The District Council of Yankalilla has paid tribute to outgoing Councillor Bill Verwey, who has stepped down for personal reasons.

“Throughout his tenure, he has represented Council on numerous committees, demonstrating great commitment to his role and to the community.”

Mr Verwey was first elected to the council in a supplementary election for Light Ward February 2020.

He was subsequently re-elected in the regular local government election in November 2022.

Chief Executive Officer Nathan Cunningham has expressed his appreciation for Mr Verwey’s service.

“On behalf of the District Council of Yankalilla, I sincerely thank Cr Verwey for his dedicated service to our community and I personally wish him well in tackling his next challenge.”

The vacancy resulting from Cr Verwey’s resignation will trigger a supplementary election in Light Ward, which is the urban ward of the council, covering Yankalilla, Normanville and Carrickalinga. 

It is usually represented by five councillors and the rural ward, Field ward, is represented by four councillors.

The supplementary election for the Light Ward vacancy will be held in July, with enrolment for the voters roll closing at 5pm on Tuesday 30 April.

Nominations to run for council open on Thursday 23 May and will be received until 12 noon on Thursday 6 June.

A candidate briefing session will be held on a date to be confirmed in late May.

The election will be conducted by post, with voting packages sent out through the mail with a reply-paid envelope. to be returned no later than 12 noon on polling day, Monday 22 July.