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Barunga West Council is pleased to announce that the Bute Post Office will transition to new management from Tuesday, 27 October 2026.

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Barunga West Council is preparing for a festive day in Port Broughton, with the annual Christmas Festival returning on Saturday, 12 December, and a special milestone marking 10 years of the much-loved Santa Cave.

Barunga West Council is reflecting on a successful October school holiday period, with community events, family activities and local businesses bringing residents and visitors together across the region.

The next local government elections in South Australia will be held in April 2027.

Here Comes Santa Saturday 12 December

Families looking for things to do these October school holidays will find plenty of reasons to visit the Top of the Yorke, with a packed program of community events, markets, family activities, food, live music and sport across the region.

Barunga West Council has endorsed funding for nine community projects across the region through its Community Grants Scheme, supporting improvements to local sporting and community facilities.

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Barunga West Council has appointed experienced local government executive Andrew Aitken as Interim Chief Executive Officer, commencing Monday 31 August 2026.