Adelaide Hills Council supplementary election - Councillor for Valleys Ward

If you are correctly enrolled for state elections in South Australia, you are automatically included on the council voters roll and will receive ballot papers through the post.

If you need to check or update your enrolment for future elections, you can choose one of the following options:

• Check my enrolment
• Enrol online (first time voters or to get back on the roll)
• Update my details online (for updates to your address, name or other contact details)

Council supplementary roll

If you are not enrolled on the state electoral roll you may be eligible to register on the council supplementary roll if you are:

• a resident or a non-Australian citizen who has lived at your residential address for one month or more
• an owner of an organisation or business
• an owner of a holiday home
• a sole owner, or group of owners, of a rateable property
• a sole occupier, or group of occupiers, of a rateable property
• a landlord of rateable property.

In accordance with section 15(5a) of the Local Government (Elections) Act 1999, council must purge the council's supplementary roll on 1 January of every election year. Therefore, all landlords, organisations, business owners or occupiers, and resident non-Australian citizens, must re-enrol from January 1 of every election year to be eligible to vote, with the exception of the City of Adelaide.

If you are unsure whether you are enrolled on the council supplementary roll, contact your local council.

Visit our Candidate section for more information about;

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• Responsibilities as a member of a council.

* More information for Candidates

CANDIDATE PORTAL ACCESS (link to external website)
Due to the high volume of supplementary election events scheduled for September, our candidate portal is currently unable to accommodate individual Council names. As a result, we have opted to use the generic label "September 2025 Supplementary Elections" on the portal’s landing page. Candidates wishing to nominate will select this option, after which they can proceed to nominate within their respective election.

In accordance with the Local Government (Elections) Act 1999, the draw to determine the order of candidate names to appear on the ballot paper was held on Thursday 7 August 2025. The result of the draw are detailed below.

ROBERTS, Scott

As an Adelaide Hills resident, I’m deeply connected to our community and passionate about protecting what makes it special. With a background in banking and investment advising, I bring strong financial skills to tackle the Council’s growing debt and ensure ratepayer money is spent wisely. I support small businesses, champion sustainable tourism, and believe in practical, transparent decision-making. I’m running to bring accountability, fresh thinking, and a community-first approach to Council one that supports local enterprise, protects our environment, and strengthens the future of the Hills for all who live and work here.

I live in Valleys Ward

Contact Details: scott.roberts16 @icloud.com

I am not a member of a Political Party

Campaign Donation Return

GLADIGAU, Richard

I have lived near Mt Torrens all my life. My family settled in the Adelaide Hills in 1849 and have remained an active part of the community since. I run two dairy farms supplying local cheese factories. My long-standing history in the area has discovered my passion for the hills and its people. I have always been committed to serving the community, being former Chair of the local church and school, played sport for Mt Torrens, and a member of the local dairy discussion group. I have been involved in state and national boards, inc. Dairy Farmers Milk Co-op, SA Dairyfarmers (12 years) and Australian Dairy Farmers (6 years, 2 years as President). These roles have developed my skills in leadership, governance, advocacy and strategic planning. If elected, I will be a strong voice for community, focusing on maintaining roads and infrastructure, reducing rates, enhancing small business, tourism and primary production, preserving our heritage and ensuring our elderly are catered for.

I live in Valleys Ward

Contact Details: 0429 807 682

I am not a member of a Political Party

Campaign Donation Return

PENNO, Mell

I am a passionate Northern Adelaide Hills resident of 8 years. I own and operate the Big Rocking Horse in Gumeracha (since July 2023). I am a proud member of the Torrens Valley Lions club, The Torrens Valley women's group and support the local food pantry and provide Gumeracha primary school lunches. I am a huge Community advocate and love speaking up and listening to Community concerns. I love communicating. I also received an award for active citizenship this year (truly honoured).

I live in Valleys Ward

Contact Details: 0407 996 070

I am not a member of a Political Party

Campaign Donation Return

TRESCOWTHICK, Alex

I’m nominating for Council to strengthen local industries, grow regional tourism, and help the Adelaide Hills lead in environmental excellence. I’m a vineyard owner, winemaker, and President of the Adelaide Hills Wine Region Association, with practical experience in regional leadership, sustainability, and small business. I also serve on the wine region’s Environment Sub-Committee, advocating for responsible land management and environmental stewardship. I’ve worked with Hills vineyards since 2007, owned property here since 2018, and have lived in Lenswood since 2021. I’m raising my family here and I care deeply about the future of our region and the community that supports it. My priorities include supporting local jobs, growing tourism, and strengthening community infrastructure. Having coached junior football in the Hills, I’m passionate about community connection and practical outcomes. I will listen, collaborate, and work hard to represent the diverse voices of the Adelaide Hills..

I live in Valleys Ward

Contact Details: 1658 Lobethal Rd, Lenswood SA 5240

I am not a member of a Political Party

Campaign Donation Return

STEINBECK, Matthew

Ratepayers deserve a candidate with extensive experience and that is passionate about improving the local area. As a currently serving Inspector of Police, if elected I will bring a wealth of experience in operational management, strategic planning and corporate governance to the council with a focus on service delivery, financial management and capacity planning. I have served on several boards and committees which gives me the skillset to ensure that whether you are a resident, local business or community organisation you will receive your fair share of the councils focus. I currently live in the ward with my wife and 3 children who all attend local schools, and I am actively involved in the community with sport and volunteering. I am excited to see the local area grow but we must ensure that the services provided are sustainable and focused. Public amenities, transport, parks and local tourism are specific areas that I intend to focus on if elected.

I live in Valleys Ward

Contact Details: steinbeck4valleys @outlook.com

I am not a member of a Political Party

Campaign Donation Return

BRAY, Martin

Competent basic council services should be delivered within community ability to pay. I advocate CPI rate capping, balanced budgets and debt reduction, helping deliver such a plan with other councillors at Onkaparinga where I served 12 years. I oppose: hills rezoning, and divisive identity ideology creep at a local level. I support minimal population growth, smart pocket developments within town boundaries, protection of existing residents from visual intrusions, diligent infrastructure maintenance, continual street tree improvement program, restoration of Australia Day, and cost-neutral sustainability initiatives. I’m university educated, retired successful small business owner of 30 years, published public health writer with Melbourne University Publishing and Choice Magazine and retired reviewer of cancer research grant applications. My past service includes CFS instructor and community member in Clarendon. I live in Mt Torrens. I am a volunteer manager at Steamranger.

I live in Valleys Ward

Contact Details: 0424 615 265

I am not a member of a Political Party

Campaign Donation Return