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Did you know that more than 70,000 people in South Ayrshire are members of our libraries?
Our libraries now serve more than 70,000 members across South Ayrshire — a fantastic milestone.
Girvan Golf Classic Competition 2025 - Winners Announced
The 36th Girvan Golf Classic was open to amateur male, female and junior golfers who hold a recognised WHS Handicap Index. 08 October 2025.
South Ayrshire Charitable Trust - Applications for Funding Now Open
South Ayrshire Council is pleased to confirm applications are now open to a fund available through the South Ayrshire Charitable Trust.
Girvan Library Shortlisted at Prestigious Scottish Library and Information Council (SLIC) Awards
South Ayrshire Council Libraries service has been shortlisted at the Scottish Library and Information Council (SLIC) Awards for its Lend and Mend Hub initiative. 6 October 2025.
New Director of Education for South Ayrshire Council
Scott Mulholland has been appointed as South Ayrshire Council's Director of Education. 02 October 2025.
Marr College Achieves Youth Voice 'Say It Out Loud' Level 3 Award
Marr College has become the first South Ayrshire school to complete the Thriving Communities Youth Voice 'Say It Out Loud' Level 3 Award.
Launch of New Sundew Badge Connects Young People with Nature
A new outdoor education award - the Sundew Badge - has been launched by Dolphin House, in collaboration with the team at the Galloway and Southern Ayrshire UNESCO Biosphere. 02 Oct 2025.
South Ayrshire Council Approves Annual Assurance Statement for Housing
South Ayrshire Council's Cabinet has approved the submission of the Annual Assurance Statement (AAS) to the Scottish Housing Regulator (SHR). 01 October 2025.
Council airshow secures win at Scottish Thistle Awards regional final
The International Ayr Show - Festival of Flight has won the award for "Best Community Tourism & Events Initiative" at the West of Scotland Regional Final of the Scottish Thistle Awards. 30 September 2025.
Exciting proposals for new Girvan Primary School campus approved
Councillors agreed a range of proposals relating to the development of the new Girvan Primary School campus. 26 September 2025
