Bigger livestock trucks need access to farms
LIVESTOCK SA has welcomed recent freight efficiency reforms as a positive step for the livestock industry, but says the real test will be whether changes are backed by meaningful investment in regional road infrastructure. Livestock SA chair Gillian Fennell said the reforms respond to a genuine pressure point facing producers. “This is a practical response to a real problem. The fuel situation and freight costs are biting hard in agriculture, and anything that improves freight efficiency...
Virgo demands fair share
New MacKillop MP Jason Virgo used his first formal meeting with Naracoorte Lucindale Council to make a blunt case for more state support, arguing the district’s economic output was not matched by infrastructure, health, and service investment. Mr Virgo met with mayor Patrick Ross and CEO Kelly Westell last week, with the discussion centered on the region’s case for a bigger return from government. The district’s economy is substantial by regional standards, with a gross regional product of...
Naracoorte’s rising star
Leadership, determination, and the courage to step outside one’s comfort zone propelled Jack Barker to a major regional honour. The 17-year-old Naracoorte High School Year 12 student and 2026 school captain has been named the Upper South East Lions Youth of the Year, a recognition that celebrates academic excellence, leadership, and public speaking ability among young people. For Jack, the moment his name was announced was both emotional and deeply rewarding. To access this post, you must...
Paid like kings
“INTERESTED parties” and “affected persons” have until April 20 to make a submission to a statewide review of minimum and maximum salaries of council CEOs. Each council has a register of salaries listed on its website, which includes any additional benefits like cars, phones, iPads, and income insurance. Salaries of SE council CEOs range from the lowest paid, $178,531 plus benefits at Kingston District Council, to the highest, $250,505 with similar extras at Wattle Range. To access this post,...
Young drivers program
AN Austdrive young driver program will take place this weekend at the Naracoorte saleyards and on Carters Road which will be partially closed.
The program designed for 16 to 28-year-olds will run between 8.30am and 4pm on both Saturday and Sunday.
The program features real-life skills like safe steering when wildlife are on roads, understanding speed, fatigue, alcohol and peer pressure, overtaking safely, emergency braking, collision avoidance, and hazard perception to improve safety for learners and P-platers.
Library packs holiday program
The Naracoorte Library is set to come alive these school holidays, with a packed calendar of activities designed to engage young people, families, and the wider community.
Footy fever hits school
With the AFL Gather Round kicking off this week, students at Sunrise Christian School Naracoorte jumped into the footy spirit early dressing as their favourite teams and proudly wearing their colours.
New minister, no solution
South Australia’s new Health minister Blair Boyer has acknowledged demand for dialysis in Naracoorte ― but stopped short of committing to when, or if, patients will see the life-saving service delivered closer to home.
I am ready to get to work
A political earthquake has reshaped MacKillop―and its new MP says he is wasting no time. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
E-scooter footpath safety concerns
Local e-scooter users are being warned to strictly follow the law or face heavy penalties, as concerns grow over the way some riders are allegedly using footpaths. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL...
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. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE...
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. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL...
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.
Waiting game for life-saving care
How long is too long to wait for life-saving treatment closer to home and support networks?
Housing plan takes shape
Naracoorte Lucindale Council is continuing to map out the future of housing across the district, but key decisions on where and how development will occur are still some time away.
Man charged over ANCOR breach, weapons
A 29-year-old man from the South East will appear in the Naracoorte Magistrates Court on April 10 for breaching his Australian National Child Offender Register (ANCOR) reporting obligations, possessing prohibited weapons, and an ice pipe.
“I am sorry”
McBride ends political career
NLC supports cave research
Naracoorte Lucindale Council will contribute $60,000 towards a $900,000 Naracoorte Caves research project over three years.
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