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The state government says it has “a much better relationship” with Naracoorte’s general practitioners than in previous years, acknowledging past breakdowns while signalling renewed willingness to work together to support local hospital services.
EMERGENCY services minister Rhiannon Pearce was asked in state Parliament to revisit the November 1 start to the Lower South East fire danger season.
Naracoorte Lucindale mayor Patrick Ross says while the recent spring rain has brought some relief to local farmers, the financial scars of this year’s dry spell remain.
A 40-year-old man has been charged with online child sex offences and will appear at the Bordertown Magistrates Court on 19 December.
THIS summer, everyone — young, old or less mobile — will have a chance to enjoy the sparkling waters of Naracoorte Swimming Lake, thanks to a community-driven project that has transformed accessibility at one of the town’s most beloved landmarks.
Independent member for MacKillop, Nick McBride, says he sees newly-endorsed Liberal candidate Rebekah Rosser as a “threat” to his hold on the seat heading into next year’s state election — but insists his independence puts him in the “box seat” to deliver more for the electorate.
NARACOORTE police are urging people to lock their houses, vehicles, and farms following a series of crimes which have kept them busy throughout October.
The state government has no plans to restore 24-hour police station operations in Naracoorte or other Limestone Coast towns, despite growing frustration from regional communities over slow response times and reduced police visibility.
Naracoorte Lucindale councillor Craig McGuire says council meetings held in Lucindale and Frances are a waste of ratepayer money, arguing that the $70,000 invested in livestreaming technology makes off-site gatherings unnecessary.
Independent member for MacKillop Nick McBride says he will “plough on” through the storm of six alleged domestic violence charges, an ongoing court case, and his campaign for re-election at next year’s state poll.
Naracoorte Lucindale Council’s director of infrastructure and services, Daniel Willsmore, has resigned his position.
MacKillop MP Nick McBride is facing three additional charges of alleged assault against his estranged wife, bringing the total number of charges against him to six.
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