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. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
Early fire season queried
WHO authorised the November 1, start to the fire danger season? Cr Cameron Grundy wants to know. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
$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. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
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.
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.
Future housing?
NARACOORTE has so much to offer for future growth, but no blocks for housing increases, according to Cr Craig McGuire.
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. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY...
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. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST...
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. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY...
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...
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...
A helping hand when it matters most
For people experiencing mental health challenges, knowing where to turn for help can sometimes be the biggest hurdle. But in Mount Gambier, a free walk-in service is making that first step easier, providing immediate support and connecting people with the care they...
A soldier, a mate, never forgotten
For more than four decades, Naracoorte Vietnam War veteran Private Robert “Bob” Liddy’s military service has gone without the recognition it deserved.
What happened to $500,000?
A $500,000 taxpayer-funded grant linked to a failed childcare development in Naracoorte remains publicly unaccounted for, even after the state government announced a fresh $12.7 million investment to tackle the town’s worsening childcare shortage.
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