Assignment of Lease - Dog Park Building - Foodbank SA & NT (Foodbank)

The City of Port Lincoln invited community feedback on a proposal to enter into a lease agreement with Foodbank SA & NT (Foodbank) for a portion of land and improvements comprised within CT 5709/805 commonly known as the Dog Park Building. The proposed lease is for an initial term of five (5) years with an option to renew for a further five (5) years following the recently completed expression of interest process for the use of the land and improvements.

Consultation was open from Thursday, 22 May to Friday, 13 June 2025, 10am.

Foodbank plan to establish a local Foodbank at the site — a significant step toward improving food security in Port Lincoln. As living costs rise, more families are facing food insecurity, and this service aims to provide reliable access to nutritious food for those in need.

Foodbank would initially open three days per week, expanding to five days once volunteers are recruited.

The Dog Park Building is considered suitable for the proposed use and planned upgrades are expected to:

• Improve passive surveillance of the area

• Enhance public amenities, including upgraded toilet facilities for both dog park users and Foodbank visitors

• Bring a currently underutilised facility into active community service

Refurbishment works required to meet compliance and operational standards are estimated at $120,000 (excluding GST) and would need to be completed prior to the use of the facility.

In accordance with Section 202 of the Local Government Act 1999 and Council's Public Consultation & Community Engagement Policy 2.63.1, the community wasinvited to provide feedback on the proposed lease, which includes the following key terms:

• An initial lease term of five (5) years, with an optional renewal period of a further five (5) years.
• A peppercorn lease fee of $1.00 per year (excl. GST (if demanded)).
• Foodbank to be responsible for all utilities and rates.

An information sheet on the proposed lease agreement is available in the Key Documents section on the right. Hardcopies were also available at the Council Office and Port Lincoln Library during the consultation period.