FAQs

This reserve was formed in 1992 when a larger parcel of land was subdivided to produce the residential allotments in the Formby Street and Sissons Road area of Strathalbyn. The reserve has never been developed beyond some perimeter planting and occasional slashing of plant growth.

The land is located on the southern side of Formby Street, approximately 50 metres west of the intersection with Sissons Road.

The revocation of the 4 Formby Street Strathalbyn land will enable the sale for residential development to occur. It is intended that if supported, the sale of the land parcel at 4 Formby Street, Strathalbyn will take place by way of an open and public disposal process.

Proceeds from the sale of the 4 Formby Street land provide an opportunity to re-invest into other identified projects, pay down debt or develop land parcels that could further contribute to Council’s strategic objectives while maximising return on investment for the community.  

The Strathalbyn Village Conversations were held in October 2021 with two drop-in sessions and a Facilitated Event. The Community's participation in the Conversations was enthusiastic with approximately 50 community members engaged both online and at the in-person events 

The key messages from the Village Conversation were;

• Youth engagement
• Transport (local and connections to Mt Barker, Goolwa and Adelaide)
• Support local business community, produce and events
• An inclusive, engaged and active community
• Green community
• Acknowledging and share First Nations culture

The key concerns from the Village Conversation were;

• Long-term infrastructure to support the growing population
• Sustaining the ‘village’ feel with natural and rural surrounding landscapes

Local and regional transport options