Sellicks Hill Old Closed Roads - proposed land revocation

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Council has received a proposal from Ashley Park Pastoral, a farming property at Sellicks Hill, to purchase 4 old road reserves that run through their land.

These road reserves are Closed Roads that are no longer used as public roads. Many rural properties still contain these old surveyed road corridors which over time have become part of surrounding farmland and are not accessible to the public because they run through private property.

The land involved in this proposal is legally described as Allotments C, D, E and F in Road Plan 1635. When the Local Government Act 1999 came into effect, land like this was automatically classified as community land.

Council has assessed these unused road reserves and determined they are surplus to Council’s needs. Because of this, Council is considering a proposal to revoke the community land classification so the land can be sold to the adjoining property owner.

Why consultation is required

Community land cannot be sold unless its classification is formally revoked through a process set out in the Local Government Act.

This process requires Council to:

  • prepare a Community Land Revocation Report

  • consult with the community

  • consider all submissions received before making a decision.

If Council decides to proceed after consultation, the proposal must also be approved by the Minister for Local Government before the land can be sold.

Importantly, declaring land 'surplus does not mean it will automatically be sold. The revocation process ensures the proposal is transparent and that community views are considered before any decisions are made.

Council is now inviting the community to review the Community Land Revocation Report and share feedback on the proposal.

This is your opportunity to tell us:

  • whether you support or oppose the proposed revocation

  • what factors Council should consider when making its decision.

Your feedback will help Council understand local perspectives and ensure any decision considers the long-term interests of the community.

This community consultation program will conclude Wednesday, 29 April 2026

The Community Land Revocation Report has been prepared in accordance with Section 194 of the Local Government Act 1999 and is available to download from this page. Copies are also available to view at the Council Office, Monday to Friday 9.00am to 5.00pm.

How you can participate

  • Ask a question here at Your Say Yankalilla
  • Complete the Submission Form online here or pick up a hard copy from Council
  • Provide a written submission by email to participate@yankalilla.sa.gov.au, post to PO Box 9, Yankalilla SA 5203 or deliver it to Council
  • Prefer a conversation? Contact Council staff on (08) 8558 0200 to arrange a time to discuss.

Council has received a proposal from Ashley Park Pastoral, a farming property at Sellicks Hill, to purchase 4 old road reserves that run through their land.

These road reserves are Closed Roads that are no longer used as public roads. Many rural properties still contain these old surveyed road corridors which over time have become part of surrounding farmland and are not accessible to the public because they run through private property.

The land involved in this proposal is legally described as Allotments C, D, E and F in Road Plan 1635. When the Local Government Act 1999 came into effect, land like this was automatically classified as community land.

Council has assessed these unused road reserves and determined they are surplus to Council’s needs. Because of this, Council is considering a proposal to revoke the community land classification so the land can be sold to the adjoining property owner.

Why consultation is required

Community land cannot be sold unless its classification is formally revoked through a process set out in the Local Government Act.

This process requires Council to:

  • prepare a Community Land Revocation Report

  • consult with the community

  • consider all submissions received before making a decision.

If Council decides to proceed after consultation, the proposal must also be approved by the Minister for Local Government before the land can be sold.

Importantly, declaring land 'surplus does not mean it will automatically be sold. The revocation process ensures the proposal is transparent and that community views are considered before any decisions are made.

Council is now inviting the community to review the Community Land Revocation Report and share feedback on the proposal.

This is your opportunity to tell us:

  • whether you support or oppose the proposed revocation

  • what factors Council should consider when making its decision.

Your feedback will help Council understand local perspectives and ensure any decision considers the long-term interests of the community.

This community consultation program will conclude Wednesday, 29 April 2026

The Community Land Revocation Report has been prepared in accordance with Section 194 of the Local Government Act 1999 and is available to download from this page. Copies are also available to view at the Council Office, Monday to Friday 9.00am to 5.00pm.

How you can participate

  • Ask a question here at Your Say Yankalilla
  • Complete the Submission Form online here or pick up a hard copy from Council
  • Provide a written submission by email to participate@yankalilla.sa.gov.au, post to PO Box 9, Yankalilla SA 5203 or deliver it to Council
  • Prefer a conversation? Contact Council staff on (08) 8558 0200 to arrange a time to discuss.

  • Sellicks Hill Old Closed Road Reserves Revocation

    Council has received a proposal from Ashley Park Pastoral to purchase 4 old closed road reserves within their Sellicks Hill farming property. These closed roads are not accessible to the public and have become part of surrounding farmland. Council has assessed the land as surplus and is considering revoking this classification to enable potential sale.

    This is your opportunity to tell us:

    • whether you support or oppose the proposed revocation; and
    • what factors Council should consider when making its decision?

    Your feedback will help Council understand local perspectives and ensure any decision considers the long-term interests of the community.

    This survey will close on Wednesday, 29 April 2026.

    You are asked to register a screen name and email address to participate online. The survey also includes a few questions about you and your connection to the district. This information helps us validate submissions and understand who is participating. 

    Submissions may be published in Council publications as part of the public record. Any personal information you provide will be de-identified for reporting purposes, meaning your responses will be combined with others and not linked your personal information. Where a submission is made on behalf of a group or organisation, the organisation’s name may be published. 

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