TESTIMONIALS

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  “We are neighbours of the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church hall located on Fletcher Road, Mount Barker. 

Throughout our time as neighbours, we have found the Church and its members to be respectful, considerate, and responsible members of our community. They take pride in maintaining their property and are always approachable and easy to communicate with. Any matters that arise are addressed promptly and cooperatively. 

In our experience, the Church has very little impact on the surrounding area. Activities are conducted respectfully and do not cause disruption to neighbouring properties. The Church and its members consistently demonstrate consideration for those around them. 

Their support of charitable causes, community initiatives, and people in need demonstrates a commitment to serving others and being a positive influence in the region. 

We are pleased to offer our support and commend them as good neighbours and valued members of the community.” – The Salvation Army Adelaide Hills

  “As a neighbouring property owner, I can honestly say they have been excellent neighbours. We have always had a very good relationship. Whenever work, maintenance or improvements have been needed on either property, they have been cooperative and accommodating. They take ride in their property, keep it well maintained and are considerate of those around them… 

I have never been disturbed by church services or activities. The hall has operated in a respectful manner and has never caused issues for my business or property…

I have seen first-hand the support they provide through the Rapid Relief Team and I have been pleased to contribute food and support towards some of those efforts. The work carried out by RRT is of real benefit to communities and emergency services, and I regard it as a worthwhile and honourable cause. 

Based on my experience as a neighbour to an existing Brethren Hall, I have no hesitation in recommending them as neighbours to others… I support the proposed meeting hall for the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church at 224 Bald Hills Road and encourage the council and neighbours to give the application favourable support.” – Resident near Junction Road PBCC Hall

  “Teen Challenge South Australia operates residential rehabilitation and support programs… 

Through this work we regularly engage with local businesses, community organisations, churches, volunteers and support networks across the broader region. One of those long-standing relationships has been with Jon Butcher and the wider team associated with the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church community… 

We have found Jon and the wider PBCC community to be respectful neighbours who take pride in the presentation of their properties, maintain their facilities to a high standard and demonstrate consideration for those around them. In our experience, they have consistently sought to ensure that their activities complement the locality in which they operate… 

My understanding is that the proposed Mount Barker development is intended to provide a place of worship and community gathering facility for the brethren congregation they have been seeking within the region for many years… 

Based on my observations over many years, I believe they would approach the operation and management of the facility responsibly and with appropriate regard for neighbouring landowners, the surrounding locality and the broader community… 

I am pleased to provide this letter in support of their character, community involvement and commitment to being positive contributors within the communities in which they operate.” – Teen Challenge South Australia

  “As the Federal Member for Mayo, I welcome the opportunity to comment on the proposed Plymouth Brethren Christian Church development at Bald Hills Road, Mount Barker. 

I recognise the importance of ensuring that growing communities have access to appropriate facilities that meet a range of social, cultural and religious needs. Places of worship can play an important role in supporting community connection and enabling faith communities to serve their members and future generations… 

I encourage balanced and transparent assessment of the proposal, with due consideration given to the applicant’s needs, the planning merits of the development and the interests of the wider community.” – Excerpt of letter from Rebekha Sharkie MP