Sunrise musical hit
In a Galilee far, far away…. The Sunrise Christian School Naracoorte held its 2024 Christmas musical at the Town Hall last week. The musical, an interplanetary exploration to discover the Glory of God throughout the universe, and beyond, focused on showcasing the true meaning of Christmas. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
Postcode discrimination
By Nasik Swami: Country towns like Naracoorte are facing “postcode discrimination” when it comes to accessing mental health services and resources. That’s the view of SA Shadow Minister for Regional Health Services, Penny Pratt, who has attacked the State government for turning a blind eye to the Limestone Coast region and failing to understand the […] To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
Farewell Shaz!
By Nasik Swami: Twenty-seven years and 2.2 million boxes later, Sharon Drabsch has called it a day. Shaz, as her colleagues call her, ends her 27-year career as a box maker at the MiniJumbuk in Naracoorte at the end of this month. The 46-year-old with special abilities is not only a box maker but also […] To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
In confidence
By Nasik Swami: Is it necessary for our local councils to exclude the public from meetings under the confidentiality provisions, and what impact is this having on transparency? Recently, The News has observed how councils interpret the confidentiality provisions of the Local Government Act 1999 (SA) (LG Act). On occasions, some councils have listed about […] To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
Channy puts all her eggs in motherhood basket
By Paul Mitchell: Chantelle Weckert was born to be a mother—but being single and nearly 40 is an unconventional platform for such a life-changing leap. Fortunately, the popular Naracoorte preschool director was prepared for the possibility of becoming a sole parent if Mr Right failed to walk through the door. In January 2022, Chantelle decided […]
Alleged thief caught
Local businessman calls for greater police presence. By Nasik Swami: After enduring nearly $15,000 in losses from multiple break-ins and spending around $30,000 on security upgrades, a local businessman is finally feeling a sense of relief. Police have arrested and charged a suspect believed to be responsible for the break-ins at a block of shops […]
“High level” engagement
By Nasik Swami: Despite the absence of a survey evaluating the effectiveness of livestreaming Naracoorte Lucindale Council meetings, CEO Trevor Smart describes the initiative as a “high level” of community engagement. The council conducted its first livestream of an...
Hard Talk, Town after Town
. Consistent failures in housing strategy. By Nasik Swami: Bureaucratic hurdles, red tape, market failures, declining investor confidence, and ineffective policies have all been cited as key factors behind the district’s ongoing housing crisis. In this edition of Hard...
Our Australia Day award winners
By Naracoorte Lucindale Council: The Naracoorte Lucindale Council is proud to announce its 2025 Australia Day award winners. The award winners are: Joint Naracoorte Citizen of the Year – David Steadman for his outstanding contribution to the Naracoorte Community. David goes above and beyond through his role as a community pharmacist and is a current […]
Hard Talk – Loss of essential services
By Nasik Swami: Many essential service providers, including the government, are “abandoning” rural towns like Naracoorte in South Australia. Many regional towns in the South East are losing—or have already lost—essential services such as banking, postal, Medicare, Centrelink, resident health specialists, TAFE and other tertiary education providers, telecommunications, along with many others. And now, it’s […]
Sunrise musical hit
In a Galilee far, far away…. The Sunrise Christian School Naracoorte held its 2024 Christmas musical at the Town Hall last week. The musical, an...
Major cabinet shakeup
Premiere announces new ministers, changed roles, and a housing super-portfolio
By Nasik Swami
A major cabinet reshuffle has been announced by the South Australian government, including a new housing super-portfolio. Premier Peter Malinauskas has recast his government two years out from an election in a major cabinet reshuffle dubbed a “major shakeup”.
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Volunteer firefighters needed
By Nasik Swami
The region needs more volunteer firefighters. That’s the call from SA Volunteers Firefighters Museum (SAVFFM) chairman Alan Hall. Mr Hall said the older generation of firefighters had a wealth of knowledge and experience to share. “The role of the volunteer firefighter has changed considerably over the past 10 years with the improvement
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Issue 196: 24 April, 2024: SPORTS
SPORTS: Issue 196: 24 April, 2024
Footy report
Mundulla v Kybybolite
KNTNA Round 2 results
KNTNA A Grade match reports
KNTNA Junior Report
Naracoorte and District Hockey
Naracoorte Rangers Baseball
Lucindale Bowling Club
Naracoorte A Grade Table Tennis
Naracoorte Golf Club Ladies
Robe social bowls
Bridge@Bowls
Lucindale Mens Golf
Squash Round 11
Apsley and District Motorsport Club
Apsley Golf Club
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Minister awaits report
By Chris Oldfield
As The News deadline loomed last week, the Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) was still working on reconnecting telephone services to the Lucindale Health Centre. And Health Minister Chris Picton expects to hear from a working group regarding nursing services at Lucindale “by the end of this month”.
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“GP tax” burden
By Chris Oldfield
A trip to the doctor is expected to soar by an extra $12 per visit under a State Government bid to claw payroll tax out of independent GP clinics. Following a brief amnesty, the extra $12 charges for GP visits will go straight into State Government coffers.
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Naracoorte Market Report 9/4/2024
By Graham Pymer, MLA
Cattle: LWB 28 – LWY 695 – LWC 107 – OAY 33
Cattle numbers nearly doubled with 851 yarded. Quality was mostly good with pens of well presented cattle through the offering. The regular buying group were in attendance and operated keenly in a mostly dearer market.
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KFC on the menu
By Nasik Swami
Plans are in the pipeline for a Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) restaurant in Naracoorte. The Bird Group, which owns the Mount Gambier-based KFC franchise, has indicated their plans to expand further into the Limestone Coast, with an eatery in Naracoorte on the list.
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Janz Park debate
By Nasik Swami
The Naracoorte-Lucindale Council has voted against an opportunity to develop the Janz Street Reserve for residential purposes through partial state government funding. In its March meeting, council was informed by CEO Trevor Smart that the Office for Regional Housing has launched a new $10million Regional Housing Initiatives Program.
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Influenza spike
By Nasik Swami
Influenza cases are on the rise, and health authorities have called on the public to get vaccinated to protect themselves and the community against the “potentially serious disease”. According to SA Health, there have been 1,921 notified cases of influenza in South Australia this year, compared to 1,255 for the same period last year.
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Issue 195: 17 April, 2024: SPORTS ROUND-UP
Kyby wins 2024 LCWFL Premiership
Round 1: Footy report
Penola v Mundulla 13/4/24
KNTNA results: Round 1
KNTNA A Grade match reports
KNTNA Junior report
Sir Sway waltzes away with stakes win
Naracoorte and District Hockey Association results
Bowls SA Region 1 Champion of Champions
Naracoorte Golf Club Ladies
Lucindale Ladies Golf
SE Veterans Golf
Naracoorte Table Tennis
Robe Bowling Club
Bridge@Bowls
Naracoorte RSL Bowling Club
Lucindale Mens Golf
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Inclusive education
By Nasik Swami
The Education Ministry has begun work on creating a model for an inclusive learning facility in Naracoorte. During the government’s country cabinet visit to MacKillop, Naracoorte South Primary School highlighted that students with additional learning needs do not have the option of attending a special education setting within their own community.
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The News Gives Back Program: Mainly Music receives funds
By Norma McInness
The dedicated team of volunteers, parents and children who attend mainly music at Max Life Church every week are all grateful to have received funds from The News Gives Back programme. The weekly sessions at mainly music are a wonderful opportunity for pre-school children and parents to enjoy a half hour music session…
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