Naracoorte’s iconic Kincraig Hotel has officially come back to life, reopening its doors on April 14 after 18 months of extensive restoration by new owners, the Dean Group.
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Naracoorte, April 22, 2026
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Naracoorte’s rising star
Leadership, determination, and the courage to step outside one’s comfort zone propelled Jack Barker to a major regional honour.
The 17-year-old Naracoorte High School Year 12 student and 2026 school captain has been named the Upper South East Lions Youth of the Year, a recognition that celebrates academic excellence, leadership, and public speaking ability among young people.
For Jack, the moment his name was announced was both emotional and deeply rewarding.
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Footy fever hits school
With the AFL Gather Round kicking off this week, students at Sunrise Christian School Naracoorte jumped into the footy spirit early dressing as their favourite teams and proudly wearing their colours.
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Diversity lights up the lake
Naracoorte’s diversity lit up the Swimming Lake on Saturday, as more than 150 people gathered for the Harmony Day Wish Festival.
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Waiting game for life-saving care
How long is too long to wait for life-saving treatment closer to home and support networks?
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From ghost stories to dance floor
From ghost stories at Struan House to stepping into the spotlight on the dance floor, Naracoorte’s Justine Drew is preparing for a very different kind of challenge this year.
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Who will it be?
Early voting begins at 8am on March 14.
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Death-defying thrills at Field Days
The Airtime FMX crew will launch motorcycles high into the air with gravity-defying freestyle motocrossstunts at the 46th Annual South East Field Days at Yakka Park, Lucindale, on March 20–21, delivering anaction-packed spectacle for crowds. Picture: SE Field Days/supplied.
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Top cop takes charge
SA Police Senior Sergeant Darren Parker has returned to Naracoorte as recently appointed Officer in Charge.
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Bridge hope
Some residents who rely on the Struan House Road bridge are hoping the Naracoorte Lucindale Council will listen to their concerns and choose not to decommission the crossing, saying its closure would significantly affect residents, local businesses, and the daily life in the area.
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Is Struan House being left to rot?
Is the slow decay of the iconic Struan House south of Naracoorte a case of “demolition by neglect” — and has South Australia squandered a once-in-a-generation chance to anchor cutting-edge agricultural research in the Limestone Coast?
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Southern lights stun Naracoorte sky
A breathtaking burst of colour lit up the night sky as the Aurora Australis shimmered over Naracoorte, transforming an ordinary evening into a moment of pure magic. The rare display, sighted by a local family and captured from their home, was shared with The News. According to the Bureau of Meteorology, the aurora was triggered by severe solar flares and was visible across parts of Australia on January 20, 2026. Picture: Brendan Marshall.
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