Experienced employees

Opinion: Kim Radok, Credit Matters. Today, the business community is crying out for employees, yet there seems to be an almost universal campaign to ignore older workers in many businesses. By employing inexperienced and unprofessional employees rather than mature-aged workers, management is exposing their businesses to potentially many profit draining outcomes. The truth is however, generally, mature-aged workers bring many vital skills and experiences to the business. Furthermore, management has nothing to fear as these employees are mostly not interested in taking their jobs and unlike many younger employees, generally have better workplace ethics. There is an old saying, “… you cannot put an old head on young shoulders.” The same applies to your employees. True, younger employees are not burdened by past history, and are generally thinking differently about how a business may operate. In the day-to-day affairs of managing a business however, they lack the experience of older […]

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Artists celebrate places near and far

Mount Gambier artists of the South East Art Society will travel to Naracoorte to stage an exhibition showcasing places they have been and seen.

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Fears for Millicent as mill jobs face axe

Member for MacKillop Jason Virgo has called for urgent state and federal government support for Millicent workers amid fears proposed changes at the town’s mill will lead to significant job losses.

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Youth conservation crew takes action

The Limestone Coast Landscape Board’s newest youth environmental leadership program is officially underway. Launched as a pilot program in 2026, the Conservation Crew of the Limestone Coast brings together five passionate young environmental advocates committed to creating positive change across the region.

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Naracoorte Market report: 29/9/2026

Cattle: LWB 20 – LWY 499 – LWC 328 – OAY 16

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One foot forward for mental health

October marks the start of Mental Health Month, and with spring in full swing, the Black Dog Institute is calling on Australians to put One Foot Forward for better mental health.

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History of good wine and brandy

Naracoorte Men’s Probus Club members recently heard about the history of vineyards and wineries in the Coonawarra Wine Region.

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