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Aug 27, 2025 | Top Articles

RISING from his first task as a livestock buyer on the walkway of the Naracoorte saleyards with Ian Perryman, Darren Thomas has piloted Thomas Foods International (TFI) into a global company with a $3 billion turnover.

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Childcare crunch

by | 15/07/2026 | Article, Community Stories, This Week's Issue, Top Articles | 0 Comments

A shortage of childcare places is preventing families from returning to work, placing pressure on local businesses, and limiting economic growth across Naracoorte Lucindale, according to a major new regional report.

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Rare earths row

by | 15/07/2026 | Article, Community Stories, This Week's Issue, Top Articles | 0 Comments

Australian Rare Earths’ (AR3) proposed Koppamurra rare earths project near Naracoorte is back in the spotlight following the release of its pre-feasibility study.

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H5 bird flu detected in Robe

by | 15/07/2026 | Article, Community Stories, This Week's Issue, Top Articles | 0 Comments

A dead seabird found at Robe Marina has become the first Australian seabird confirmed to have H5 bird flu, prompting authorities to urge the public not to touch sick or dead birds as surveillance continues across South Australia.

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Council election delay adds budget pressure

by | 15/07/2026 | Article, Community Stories, This Week's Issue, Top Articles | 0 Comments

The delayed local government elections are already creating new planning pressures for the Naracoorte Lucindale Council.

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No threat

by | 08/07/2026 | Article, Community Stories, This Week's Issue, Top Articles | 0 Comments

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

by | 08/07/2026 | Article, Community Stories, This Week's Issue, Top Articles | 0 Comments

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

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