Media response – Pear Tree Paddock

Published on 24 December 2025

Enquiry – The Advertiser

The reporter asked if council would be able to say how many expressions of interest it has received for the site so far and if an RV Park would be council's preferred use for the site.

RESPONSE ATTRIBUTED TO A COUNCIL SPOKESPERSON

A recreational vehicle (RV) park is one of the uses the City of Onkaparinga would welcome proposals for, noting that community representatives raised the need for an RV facility at a Council meeting in May 2025.

However, the Expression of Interest process is deliberately broad and seeks a range of ideas, including community, tourism, cultural or complementary commercial uses that deliver long-term benefits for Willunga.

An RV park is one possible option within that broader scope and could also form part of a mixed-use proposal.

Any proposal put forward must be feasible, financially sustainable and aligned with planning and land management requirements.

Council is unable to comment on the number or nature of EOIs received as the process is still live and will remain open until 6 February.

After the closure of the EOI a report will be prepared for Council outlining all submissions received.

ENDS