Listen, CEO told

By Nasik Swami A Naracoorte-Lucindale counsellor has asked the council and his fellow elected members what they intend to do about the poor management of road maintenance and the underutilization of the road-making machinery in the district. In a question with notice submitted on July 13 to be presented in the council’s meeting this month, Cr Trevor Rayner said, “I get re-elected on the promise of trying to address this issue, but at this stage it has been to no avail”. Council chief executive officer Trevor Smart has replied to the question, with a response appearing on the agenda item for the council’s July 25 meeting and published on the council website. Explaining the reason for his motion to The News, Cr Rayner said he brought a wealth of experience and knowledge on road works to the council, having worked with various councils on best practises for road maintenance for […]

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Mountain bike track proposal

A proposed $90,000 mountain bike track in Naracoorte has sparked debate among councillors, with concerns raised over its location, community demand, and whether the investment would be worthwhile.

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Kincraig crowned SA’s best country hotel

Naracoorte’s Kincraig Hotel has emerged as one of South Australia’s biggest winners at the 2026 AHA|SA Hotel Awards for Excellence, taking home four awards, including the prestigious Overall Hotel Country title.

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50 years on and still going strong

Probus is celebrating its 50th anniversary in Australia in 2026, with October marking Probus Month.

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State records equal-lowest jobless rate in the nation

South Australia has returned to the equal lowest unemployment rate in the nation, with the latest Australian Bureau of Statistics figures showing the state’s jobless rate falling to 4.2 per cent in September.

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Tour of Naracoorte’s hidden treasures

Members of Padthaway Women in Agriculture and Business recently discovered many hidden treasures of Naracoorte during a mystery tour.

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Naracoorte Market Report: 20 October 2026

Cattle: LWB 33 – LWY 940 – LWC 431 – OAY 20

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