Kybybolite takes 2026 A Grade netball crown
Kybybolite finished its season in premiership glory, powering past Keith 54–41 to secure the 2026 KNTNA A Grade title. Angela Donnelly was named best on court after Kyby held off a determined Keith challenge to seal the title. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
Cr Dennis backs down
Naracoorte Lucindale Cr Tom Dennis has bowed to public pressure and moved to replace his controversial $5,000 to $7,000 mayoral portrait proposal with a considerably cheaper framed photograph. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
Councillors question $20,000 survey
SOME councillors raised concerns over the value and purpose of a $20,000 community survey before Naracoorte Lucindale Council agreed to proceed with it at its August meeting. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
Creek a ‘diamond in the rough’
Naracoorte Lucindale councillor Andrew Downward has backed the Naracoorte Creek weir project, arguing its long-term value to the town outweighs concerns about its short-term cost. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
Weir costs spark concern
Ratepayers have turned up the heat on the Naracoorte Creek weir project, questioning its cost, priority and transparency as debate over the controversial development spills into the community.
Battle for glory
From left, Lucindale assistant coach Tom Fisher, Castec managing director Chris Castine and Kingston president Will Goode with the Castec Rural Supplies KNTFL Premiership Cup ahead of Saturday’s grand final at Mundulla. Kingston and Lucindale will meet in the A Grade grand final for the first time since the KNTFL was formed in 1993, after Lucindale defeated Bordertown in last weekend’s thrilling preliminary final. With a strong local rivalry between the two clubs and clear weather forecast, a big crowd is expected for the season final. Picture: Supplied.
Men rally for nurse
Naracoorte Men’s Cancer Support Group has called for urgent intervention to protect the Limestone Coast’s only specialist prostate cancer nurse, warning any loss of specialist care would place greater pressure on hundreds of men and their families.
No Moreton Bay funding pledge
The state government has stopped short of committing funding or setting a timeline to upgrade ageing rooms and bathroom facilities at Moreton Bay House in Naracoorte.
Council to survey residents on services and rates
Naracoorte Lucindale Council will spend $20,000 asking residents and ratepayers what they think of council services including whether they would be prepared to pay higher rates for improvements. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST...
Mum’s plunge for love
Standing 25 storeys above Adelaide, Glenda Herron was preparing to face one of the biggest challenges of her life. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
Mayor responds to portrait backlash
Naracoorte Lucindale mayor Patrick Ross says the controversial mayoral portrait proposal is a decision of the whole council, not his own. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
$10m upgrade promised for ‘poor’ road
A stretch of the Naracoorte to Bordertown road is expected to receive about $10 million in widening and upgrade works after the state government conceded the road was in “pretty poor condition”. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST...
One Nation backs fracking ban
A Bill to permanently ban fracking across the Limestone Coast has secured the support of One Nation following a push by member for MacKillop Jason Virgo.
“Let Tom Dennis pay for it”
A fierce public backlash has erupted over a Naracoorte Lucindale Council motion to consider spending between $5,000 and $7,000 on a formal portrait for each mayoral tenure.
Ratepayers face undisclosed weir bill
Naracoorte Lucindale ratepayers could be forced to fork out an undisclosed amount above the council’s $268,000 budget for a creek project designed, in part, to improve the town’s appearance and amenity.
Officer assaulted, patrol car keys stolen
A police officer was allegedly punched and kicked and had the keys to a patrol vehicle stolen during a traffic stop at Port MacDonnell on August 24.
Landlords urged to pass on hard waste vouchers
Naracoorte Lucindale Council is urging landlords to pass hard waste vouchers on to their tenants, with a voucher provided for each rental property.
Food bowl fights back
Alliance demands permanent fracking ban
Moreton Bay upgrade call
Shared rooms without ensuite bathrooms remain at Naracoorte’s Morton Bay House, according to member for MacKillop Jason Virgo, who says residents requiring high-level aged care deserve better.
Premier answers fracking fears
Premier Peter Malinauskas has defended his government’s move to lift the moratorium on fracking in the south east, saying it would not amount to approval for the controversial practice.
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