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.
Freezing for a reason!
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Naracoorte, June 24, 2026
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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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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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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.
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Walk Down Memory Lane
Stories of Naracoorte’s “good old days” came alive at the Town Hall last week as locals gathered to share fond memories of growing up in the district during the Naracoorte Library’s successful “Walk Down Memory Lane” event celebrating History Month.
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Naracoorte Primary set for classroom overhaul
New Education minister Lucy Hood visited Naracoorte Primary School last week as the state government progresses its election commitment to upgrade classroom spaces at the school.
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“Our story to tell”
Eight months after the death of 46-year-old Naracoorte man Cody Williams, his family says they are still searching for answers ― and demanding accountability so no other family experiences the same heartbreak.
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Our world record holder
Naracoorte’s Ben Copping is not only a familiar face at Woolworths ― he is now officially a world record holder, defying a lifetime of challenges with grit, resilience, and an unshakable love for sport.
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Teen’s powerful plea
A brave Naracoorte teenager is fighting not just for her own health but for thousands of Australians silently battling a debilitating illness.
Seventeen-year-old Mia McCarthy, a Year 12 student at Naracoorte High School, is speaking out about life with Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS), a chronic condition that leaves her struggling with “dizziness, faintness, brain fog, nausea and extreme fatigue.”
Diagnosed in 2025 after suffering symptoms since 2022, Mia describes herself as one of “the lucky ones” but says many others are not.
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Iconic Kincraig reopens
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’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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