Go girls!

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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MP, staff injured in boating incident

Federal member for Barker and assistant shadow minister for Fisheries and Forestry Tony Pasin and one of his staff members were injured in a boating incident while undertaking official duties in Tasmania.

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Fresh hope for radiotherapy

The long-running campaign to establish radiotherapy services in the Limestone Coast has gained fresh momentum, with renewed consideration being given to delivering cancer treatment closer to home for regional patients.

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The Naracoorte Lucindale Council is trialling a Hard Waste Voucher system for 2026-27.

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Tourism leadership moves to RDALC

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Barker rejects gun buyback scheme

Federal member for Barker Tony Pasin has welcomed the Albanese government’s failure to meet its deadline for the proposed national firearm buyback scheme, describing it as a victory for common sense and the thousands of law-abiding firearm owners across Barker who stood up against the proposal.

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Grants for meaningful regional activities

Nutrien is partnering with the Foundation for Rural & Regional Renewal (FRRR) to provide eligible not-for-profit groups (NFPs) access to a share of its $250,000 Community Grants Program.

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