Our top snapper!

By Nasik Swami: Kybybolite Football Club’s Noel Black is South Australia’s Community Sports Photographer of the Year. Black, commonly known as Blackie, was bestowed with the award at the South Australian National Football League (SANFL) Community Volunteers Awards on October 11, 2024, in the William Magarey Room at Adelaide Oval, with more than 300 attendees. The prestigious annual event recognises the thousands of volunteers who go above and beyond with their contribution to football. Speaking to The News, Blackie said the recognition of his photography was a surprise, as it was something he never chased or aimed for. “It is something that I genuinely love to do, and there are some really good sport photographers in the Limestone Coast,” he said.  “So, to be nominated and then to win was a thrill, but certainly doesn’t put me above any of the other wonderful sports photographers around our terrific part of […]

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“Pull their heads in”

Naracoorte Lucindale mayor Patrick Ross has fired a blunt warning at national politicians pushing for sweeping migration cuts, saying regional Australia “needs all the help we can get” as businesses struggle to find skilled workers.

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Passport adventure on a roll

School holiday fun is continuing at Naracoorte Library and Town Hall, with local adventures, creative activities, games and movies still to come.

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Speed cuts rejected

The West Wimmera Shire Council has expressed disappointment after the Victorian government declined requests to reduce speed limits in Goroke and Apsley.

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Coonawarra celebrates Cabernet

Spring is set to come alive in the Coonawarra Wine Region this October, with Coonawarra Cabernet Celebrations returning from 1 18 October 2026, bringing together three vibrant weekends of wine, food, music, and regional experiences.

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Come wander through our wonderful wetlands

The Limestone Coast Landscape Board is inviting the community to connect with nature these school holidays at Walk the Wetland, a free family-friendly environmental education event celebrating the importance of wetlands across the Limestone Coast.

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Lovegrass threat recognised

The African lovegrass has been announced as a new national priority weed for Australia.

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