Yahl Soldiers Memorial Hall Carpark Upgrade

Background

In 2023, the District Council of Grant finalised its Inner Townships Master Plan, outlining future improvements to landscaping, shared-use paths, signage, play spaces and lighting across key public spaces. These planned upgrades aim to make each inner township more accessible, connected and welcoming, while also reflecting the unique character of each community and supporting a growing population.

As part of the Master Plan, Yahl was identified as a priority location for investment in its public spaces, particularly at Kennedy Park. The improvements propose celebrating the Yahl Soldiers Memorial Hall through upgraded feature paving and improved landscaping.

What is Proposed

Council, in collaboration with the Yahl Soldiers Memorial Hall Committee, is now progressing elements of the Yahl Soldiers Memorial Hall upgrade at Kennedy Park, specifically upgrades to the Hall carparking. The proposed works include:

• Construction of 22 sealed and kerbed car parking spaces, including two accessible parks
• New concrete paths linking the carpark to the Hall entrance, barbecue area and toilets
• Removal of five trees on the north-east corner of the site (adjacent to the Country Fire Service shed) and replanting of five or more native trees
• Installation of two rain gardens to help capture and manage stormwater

Find Out More

• Review the proposed Yahl Hall Carparking Construction Plan
• Read the Inner Townships Master Plan

Have Your Say

Community members are invited to have their say on the proposed upgrades and works at the Yahl Soldiers Memorial Hall. Feedback can be submitted by:

• Completing the online feedback form below
• Emailing info@dcgrant.sa.gov.au
• Completing a hard copy feedback form located at Council's Principal Office, 324 Commercial Street West, Mount Gambier

Feedback must be submitted by 5:00pm Wednesday 17 December 2025.

Next Steps

All feedback received during the community consultation period will be considered by the District Council of Grant staff and amendments made to the draft car parking construction plan where appropriate. The updated plan will then be shared with the Hall Committee for final review and comment, with works anticipated to begin in early 2026.