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Southern lights stun Naracoorte sky
A breathtaking burst of colour lit up the night sky as the Aurora Australis shimmered over Naracoorte, transforming an ordinary evening into a moment of pure magic. The rare display, sighted by a local family and captured from their home, was shared with The News. According to the Bureau of Meteorology, the aurora was triggered […]
Kids drinking, vaping alarm
Alarming school data reveals some Naracoorte and Lucindale students are drinking and vaping before their teenage years are over.
Resthaven Naracoorte office temporarily closed
Resthaven Naracoorte has clarified that its community services office on Gordon Street does not contain asbestos, but remains temporarily closed following the January 10 fire at the former TAFE building next door.
Trevor Martin: 2026 Lucindale Citizen of the Year
While many clubs and groups struggle for volunteers, Lucindale’s 2026 Citizen of the Year Trevor “Smiley” Martin has been recognised for volunteering for 60 years.
Resthaven Naracoorte office temporarily closed
Resthaven Naracoorte has clarified that its community services office on Gordon Street does not contain asbestos, but remains temporarily closed following the January 10 fire at the former TAFE building next door.
Trevor Martin: 2026 Lucindale Citizen of the Year
While many clubs and groups struggle for volunteers, Lucindale’s 2026 Citizen of the Year Trevor “Smiley” Martin has been recognised for volunteering for 60 years.
Labor for MacKillop’s future?
As MacKillop heads toward the March 2026 state election, voters are being challenged to weigh experience, independence, and influence.
New bulk-billed medical service for Robe
The District Council of Robe has confirmed that a new primary healthcare service will commence at the Robe Medical Centre from March 2, 2026, ensuring the continuation of local medical services for the Robe community.
New family medical practice to open in Robe
Obelisk Health is delighted to be opening a new general practice in Robe following negotiations with the District Council of Robe to provide local GP and nursing services for the community.
Young philanthropists celebrated across Limestone Coast
The Stand Like Stone Foundation has proudly recognised the next generation of community-minded leaders through its ‘Schools in Philanthropy’ initiative, celebrating secondary students across the Limestone Coast who embody empathy, generosity, and a genuine commitment to others.
Work to start on Naracoorte Swimming Lake kiosk upgrade
Work will soon begin on the construction of a new undercover outdoor eating area and upgrade of the kiosk block at Naracoorte’s much-loved swimming lake.
Pledge a lamb, make a donation
Farmers across the Limestone Coast are being encouraged to pledge a lamb, make a donation, or join the Limestone Coast Sustainable Futures Association (LCSF) as the community ramps up efforts to protect prime farmland from the threat of rare earth mining.
Victorian artists open Naracoorte Gallery season
Two artists from Nhill, Victoria will exhibit their work at the first exhibition for the year at the Naracoorte Regional Art Gallery, which opened on January 16.
Naracoorte Market report: 20/01/2026
Cattle: LWB 23 – LWY 857 – LWC 297 – OAY 32
Your Say: CO2 emissions levelling off, climate risks remain
Your Say: Cliff Hignett, Naracoorte
Making a splash in Millicent
A Hurn Liberal government will commit $2.75 million toward replacing the concrete floor of the popular Millicent Swimming Lake.
Country Arts SA 2026 season highlights
The smash hit, riotously funny satire, ‘Trophy Boys’, opens Country Arts SA’s 2026 season at the Sir Robert Helpmann Theatre, off the back of a sold-out national tour.
‘Walking the Seasons’ 2026 walks announced
The Limestone Coast Landscape Board in collaboration with Burrandies Aboriginal Corporation presented ‘Walking the Seasons’ for the community in 2025.
Hot bridge, cool conditions
We were most fortunate with the weather last Thursday as conditions were most favourable to playing 32 hands of solid Bridge@Bowls. The bridge was hot while the weather was not.
Bridge: Bamboozling
I was visiting my 11-year-old grandson when he asked me to show him how to play bridge. I took a pack of 52 and dealt out one set of four hands and explained to him how the highest card wins, and if you could not follow suit, you could trump. After that one deal, he told me it was bamboozling, and if I really wanted to be bamboozled, he would show me his game, Yugi-o.
Mixed week for RSL pennant sides
Naracoorte RSL Bowling Club
Lower South East Bowls Association results
Midweek open pennant:
Scorching bowls at Serviceton
Serviceton’s four day Australia Day bowls tournament has come and gone for this year amongst our hottest weather this season.
Finals race heats up
The serious run to the Millicent & Naracoorte Cricket Association finals starts this Saturday.
Hosking shines in blustery Mount Gambier round
On January 19, a blustery showery day, there was a field of 74 at the Mount Gambier course.
Rating review
The Naracoorte Lucindale Council has begun a comprehensive review of how it raises rates, stressing the process is about fairness and equity rather than fixing a problem.
Community at heart
When Mohammad Yaseen Hakimi arrived in Australia as a young boy, he carried little more than hope and the support of family already building a life in the South East.
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