Private Road Name Proposal - Mount Torrens Road, Lobethal

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Location of 29 Kumnick Street, Lobethal Township and surrounding streets

Thank you for providing your feedback on the proposal to rename the private road currently known as Mount Torrens Road in Lobethal. At the Council Meeting on 22 July 2025, Council endorsed the naming of the unnamed private road to "Juniper Lane". You can view the Engagement Outcomes Report under the Document Library.


Update July 2025

At the Ordinary Council Meeting held on 22 July 2025, Council endorsed the naming of the unnamed private road currently known as Mount Torrens Road, to "Juniper Lane" in line with Council's Public Places and Road Naming Policy.

Following this decision, council staff will now undertake the following tasks:

  • Send notification to residents within the affected laneway of the name change.
  • Close the loop with engagement contributors.
  • Organise notification to the following parties:
    • The Registrar-General (obligation under section 219 (3)a, Local Government Act 1999).
    • The Surveyor-General (obligation under section 219 (3)a, Local Government Act 1999).
    • The Valuer-General (obligation under section 219 (3)a, Local Government Act 1999).
    • The Geographic Names Unit.
    • Relevant directories services (e.g. Sensis).
    • The applicant(s) who requested the place or reserve name or name change.
  • Arrange installation of signage at the intersection of Juniper Lane and Mount Torrens Road, Lobethal.
  • Update the Register of Community Land (as required by section 207 of the Local Government Act 1999).
  • Update the Register of Public Roads (as required by section 231 of the Local Government Act 1999).

Background

On the 25 February 2025, we received a request from residents within Lobethal, to rename the private road currently known as 2 Mount Torrens Road, Lobethal. The residents have requested the road be renamed to “Juniper Lane” to provide clarity for residents living within the laneway for mail/deliveries and emergency services access.

Council has a legislative process to review and address the naming of private roads and the policy can be viewed on the Adelaide Hills Council website or under our Key Documents.

The policy states that any renaming of private roads requires:

  • Notification to councillors in relation to the proposal. (Report to Council)

  • Notification to residents/property owners within a defined catchment of the reserve or public place, or where a name change affects a local road or place which is often given as a reference for access.

  • Notification in the local press and via social media, inviting public comment on the proposal will occur.

How can I provide feedback?

We are seeking your feedback on the proposal to rename the private road located at 2 Mount Torrens Road in Lobethal to Juniper Lane.

You can provide your feedback by:

  • Completing the online feedback form below
  • Posting your feedback to 63 Mount Barker Road Stirling SA 5152
  • Giving us a call on 8408 0400
  • Collecting a hardcopy feedback form from Woodside Library during opening hours.

Engagement feedback closed on Monday 9 June 2025.

If you need assistance to provide your feedback, or have any questions about this engagement, please email engage@ahc.sa.gov.au or call 8408 0400.

Thank you for providing your feedback on the proposal to rename the private road currently known as Mount Torrens Road in Lobethal. At the Council Meeting on 22 July 2025, Council endorsed the naming of the unnamed private road to "Juniper Lane". You can view the Engagement Outcomes Report under the Document Library.


Update July 2025

At the Ordinary Council Meeting held on 22 July 2025, Council endorsed the naming of the unnamed private road currently known as Mount Torrens Road, to "Juniper Lane" in line with Council's Public Places and Road Naming Policy.

Following this decision, council staff will now undertake the following tasks:

  • Send notification to residents within the affected laneway of the name change.
  • Close the loop with engagement contributors.
  • Organise notification to the following parties:
    • The Registrar-General (obligation under section 219 (3)a, Local Government Act 1999).
    • The Surveyor-General (obligation under section 219 (3)a, Local Government Act 1999).
    • The Valuer-General (obligation under section 219 (3)a, Local Government Act 1999).
    • The Geographic Names Unit.
    • Relevant directories services (e.g. Sensis).
    • The applicant(s) who requested the place or reserve name or name change.
  • Arrange installation of signage at the intersection of Juniper Lane and Mount Torrens Road, Lobethal.
  • Update the Register of Community Land (as required by section 207 of the Local Government Act 1999).
  • Update the Register of Public Roads (as required by section 231 of the Local Government Act 1999).

Background

On the 25 February 2025, we received a request from residents within Lobethal, to rename the private road currently known as 2 Mount Torrens Road, Lobethal. The residents have requested the road be renamed to “Juniper Lane” to provide clarity for residents living within the laneway for mail/deliveries and emergency services access.

Council has a legislative process to review and address the naming of private roads and the policy can be viewed on the Adelaide Hills Council website or under our Key Documents.

The policy states that any renaming of private roads requires:

  • Notification to councillors in relation to the proposal. (Report to Council)

  • Notification to residents/property owners within a defined catchment of the reserve or public place, or where a name change affects a local road or place which is often given as a reference for access.

  • Notification in the local press and via social media, inviting public comment on the proposal will occur.

How can I provide feedback?

We are seeking your feedback on the proposal to rename the private road located at 2 Mount Torrens Road in Lobethal to Juniper Lane.

You can provide your feedback by:

  • Completing the online feedback form below
  • Posting your feedback to 63 Mount Barker Road Stirling SA 5152
  • Giving us a call on 8408 0400
  • Collecting a hardcopy feedback form from Woodside Library during opening hours.

Engagement feedback closed on Monday 9 June 2025.

If you need assistance to provide your feedback, or have any questions about this engagement, please email engage@ahc.sa.gov.au or call 8408 0400.

Page last updated: 29 Jul 2025, 01:59 PM