Wrong and rushed
By Nasik Swami Wrong, rushed, and transactional. That’s how councillors Abigail Goodman and Damien Ross of the Naracoorte-Lucindale Council described the council’s recent decision to drop the prayer and replace the Acknowledgement of Country with a shorter and more “inclusive” two-line statement. During the council’s March meeting, a motion for a revised code of practice […] To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION. To access...
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”. […] To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
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. In an interview with The News, a company representative said the Naracoorte project was in its “redesign phase”. The group said they were still looking to build the restaurant at the location revealed earlier—opposite SE Wheel Alignment or diagonally opposite OTR Naracoorte. For the project, the representative said...
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. […] To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
Community healthcare concerns
By Nasik Swami: The community has called for better access to specialist healthcare services and further development of local health infrastructure within the district. This was strongly voiced during the Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) public consultation for the development of the clinical services plan, which wrapped up on February 28, 2025. The goal […]
McBride to face court
By Nasik Swami: INDEPENDENT member for MacKillop, Nick McBride, will face the Naracoorte Magistrates Court on May 7, next month, facing three counts of alleged aggravated assault charges. Mr McBride has been charged by police with three counts of alleged aggravated assault by a person known to him—his estranged wife, Katherine McBride. A South Australia […]
Changing of the Guard
By Chris Oldfield: From a little Ford truck to a multi-million-dollar fleet of Kenworths and high-tech earthwork equipment, Naracoorte’s Bull Bros Pty Ltd this year celebrates 75 years in business. Driving further enthusiasm and longevity into the esteemed company...
On a journey to the world
By Charlie Legoe, Helloworld Travel: Yes, after over 40 years, we are still here! Having moved from Smith Street to our much larger Ormerod Street office over a year ago, we have settled into our new environment. Our aim as a travel business, in a world full of...
Have your say!
Mayor calls on the public to voice their concerns. By Nasik Swami: If you want “first-world telecommunications” and improvements to the digital infrastructure in your area, make sure to let the government know. That’s the plea from Naracoorte Lucindale mayor Patrick as the government rolls out the 2024 regional telecommunications survey, focused on improving regional […]
Emotional, but proud
By Nasik Swami: It was an emotional but proud day for the parents of late Brevet Sergeant Jason Doig, the Lucindale police officer killed in the line of duty last year. The late Brevet Sergeant Doig’s mother, Faye Edwards, and her husband Rob were part of the Police Legacy National Wall-to-Wall: Ride for Remembrance memorial […]
Vote for health
By Nasik Swami: At the next state election, cast a vote as though your life and health may depend upon it. That’s the message from Lachlan Haynes, the chair of Limestone Coast Radiation Working Group—a group that has been fighting tooth and nail for the establishment of a radiation therapy service for the region. Last […]
Robe Bowling Club report
By Valma Jennings
Robe played midweek pennant home against Mt Gambier and had a win, Robe 49 shots 6pts def Mt Gambier 40-2. The team of Rob Lawrie, birthday girl Helen Lynch, Jim Gray and Steve Farrell took the lead on the 6th end against James Farren’s team and were never headed, winning 29 shots to Mt Gambier’s 17 shots.
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Mayor Meyer re-elected
By Chris Oldfield
TIM Meyer has been elected for a second term as mayor of West Wimmera Shire Council. Mr Meyer said it was an honour and a privilege to be re-elected and was looking forward to working with the community, as well as the other councillors.
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Squash Spring Pennant: Round 11
By Jenny Dickenson
The final round of Naracoorte Squash spring pennant will be played Wednesday with Hera and Zeus both needing a win to finish on top of the ladder with only 2 points separating them 123-121.
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Minister visits Tim Hughes room
By Chris Oldfield
VISITING a room in honour of Tim Hughes MBE at the Lucindale Museum was a highlight for senior government minister Kyam Maher during the recent SA Country Cabinet visit. The room features stories and pictures of Mr Hughes, and an article written by his wife Eileen, along with references to other family members, including daughter Denise and son Paul.
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Robe Bowling Club report
By Valma Jennings
The Ladies and Men’s Championship Triples were played Sunday, Nov 5th, in much improved weather. Ladies semi finals, Judy Phillips, Maria Cooper and Tracey Gray def Nesla Boundy, Lorraine Dening and Carolyn McCusker and Pam Robinson, Kerrie Pedler and Fluer Roachock def Bronwyn Matthews, Kerrie Boyd and Barb Brown.
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Robe waives ship fees
By Chris Oldfield
AT least four passenger ships cruising into Robe will each have a daily fee of $140.70 waived by the District Council. The ships are expected within the next three years and by waiving the fee the council hopes to demonstrate its support for their visits.
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Bridge@Bowls
By Bridging the Gap
Although it was a glorious Spring day, 24 ladies enjoyed playing a solid afternoon’s bridge. Sandra Haynes and Sally Macdonald were winners in the N/S direction with an amazing 65.12% followed by Rosie Legoe and Jenny Clark with 59.60%. E/W winners were Janneen Wishart and Sandi Lawrence with a creditable 62.54%.
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Cr Ireland seeks two reports
By Chris Oldfield
THE state of the Frances Hall, maintenance required and whether it can be sold will be investigated following a two part motion by Cr Peter Ireland. Cr Ireland called for a report into such matters at the Naracoorte Lucindale Council’s September 26 meeting in a motion which was seconded by Cr Cameron Grundy.
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Squash Spring Pennant: Round 10
By Jenny Dickenson
Second placed Hera won a very close match against 4 th placed Hades by 12 points after being 9 games all in a good night of squash last Wednesday. There were some close 4-setters with 3 games going to 5 sets.
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The News Gives Back Program: Apsley Angling Club
By Brett Pope
On Sunday, the 15th of October, the Apsley Angling Club held its annual AGM at Lake Bringalbert. There were 19 members present at the AGM and the Club members voted in new president, Anthony Taylor and new vice president, Nathan Pratt for the 2023/24 fishing season.
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Naracoorte RSL Bowling Club Pennant results
By Linda Prentice
After a cancellation of women’s last Friday due to heat, Naracoorte RSL and Districts Bowling Club had both Saturday divisions play away. Division 1 played against Millicent Red and had two rinks up and one down. Graham East, Chris Castine, Joe McGrath and Jeff East were the losing rink only managing 12 shots to Wayne Ross’s side 35.
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Naracoorte South Primary School
By Ms Edwards, Principal
26th October 2023
Welcome back to Term 4!
I hope you all had a wonderful break and enjoyed special time with your family and friends. Holidays always make me realise just how important it is to take time for myself and all the things that I love and cherish.
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