Naracoorte Lucindale Council owed more than $1m
MORE than $1 million was owed to Naracoorte Lucindale Council on December 31 last year. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
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. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
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. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
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? To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
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.
Fuel prices under fire
Who is driving Naracoorte’s fuel prices — and why are locals paying up to $40 more per tank?
Naracoorte’s Australia Day
AROUND 200 people gathered at Naracoorte Town Squares last week to celebrate Australia Day.
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. According to the Bureau of Meteorology, the aurora was triggered by severe solar flares and was visible across parts of Australia on January 20, 2026. Picture: Brendan Marshall.
Kids drinking, vaping alarm
Alarming school data reveals some Naracoorte and Lucindale students are drinking and vaping before their teenage years are over. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
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. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY...
Labor for MacKillop’s future?
As MacKillop heads toward the March 2026 state election, voters are being challenged to weigh experience, independence, and influence. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
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. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL...
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.
McBride defends allegations, plans re-election
State MP Nick McBride has declared he will continue in his role as the member for MacKillop and contest the upcoming state election, as he faces “unproven allegations” he says he is defending. Mr McBride was granted release today on strict home-detention bail conditions — including wearing an ankle monitor — after spending 10 days in custody. The 56-year-old was arrested and charged with an aggravated assault against his wife and breaching bail, following an alleged incident at Conmurra in the state’s South East on December 27. Mr McBride today appeared in the Adelaide Magistrates Court via video link, where the court heard the allegations were “denied and disputed”. In a statement issued following the court appearance, Mr McBride thanked those who had supported him during the past fortnight. “I want to acknowledge my gratitude for the support of my family and friends, the professionalism of G4 staff, and to […]
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.
McBride defends allegations, plans re-election
State MP Nick McBride has declared he will continue in his role as the member for MacKillop and contest the upcoming state election, as he faces “unproven allegations” he says he is defending. Mr McBride was granted release today on strict home-detention bail...
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