and the town’s legendary pumpkin-growing contest, the pair form an unlikely team as rival growers pull every trick in the book.
As pumpkins get bigger, so do friendships, laughter, and a sense of belonging. This joyful story reminds us that the greatest prize isn’t measured in kilos, but in love, community, and finding where you belong.
🍿 A free holiday movie for the whole family
🎟️ Tickets: Collect yours from the Port Augusta Public Library
💛 Funded by The Benevolent Society
Perfect for a fun, feel-good outing these holidays!
11/01/2026
A confidential Special Council Meeting will be held Tuesday 13 January 2026 at 5.30pm in the Council Chambers.
A public copy of the agenda is available on Council’s website https://www.portaugusta.sa.gov.au/__data/assets/pdf_file/0027/1921932/Confidential-Special-Council-Meeting-13-01-2026.pdf
09/01/2026
As temperatures rise, it’s important to take extra care of our pets
Make sure pets always have access to plenty of fresh water and shade
Avoid walking dogs during the hottest parts of the day
Provide cool, well-ventilated areas for animals to rest
🚗 Never leave dogs in cars — even for a short time.
Cars heat up very quickly and can become deadly, even with windows cracked.
Remember - If it’s too hot for you, it’s too hot for your pet.
08/01/2026
REMINDER: TOTAL FIRE BANS have been declared for TODAY Friday 9 January 2026 in the following Fire Ban Districts:
West Coast - Extreme
Eastern Eyre Peninsula - Extreme
Lower Eyre Peninsula - Extreme
Flinders - Extreme
Mid North - Extreme
Mount Lofty Ranges - Extreme
Yorke Peninsula - Extreme
Riverland - Extreme
Murraylands - Extreme
Upper South East - Extreme
Lower South East - Extreme
Where Total Fire Bans have been declared, very hazardous fire weather conditions are predicted.
The Total Fire Ban will apply for 24 hours from midnight tonight to midnight tomorrow.
The CFS recommends that you implement your Bushfire Survival Plan.
Fire Danger Ratings
Where fire ban districts have a forecast fire danger rating of Extreme, only well prepared, well constructed and actively defended houses are likely to offer safety during a fire.
What should you do
If you don't have a plan to ensure your survival, leaving early before a fire starts is your safest option.
In making your plan, you should be aware that in high fire danger conditions, essential services including mains-fed electricity and water supply may not be available due to the prevailing weather conditions.
Landowners are asked to adhere to local harvest codes of practice which are available from your local council. Landowners are also asked to ensure that any burn-off activities conducted today are fully extinguished before midnight tonight.
Agencies are advised to activate their Total Fire Ban procedures in preparation for these predicted fire weather conditions.
Stay informed
CFS website cfs.sa.gov.au
Information Hotline 1800 362 361
For hearing or speech impaired users, phone 1300 555 727 then ask for 1800 362 361
For teletype service TTY 133 677 then ask for 1800 362 361
CFS on Facebook or X
Alert SA Mobile App
On local ABC radio, FIVEaa, or one of our other Emergency Broadcast Partners
For emergencies call Triple Zero (000).
08/01/2026
Community Update: Public Seating on Commercial Road
Port Augusta City Council advises the community that public seating outside Australia Post on Commercial Road has been removed due to safety concerns and feedback from local businesses.
After businesses raised concerns, Council worked with SAPOL on a CBD Safety Audit. The audit found anti-social behaviour affecting staff and visitors, showing the need for this action to be taken.
Council recognises the importance of seating for older residents and is committed to keeping public spaces accessible and welcoming.
👉 What’s next?
Council is planning to install temporary single or double seating in more suitable nearby locations, where it won’t affect pedestrian flow or safety. These will be developed in consultation with local businesses.
We appreciate the community’s understanding as we balance safety, accessibility, and comfort. Further updates will be shared soon, and we welcome ongoing community feedback.
08/01/2026
Community Update – Geotechnical Investigations
A drilling contractor and geotechnical engineer will be on site at the Eastside Foreshore from Monday 12 January to Wednesday 21 January to undertake a landside geotechnical investigation adjacent to the Port Augusta Wharf.
The works are part of ongoing planning and assessment activities in the area. Some noise and increased activity may be noticeable during this time.
We appreciate the community’s patience while this important work is carried out.
Changed Traffic Arrangements: Victoria Parade (between Mackay Street and Flinders Terrace) over the ARTC rail line in Port Augusta
What's happening
As part of ongoing maintenance and rectification activities, kerbing remediation works will be undertaken on the bridge over the ARTC rail line on Victoria Parade, in the southbound lanes between Mackay Street and Flinders Terrace, in Port Augusta.
How this affects you
To ensure we can carry out these works safely, at times Victoria Parade southbound through the area will be reduced to one lane for the duration of the works. Speed restrictions will also be in place to ensure the safety of motorists and work crews.
The footpath through the work zone may also be closed for several days during that period, with pedestrians and cyclists required to cross at the Mackay Street and Flinders Terrace intersections.
When: Monday 19 January to Friday 6 February 2026
Hours of operation: 7.00 am to 5.00 pm, Mondays to Saturdays (weather permitting)
Where: Southbound lanes only on Victoria Parade, Port Augusta
(see map here).
If you have any questions or would like to speak to a member of the project team, please call 1300 161 407 or email enquiries@pw2pa.com.au
06/01/2026
REMINDER:
TOTAL FIRE BANS have been declared for Wednesday 7 January 2026 in the following Fire Ban Districts:
West Coast - Extreme
Eastern Eyre Peninsula - Extreme
Lower Eyre Peninsula - Extreme
Flinders - Extreme
Mid North - Extreme
Mount Lofty Ranges - Extreme
Yorke Peninsula - Extreme
Kangaroo Island - Extreme
Riverland - Extreme
Murraylands - Extreme
Upper South East - Extreme
Lower South East - Extreme
Where Total Fire Bans have been declared, very hazardous fire weather conditions are predicted.
The Total Fire Ban will apply for 24 hours from midnight tonight to midnight tomorrow.
The CFS recommends that you implement your Bushfire Survival Plan.
Fire Danger Ratings
Where fire ban districts have a forecast fire danger rating of Extreme, only well prepared, well constructed and actively defended houses are likely to offer safety during a fire.
What should you do
If you don't have a plan to ensure your survival, leaving early before a fire starts is your safest option.
In making your plan, you should be aware that in high fire danger conditions, essential services including mains-fed electricity and water supply may not be available due to the prevailing weather conditions.
Landowners are asked to adhere to local harvest codes of practice which are available from your local council. Landowners are also asked to ensure that any burn-off activities conducted today are fully extinguished before midnight tonight.
Agencies are advised to activate their Total Fire Ban procedures in preparation for these predicted fire weather conditions
Stay informed
CFS website cfs.sa.gov.au
Information Hotline 1800 362 361
For hearing or speech impaired users, phone 1300 555 727 then ask for 1800 362 361
For teletype service TTY 133 677 then ask for 1800 362 361
CFS on Facebook or X
Alert SA Mobile App
On local ABC radio, FIVEaa, or one of our other Emergency Broadcast Partners
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Port Augusta City Council is located at the head of Spencer Gulf in South Australia and includes Stirling North and the seaside homes located at Commissariat Point, Blanche Harbor and Miranda and has a population of almost 14,000 people. Council acknowledges and respects the traditional owners, their ancestors and the sharing of lands on which Port Augusta is situated.
Called ‘the crossroads of Australia’ because roads from Sydney to Perth and Adelaide to Darwin all pass through Port Augusta. This regional hub, where the Outback meets the ocean, is a major tourism, shopping, government and service centre. Getting to Port Augusta is easy with multiple air services, seven day bus service to and from Adelaide, and The Ghan and Indian Pacific railway service passing through. The city offers a vibrant range of cafés, pubs and restaurants and accommodation.
There are a range of attractions for the whole family including the Wadlata Outback Centre. To get the whole story on the region, creep through the jaws of Max, a giant Ripper lizard, to begin a journey through the Flinders Ranges & Outback’s ‘Tunnel of Time’. There’s the nationally-accredited Port Augusta Visitor Information Centre onsite where you can find out more about the region, and book tours and accommodation.
See an amazing array of arid zone plants and one of Australia’s most significant collections of Eremophilas at the Australian Arid Lands Botanic Garden. Open daily, it is also home to more than 100 native bird species. Stroll through the AridSmart Display Gardens to discover how to create your own native garden. The visitor centre has a café, serving native-flavoured food and regional wines, as well as a gift and garden shop.
Feel free to take in a local footy, netball or basketball match at Central Oval. If you are new to town the friendly staff can also assist you with local sporting knowledge (what teams/groups you can join in town) and event management. Planning a wedding or a function? We have the perfect spaces for you.
See local and traveling art exhibitions at the Port Augusta Cultural Centre – Yarta Purtli, next to Gladstone Square. Aboriginal art can be viewed and purchased at the Wadlata Outback Centre. The Platform Gallery at the Railway Station showcases local artists and high quality paintings, pottery, crafts and fabric art.
Experience 360 degree views of Port Augusta at the Water Tower Lookout and enjoy a picnic at the Red Cliff/Matthew Flinders Lookout. The top of Spencer Gulf is great for boating and land fishing, with Yellowtail kingfish among the prized catches.
Spend a lazy afternoon enjoying the sunshine on Port Augusta’s foreshore with an exercise area, playground, barbecues, swimming pontoons and the Swimmers Memorial Garden.
The kids will love the Wave Skate and BMX Park; the Ryan Mitchell Swim Centre, The Arid Explorers Children’s Garden and the iconic Pichi Richi Railway. You can also relax in the local cinema, or hire a buggy and have a game of golf on the 18 green and watered fairways.
Stop, look around and come and stay a while...#toplocation #portaugusta
