The Association had its beginnings as a Progress Association in late 1854. At a public meeting in early 1924 a Port Elliot Town and Foreshore Improvement Committee was formed, eventually becoming an incorporated body.
PETFIA's AGM was held on 24 September 2025. Both our President, Brenton Osborne, and Secretary, Peter Nichols, were re-elected to their roles for a frther term. Our Long time and very much appreciated Treasurer Jo Christmas, has retired from her position, and we await her replacement. She has kindly offered to continue as acting Treasurer for a short period pending the appointment of her successor. Geoff Mudge has also agreed to continue as our Vice-President. Belinda Sullivan and Steve Corbally have agreed to continue as Committee Members.
The repair of the shelters at the Croquet Lawns is ongoing, and we are pleased to report that discussions with Council have resulted in a decision to replace them in their original designs, and utilise as much of the original materials as possible. Construction has begun, with the Memorial Shelter well on its way to completion.
At Council's meeting held 15 September 2025 Council received and accepted unanimously without change the report on the Horseshoe Bay, Port Elliot Data Collection and Wave Modelling Study. [Click on the title above to view an extract of the report]. Council has since provided Popup Booth at the Port Elliot Show and held an information and community feedback session on Tuesday 22 October 2025 in Port Elliot to explain the outcomes. We encourage our community to familiarise themselves about the findings & long term future of Horseshoe Bay, and complete the My Say feedback on Council's My Say portal before the survey loses on 30 October 2025.
The current series of plaques around our town has now been completed, and an excellent job well done - keep a lookout for them on your walks.
The Community Garden Newsletter can be accessed by clicking on the title above.
