Riverland Regional Assessment Panel

The Minister for Planning constituted the Riverland Regional Assessment Panel, incorporating the areas of Berri Barmera Council, the Renmark Paringa Council, and the District Council of Loxton Waikerie, pursuant to the Planning Development and Infrastructure Act 2016 (the PDI Act). The Regional Assessment Panel commenced operations on 31 July 2020.

The following people have been appointed as members of the Riverland Regional Assessment Panel, in accordance with a Service Agreement between the Councils:

  • Independent Presiding Member
    Mr Geoff Parsons
  • Independent Members:
    Ms Sarah Elding
    Mr Cameron Gibbons
    Mr Grant Hewitt
    Mr Anthony Zollo (Deputy Member)

Cr James John is the Elected Member appointed to the Panel until 31 December 2026, on behalf of the host, the Renmark Paringa Council.

The Panel is a relevant authority for the purposes of Development Assessment in accordance with the PDI Act. The Panel in turn delegates some of its decision-making powers to the Regional Assessment Manager.

Committee Terms of Reference

Riverland Regional Assessment Panel - Terms of Reference

Agenda/Minutes

Riverland Regional Assessment Panel Meeting Procedures

Review of Assessment Manager's Decision

Next Meeting

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