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Locals fight to keep bridge open
Strong community opposition has emerged against the potential decommissioning of the Struan Road bridge, with the majority of residents urging Naracoorte Lucindale Council to keep the key crossing open.
Major cabinet shake-up, Picton dumped as Health minister
In a sweeping post-election cabinet reshuffle, premier Peter Malinauskas has removed Chris Picton from the critical Health portfolio, handing the role instead to Blair Boyer.
Mayor pay push splits council
A push to increase the mayor’s pay has split Naracoorte Lucindale Council, with councillors clashing over rising demands of the role ― and whether ratepayers should foot the bill.
Dialysis push gains urgency, council backing
Access to life-saving dialysis services in Naracoorte has reached a “crucial point”, with elected members moving swiftly to back a community-led push for urgent action at the March 24 Naracoorte Lucindale Council meeting.
Naracoorte Market Report – 24 March 2026
Cattle: LWB 21- LWY 351 – LWC 168 – OAY 21 Numbers were back to 570/head this week at Naracoorte, made up of 360 trade cattle, 183 cows, 21 grown bulls, and a few open auction young cattle. Quality was mixed with the regular buying group operating in a generally firm market. Young cattle sold […]
Tool to track fuel shortage launched
Federal member for Barker Tony Pasin has called on residents of Barker to report fuel shortages in their area using a new website, www.nofuelhere.com.au as communities across regional Australia feel the sting of the nation’s fuel crisis.
Grants open to strengthen community connections
Community groups and organisations across the West Wimmera are being encouraged to apply for funding through the West Wimmera Shire Council’s community strengthening grants program.
Pasin urges Barker residents to speak out on mobile bill
The coalition is calling for submissions to a senate inquiry examining Labor’s flawed mobile connectivity bill which is big on promises but short on delivery.
Bushman wins Spain trip
Ben Bryant, venue manager of the Bushman’s Arms Hotel in Naracoorte, has earned himself a trip to Spain after being named a co-winner of Duxton Pubs’ inaugural Celebrate Great Awards held in March in front of 200 people in Adelaide.
Naracoorte hosts World Day of Prayer service
The annual World Day of Prayer service was recently held at the Naracoorte Church of Christ.
Young Environmental Leader Program underway
The Limestone Coast Landscape Board’s Young Environmental Leaders Program provides students with hands-on experiences, project work, and leadership development.
Naracoorte RSL Bowling Club
Last Tuesday, our veterans participated in the Champion of Champions at Penola.
Bidding your lead
Last Tuesday morning, 14 attended social Bridge@Bowls at the Naracoorte Bowling Club. There has been positive feedback and it will continue till the end of April.
Paula, Mel, and Harvey dominate Round 8
Paula and Lily played the match of the night in a very close contest, with Lily winning the first two and then Paula fighting back to win the next two sets to even the scores and go to the deciding fifth set, which Paula won 17-16, although Lily got one more point 66-67 in an exciting long match.
Helen, Suman and Brendan win the night
The first Tuesday night of the autumn season started off between Pepsi and Mountain Dew, the two teams faced off in an early double that lasted five repetitive games.
Sporting clubs invited to “Switch the Play” on mental health, wellbeing
Sporting clubs from across the Limestone Coast are being encouraged to attend an upcoming “Switch the Play” information session, designed to help clubs strengthen mental health and wellbeing support within their communities.
“Power in plants”
in plants”
Perinatal mental health challenges for regional families
Associate Professor Alina Morawska, director of The University of Queensland’s Parenting and Family Support Centre and Triple P for Baby co-author, said an estimated 1 in every 5 women and 1 in 10 fathers or non-birth partners experience anxiety, depression, or both during pregnancy and/or following birth.
Locals fight to keep bridge open
Strong community opposition has emerged against the potential decommissioning of the Struan Road bridge, with the majority of residents urging Naracoorte Lucindale Council to keep the key crossing open.
Major cabinet shake-up, Picton dumped as Health minister
In a sweeping post-election cabinet reshuffle, premier Peter Malinauskas has removed Chris Picton from the critical Health portfolio, handing the role instead to Blair Boyer.
Mayor pay push splits council
A push to increase the mayor’s pay has split Naracoorte Lucindale Council, with councillors clashing over rising demands of the role ― and whether ratepayers should foot the bill.
Dialysis push gains urgency, council backing
Access to life-saving dialysis services in Naracoorte has reached a “crucial point”, with elected members moving swiftly to back a community-led push for urgent action at the March 24 Naracoorte Lucindale Council meeting.
Diversity lights up the lake
Naracoorte’s diversity lit up the Swimming Lake on Saturday, as more than 150 people gathered for the Harmony Day Wish Festival.
Your Say: Elected member, mayor allowances
It doesn’t matter how much of an increase we put on elected members or the mayor’s allowances. It will not create a better quality of elected representatives.
Your Say: Fuel
Some people may be interested in facts which are not encouraged by the government.
Waiting game for life-saving care
How long is too long to wait for life-saving treatment closer to home and support networks?
Season trophy winners recognised
The season trophy winners were presented at the AGM on March 16.
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