Holiday joy on a budget: How to create magical Christmas memories and a strong family bond

Dec 12, 2023 | Article, Community Stories

By Triple P Parenting

As the holiday season approaches, many family budgets will be strained as a result of the cost-of-living crisis, and parents and carers may find it harder to provide a memorable Christmas for their kids.
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Thick foam seen floating along sections of the Naracoorte Creek poses no threat to the environment, wildlife, or the public, according to the Naracoorte Lucindale Council.

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Calls for long-term solution to regional broadcasting

When will the people of MacKillop get a long-term solution for consistent regional free-to-air television broadcasting?

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Limited feedback: Housing strategy adopted

Naracoorte Lucindale Council has formally adopted its Local Area Housing Strategy after receiving just three submissions during a 21-day public consultation period.

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Is LCLGA stronger now?

Questions over whether the Limestone Coast Local Government Association (LCLGA) is now in a stronger position after years of challenges sparked discussion at Naracoorte Lucindale Council’s May meeting as ratepayers face a higher membership contribution this financial year.

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Library’s ‘Eat the Rainbow’ inspires healthy habits

Healthy eating and active play are coming together at Naracoorte Library and Town Hall through the ‘Eat the Rainbow’ program — a community initiative designed to help local families build positive relationships with healthy food from an early age. Delivered by Naracoorte Library Customer Service Officer Tara Maresch, the program combines food education, tasting sessions, and movement activities to make healthy choices engaging and achievable for children and parents alike. ‘Eat the Rainbow’ is based on a government of South Australia – Wellbeing SA initiative and has been adapted locally alongside the library’s Active Storytime sessions. Ms Maresch said the program had previously run successfully as a stand-alone weekly offering at the library, but this version added a stronger focus on movement and family interaction. “The difference this time is that after the eating part of the session, children can be active with an obstacle course, music, and ribbons,” she […]

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Obesity crisis hits regional SA

New figures show overweight and obesity rates continue to climb...