McBride to face court

By Nasik Swami: INDEPENDENT member for MacKillop, Nick McBride, will face the Naracoorte Magistrates Court on May 7, next month, facing three counts of alleged aggravated assault charges. Mr McBride has been charged by police with three counts of alleged aggravated assault by a person known to him—his estranged wife, Katherine McBride. A South Australia Police (SAPOL) spokesperson confirmed with The News that a 55-year-old man from the Limestone Coast was arrested on 10 April at Norwood, Adelaide.  Mr McBride is on bail. “The matter is before the court, and no further detail will be supplied,” the police spokesperson said. This newspaper contacted Mr McBride for comments. Our efforts for a comment remained unsuccessful when this edition went to press. However, his electorate office in Naracoorte said: “Nick is not going to make any comments on this whatsoever, and the same is with his office”. This newspaper has also contacted […]

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Promising chapter for Naracoorte businesses

The reinstated Naracoorte Business Association (NBA) is looking to rebuild connections, support local traders, and bring new energy to the town’s business community.

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$500,000 funding redirected to new childcare hub

The state government has now confirmed that funding previously allocated to a childcare project in Naracoorte that did not proceed has been redirected to the town’s new $12.7 million early childhood hub.

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Well, I’ll be Doggone!

Dogs are gone, or at least wild ones prevented from entering SE Australia.

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Sharing stories, shaping the future

The Limestone Coast community is invited to celebrate a year of generosity, achievement and local impact at Stand Like Stone’s 2026 Year in Review event.

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A night of wildlife wonders for Limestone Coast youth

Members of the Limestone Coast Youth Environment Council (LCYEC) experienced an unforgettable afternoon and evening immersed in the natural wonders of the region during their third forum of the year.

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Scholarships open for 2027

Students planning to commence or continue studies in 2027 are encouraged to apply for a scholarship through Stand Like Stone Foundation’s annual scholarship program.

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