Overview

• Year 4 and 5 pupils from Melaleuca Park Primary School toured the City of Mount Gambier council chambers under the guidance of Mayor Lynette Martin.
• The visit provided students with hands-on exposure to council meetings, decision-making processes and the role of local governance.
• Mayor Martin introduced students to key council initiatives and encouraged civic participation through interactive question-and-answer sessions.
• St Paul’s Catholic Church marked its 140th anniversary with a special morning mass attended by parishioners and local dignitaries.
• Together, the events highlighted Mount Gambier’s commitment to nurturing civic awareness and celebrating its religious heritage.