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.
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.
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.
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.
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).
Firearms, drugs seized during Naracoorte search
A 26-year-old Naracoorte man was arrested following a police search at a Naracoorte property last week.
Council renews anti-fracking stance
Naracoorte Lucindale Council has renewed its opposition to hydraulic fracture stimulation, commonly known as fracking, following the state government’s move to introduce legislation that would bring an early end to the Limestone Coast’s fracking moratorium.
Death sparks hospital staffing calls
The circumstances surrounding the death of Naracoorte man Cody Williams have now been raised at the Naracoorte Area Health Advisory Council (NAHAC), with concerns emerging about the reliance on locum doctors and the need for stronger continuity of care at taxpayer funded Naracoorte Hospital.
Power bill fear for single mum
For Naracoorte single mother Michaela Dalton, every power bill brings the same fear ― that one day she won’t be able to keep the lights on for her daughter.
Love for migrants, loud voice for MacKillop
New MacKillop MP Jason Virgo has used his maiden speech in state Parliament to declare his love for migrants, openly discuss being gay, reflect on growing up in a Labor family, and promise to become the “loudest voice” for regional South Australia.
Cr Downward confirms re-election bid
Naracoorte Lucindale councillor Andrew Downward has confirmed his intention to seek re-election at this year’s council elections, saying he wants to see key projects already underway brought to completion.
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