From ghost stories to dance floor
From ghost stories at Struan House to stepping into the spotlight on the dance floor, Naracoorte’s Justine Drew is preparing for a very different kind of challenge this year. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
Pump panic
Motorists across the district and the region are being urged not to panic buy fuel and risk repeating the toilet paper shortages seen during COVID, as rising global oil prices begin to filter through to local bowsers. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
“MacKillop sidelined”
Is MacKillop getting a fair deal? To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
Who will it be?
Early voting begins at 8am on March 14. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
Photographic excellence on display
Two very different photographic exhibitions opened at the Naracoorte Regional Art Gallery on February 27.
Review saves $900,000
A $1.32 million cost flagged by the previous Naracoorte Lucindale Council’s administration to repair Mundalena Road was reviewed by the current management team.
One Nation enters MacKillop fight
MacKillop’s political contest has widened, with One Nation candidate Jason Virgo launching a direct challenge to the major parties and warning regional communities are being left behind on health services, infrastructure, and cost-of-living relief.
Deleted roads?
All roads deleted during the last 10 years from the Naracoorte Lucindale Council’s road hierarchy, by a previous administration, will be included in a report for current councillors.
Radiotherapy wins backing from MacKillop candidates
All five candidates contesting the seat of MacKillop have declared support for establishing radiotherapy services in the Limestone Coast, according to written responses provided to the Limestone Coast Radiation Treatment Working Group ahead of this month’s state...
Death-defying thrills at Field Days
The Airtime FMX crew will launch motorcycles high into the air with gravity-defying freestyle motocrossstunts at the 46th Annual South East Field Days at Yakka Park, Lucindale, on March 20–21, delivering anaction-packed spectacle for crowds. Picture: SE Field...
Radiotherapy: Candidates to answer
Radiotherapy for our region of almost 70,000 people is essential, regardless of who forms government after the March 21 state election. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
Top cop takes charge
SA Police Senior Sergeant Darren Parker has returned to Naracoorte as recently appointed Officer in Charge. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
Push to keep Struan Road bridge open
Residents and bridge users have expressed a clear preference for the Struan House Road bridge to be retained and upgraded, following a meeting with Naracoorte Lucindale Council representatives on February 17.
Minor doctor share
The Malinauskas Labor government has unveiled a $13 million election commitment to build a new medical school training centre in Mount Gambier ― promising a stronger “pipeline of doctors” for regional South Australia.
Naracoorte Saleyards success
AROUND $150 million or more changes hands at the Naracoorte Regional Livestock Exchange (NRLE) each year from sales of 85,000 cattle and 500,000 sheep.
Shock and anger: Our community and this newspaper
Our community and this newspaper
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.
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.
Where’s the childcare centre?
Big promises, no build as Naracoorte waits on old TAFE site project
Naracoorte Lucindale Council owed more than $1m
MORE than $1 million was owed to Naracoorte Lucindale Council on December 31 last year.
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