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Council Meeting
Minutes
3 September 2018
Our Vision
A City which values its heritage, cultural diversity,
sense of place and natural environment.
A progressive City which is prosperous, sustainable
and socially cohesive, with a strong community spirit.
City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters
Minutes of the Meeting of Council held on 3 September 2018
Index Page
Page No.
1. KAURNA ACKNOWLEDGEMENT........................................................................................................................... 1
2. OPENING PRAYER ................................................................................................................................................. 1
3. CONFIRMATION OF THE MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING HELD ON 22 AUGUST 2018 ....... 1
4. MAYOR’S COMMUNICATION................................................................................................................................. 1
5. DELEGATES COMMUNICATION ........................................................................................................................... 3
6. QUESTIONS WITHOUT NOTICE............................................................................................................................ 3
7. QUESTIONS WITH NOTICE ................................................................................................................................... 3
8. DEPUTATIONS ....................................................................................................................................................... 3
9. PETITIONS .............................................................................................................................................................. 3
10. WRITTEN NOTICES OF MOTION .......................................................................................................................... 3
11. STAFF REPORTS ................................................................................................................................................... 3
Section 1 – Strategy & Policy .............................................................................................................................................................. 4
11.1 2018 – 2021 ACCESS & INCLUSION STRATEGY ...................................................................................... 5
11.2 DRAFT 2019 -2021 YOUTH DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY ......................................................................... 9
11.3 ENVIRONMENT, RESOURCES AND DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE INQUIRY INTO HERITAGE ......... 20
Section 2 – Corporate & Finance ..................................................................................................................................................... 25
11.4 MONTHLY FINANCIAL REPORT – JULY 2018 ......................................................................................... 26
11.5 NORWOOD CONCERT HALL – QUARTERLY PERFORMANCE REPORT JUNE 2018 .......................... 28
11.6 ST PETERS CHILD CARE CENTRE & PRE-SCHOOL QUARTERLY REPORT – JUNE 2018................. 33
Section 3 – Governance & General ................................................................................................................................................. 38
11.7 REPORTS OUTSTANDING ....................................................................................................................... 39
11.8 LOCAL GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION (LGA) 2018 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING – APPOINTMENT
OF COUNCIL DELEGATE ......................................................................................................................... 40
11.9 LOCAL GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION (LGA) 2018 ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING – NOTICES OF
MOTION ..................................................................................................................................................... 42
11.10 49 GEORGE STREET, NORWOOD – LEASE TO BRICK AND MORTAR CREATIVE PTY LTD ............. 48
11.11 2019 ADELAIDE FRINGE – LITTLE RUNDLE STREET ART PARTY ....................................................... 55
11.12 REVIEW OF THE 2018 NORWOOD ON TOUR STREET PARTY EVENT ................................................ 61
11.13 REVIEW OF THE 2018 ART ON PARADE EVENT ................................................................................... 69
11.14 REVIEW OF EVENTS – ST PETERS FAIR, JAZZ BY THE KILN & GEORGE STREET PIAZZA ............. 75
12. ADOPTION OF COMMITTEE MINUTES ............................................................................................................... 88
13. OTHER BUSINESS ............................................................................................................................................... 88
13.1 COUNCIL DEVELOPMENT PLANS – LOCAL BUILDING HEIGHT LIMITS .............................................. 88
14. CONFIDENTIAL REPORTS .................................................................................................................................. 88
14.1 VEHICLE ARRANGEMENTS - CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER ................................................................. 89
14.2 CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER’S STRATEGIC PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES ...................................... 90
15. CLOSURE.............................................................................................................................................................. 92
City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters
Minutes of the Meeting of Council held on 3 September 2018
VENUE Council Chambers, Norwood Town Hall
HOUR 7.00pm
PRESENT
Council Members Mayor Robert Bria
Cr Lucy Marcuccitti
Cr Christel Mex
Cr Connie Granozio
Cr Mike Stock
Cr Carlo Dottore
Cr Kevin Duke
Cr Evonne Moore
Cr Garry Knoblauch
Cr John Minney
Cr Sue Whitington
Cr Paul Wormald (entered the meeting at 7.01pm)
Staff Mario Barone (Chief Executive Officer)
Peter Perilli (General Manager, Urban Services)
Lisa Mara (General Manager, Governance & Community Affairs)
Sharon Perkins (General Manager, Corporate Services)
Isabella Dunning (Manager, Governance, Legal & Property)
Rosanna Busolin (Manager, Community Services)
Emily Crook (Senior Urban Planner)
Tina Zullo (Administration Officer, Governance & Community Affairs)
APOLOGIES Cr John Frogley, Cr Kevin Shepherdson
ABSENT Nil
1. KAURNA ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
2. OPENING PRAYER
The Opening Prayer was read by Cr Mike Stock.
3. CONFIRMATION OF THE MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING HELD ON
22 AUGUST 2018
Cr Minney moved that the minutes of the Special Council meeting held on 22 August 2018 be taken
as read and confirmed. Seconded by Cr Dottore and carried unanimously.
4. MAYOR’S COMMUNICATION
Monday, 6 August Presided over a Council Meeting, Council Chamber, Norwood
Town Hall.
Tuesday, 7 August Attended a meeting with Ms Jayne Kelly, Adelaide International
Youth Film Festival, Mayor’s Office, Norwood Town Hall.
Tuesday, 7 August Attended ‘Raise the Bar Adelaide’ events at The Republic,
Norwood and the Alma Hotel, Norwood.
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Wednesday, 8 August Attended a Meeting with residents, Ms Ann Moore and Ms Val
Zuracki, Mayor’s Office, Norwood Town Hall.
Wednesday, 8 August Attended a ‘Welcome for New Residents’ Reception, Mayor’s
Parlour, Norwood Town Hall.
Friday, 10 August Attended the Saint Mary of the Cross MacKillop Feast Day Mass,
Mary MacKillop College, Kensington.
Sunday, 12 August Attended the Vietnam Veteran’s Day service at the ‘Cross of
Sacrifice’, Felixstow followed by lunch at the Payneham RSL,
Payneham.
Monday, 13 August Presided over a Special Council Meeting, Council Chamber,
Norwood Town Hall.
Monday, 13 August Attended Workshop 2: Draft Dog & Cat Management Plan, Mayor’s
Parlour, Norwood Town Hall.
Monday, 13 August Attended an Information Session: Planning Reforms – State
Planning Policies, Mayor’s Parlour, Norwood Town Hall.
Wednesday, 15 August Attended a meeting with Volunteer Co-ordinator and Manager,
Organisational Development, Mayor’s Office, Norwood Town Hall.
Wednesday, 15 August Attended the ‘Recognition for Years of Service’ Reception for
Elected Members, Mayor’s Parlour, Norwood Town Hall.
Friday, 15 August Meeting with Mr Caleb Bond (‘The Advertiser’ journalist), Adelaide.
Friday, 17 August Attended the pre-match function at the Norwood RSL followed by
the Norwood versus North Adelaide football match, Cooper’s
Stadium.
Tuesday, 21 August Attended a meeting with the Chief Executive Officer, Cr John
Minney and Mr Bryan Jenkins, Mayor’s Office, Norwood Town Hall.
Tuesday, 21 August Officially launched ‘Perpetual Sun’: City of Norwood Payneham &
St Peters Quadrennial Artwork, corner of Nelson Street and Magill
Road, Stepney.
Wednesday, 22 August Presided over a Special Council meeting, Council Chamber,
Norwood Town Hall.
Thursday, 23 August Officially Opened of the Adelaide International Youth Film Festival,
Parade Central.
Saturday, 25 August Attended an on-site meeting with a resident (Mr Brett Kauscke),
Felixstow.
Sunday, 26 August Attended the Adelaide Closing Ceremony of the International Youth
Film Festival, Parade Central, Norwood.
Monday, 27 August Attended a meeting with the Chief Executive Officer; Manager,
Governance, Legal & Property and Mr Mark Henderson (Kelledy
Jones Lawyers), Mayor’s Office, Norwood Town Hall.
Monday, 27 August Attended an Information Session: ‘Are you Thinking of Nominating’,
Mayor’s Parlour, Norwood Town Hall.
Tuesday, 28 August Presided over a Citizenship Ceremony, Norwood Concert Hall.
Saturday, 1 September Radio Interview with Ms Deb Tribe, ABC Radio 891.
Monday, 3 September Radio Interview with Mr Jules Schiller, ABC Radio 891.
Cr Wormald entered the meeting at 7.01pm.
Cr Wormald left the meeting at 7.03pm.
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5. DELEGATES COMMUNICATION
Cr Knoblauch advised that on Monday 27 August 2018, he attended the Marden Senior College
Governing Council’s monthly meeting.
Cr Wormald returned to the meeting at 7.04pm.
Cr Whitington advised that on Wednesday 29 August 2018, she attended and chaired the
Eastern Health Authority Board meeting.
6. QUESTIONS WITHOUT NOTICE
Nil
7. QUESTIONS WITH NOTICE
Nil
8. DEPUTATIONS
Nil
9. PETITIONS
Nil
10. WRITTEN NOTICES OF MOTION
Nil
11. STAFF REPORTS
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Section 1 – Strategy & Policy
Reports
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Strategy & Policy – Item 11.1
11.1 2018 – 2021 ACCESS & INCLUSION STRATEGY
REPORT AUTHOR: Manager, Community Services
GENERAL MANAGER: General Manager, Governance & Community Affairs
CONTACT NUMBER: 8366 4600
FILE REFERENCE: S/02531
ATTACHMENTS: A-C
PURPOSE OF REPORT
The purpose of this report is to present the draft 2018-2021 Access & Inclusion Strategy to the Council, for
adoption.
BACKGROUND
The draft 2018-2021 Access & Inclusion Strategy (the draft Strategy) is the Council’s response to the access
and inclusion needs of citizens of all ages, abilities and cultures, who live, work and visit the City.
The draft Strategy links with the Council’s Strategic Plan CityPlan2030 by setting out the Council’s
commitment to advancing and promoting the City as a welcoming and inclusive place - A City for all Citizens.
The draft Strategy covers the period 2018-2021 and recognises the importance of ensuring that the Council’s
programs, services, facilities and information which is provided by the Council, are accessible and inclusive
for all citizens.
The draft Strategy was presented to the Council at its meeting held on 4 June 2018. The Strategy was
endorsed in principle, for the purpose of conducting community consultation in respect to the draft Strategy.
This report presents the comments and submission which have been received as part of the consultation process
and recommendations regarding the draft Strategy. A copy of the draft Strategy for endorsement is contained
within Attachment A.
RELEVANT STRATEGIC DIRECTIONS & POLICIES
The relevant Outcomes and Objectives in CityPlan 2030 are:
Outcome 1: Social Equity
Objective 1: Convenient and Accessible Services;
Strategy: Maximise access to services, information and activities.
The draft 2018-2021 Access & Inclusion Strategy is an important document which will support the Council’s
objectives in respect to maximising access to services, programs, facilities information and activities. The
draft Strategy identifies access as a strategy to achieve social inclusion, which contributes to the overall
outcome of Social Equity
The draft Strategy will also support the implementation of the 2014-2019 Eastern Regional Public Health and
Well Being Plan - “Better Living Better Health”. The goals and actions of the draft Strategy will support the
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achievement of the actions outlined under the Strategic Direction - Capacity for Health , which includes a
range of goals and actions to achieve outcomes related to improving social inclusion, being active, healthy
eating and lifestyles
By ensuring that there are opportunities for all citizens to be active through accessible information, facilities,
infrastructure, services and programs, the Council will be contributing to the outcomes of the 2014-2019
Eastern Regional Public Health and Well Being Plan through:
building stronger and healthier communities and neighbourhoods for all generations; and
increasing opportunities for healthy living, healthy eating and being active.
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2014 Eastern Regional Public Health and Well Being Plan 2014-2019 - “Better Living Better Health)”. pp. 32-34
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Strategy & Policy – Item 11.1
FINANCIAL AND BUDGET IMPLICATIONS
Not Applicable.
EXTERNAL ECONOMIC IMPLICATIONS
Not Applicable.
SOCIAL ISSUES
Not Applicable.
CULTURAL ISSUES
Not Applicable.
ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES
Not Applicable.
RESOURCE ISSUES
The Manager, Community Services will be responsible for co-ordinating and monitoring the implementation
of the draft 2018-2021 Access & Inclusion Strategy.
RISK MANAGEMENT
Pursuant to the Commonwealth Disability Discrimination Act (1992 and the Commonwealth Equal
Opportunity Act (2010). the Council has a legislative responsibility to ensure that citizens have equitable
access and are not discriminated against because of their disability. The draft 2018-2021 Access & Inclusion
Strategy plays an important role in terms of risk management by mitigating against the risk of disability
discrimination complaints and continuing to work towards ensuring citizens have equitable access to Council
facilities, services, programs and employment opportunities.
CONSULTATION
Elected Members
Elected Members have been informed of and contributed to the development of the draft Strategy during
two (2) Information Briefings which were held on the 17 February 2015 and 30 April 2018.
Community
Community consultation was undertaken from 25 June 2018 to 8 August 2018. Information from the
submissions which were received, have been taken into consideration in the final version of the draft
Strategy.
Staff
Not Applicable.
Other
State Department of Human Services - Disability Policy Unit
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Strategy & Policy – Item 11.1
DISCUSSION
The draft 2018-2021 Access & Inclusion Strategy provides a framework and sets out the Council’s
commitment to advancing the City as a welcoming and inclusive place. The draft Strategy focuses on
inclusion and access for every member of the community regardless of age, ability and culture.
As stated previously, the draft Strategy was released for community consultation on 26 June 2018. The
consultation was promoted through the Council’s Website, Electronic Newsletter and Social Media. An
advertisement promoting the release of the Strategy for consultation was also placed in the Messenger
Newspapers (Eastern Courier and The City Fringe).
In addition to seeking comments, the draft Strategy was also forwarded to a number of Disability and Aged
Care service providers and community groups. A list of organisations which were consulted is provided in
Attachment C.
One (1) submission was received regarding the draft Strategy. In the submission to the draft Strategy, Ms
Susan Beard (National Disability Co-ordinator) provided support for the draft Strategies priorities. However
Ms Beard did suggest the following:
“In relation to the Disability Inclusion Act SA 2018, and the development of Strategies for the employment of
people with disability across all levels of government, I suggest the development of disability employment
register across all local councils.”
Ms Beard reported that this suggestion was initially provided by Erma Rainier, the Commissioner for Public
Sector Employment, at the 'Achieving an Inclusive Public Sector: Disability Employment Forum in July 2018’.
A copy of Ms Beard’s submission is contained within Attachment B.
Citizens living with disability can face barriers with respect to the reluctance of some employers. Additionally,
some citizens living with disability lack awareness about the types of positions that may be suitable for them
in the current labour market. The suggestion by Ms Beard seeks to address the barriers faced by citizens
living with disability. The register is intended to promote vacant positions across Local Government that are
suitable for citizens living with disability.
Whilst this suggestion has merits, Ms Sue Lyons from the South Australian Disability Policy Unit has advised
that the next State Disability Inclusion Strategy will look at improving employment outcomes for citizens with
disability. It is unknown at this stage what priorities and actions will be identified. It is therefore
recommended, that the Council await the outcome of the development of the State Disability Inclusion Plan
before progressing this suggestion further.
From an organizational perspective, the Council is an equal opportunity employer. In this regard the
Council’s draft Strategy already includes strategies and actions under the policy priority of Culture relating to
employment of citizens living with disability. These strategies and actions ensure that the Council’s
employment practices are inclusive and equitable and include professional development for staff and the
application of flexible recruitment approaches. These strategies and actions focus on continuing to develop
staff capabilities and organisational culture, and will ensure that the diversity and skill of citizens of all
abilities and cultures are valued.
Ms Beard also suggested that a workshop or seminar for citizens living with disability on the types of
positions available in the public sector and career pathways, will raise awareness amongst this co-hort and
potentially increase their confidence in submitting an application. This suggestion has merit not just for
citizens living with disability but a range of groups who would benefit from knowledge concerning possible
careers in the public sector. However, such an initiative would be best undertaken across Local Government
and as such this suggestion will be referred to the Local Government Access and Inclusion (LGAIN) Network
for consideration.
As no other submissions have been received, it is therefore recommended that the 2018 -2021 draft Access
& Inclusion Strategy be adopted by the Council in its present form.
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Strategy & Policy – Item 11.1
OPTIONS
The Council has the following options with respect to the adoption of the draft Strategy:
Option 1
The Council can determine to adopt the draft 2018-2021 Access & Inclusion Strategy in its present form. The
submissions which have been received, suggest actions that need direction from the State Government. It is
therefore appropriate to adopt the present draft Strategy without amendments. The adoption of the draft
2018-2021 Access & Inclusion Strategy will provide direction and focus for the Council to continue to improve
the accessibility and inclusivity of its services, programs, events facilities and infrastructure. This is the
recommended option.
or
Option 2
The Council can determine to not to adopt the draft 2018-2021 Access & Inclusion Strategy. The draft
Strategy has been prepared and has been placed through the consultation process. There is no reason why
the Strategy should not be endorsed.
CONCLUSION
The Council’s draft 2018-2021 Access & Inclusion Strategy provides the Council with a framework to support
citizens of all abilities to actively engage and contribute to the life in the community.
COMMENTS
Nil
RECOMMENDATION
1. That the Council’s draft 2018-2021 Access & Inclusion Strategy – A City for All (as contained within
Attachment A) be adopted.
2. That the Chief Executive Officer be authorised to approve minor editorial changes to the document prior
to final printing and distribution.
Cr Moore left the meeting at 7.05pm.
Cr Moore returned to the meeting at 7.06pm.
Cr Minney moved:
1. That the Council’s draft 2018-2021 Access & Inclusion Strategy – A City for All (as contained within
Attachment A) be adopted.
2. That the Chief Executive Officer be authorised to approve minor editorial changes to the document prior
to final printing and distribution.
Seconded by Cr Mex and carried unanimously.
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Strategy & Policy – Item 11.2
11.2 DRAFT 2019 -2021 YOUTH DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY
REPORT AUTHOR: Manager, Community Services
GENERAL MANAGER: General Manager, Governance & Community Affairs
CONTACT NUMBER: 8366 4600
FILE REFERENCE: S/05221
ATTACHMENTS: A-C
PURPOSE OF REPORT
The purpose of this report is to present the draft 2019-2021 Youth Development Strategy to the Council, for
endorsement the purpose of undertaking community consultation.
BACKGROUND
At its Council meeting held on the 7 May 2018, the Council endorsed a report on the preparation of a Youth
Development Strategy. The purpose of the Youth Development Strategy is to identify the future direction and
objectives of the Council’s Youth Development Program. It is also intended to assist the Council in
determining the functions and action plan for the Council’s Youth Development Officer Role.
The draft 2019-2021Youth Development Strategy (the draft Strategy) provides a strategic framework and
sets out the Council’s commitment to contributing to the well-being of young people, who live, study, work
and recreate in the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters. The draft Strategy is for a three (3) year period
commencing 2019 until 2021.
Following an Open Tender process through Tenders SA, URPS were engaged to prepare the draft Strategy.
The development of the draft Strategy has included an analysis of the City’s demographics and has involved
consultation with young people and relevant stakeholders. A copy of the Demographic and Strategic
Context-Background Paper prepared by URPS is contained in Attachment A.
A summary of the outcome from the consultation process is set out in the Engagement Summary Report also
prepared by URPS and a copy of this report is contained within Attachment B. The outcomes as set out in
both these documents have informed the development of the Council’s draft Strategy.
The draft Strategy has been prepared and is now presented to the Council for endorsement for the purpose of
undertaking community consultation. A copy of the draft 2019-2021Youth Development Strategy is contained
within Attachment C.
RELEVANT STRATEGIC DIRECTIONS & POLICIES
The relevant Outcomes and Objectives in CityPlan 2030 are:
Outcome 1: Social Equity
Objective 1: Convenient and Accessible Services;
Strategy: Maximise access to services, information and activities.
The 2019-2021Youth Development Strategy is an important strategic document, which will provide direction
and improve the Council’s contribution to the well-being of young people through the provision of improved
services and programs and infrastructure and facilities which have a youth focus.
The draft Strategy will also support the implementation of the 2014-2019 Eastern Regional Public Health and
Well Being Plan - “Better Living Better Health. The goals and actions of the draft Strategy will support the
achievement of the actions outlined in the Capacity for Health Strategy which includes a range of goals and
actions to achieve outcomes related to improving social inclusion, being active, healthy eating and lifestyles.
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By ensuring that there are opportunities for young people to be active through the provision of youth focused
services and programs and infrastructure and facilities, the Council will be contributing to the outcomes of the
2014-2019 Eastern Regional Public Health and Well Being Plan through:
building stronger and healthier communities and neighbourhood for all generations; and
increasing opportunities for healthy living, healthy eating and being active.
FINANCIAL AND BUDGET IMPLICATIONS
Consideration has been given to the future budget implications associated with the implementation of the
draft Strategy. The Council’s 2018-2019 Budget provides for the employment of a full-time Youth
Development Officer and funding for a limited range of regular programs and events such as the Young
Achievers Program, Poolside event and YouthFM. There is also provision within the budget for
reimbursement of Volunteer expenses.
With respect to YouthFM, program partners the Cities of Prospect and Burnside contribute a total of $7,000
to the program. The Council contributes an estimated $8,000 to the program. Subject to the partners
continuing to contribute financially, it is not expected that Council’s future contribution in the 2019-2020
financial year will change significantly.
The draft Strategy makes reference to the development of a range of Council programs and activities tailored
for young people aged 13 – 17 years. Should the draft Strategy be endorsed, an increase in the Youth
Development Program’s future Budget may be required. In the preliminary stages of the implementation of
the Youth Development Strategy, funding for any new programs or initiatives would be submitted through the
annual budget process..
EXTERNAL ECONOMIC IMPLICATIONS
There are no significant external economic implications associated with the endorsement of the draft
Strategy other than the potential benefits to be derived by business precincts through applying a “youth lens”
to the precincts and attracting young people to the area.
SOCIAL ISSUES
The South Australian Government has traditionally defined Youth, as being aged between 12 to 25 years of
age. URPS’s Demographic and Strategic Analysis Report, has identified that the South Australian
Vulnerable, Youth Framework, defined youth as young people aged between 10 to 25 years of age. The
inclusion of 10 and 11 year olds, reflects an early intervention approach and acknowledges that vulnerability
can emerge in the later years of primary school.
The demographic data presented by URPS provides a demographic analysis on young people aged 10 to 24
years, as this information matches the five (5) year age brackets used by the Australian Bureau of Statistics
(ABS) 2016 Census data.
The Demographic and Strategic Analysis Report prepared by URPS, also recognises that within this age
group, there are three (3) developmental groups with differing needs. These include:
10 to 13 years - greater dependence on caregivers, less attachment to social media and transitioning to
high school;
14 to 17 years - increased independence, a greater attachment to social media and establishing
pathways to future interested and careers; and
18 to 25 years - independent young adults transitioning to work higher education and/or family
formation.
Based on the ABS 2016 Census data, there are 6,211 young people aged 10 to 24 years, living in the City.
This represents 17.6% of the population. This figure is marginally lower than the Greater Adelaide Region,
which reports 18.6% of the total population, aged 10 to 24 years of age. Over the past ten (10) years, the
number of young people who live in the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters, has declined by 5.7%. This
is potentially due to a decline in the number of tertiary students (aged 20 to 24 years) who live in the City of
Norwood Payneham & St Peters.
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Population projections to 2031 for young people living in the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters,
anticipate that the youth population will increase to 7,313 (an increase of 1.5% based on the 2016 youth
population).
The demographic analysis prepared by URPS, reveals that as a group, young people who live in the City of
Norwood Payneham & St Peters, are slightly better off than their peers in the Greater Adelaide Area. They
are more likely to complete Year 12, be engaged in paid work or education and also more likely to Volunteer.
This is supported by the ABS 2016 Census statistics, which reveal that:
92% are engaged in paid work or education (compared to 87% in the Greater Adelaide Area);
63% completed year 12 (compared to 57% of the Greater Adelaide Area);
44% are engaged in higher education (compared to 32% of the Greater Adelaide Area); and
25% Volunteer (compared to 19% in the Greater Adelaide Area).
Given the comparatively high socio-economic status of the majority of young people’ families, the Council
does not have nor does it experience significant issues in areas such as homelessness, drugs and alcohol
and high youth unemployment. Notwithstanding this, the City does have young people who are
disadvantaged and may need additional support in being connected to the wider community and
opportunities for engagement. Young people, who need this additional support, may include those who are:
on lower income households (including those in public housing);
living with disability or caring for someone with disability;
from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds; and
with diverse gender or sexual identities.
In this regard, it is important to ensure that the draft Strategy provides or facilitates connections to these
opportunities for marginalised young people.
CULTURAL ISSUES
Based on the ABS 2016 Census, approximately 21% of young people aged 10-25 years of age were born
overseas, with China and Hong being the most common countries of origin.
At the 2016 Census, there were 72 young people aged between 20 and 24 who identified as being aboriginal
or Torres Strait Island.
ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES
Not Applicable.
RESOURCE ISSUES
Following the formal adoption of the draft Strategy, a Youth Development Officer will be recruited. It will be
the responsibility of the new Youth Development Officer to implement the draft Youth Development Strategy.
It is anticipated that the Youth Development Officer will be employed by mid-January 2019.
The Manager, Community Services will be responsible for the overall management of the strategy and
reporting the outcomes of the draft Youth Development Strategy.
RISK MANAGEMENT
Not Applicable
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CONSULTATION
Elected Members
Elected Members have been informed of and have contributed to the development of the draft Strategy
as part of an Information Briefing was held on 1 August 2018.
Community
Community consultation was undertaken by URPS on Thursday 26 July 2018 and Thursday 9 August
2018 with students from local schools, youth service providers, and community groups. The information
which was obtained from this process was considered in the preparation of the draft Strategy.
Staff
- Manager, Organisational Development;
- Manager, Community Services;
- Strategic Projects Co-ordinator;
- Library Programs Officer – Children and Youth Services;
- Children Youth Services Librarian;
- Communications Officer;
- Digital Marketing Officer;
- Website Officer;
- Events Co-ordinators;
- Senior Urban Planner;
- Team Leader Parks and Gardens; and
- Manager, Swimming Centres.
Other
- Campbelltown City Council;
- City of Prospect;
- St Peters Rotary;
- Mission Australia;
- St Johns Youth Services;
- Centrelink;
- Uniting Communities;
- Burnside Hockey Club;
- Employment Options; and
- National Disability Co-ordinator Office.
DISCUSSION
The Council’s draft Youth Development Strategy sets out the Council’s commitment to supporting young
people to achieve well-being outcomes. The objective of the draft Strategy is to connect and provide young
people with opportunities to participate in community life as well as placing a “youth lens” over Council
services, programs, events, facilities and infrastructure, which is provided by the Council. In taking this
approach, the objective is to ensure that the needs and interests of young people are considered in all
aspects of Council’s operations.
The development of the draft Strategy has included the following:
demographic analysis of the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters youth Population;
a review of existing Council programs and services; and
a range of consultations including Council, Elected Members, staff, students, service providers and
stakeholders.
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Community Engagement
As set out above, a report has been prepared by consultant URPS, on the engagement process and
findings. The Engagement Summary Report is contained in Attachment B.
A Youth Forum facilitated by URPS was undertaken on 26 July 2018, for Year 6 and 7 students from local
schools. Approximately fifty (50) students attended and participated in a range of activities at the Payneham
Library & Community Facilities Complex. Students who attended came from local primary schools, which
included:
East Adelaide Primary School;
Norwood Primary School;
Trinity Gardens Primary School;
St Peters College; St Joseph’s School (Payneham); and
St Joseph’s Memorial School.
As part of the Youth Forum, teachers who accompanied the students completed a survey, a copy of which is
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contained within URPS Engagement Summary Report .
A Youth Forum for Service Providers and Community Groups was also held on 26 July 2018.
Representatives from ten (10) Service Providers and Community Groups were taken through the activities
that the primary students completed earlier that day and were asked to respond to a number of questions.
A “pop - up consultation” was conducted by URPS at Marden Senior College to capture issues from students
15 to 25 years of age, on 9 August 2018. Approximately forty (40) students participated. Only a small
proportion of the students who participated in the consultation were aged 18 to 25 years.
Results from the consultation undertaken with Year 6 and 7 students revealed a range of concerns which
they expressed, including:
transition to High School – Students from years 6 and 7 were unsure as to what to expect in high
school. Concerns included whether they would “fit in” and how they would keep up with the workload;
fitting in and being accepted – this concern related to whether they will be accepted for who they are
and the fear of not fitting in;
the future – students expressed concern regarding future employment prospects, achieving goals and
financial security;
safety – being able to move, walk about the community safely and hanging out with friends in a safe
place; and
impacts of technology – students were concerned of the impact of technology on future employment
prospects and science.
Results from the consultation which has been undertaken with high school students, aged 16 to 25 years
from Marden Senior College, highlighted that their main concern and focus is on the future and in particular,
successfully getting into higher education, finding employment and being financially secure. Other areas that
were identified as being important included the need for improved public transport and safe places.
The consultations also revealed that young people appreciate the importance of the health and well-being
benefits which accrue from being active. The Council’s infrastructure in supporting young people being active
was identified as being very important.
The issues of concern, which have been identified through both consultations with young people, align with
the developmental stages which young people are going through.
Service Providers engaged as part of the consultation process agreed that young people’s primary concerns
related to future employment prospects and safe places to hang out. Services Providers identified additional
needs, which included ensuring there are services supporting mental health and promoting positive and
culturally diverse images of young people to promote inclusion.
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The findings from these consultations reflect the stages of “life transition” that young individuals are
experiencing and the associated aspirations and concerns. It is important to consider this information in the
design of future programs, events and design of public spaces.
Draft Youth Development Strategy
Proposed Age Range for the Draft Strategy
The draft Strategy caters for young people aged 10 to 25 years. As stated previously, developmentally this
age range includes three (3) developmental groups. Each developmental stage has diverse needs, including:
10 to13 years - greater dependence on caregivers, less attachment to social media and transitioning to
high school;
14 to17 years - increased independence, a greater attachment to social media and establishing
pathways to future interested and careers; and
18 to 25 years - independent young adults transitioning to work higher education and family formation.
The views reflected in this strategy predominantly represent young people aged 10 to17 years. Consultation
with Youth Service Providers revealed that young people in the age group of 18 to 25 years are challenging
to engage.
Due to the small number of young people aged 18 to 25 years represented in the consultation there is a risk
that the draft Strategy may not respond to the needs or interest of this age group. In this regard, it is
appropriate to consider whether the draft Strategy and the Council’s Youth Development Program should
focus on the age group of 10 to 18 instead. Young people aged 18 years are included in this group to cover
those secondary school students who are completing Year 12.
In considering this option, young people aged 18 to 25, are effectively young adults, whose main focus is on
establishing their career and independence. Engaging with the Council’s Youth Programs may not be of
interest to them. It is important to note that the Council’s youth development programs have traditionally
attracted young people aged 10 to 18 years.
The exception to this is YouthFM. Over the past three (3) years, at least 50% of participants in YouthFM
were aged between 18 to 25 years. This is due to this program serving particular interests for groups of
University Students studying journalism and media.
Therefore, the exclusion of young people aged 18-25 years from participating in the YouthFM Program will
jeopardise the ongoing sustainability of the YouthFM Program. As at least 50% of applications are from
young people aged 18 to 25 years of age, the program is likely to experience a decline in applications and
consequently participants.
At the same time, it is difficult to cater for such a wide age group as part of the Strategy (i.e.10-25 years),
when the services and programs provided by the Council embraced by the 19-25 age groups (with the
exception of YouthFM).
An alternative therefore would be for the draft Strategy and Youth Development Program, to focus on
delivering services and programs for young people aged 10 to 18 years, with recognition provided within the
draft strategy that YouthFM is an exception to the ”age” criteria and will continue to accept young people
aged up to 25 years of age.
Therefore, in going forward the options with respect to what age range the Strategy should focus on include:
1. maintain the current age range for the draft Youth Development Strategy of 10 to 25 years. The Council
may determine to use the time when the draft strategy goes to community consultation to again try and
engage with this age group to ascertain whether the contents of the draft Strategy reflect their needs
and interests;
2. change the age range that the draft Strategy applies to, from 10 to 25 years of age to 10 to 18 years of
age. The Council’s future focus on programming will only be for young people aged 10 to 18 years; and
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3. change the age range that the draft Strategy applies to from 10 to 25 years of age to 10 to 18 years of
age. The Council’s future focus on programming will be for young people aged 10 to 18 years. YouthFM
will be exempted from this age range criteria and will continue to be offered to young people aged 15 to
25 years of age.
Option 3 is the preferred option. This Option incorporates the comments and needs and interests expressed
by young people in the consultations aged 10 to 18 years of age. Furthermore this option also recognises
YouthFM will be an exception to this age range, so that young people aged 18 to 25 will be able to apply for
the program.
Draft Strategy Objectives
The main themes which emerged from the consultations which have been undertaken include the following:
being active;
having places where young people can hang out safely;
being able to fit in;
supporting mental health;
having support available through transitions (i.e. primary to high school);
career pathways; and
“connecting their way”.
These themes represent the interests and concerns that were expressed by young people and stakeholders.
In responding to these themes, four (4) Objectives have been formulated and a range of Strategies identified
to achieve these Objectives. The Objectives and associated Actions focus on four (4) key areas namely:
1. Physical Activity - Ensuring there are places, spaces and opportunities for young people to engage in
physical activity and sport;
2. Social Inclusion - Ensuring marginalised young people have opportunities to participate in the
community;
3. Arts and Culture - Providing opportunities for young people to showcase their work; and
4. Engagement - Through Volunteering, work experience and development of skills.
Based on the themes which have been identified through the consultations, which have been undertaken,
four (4) Objectives have been formulated and include the following:
young people are well connected, included and welcome in the life of the community;
young people are healthy and active;
young people have resilient futures; and
young people are visible and heard.
These Objectives are detailed below:
Young People Are Well Connected, Included and Welcome in the Life of the Community
This Objective seeks to facilitate young people to connect socially and feel welcome in the community. The
Objective has a focus on social inclusion, by ensuring that young people of all abilities, cultures and
backgrounds, have the opportunity to connect socially and participate in community life. The Objective
responds to comments from young people who wish to connect with friends in safe places and participate in
local activities and events.
This Objective builds on the Council’s philosophy, to be more inclusive of young people particularly those
likely to experience social isolation. Strategies relating to connecting marginalised young people to
opportunities to engage in community life have been included to align with the directions of the Council’s
2018-2021 Access & Inclusion Strategy.
The Strategies also include reference to tailoring a range of programs and activities for young people aged
13 to 17. This Strategy has been included to respond to gaps which have been identified in the review of
services. The Council has a good range of programs and activities delivered through Library Services for
ages 0 to 12 however it lacks the programs and activities for young people aged 13 to 17 years.
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Young People are Healthy and Active
This Objective responds to the importance which is placed by young people on being active. Whilst young
people recognise that a range of options exist for structured activity such as sport, they are also seeking
opportunities for unstructured physical activity and play. In this regard, Strategies that have been included
under this Objective, relate to connecting young people to local sport and recreation opportunities and the
promotion and provision of infrastructure to support opportunities for young people to become active.
Whilst the reference to health in this Objective relates to the physical health benefits that can be derived from
being active, it also refers to mental health. Results from the consultations, which have been undertaken
with service providers has revealed that some young people need better access to services, that respond to
difficult life circumstances. Whilst it is not the Council’s role to deliver mental health services for young
people, the Council may consider advocating community or local services providers to deliver programs and
activities that enhance the psychological well-being of young people and contribute to positive mental health.
Young People Have Resilient Futures
The Council delivers a range of targeted youth programs and activities, which includes YouthFM, Young
Achievers, Canvas Youth Arts and Volunteering opportunities. These programs are designed to celebrate the
achievements of young people and provide opportunities to develop skills and capacity to contribute to their
resilient futures.
This Objective responds to young people’s concerns over what their future will “look like”.
Strategies to achieve this Objective focus on building on the strengths of Council’s existing Youth
Development Program by providing opportunities for skill development through its existing Youth Programs.
This Objective also includes a Strategy to facilitate career pathways through the Council’s Volunteering
program and work experience placements and internships.
In response to the concerns which have been expressed by young participants over transitioning (to high
school, year 12 and higher education) whilst it is not the Council’s role to directly deliver these types of
programs, the Council can take on the role of facilitator and advocate where appropriate, by providing
information to schools or creating connections between local schools and relevant service providers that can
support students with their concerns over this issue.
Young People are Visible and Heard
This Objective seeks to create more effective communication between the Council as the civic leader in the
community and young people. The focus of this Objective is to maintain a connection with young people in
order to effectively respond to their interest in “knowing what’s happening locally”. The Strategies included to
achieve this objective, will also assist in building the Council’s knowledge in relation to young people’
interests, to enable staff to cast a youth lens over Council’s services, facilities and events. Strategies
associated to this Objective also focus on harnessing the communication styles of young people to better
promote Council programs, services and events.
Review of Existing Youth Development Programs and Services
A review of the Council’s existing range of Youth Development Programs has also been undertaken as part
of this Project. The scope of the review has included an assessment of the Council’s existing Youth
Development Programs, in terms of the strategic outcomes of both the Council’s Strategic Plan
CityPlan2030: Sharing our Future and the South Australian Youth Strategy. Other programs which are
delivered by the Council, which had a youth focus, were also considered.
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The aim of the review and assessment was to determine whether the programs are still appropriate given the
interest and needs of young people. The review has included the following programs:
YouthFM - Radio broadcast training program, delivered in partnership with the Cities of Burnside and
Prospect at Three D Radio, for young people aged 15 to 25 years;
Young Achievers Program - donation program which provides funds to young people aged 12 -25 who
have been selected to compete in sport or wish to attend a leadership program; and
Canvas Youth Arts and Events Program - this program includes art and culture based workshops and
master classes and a range of events (i.e. Short Film Festival, Art Exhibition and Poolside).
In considering the contributions which are made by these programs to the outcomes of CityPlan 2030 and
the State Youth Strategy both the Young Achievers Programs and Canvas Youth Arts and Events Program
have been identified as contributing good outcomes for young people.
The Canvas Youth Arts and Events Program focuses on art and bringing people and the community together
through events. The skill development component of workshops and master classes provides an opportunity
for young people to learn and express themselves. The arts and culture focus of this program provides an
alternative for those who are not inclined to participate in sports.
Both programs recognise the achievements of young people and also build community capacity through skill
development. In this regard, it is recommended that both Programs continue to be included in Council’s
Youth Development program.
With respect to the Young Achievers Program it has been identified that there is an opportunity to increase
participation through lowering the age criteria from 12 to 10 years. This program has received requests from
applicants younger than 12 years of age who are starting to compete in their chosen sport.
YouthFM is a program that has the potential to increase its capacity and outcomes for young people. This
assessment is based on the current limited capacity the program has with respect to taking on participants.
The program has the capacity to take on 25 participants throughout the year.
YouthFM provides skills development opportunities for young people and social engagement. This model
works well however, the Program has the potential to do more including increasing the number of
participants. However, the Program also needs to be reviewed and consideration given as to how the
program can increase its value.
The draft 2019-2021 Youth Development Strategy identifies that YouthFM could be built on to contribute to
Objective 3 Young People Have Resilient Futures and Objective 4 Young People are Visible and Heard. In
this regard, it is still relevant to continue with YouthFM at this stage however, the program will need to be
reviewed.
URPS’s assessment of the Council’s Programs against CityPlan2030 and the State Youth Development
identified the following gaps in Council’s youth focused services:
1. That the documentation (i.e. program policies and procedures) associated with the Council’s Youth
Development Programs have no reference to the fact that the Programs or Service welcomes young
people of all abilities, cultures and backgrounds. The absence of such a reference may not promote the
message of inclusivity to staff or participants. In this regard, the associated Youth Development
Program policy and procedures will be reviewed and where appropriate this information will be included.
A strategy has been included in Objective.1Young People Are Well Connected, Included and Welcome
In The Life Of The Community to address this.
2. There are minimal programs for young people aged 13 to 17. This has been addressed in Objective.1
Young People Are Well Connected, Included and Welcome In The Life Of The Community.
3. Include pathways to employment through Local Government. A strategy has been included to address
this in Objective.3 Young People Have Resilient Futures.
4. Absence for programming for young people at risk. This has been addressed through strategies in
Objective.1. Young People Are Well Connected, Included and Welcome In The Life Of The Community.
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Next Steps
Whilst the development of the draft 2019-2021 Youth Development Strategy, takes into consideration all of
the comments which have been received, it is important to provide the community with an opportunity to
comment on the draft Strategy before it is formally adopted.
Community consultation will be undertaken in accordance with the Council’s Consultation Policy and will
commence on 17 September 2018 and close on 31 October 2018. A report and final version of the 2019-
2021 Youth Development Strategy will be presented to the Council for adoption at the 3 December 2018
Council Meeting.
Following the adoption of the draft 2019-2021Youth Development Strategy, the recruitment process for the
new Youth Development Officer will commence.
OPTIONS
Option 1
The Council can determine to not endorse the draft 2019-2021 Youth Development Strategy and not
undertake community consultation.
Option Two
The Council can determine to endorse the draft 2019-2021Youth Development Strategy for the purpose of
conducting community consultation. The Council has endorsed the development of a Youth Development
Strategy, and on this basis, Option Two(2) is the recommended.
CONCLUSION
The draft 2019-2021 Youth Development Strategy reflects the Council’s commitment to contributing and
supporting young people to actively engage and participate in community life.
Supporting young people in the community through social inclusive planning, being active and engaged and
learning new skills, builds confidence and capacity in young people and in turn this contributes to the
resilience of the whole community
COMMENTS
Nil
RECOMMENDATION
1. That the draft 2019-2021 Youth Development Strategy be endorsed “in principle”, for the purposes of
undertaking community consultation.
2. That the age range for the draft Youth Development Strategy be changed to 10 to18 years of age and
that YouthFM is recognised as a program which is exempted from this age range.
3. That the Chief Executive Officer is authorised to make minor editorial changes prior to the document
being released for consultation.
4. The Council notes that, following the community consultation process, a report will be presented to the
Council, outlining the results of the consultation and any recommended amendments to the draft 2019-
2021 Youth Development Strategy.
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