Asbestos contamination
By Nasik Swami: There are no Naracoorte Lucindale Council sites under investigation for asbestos contamination, according to CEO Trevor Smart. In a written report to the council—which was expected to be discussed during the council’s meeting last night, November 26—Mr Smart said due to various discussions and/or questions across the community regarding “contamination of rubble […] To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
For their families: Lest we forget
By Nasik Swami: “I think of families that bore the brunt of war.” This was shared by Australian ex-service personnel Rian Hamilton during the Remembrance Day event at Naracoorte Town Square last week. Speaking at the event, Rian acknowledged and honored the families of service personnel who put their lives on the line for peace […] To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
Seven hundred thousand
By Nasik Swami: Two salaried doctors in the region, employed by the Limestone Coast Local Health Network, are paid yearly salaries of around $700,000 each. But why, Independent Member for MacKillop Nick McBride questioned Health Minister Chris Picton in the House of Assembly last month. Mr McBride quizzed the minister about what these roles were […] To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
Subdivision granted
By Chris Oldfield: A land division involving 12 new residential allotments, two roads and a residual space has been granted at Lot 1002 Premier Drive, Naracoorte. With a capacity to create around 55 new blocks, 644 metres of roads and a 450m2 reserve across 6.025 ha or 14.88 acres, the development took six months to […] To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
NRLE eID work nearing completion
By Nasik Swami
TEACHER SHORTAGE HITS HARD
TWO of Naracoorte’s largest public schools are grappling with an escalating teacher shortage, resulting in understaffed classrooms and prompting school leaders to take on teaching duties themselves.
A WIN for people power, says MP
THE sudden backflip on withdrawing Channel Seven programming from South-East free-to-air TV screens is a testament to the community’s determination, a local MP says. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL...
NON-MAINSTREAM SCHOOL REVIEW
THE government is set to conduct a comprehensive review of schools, services, and educational programs aimed at students who learn outside the traditional public school system. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL...
Burial fee debate
By Nasik Swami: A Naracoorte Lucindale councillor has voiced strong criticism over the council’s decision to keep $8,600 in its budget for post-meeting “meals and drinks” but reject a proposal to waive burial fees for children under the age of 10. Speaking to The News, councillor Craig McGuire expressed disappointment following the council’s recent May […]
50 new local jobs
By Nasik Swami: The reopening of Naracoorte’s Kincraig Hotel this December under new ownership is set to bring a much-needed boost to the local economy with the creation of 50 new jobs for the community. Development works on the multimillion-dollar, five-star accommodation are advancing, with the project’s completion anticipated to rejuvenate the local economy through […]
Mayor’s heartfelt appeal
By Nasik Swami: “This is an emergency”. That is the urgent message from Naracoorte Lucindale mayor Patrick Ross, who has issued a heartfelt appeal to the government for immediate support for farmers grappling with severe drought in the area. Mr Ross emphasised that the widespread impact of the drought challenged the outdated belief that farmers […]
Naracoorte Rangers Baseball results
By Martin Wirper
Naracoorte hosted Souths in a double header on Sunday with near perfect conditions for baseball. Ken Sisson pitched and Brady Fox caught in the first game. The Rangers put on a good all-round performance with bat and ball.
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Women’s Football U16 finals and presentations
,Br>On Friday night, Kybybolite Sports Club hosted the last round of the Limestone Coast Women’s Football League U16 in a season final, with the Grand Final between North Gambier and Hatherleigh. Umpired by Nick McBride and Dr Jeff Taylor, Hatherleigh finished top, as back-to-back Premiers – best on ground was Sebella Coghlan from Hatherleigh.
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Naracoorte Golf Club results
By Sam Brooksby
Saturday 2 December 2023
Field: 43 (7 Ladies and 36 Men)
Sponsor: Office National Limestone Coast
Monthly Medal Winner: Penny Trueman Nett 68
Competition: Monthly Medal – Stroke
A Grade Winner: Trevor Smith 80 less 9, Nett 71 on C/B
A Grade Runner-Up: Chris Moyle 82 less 11, Net 71
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A rich and useful life
By Chris Oldfield
A HIGHLY respected former Lucindale District Council councillor, James “Jimmy” Young, has been remembered for “living a rich and useful life”. Cr Cameron Grundy gave condolences to the Young family on behalf of Naracoorte Lucindale Council at its October 24 meeting.
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Cricket report
Naracoorte Warriors were the only one of three local teams to win their matches in Millicent and Naracoorte Cricket Association last Saturday. Warriors had an easy win over Mt Burr, while Naracoorte Townies lost to the Robe Roosters in an upset, and Lucindale lost to the powerful Rendelsham team in a top-of-the-table clash.
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Bordertown Bowling Club: Men’s Fours Championship to Sutton and Co.
By Christopher Steer
Craig Sutton (SK), Bryan Paech, Mick Kerber and Quentin Milne defeated Friend Cleggett (SK), Peter Will, David Crisp and Trevor Langdon 25-11 in the final of Bordertown’s Men’s Fours Championship.
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Draining Red tape
By Chris Oldfield
GOVERNMENT red tape had to be addressed before Naracoorte Lucindale mayor Patrick Ross could take up his position as a local government representative on the SE Water Conservation and Drainage Board (SEWCDB). Operating under special legislation, the SEWCD Act mainly provides for the conservation and management of water and the prevention of
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Early wickets prove useful in a must win
By Jock McClure
Last Saturday saw the fifth round of the U14 Hall Trophy commence. Last week’s game for all teams was washed out due to heavy downpours the day before. This week’s opponents for the Penola/Naracoorte U14’s were Gambier Centrals/West Gambier. The sky was overcast, outfield was dewy.
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2023 South East Tennis Association Junior Singles Championship
By Eliza Handbury
The 2023 South East Tennis Association Junior Singles Championships were played at Lucindale Country Club. 72 players enjoyed the lawn courts impressively prepared as always by Lucindale Country Club greenskeeper Don Thiele. Players, spectators and organisers enjoyed some beautiful tennis weather, finally, with blue skies and sunshine throughout the day.
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No parking at ANZ site
By Chris Oldfield
NARACOORTE’S former ANZ Bank building will not be bought by the council, demolished, and turned into 41 public car parks.
Mayor Patrick Ross used his casting vote to squash the concept at Naracoorte Lucindale Council’s November 28 meeting when councillors were tied 5-5 over the issue.
Meanwhile, 17 private car parks at the site on 99 Smith St are no longer accessible to the public for parking.
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Lucindale Bowling Club tournaments
By Eve Rayner
Lucindale Bowling Club welcomed competitors from around the SE to their club on November 21st for the annual Ladies 4s & 2s tournament. It was great to have 14 teams attending. Four games were played with a lunch served in the interval.
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Naracoorte Market Report 28/11/2023
By Tim Delany, MLA
Cattle: LWB 22 – LWY 812 – LWC 341 – OAY 10
There was a jump in cattle numbers to 1,173 at Naracoorte which was an increase of 378 head on last week. Quality was mostly good with another outstanding offering of cows, grown cattle showing condition and well presented mixed sex yearlings and vealers.
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