Shock and anger: Our community and this newspaper
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Bridge hope
Some residents who rely on the Struan House Road bridge are hoping the Naracoorte Lucindale Council will listen to their concerns and choose not to decommission the crossing, saying its closure would significantly affect residents, local businesses, and the daily life in the area. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
Housing growth flagged for the district
Naracoorte Lucindale is forecast to accommodate steady population growth and increased housing demand under the state government’s newly released Limestone Coast Regional Plan 2026, with the council area expected to grow to 9,903 residents by 2041. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
Where’s the childcare centre?
Big promises, no build as Naracoorte waits on old TAFE site project To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
Naracoorte Lucindale Council owed more than $1m
MORE than $1 million was owed to Naracoorte Lucindale Council on December 31 last year.
McBride’s push for childcare, education
Families are set to benefit from a bold plan championed by member for MacKillop Nick McBride, who is driving real solutions for childcare, workforce skills, and education infrastructure.
City care a godsend for Limestone Coast patients
A kidney donated by his sister will save Lucindale man Edwin Foster’s life on March 3.
Is Struan House being left to rot?
Is the slow decay of the iconic Struan House south of Naracoorte a case of “demolition by neglect” — and has South Australia squandered a once-in-a-generation chance to anchor cutting-edge agricultural research in the Limestone Coast?
Council calls for community input on 2026-27 budget
Naracoorte Lucindale Council is inviting residents, community groups, and organisations to have their say on priorities for the 2026 2027 financial year through its community budget submissions process. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE...
Fuel prices under fire
Who is driving Naracoorte’s fuel prices — and why are locals paying up to $40 more per tank? To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
Naracoorte’s Australia Day
AROUND 200 people gathered at Naracoorte Town Squares last week to celebrate Australia Day. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
Southern lights stun Naracoorte sky
A breathtaking burst of colour lit up the night sky as the Aurora Australis shimmered over Naracoorte, transforming an ordinary evening into a moment of pure magic. The rare display, sighted by a local family and captured from their home, was shared with The News....
Kids drinking, vaping alarm
Alarming school data reveals some Naracoorte and Lucindale students are drinking and vaping before their teenage years are over.
Resthaven Naracoorte office temporarily closed
Resthaven Naracoorte has clarified that its community services office on Gordon Street does not contain asbestos, but remains temporarily closed following the January 10 fire at the former TAFE building next door.
Labor for MacKillop’s future?
As MacKillop heads toward the March 2026 state election, voters are being challenged to weigh experience, independence, and influence.
Rating review
The Naracoorte Lucindale Council has begun a comprehensive review of how it raises rates, stressing the process is about fairness and equity rather than fixing a problem.
Rating review
The Naracoorte Lucindale Council has begun a comprehensive review of how it raises rates, stressing the process is about fairness and equity rather than fixing a problem.
Community at heart
When Mohammad Yaseen Hakimi arrived in Australia as a young boy, he carried little more than hope and the support of family already building a life in the South East.
Naracoorte OSHC deal done
The Outside School Hours Care (OSHC) impasse facing Naracoorte families has been resolved, with a provider confirmed and services now in place for the town.
“I am desperate to get to court”
Facing aggravated assault charges he has denied, member for MacKillop Nick McBride says he is “chafing at the bit, desperate,” and “can’t wait to get to the court” to tell his side of the story.
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