Naracoorte Lucindale ratepayers have spent more than $21,000 restoring one of the district’s most cherished symbols, the Town Clock.
Town clock ticks up $21k repair bill
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Naracoorte, June 24, 2026
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Disappointing outcome
Naracoorte Lucindale ratepayers could wait an extra five months to elect their next council under extraordinary state government legislation.
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Limestone Coast to cash in
With the Limestone Coast expected to host one of next April’s Gather Round fixtures, South Australia’s successful bid to secure the AFL Festival of Footy until at least 2029 is being seen as a major opportunity to drive visitors, investment and economic activity into regional communities.
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Freezing for a reason!
Students at Naracoorte South Primary School braved the cold for a fundraiser with a difference, taking part in the Big Freeze fundraiser for Motor Neurone Disease (MND) on June 11.
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Run the election
NARACOORTE Lucindale mayor Patrick Ross has blasted a push to delay South Australia’s local government elections, warning councils, candidates, and communities should not be left in limbo after years of preparation, months of planning, and public resources already committed to delivering a November vote.
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Flying high at camp
Adventure, teamwork, and plenty of laughter made for an unforgettable first camp away from home for 11 grade 4 students from Sunrise Christian School Naracoorte. Held at Adare Campsite in Victor Harbor from May 27 29, the three-day experience challenged students to work together through beach games, sand sculpture competitions, brain twisters, shelter building, and the Flying Kiwi. Student, Jack said the group had “lots of fun” across the camp, with the school also claiming victory in the tribal games. Pictured is Thomas taking on the Flying Kiwi challenge. Picture: Supplied.
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Koppamurra moves closer to mining
A globally significant rare earths project spanning the state’s south east is preparing to take a major leap towards mining, with Australian Rare Earths (AR3) to begin pilot-scale processing this month, potentially paving the way for a new industry and investment in the region.
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Don’t be scared
Naracoorte Lucindale Council should livestream its public briefing sessions and “don’t be scared” to engage more openly with the community.
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Budget relief, big projects missing
The Limestone Coast is set to benefit from a range of cost-of-living, education, and health measures announced in the state government’s first budget since the March election―but member for MacKillop Jason Virgo says the region continues to miss out on the major investment it deserves.
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Tattoo artist eyes council
Lifelong Naracoorte local and tattoo business owner Jay Zeuner has announced his bid for the Naracoorte Lucindale Council elections this November, promising ratepayers a “common sense” approach built on straight answers, transparency, and practical outcomes.
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Council backs hard waste vouchers
Naracoorte Lucindale Council voted to introduce a hard waste voucher system from the new financial year, replacing reliance on the annual hard waste drop-off day.
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Good news for graduate nurses, midwives
Good news for newly qualified nurses and midwives across the region, with applications now open for SA Health’s 2027 Transition to Professional Practice Program (TPPP).
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