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Communities Fun Day back for 2026
South Ayrshire Council's award‑winning Communities Fun Day is set to return on Saturday 16 May 2026. 24 April 2026
Councillors to consider £5.8m Road Improvement Plan for 2026/27
Investment in the area's carriageways, footways, street lighting, bridges, coastal defences and wider transport infrastructure. 23 April 2026.
South Ayrshire celebrates achievements at Duke of Edinburgh's Awards
Over 300 young people from South Ayrshire recently received their Duke of Edinburgh's Award at a ceremony organised by the Council's Thriving Communities - Health and Wellbeing team.
Next stage of improvements to progress at Citadel
The next stage of internal construction works has commenced at the Citadel Leisure Centre as part of the significant upgrades to the facility. 15 April 2026.
Positive inspection report praises Holmston Primary staff and pupils
Holmston Primary School recently received a positive inspection report from Education Scotland. 14 April 2026.
Council Launches Nature Focussed Project During Earth Hour Event
South Ayrshire Council's Ranger Service recently launched a brand-new nature focussed project at an event held on the day of 'Earth Hour' at Ayr Town Hall.
New Event Application Process Strengthens Safety and Streamlines Registration in South Ayrshire
Event organisers will now complete a single online Event Application Form. 30 March 2026
Key projects identified for Prestwick Regeneration masterplan
At a Council meeting on Thursday 26 March, Councillors agreed to progress three major projects using funding from the Prestwick Capital Regeneration budget. 27 March 2026.
South Ayrshire Schools Compete in Regional Heats for Annual Euroquiz Competition
The South Ayrshire regional heats of the annual Euroquiz competition were held on Tuesday 24 March at Ayr Town Hall.
South Ayrshire Council launches £2 million regeneration programme for Maybole
The investment will be used to strengthen the town centre, support local businesses, and enhance public spaces. 26 March 2026.