Let's Talk about Wadmore House
Coorong District Council is seeking input into the future of Wadmore House and land adjacent to the property.
In early 2019, the property known as Wadmore House located at 78A Princes Highway, Meningie, became vacant and Council is now seeking input, ideas, and the community’s aspirations for its future.
Owned by Council, Wadmore House and the adjacent land sits on 3 property titles. The first title contains the main building referred to as Wadmore House and various outbuildings, sheds and structures and the second and third titles (adjacent land) are vacant allotments consisting of a combined 6,863 square metres.
Built in 1866, and being the oldest existing building in Meningie, Wadmore House has served many purposes and is regarded as a historically significant building in the district.
Following community engagement undertaken for Council’s 2021-2025 Community Vision Plan, it was identified that a specific community engagement program was required for Wadmore House to capture the aspirations of the community.
Community Engagement
In accordance with Council’s Community Engagement Policy, initial engagement for Wadmore House, was undertaken over a six (6) week period in mid 2021. During this time community members were invited to participate and provide feedback on the future direction of the property, through either completing a submission form, providing feedback direct via email, phone and face to face or attending a community open day.
The submission form was developed around the themes of Infrastructure, Environment, Economy, Community and Leadership. The submission form also sought and encouraged additional feedback.
An initial open day was held onsite with approximately 63 community members visiting and providing valuable input and putting forward their thoughts and ideas for Wadmore House, two (2) subsequent days were held where an additional 10 community members viewed the property
Council developed two (2) versions of the submission form which included an online version and a printed version. Printed versions were mailed to 762 ratepayers living in and around Meningie, along with Narrung Peninsula and Salt Creek. Access to these forms was also made available via Council’s website, links via electronic and social media distribution, as well as printed copies located at all Council offices.
The findings and feedback obtained from 137 participating community members and stakeholders will be used to guide and assist in formulating the future direction for Wadmore House.
Council will provide updates on the project as they come to hand.
The Wadmore House, Meningie – Community Engagement Findings report is available on Council’s website below and printed copies are available at all Council offices.