Mount Barker District Council

The Mount Barker District Council is the local government authority for Mount Barker, a rapidly growing city in the Adelaide Hills region of South Australia. It oversees a range of community services, planning, infrastructure, and business support for residents and businesses in the district. The council is located at 6 Dutton Road, Mount Barker, and employs around 269 staff across various departments including operations, health, finance, and engineering[1][3][7]. Mount Barker itself is notable for being the largest town in the Adelaide Hills and situated at the base of the Mount Barker summit, offering scenic natural surroundings and a blend of urban and rural lifestyles. The council plays a key role in managing development while preserving the area's character and environment, including tree protection and nativ