The excellent article by Chris Oldfield in “The News”, puts it all into perspective.
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Naracoorte Market report – 2 December 2025
Cattle: LWB 21 – LWY 822 – LWC 352 – OAY 54
Coonawarra run raises $51k for mental health
The Coonawarra Running Festival was held on November 8 in chilly and windy conditions, but the running track, Coonawarra Park and surrounds looked spectacular.
Year of progress for MacKillop
As we approach the end of 2025, I am struck by how quickly the year has passed.
Studio celebrates first anniversary
The Penola Coonawarra Arts Festival (PCAF) is marking the first anniversary of its Still Water Studio, an art exhibition space situated in the heart of Penola’s Church Street. Since opening its doors 12 months ago, the studio has quickly become a beloved hub for arts and culture in the region.
A year of coffee, croissants, sourdough, and community courage
Naracoorte’s Craig’s Bakehouse & Café marks its first anniversary this month, celebrating a year of baking, building, learning, and laughter.
Labor names Mount Gambier candidate, MacKillop vacancy remains
The South Australian Labor Party has named its Mount Gambier candidate for the March 2026 state election but continues to keep quiet on who will contest the neighbouring seat of MacKillop.
Battery plan backlash
Council raises alarm, TagEnergy defends Naracoorte mega-battery proposal
NLC admin praised
NARACOORTE Lucindale Council’s administration has been praised for its submission regarding a proposed Kincraig Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) on Fogarty’s Rd, Naracoorte.
Castec wins SA crown
NARACOORTE’S Castec Rural Supplies has won the 2025 CRT South Australian Business of the Year.
Farmers sound alarm
“The mental health toll on farmers is becoming impossible to ignore our community is carrying the stress, uncertainty, and frustrations of a system that refuses to hear them.”
McBride responds to attack in Parliament
INDEPENDENT member for MacKillop Nick McBride is confident the legal process will assist to clear his name regarding assault charges which “are allegations only”.
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