Decision details

Councillor Davis - MwN - Rymill Lake

Decision Maker: Council

Decision status: Recommendations Approved

Is Significant decision?: No

Is subject to call in?: No

Decision:

That Council requests the Administration to:

1.       Investigate difficulties experienced by animals at Rymill Lake in safely exiting the lake due to the lack of suitable purchase on the lake edges;

2.       Engage and work with Bat Rescue SA and Green Adelaide to assess the issue and develop a practical and humane solution to assist bats in exiting the water safely;

3.       Consider and investigate measures to improve water quality at Rymill Lake, including actions to reduce instances of E. coli contamination;

4.       Review current maintenance practices relating to the cleaning and removal of duck faeces, and consider whether increased frequency or alternative methods are required to support improved water quality; and

5.       Provide a report back to Council outlining investigations undertaken, any actions implemented or proposed, and associated timeframes.

Publication date: 27/01/2026

Date of decision: 27/01/2026

Decided at meeting: 27/01/2026 - Council