Homelessness, housing storm
The Limestone Coast is facing a worsening homelessness crisis, with Naracoorte among the towns where families, young people, and older residents are being pushed to the brink by rising housing costs and limited rental availability. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
Hospital ordeal
A family has spoken out about what they describe as a “distressing and unsafe” ordeal at the taxpayer-funded Naracoorte Hospital, after a woman trampled by a cow was left battling what they claim were misdiagnosed fractures, lost medical notes, and an emergency department squeezed into a carpeted former children’s ward mid-renovation. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
Fuel price pinch
MOTORISTS in Naracoorte are once again feeling the pinch at the bowser, with petrol prices stubbornly hovering above $1.79 per litre. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
McBride: Region not yet ready for radiation therapy service
Member for MacKillop, Nick McBride, says while he strongly supports the idea of a radiation therapy service being established in the Limestone Coast, the region is not yet ready to host such a facility. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
Blown tyres and scam
Have you ever driven the stretch between Naracoorte and Bordertown and feared the next bump might leave you with a blown tyre or bent rim?
Storybook characters come to life
Naracoorte’s Sunrise Christian School wrapped up its 2025 Book Week celebrations in dazzling style with a parade on August 22, bringing storybook characters to life. From an Optimus Prime that actually transformed to the Gruffalo, Sleeping Beauty, the cast of Inside Out 2, and even the mischievous duo Thing 1 and Thing 2, students and families went all-out to showcase their creativity. The event was a joyful celebration of reading, imagination, and community spirit— closing out Book Week with colour, laughter, and a touch of magic.
Sub-standard: Deep global view
HE has seen the world from down under – deep down under from Australia, as a submariner.
One of eight
NARACOORTE High School has been named one of Australia’s top eight government secondary schools at the 2025 Australian Education Awards.
Libs pick candidate
IN the wake of a controversial Liberal Party preselection process, independent member for MacKillop Nick McBride believes he is still the best person to represent the electorate. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL...
From Naracoorte to the world
RISING from his first task as a livestock buyer on the walkway of the Naracoorte saleyards with Ian Perryman, Darren Thomas has piloted Thomas Foods International (TFI) into a global company with a $3 billion turnover. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY...
City flavours win big in country town
Naracoorte’s Avenue Inn has proven that fine city dining can thrive in a country setting—and the recognition has been well worth the effort. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
Dorset Street shooting targeted attack
POLICE are continuing investigations into the August 6 shooting incident on Dorset Street, Naracoorte which they believe was a targeted incident. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
Expensive locum doctors
THE Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) claims it is strategically shifting away from depending on expensive locum doctors. Instead, the LCLHN says it has increased its roster of salaried medical staff and is implementing a “targeted strategy” aimed at developing a stable, long-term healthcare workforce in the region.
Mobile tower confusion
OF 27 mobile phone towers planned for the South East, Telstra only ever earmarked two for the Naracoorte Lucindale Council area, with parts of districts like Callendale, Spence and others remaining without services.
BORDERTOWN TRAGEDY: The Afghani community is in mourning after the deaths of a couple, leaving six children orphaned
A devastating incident has left the Afghani community in Bordertown reeling after the deaths of a couple last week, tragically leaving behind six children.
“School funding incredibly complex”
Sunrise Christian School Naracoorte principal Aaron Haines says there is a lot of misunderstanding about how independent schools are funded and is calling for a clearer, more balanced discussion.
28 shooters: Bordertown Clay Target Club results: 27/7/2025
The Bordertown Clay Target Club had 28 shooters at their recent meet, a great roll up for such a miserable wet day.
BORDERTOWN TRAGEDY: The Afghani community is in mourning after the deaths of a couple, leaving six children orphaned
A devastating incident has left the Afghani community in Bordertown reeling after the deaths of a couple last week, tragically leaving behind six children.
“School funding incredibly complex”
Sunrise Christian School Naracoorte principal Aaron Haines says there is a lot of misunderstanding about how independent schools are funded and is calling for a clearer, more balanced discussion.
Consultant, consultation: bill over $1.3m
THE Naracoorte Lucindale Council spent more than $1.3 million of ratepayer funds on consultants and public engagement over the past two financial years.
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