Council decisions/outcomes

During the consultation period, a total of 16 responses were received. Of these responses 16 were in support.

At its meeting on Tuesday, 24 February 2026, Council considered the feedback received from the community and made the decision to grant a 5 year lease (as well as an option for a 5 year renewal extension at the sole discretion of Council) to the South Australian Railway Modellers Association.

The lease terms and conditions include:

  • the lease fees shall be initially $1.00 with annual CPI increases on the yearly anniversary date
  • any other terms and conditions as set out in accordance with Council’s Leases and Licences for Sporting and Community Organisations Policy and
  • any other terms and conditions as deemed necessary by Council’s Chief Executive Officer or their nominated delegate which are required for this specific lease and site.

Read the community engagement outcomes report

Read the Council report (Council Meeting - Notice, Agenda & Reports - 24 February 2026 - see pages 14-179)

Read the Council Meeting minutes - 24 February 2026

Background

Located at 223 Lyons Road, Dernancourt, South Australian Railway Modellers Association (SARMA) was established in 1957 and currently has 116 members.

Welcoming adult, family, junior, country and interstate memberships, SARMA provides opportunities for members to engage in building and showcasing model railway layouts, participate in workshops, and attend social events and exhibitions.

What's being proposed?

If approved, the proposal would mean SARMA will be granted a 5-year lease (as well as an option for a 5-year renewal extension at the sole discretion of Council). This would allow SARMA continued exclusive use of the building (see map on this page).

It is anticipated a peppercorn lease will apply providing the organisation meets the criteria in the City of Tea Tree Gully’s Leases and Licences for Sporting and Community Organisations Policy.

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