Thick foam seen floating along sections of the Naracoorte Creek poses no threat to the environment, wildlife, or the public, according to the Naracoorte Lucindale Council.
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Naracoorte, July 08, 2026
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Calls for long-term solution to regional broadcasting
When will the people of MacKillop get a long-term solution for consistent regional free-to-air television broadcasting?
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Limited feedback: Housing strategy adopted
Naracoorte Lucindale Council has formally adopted its Local Area Housing Strategy after receiving just three submissions during a 21-day public consultation period.
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Is LCLGA stronger now?
Questions over whether the Limestone Coast Local Government Association (LCLGA) is now in a stronger position after years of challenges sparked discussion at Naracoorte Lucindale Council’s May meeting as ratepayers face a higher membership contribution this financial year.
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Library’s ‘Eat the Rainbow’ inspires healthy habits
Healthy eating and active play are coming together at Naracoorte Library and Town Hall through the ‘Eat the Rainbow’ program — a community initiative designed to help local families build positive relationships with healthy food from an early age. Delivered by Naracoorte Library Customer Service Officer Tara Maresch, the program combines food education, tasting sessions, and movement activities to make healthy choices engaging and achievable for children and parents alike. ‘Eat the Rainbow’ is based on a government of South Australia – Wellbeing SA initiative and has been adapted locally alongside the library’s Active Storytime sessions. Ms Maresch said the program had previously run successfully as a stand-alone weekly offering at the library, but this version added a stronger focus on movement and family interaction. “The difference this time is that after the eating part of the session, children can be active with an obstacle course, music, and ribbons,” she […]
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Obesity crisis hits regional SA
New figures show overweight and obesity rates continue to climb nationally and across South Australia, prompting a series of state government initiatives aimed at tackling the issue, including Australia’s first ban on junk food advertising across public buses, trains...
Tackling obesity one step at a time
Preventive Health SA is encouraging regional families to focus on small, sustainable lifestyle changes as part of a broader push to reduce obesity and lower the risk of chronic disease. Through the LiveLighter campaign, Preventive Health SA is raising awareness of the...
PATS expansion welcomed, region still needs local specialist care
Naracoorte Lucindale mayor Patrick Ross has welcomed a major expansion of the state government’s Patient Assistance Travel Scheme (PATS), saying the increased support is “fantastic news” for regional patients, while stressing that people in the Limestone Coast should not have to travel hundreds of kilometres for specialist healthcare in the first place.
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Farmers call for long-term fuel security
MacKillop farmers are calling for stronger long-term fuel security as the federal government prepares to wind back its temporary fuel excise relief, warning regional Australia remains vulnerable to supply disruptions and rising fuel costs.
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5% rate rise, $7.6m for roads
Naracoorte Lucindale ratepayers will face a second consecutive 5 per cent rates increase as the council commits to its biggest-ever investment in roads, while a heated debate over a controversial $415,000 rural road upgrade exposed divisions over spending priorities.
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Mural wins international award
The vibrant half-court basketball mural celebrating the endangered South-Eastern Red-Tailed Black Cockatoo at Naracoorte’s Market Square Recreation Area is more than just public art―it is a story of conservation, community, and connection.
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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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