Crossling undecided on 2026 run
Naracoorte Lucindale councillor Monique Crossling remains undecided on her political future ahead of the 2026 local government elections, with nominations set to open on August 25. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
Naracoorte misses out on Country Cabinet forum
While the state government’s Country Cabinet is set to return to the Limestone Coast next month, Naracoorte a major regional centre has been left out of hosting the key public forum where residents can directly raise concerns with ministers. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
Teen’s powerful plea
A brave Naracoorte teenager is fighting not just for her own health but for thousands of Australians silently battling a debilitating illness. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
Grundy corrects Westell, Crossling
CR Cameron Grundy has revealed numerous roads either partially or fully deleted since 2019 from Naracoorte Lucindale Council’s road hierarchy. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
Major step forward for AR3
AROUND 30 tonnes of ore from Australian Rare Earths (AR3) Koppamurra project will soon be processed in Sydney.
Police rule out foul play
Police have ruled out suspicious circumstances in the sudden death of Robe man Jaryd Dawson ― as a devastated family and community come to terms with the tragedy.
Iconic Kincraig reopens
Naracoorte’s iconic Kincraig Hotel has officially come back to life, reopening its doors on April 14 after 18 months of extensive restoration by new owners, the Dean Group.
No GP anaesthetist shortage?
Concerns over a potential shortage of GP anaesthetists at Naracoorte Hospital have been rejected by the Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN), with its chief executive stating the service is “appropriately staffed”.
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...
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...
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,...
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,...
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.
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.
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.
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