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Balharry Memorial Kindergarten fundraiser

Balharry Memorial Kindergarten fundraiser

by | Jul 11, 2023 | , , ,

By Rachel Savage Exciting new advancements are in the works for The Balharry Memorial Children’s Centre in Lucindale at the start of 2024. One of the advancements include new nature play spaces for the children to enjoy and engage in. The centre is looking to raise $30,000 by the end of the year for new nature play spaces. The new play spaces will include a bridge, fort and a cave. The Governing Council and staff at the centre are excited for the children to have improved outdoor play spaces to encourage physical development and imaginative play. The centre will be fundraising throughout 2023 with our current fundraiser a wood drive. Parents and staff have been busy cutting and splitting fire wood for the public to purchase. The wood is being stockpiled at WE US AN CO and is for sale at $330/tonne. Anyone interest in purchasing some fire wood should […]

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Lochaber WAB New Year

Lochaber WAB New Year

by | Jul 11, 2023 | , , ,

By Angie Burzacott Tuesday June 6th, Lochaber WAB Members gathered at Lochaber Hall. Following a most enjoyable 2021/2022 year the meeting was called to close business for the 2022/2023 Year. All Office Bearers vacated their positions. The Annual General Meeting then proceeded.  CHAIR PERSON – Chris Thornton SECRETARY – Lyn Bellman Lochaber WAB are a small group of members and at times these positions take some time with care to fill. As numbers have dropped, we opened a discussion about how we all enjoy the friendships, sharing different activities we know that to see this Branch fold, is not an option! Knowing how full everyone’s lives are, the suggestion was put forward, that all of us “share the load”. No one is expected to do it all. Don’t hesitate to ask for assistance and ideas and plans can be fulfilled. Each year WAB choose a “Country Of Study”. This year […]

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First taste of 2023 looks a classic

First taste of 2023 looks a classic

by | Jul 11, 2023 | , , , ,

By Coonawarra Vignerons The Coonawarra Wine industry, together with other representatives from the Limestone Coast Wine Region, have gathered to undertake a ‘post vintage tasting’ of over 100 wines from the 2023 Vintage. Wine bottles lined the tables of the Coonawarra Hall on Wednesday 7th June, as winemakers and production staff alike, revealed their offerings in an opportunity to gain a view of the 2023 vintage from across the region. Bruce Gregory, Senior Winemaker for Majella Wines, has been involved with hosting the Post Vintage tasting for quite a few years, and was very impressed with the samples that had been submitted for tasting from producers across the region. “There is no shortage of variety in the bottles presented, from light whites to robust reds. To some extent many of the wines are in an unfinished condition, however, the tasting is by no means a wine show.” “It’s an opportunity […]

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Lochaber WAB New Year

McGrath Breast Care Nurse bolsters support for breast cancer patients in the Upper South-East

by | Jul 11, 2023 | , , , ,

By McGrath Foundation Families impacted by breast cancer in the Upper South-East of South Australia will receive a huge boost in support, with the addition of a new McGrath Breast Care Nurse to the area. With 57 people diagnosed with breast cancer every day in Australia there is an increasing need for specialist McGrath Breast Care Nurses to support those impacted by the disease. McGrath Breast Care Nurses provide important physical, psychosocial and emotional support to local families experiencing breast cancer, from the time of diagnosis and throughout treatment. Research by the McGrath Foundation shows early access to a McGrath Breast Care Nurse improves both the outcomes and experience of a person with breast cancer. Holly Masters, McGrath Foundation CEO, said the newest nurse will provide free care and support for families in the community. “Our McGrath Breast Care Nurses are patient advocates, navigating patients through the complex medical system. […]

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Naracoorte Market 4/07/2023

by | Jul 11, 2023 | , , ,

By Graham Pymer, MLA Cattle: LWB 27 – LWY 209 – LWC 143 – OAY 5 Naracoorte agents yarded a larger offering of 384 cattle this week, made up of 209 young cattle, 125 cows, 27 bulls and a few open auction young cattle. Quality was mostly good with the usual buying group operating in a dearer market over most categories. Young cattle sold to 436c to be to 20c/kg dearer. The few grown steers sold to 330c to be dearer on last week. Beef bred cows sold to 260c/kg to be to 10c/kg dearer with the 2 and 3 score cows to 20c/kg dearer in places.   Young cattle mostly sold to the trade from 265c to 426c and to feeders from 265c to 376c/kg. Grown steers sold from 300c to 330c, with the grown heifers selling from 264c to 305c/kg, to be 10c to 20c/kg up on last […]

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Go girls!

Go girls!

by | Jul 11, 2023 | , , ,

By Kristin Murdock Women in agriculture in Australia are actively involved in various aspects of the agricultural industry. They play crucial roles in farming, agribusiness, research, education, and advocacy. The agricultural sector in Australia offers numerous opportunities for girls and women to pursue rewarding careers and make significant contributions to the industry’s development and sustainability. The desire to contribute to the traditionally male-dominated industry is evident in the Naracoorte area, with Naracoorte High School students, keen to be a part of the sector. NHS students, Eliza and Millie, who are in Year 7, are both keen to have a future in agriculture and are currently studying the subject as part of their curriculum. “I really think girls can play a big part in the agriculture industry,” Millie said. Eliza, who hails from a farm near Naracoorte said she loved the lifestyle and the opportunities it offers. “Even though we have […]

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Lochaber WAB New Year

People still getting sick

by | Jul 11, 2023 | , , ,

By Chris Oldfield COVID, various types of influenza and “man-flu” as well as respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) are making some people very sick throughout the district. The Federal Government announced last February it was closing the Naracoorte Respiratory Clinic. But that did not mean the end of COVID or other respiratory illnesses for residents and visitors. “COVID is certainly still going through Naracoorte at the moment,” Dr Jeffery Taylor said. In 2020 Dr Taylor of Kincraig Medical Clinic was the first doctor rostered for the government’s respiratory clinic. Now three years later, there have been some big changes regarding COVID. “The big advantage now is with most people having had their vaccinations, and also having access to antivirals, we’ve been able to mitigate the severity of COVID dramatically,” Dr Taylor said. “So, people are a lot more aware (and) they want to get themselves tested early. “Some people breeze through […]

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We are a New Metrics School! Naracoorte High partners with University of Melbourne

We are a New Metrics School! Naracoorte High partners with University of Melbourne

by | Jul 11, 2023 | , , ,

By Naracoorte High School Universities and leaders in Business across Australia have been in discussions about the skills students leave school with, and how what were traditionally known as “soft-skills”, for example Communication, Collaboration and Quality Thinking, are actually essential to success. How can information about these skills be captured in a reliable way, and how does this form a part of University entry requirements, or used in a pathway to employment? In 2022 and 2023 Naracoorte High has been a part of a Research Project with the University of Melbourne, a partnership which centres on the assessment and recognition of complex competencies, such as those listed above. Naracoorte High has been working in the area of Agency in Learning, determining how schools can work in partnership with families and community to give students the skills to independently know what to learn, how to learn it and who to learn […]

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Naracoorte Greenbottles Hockey Club

Naracoorte Greenbottles Hockey Club

by | Jul 6, 2023 | , , ,

By Mick Derrington Thank you for the contribution of $500 towards our hockey club. We will use the funds to go towards new goalie equipment for our senior goalies. In recent years we have upgraded the junior goalie equipment so they have the best & sadly some of the senior equipment now needs a birthday. Our club in recent years have been the most successful in the association in terms of premierships & also numbers. We are a very socially family focussed club with mums & dads & kids of the same family all playing. We welcome new families & players of all ages to come along. If you want to watch for a few weeks before picking up a stick, we welcome this as this is how many people begin to play. If anyone is interested in playing, please contact Club President, Mick Derrington on 0419 120 983. Editor’s […]

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Kybybolite Women’s Senior football

Kybybolite Women’s Senior football

by | Jul 6, 2023 | , , ,

Naracoorte Community News is proud to support the Kybybolite Women’s Senior football team. All the best for the season! With this Give Back donation of $500 we have reached $85,152 donated to local service, arts and sports groups. Please register anytime by emailing news@naracoortenews.com. 

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Lucindale Economic Development Board Inc (LINC)

Lucindale Economic Development Board Inc (LINC)

by | Jul 6, 2023 | , , ,

By Abigail Goodman The Lucindale Economic Development Board Inc (LINC) aims to be the link between community ideas and making them happen. It was established 20 years ago to promote the development of the Lucindale district and community by developing projects, identifying funding opportunities and acting as an umbrella body for various community organisations/projects. LINC organises the community Christmas party each year, including a parade and Santa visit, and in 2022 we also had market stalls run by local children and highly competitive yabby racing! One of our current projects is raising funds to support a Lucindale community member to participate in the Limestone Coast Emerging Leaders Program. The Program develops personal leadership skills, knowledge of the region and a broad network of professional and community contacts. Participants will grow in emotional intelligence, self-awareness, and skills in working with and leading others, which will benefit their communities and our entire […]

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Lucindale Dirt Karting Club

Lucindale Dirt Karting Club

by | Jul 6, 2023 | , , ,

By Ian Rowlands Lucindale Dirt Karting Club has been running since 1986 and is still going strong today with over 100 members, the track is situated 35km west from Naracoorte on the Lucindale Naracoorte Road. Dirt Karting is the cheapest form of motorsports, you can start racing at 5 yrs old and up to 90yrs with a selection of classes to choose from. We hold 9 race meetings a year and you can find our race calendar on our website www.lucindalekartclub.com.au or Facebook pg. We pride ourselves on driver education for junior and seniors, to achieve skills in a controlled environment. For more information about our great family and motorsport atmosphere you can contact Club President: Ian Rowlands on 0428 739 112 or Vice President: Ben Ludwig on 0428 853 519. Your kind donation will assist our club with the installation of an internet booster to assist us with the […]

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