sentences:  Local government in Mount Gambier was established in 1863, when the "District Council of Mount Gambier" met for the first time, and Edward Wehl was elected the inaugural chairman.In December 1864 the District Council of Mount Gambier was divided into the District Council of Mount Gambier West (Town Council) and the District Council of Mount Gambier East.In May 1876 another division occurred resulting in the formation of the first town council with John Watson as Mayor.