Preparation key to surviving bushfires
After 31 years of fighting fires and witnessing the destruction they can leave behind, Mount Gambier Country Fire Service (CFS) Group Officer Jonny Lamond has a clear message for local residents: prepare your properties before a bushfire threatens. Mr Lamond, who is also a farmer, says the work property owners put into preparing for the Fire Danger Season can make an enormous difference when a fire breaks out. Having attended countless fires throughout his career, he has seen firsthand how...
Wet spring raises bushfire risk as summer approaches
South Australians are being urged to prepare their homes and properties for an elevated bushfire risk this summer, as increased vegetation growth following a wet spring is expected to dry out rapidly as temperatures rise. SA Country Fire Service (CFS) Director Community Risk and Resilience Alison May has warned that the combination of increased fuel loads and hot, dry conditions could create dangerous fire conditions, particularly in the north of the state. “Property preparation, proactive...
Bushfire warning
Limestone Coast residents are being urged to prepare for the upcoming bushfire season, with significant grass growth and above-average crops raising concerns about fire risks as conditions dry out. SA Country Fire Service (CFS) Regional Prevention Officer Scott Murray has warned residents against becoming complacent, despite the wet conditions experienced across parts of the region. Mr Murray, based at the CFS South East Headquarters in Naracoorte, said the Limestone Coast experienced a wet...
Why risk our food bowl?
Why put some of Australia’s most productive agricultural land at risk for rare earth mining when the minerals could be sourced elsewhere? To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
Naracoorte: “Poised for greatness”
Cr Darren Turner says Naracoorte is “poised for greatness” and going to be a regional hub.
Early fire season queried
WHO authorised the November 1, start to the fire danger season? Cr Cameron Grundy wants to know.
$1 million boost for Diagonal Road
Naracoorte Lucindale mayor Patrick Ross has welcomed a $1 million funding boost for the long-awaited reconstruction and sealing of Diagonal Road.
Coroner probes Cody’s death
The Coroners Court has confirmed that the death of 46-year-old Cody Williams, who died following three admissions to Naracoorte Hospital in just six days, is under investigation.
Promising chapter for Naracoorte businesses
The reinstated Naracoorte Business Association (NBA) is looking to rebuild connections, support local traders, and bring new energy to the town’s business community. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL...
Fracking ban faces Lower House hurdle
A bill to permanently ban fracking in the Limestone Coast has passed South Australia’s Upper House, but member for MacKillop Jason Virgo has warned the legislation is unlikely to clear its next major hurdle. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY...
Future housing?
NARACOORTE has so much to offer for future growth, but no blocks for housing increases, according to Cr Craig McGuire. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
Mayor sounds alarm over rare earth mine
Naracoorte Lucindale mayor Patrick Ross has raised serious concerns about the scale and potential impacts of a proposed rare earth mine near Naracoorte, urging residents across the Limestone Coast to turn out in force for a major community forum at the Naracoorte Town...
Young voices shine on stage
Naracoorte South Primary School choir students took to the stage at the Sir Robert Helpmann Theatre in Mount Gambier on October 22, showcasing their musical talents at the South East Primary Schools Music Festival.
Mountain bike track proposal
A proposed $90,000 mountain bike track in Naracoorte has sparked debate among councillors, with concerns raised over its location, community demand, and whether the investment would be worthwhile.
Kincraig crowned SA’s best country hotel
Naracoorte’s Kincraig Hotel has emerged as one of South Australia’s biggest winners at the 2026 AHA|SA Hotel Awards for Excellence, taking home four awards, including the prestigious Overall Hotel Country title.
Allowances up for next elected councillors
The Naracoorte Lucindale Council mayor in 2027 will receive an annual allowance of $83,608 after next year’s April 2027 Local Government elections.
AR3 defends mining plan ahead of town forum
Australian Rare Earths Limited (AR3) has defended its proposed Koppamurra Project, insisting it will not proceed unless environmental studies demonstrate no adverse impact on existing land use, including farming, viticulture, and forestry.
$11,000 water fix for cemetery
Concerns over damage to memorial plaques at the Naracoorte Cemetery have prompted calls for better water treatment, with the Naracoorte Lucindale Council confirming it has recently installed an $11,000 water conditioning system to address the issue.
Start small: Commissioner urges regional SA to talk early
People struggling with their mental health should not feel they have to wait until they reach crisis point before telling someone they are having a hard time, says South Australian Mental Health Commissioner Taimi Allan. As October marks Mental Health Month, Ms Allan...
Sometimes all it takes is someone to listen
Walking through the door can be difficult, that is why Mount Gambier Medicare Mental Health Centre tries its best to help you and acknowledge your effort. At the centre, that first step might begin with something as simple as a cup of tea, a comfortable chair and...
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