What’s the motive?

By Nasik Swami. A former Naracoorte mayor has called on the public to question the motives of anyone seeking division in the country. The call from Ken Grundy follows the Commonwealth Government’s referendum, which will create an Indigenous Voice through a change in the constitution. Mr Grundy said the public had every right to contact its elected members of parliament to voice their concerns about the proposed changes. “Therefore, we are all recognised, and to grant an extra avenue for any group to influence the representatives will cause division. “It will set a precedent for other groups to also have a Voice. Where would it stop? We should question the motives of anyone seeking such division.” Mr Grundy said the Australian Prime Minister was determined to have the Voice included in the Constitution. “Indigenous support gained through several hundred committees stands at around $38billion per year. One committee, the NIAA, […]

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Full-time JP service for Naracoorte

Full-time Justice of the Peace (JP) services are now available at the MacKillop Electorate Office right here in Naracoorte.

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Food bowl fights back

Alliance demands permanent fracking ban

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What’s happening at Naracoorte Library and Town Hall

This year’s Book Week theme is Symphony of Stories. Our much-loved children’s programmer Tara from the library will host our Book Week celebration once again, and everyone is invited to join the fun.

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Karen, Jacki win foursomes

Last week’s competition, a Canadian Foursomes, was sponsored by the family of Julie Bagshaw. Golfers played in pairs, teeing off the first and the tenth.

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Lucindale powers home

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Moreton Bay upgrade call

Shared rooms without ensuite bathrooms remain at Naracoorte’s Morton Bay House, according to member for MacKillop Jason Virgo, who says residents requiring high-level aged care deserve better.

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