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Hard Talk: Councils are struggling

Jun 24, 2025 | This Week's Issue, Top Articles | 0 comments

By Nasik Swami: Many local councils in the MacKillop electorate are facing serious financial strain, struggling to meet community demands while navigating complex partnerships with state and federal governments under the Local Government Act 1999. With a shrinking ratepayer base to draw income from, MacKillop MP Nick McBride is asking how regional councils—like Naracoorte Lucindale—can […]

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Southern lights stun Naracoorte sky

by | 28/01/2026 | Article, This Week's Issue, Top Articles | 0 Comments

A breathtaking burst of colour lit up the night sky as the Aurora Australis shimmered over Naracoorte, transforming an ordinary evening into a moment of pure magic. The rare display, sighted by a local family and captured from their home, was shared with The News. According to the Bureau of Meteorology, the aurora was triggered […]

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Kids drinking, vaping alarm

by | 28/01/2026 | Article, This Week's Issue, Top Articles | 0 Comments

Alarming school data reveals some Naracoorte and Lucindale students are drinking and vaping before their teenage years are over.

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Resthaven Naracoorte office temporarily closed

by | 28/01/2026 | Article, This Week's Issue, Top Articles | 0 Comments

Resthaven Naracoorte has clarified that its community services office on Gordon Street does not contain asbestos, but remains temporarily closed following the January 10 fire at the former TAFE building next door.

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Trevor Martin: 2026 Lucindale Citizen of the Year

by | 28/01/2026 | Article, This Week's Issue | 0 Comments

While many clubs and groups struggle for volunteers, Lucindale’s 2026 Citizen of the Year Trevor “Smiley” Martin has been recognised for volunteering for 60 years.

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Labor for MacKillop’s future?

by | 28/01/2026 | Article, This Week's Issue, Top Articles | 0 Comments

As MacKillop heads toward the March 2026 state election, voters are being challenged to weigh experience, independence, and influence.

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New bulk-billed medical service for Robe

by | 28/01/2026 | This Week's Issue | 0 Comments

The District Council of Robe has confirmed that a new primary healthcare service will commence at the Robe Medical Centre from March 2, 2026, ensuring the continuation of local medical services for the Robe community.

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