Police need help
By Chris Oldfield: LOCAL police are seeking further information regarding several incidents throughout Naracoorte Lucindale and Tatiara districts. Naracoorte Sergeant Simon Haebich said he was particularly concerned about a break-in at Keith last month. During the night or early morning of July 14-15, while occupants slept an offender entered through an unlocked door and stole […] To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
No radiation therapy
By Nasik Swami: The establishment of a radiation therapy service in Mount Gambier for the South East has been scrapped. An independent feasibility study has found that the establishment of a radiation therapy service in Mount Gambier for the South East to deliver cancer care is not “currently a safe, sustainable, or financially viable option”. […] To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
We won’t give up
By Chris Oldfield: NARACOORTE based radiotherapy working group chairman Lachlan Haynes has vowed “we won’t give up” following a $110,000 feasibility study rejecting South East radiation services. Meanwhile, the $243million Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) is aiming to spend $4.3 million of federal funding for radiation services on a Cancer Consult Suite at the […] To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
Lucky escape
By Nasik Swami: It was a lucky escape for a truck driver in Frances, outside of Naracoorte. This after the truck he was driving, loaded with hay, caught fire on July 25. According to the Country Fire Service (CFS) 17 firefighters on four CFS trucks had to attend the tray-top truck fire. “The truck was […] To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
Congratulations to all winners
Apsley Golf Club news
2025 KNTNA RESULTS – ROUND 12
By SALLY BYWATER
Amazing turnout for golf
SOUTH EAST veteran golf results To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
Firing Bordertown
KNTNA A Grade match report: Round 12 To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
Smart revelation
By Chris Oldfield: THE Naracoorte Lucindale Council’s administration chooses whether or not briefing session items are confidential, it was revealed during council’s January 28 meeting. According to CEO Trevor Smart, the administration does not notify the public when public briefing sessions are being held, and just advises elected members. Including whether items are confidential. He […]
“Listen to the public”
By Nasik Swami: An elected member of the Naracoorte Lucindale Council has criticised the council for disregarding public input gathered during consultation processes. Speaking exclusively to The News, Cr Craig McGuire claimed trust towards the elected body was “at an all-time low” with public consultation and feedback mostly ignored or dismissed if it did not […]
$361,550 playground for Leicester Park
By Chris Oldfield: NARACOORTE’S Leicester Park will soon boast a new $361,550 playground. Equipment will include a double bay swing, seesaw, neo spinner, play hut, skateboard rocker, joey trampoline, slide, and even a pretend eco charger. This follows consultation with Naracoorte South Primary School’s Reception and Years 1-2 students by Naracoorte Lucindale Council’s administration. The […]
Croquet – come ‘n’ try!
By Di Arnold
Do you want to play a sport where games can be played for about 45 minutes or up to 2 1/2 hours. Croquet is a game that can be challenging, fun and addictive. You can play golf croquet, Aussie croquet, Richocet, Association croquet plus more.
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Calling all Limestone Coast Students – Applications now open for Stand Like Stone Scholarships
By Stand Like Stone Foundation
Do you know a local student of any age who could benefit from a scholarship to help them realise their dreams? If so, the Stand Like Stone Foundation is now seeking applications from students of the Limestone Coast.
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Apsley Golf Club awards Life Membership
By Leanne Foster
Apsley Golf Club held their AGM on the 8 th of November. At the meeting, member Dianne Carberry was awarded a Life Membership for her service to the club over many years. Dianne’s association with the club goes back to 1983 when she began playing golf after her children started school.
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Health, cost of living and skills shortages key concerns in SA’s South East
By Ben Harvey, Office of David Speirs, MP, Leader of the Opposition
Leader of the South Australian Liberal Party, David Speirs, has travelled to the South East to meet with local residents and businesses leaders – continuing the Opposition’s key commitment of being a strong advocate for South Australia’s regions.
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SE Veteran golf results
By Max Clifford
At Bordertown there were 54 golfers on a warm day and they found the course in pristine condition. Mt. Gambier’s Daryl Hutchins 39 points took out First Division from local lad Chris Leach on 38, and Millicent’s Geoff Cameron 37 was 3rd.
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Coonawarra cabernet conquers again
By Limestone Coast Wine Show
A Coonawarra cabernet sauvignon has claimed top honours at the Limestone Coast Wine Show, outclassing 443 other entries from 62 exhibitors. Yalumba’s 2021 Sanctum Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon won the Bill Redman Trophy for Best Wine of Show at last night’s celebration dinner at Padthaway Estate.
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Lower South East Bowls Association
Midweek Pennant results round 6: 8th November 2023
By Heather Richards
Division 1
Port MacDonnell Red 43/6 defeated Mt Gambier Blue 41/2
Naracoorte 50/8 defeated Mt Gambier RSL Blue 39/0
Mt Gambier RSL Red 69/8 defeated Port MacDonnell Blue 40/0
Millicent Red 59/8 defeated Millicent Blue 35/0
Mt Gambier Red 43/6 defeated Robe 36/2
Forestry industry insights shared at Probus Club meeting
By OneFortyOne
Naracoorte Men’s Probus Club has recently gained insight into local forestry and sawmilling industries, thanks to a visit by OneFortyOne Marketing and Operations Manager Ockert le Roux. The Probus Club gives members the opportunity to get together socially, listen to interesting speakers, and connect while enjoying a range of activities.
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Naracoorte A grade table tennis report Spring Season
By Michael Waters
Nitro continued their fine run of form when they comfortably accounted for Volcanoes on Monday night. 5 of the 12 matches though went into the fifth set, so really the result could have gone either way. Nitro captain Neil Golder, having a fine season, won 2 singles.
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Floral artists at the Gallery
By Adair Dunsford
A recent floral art workshop at the Naracoorte Regional Art Gallery produced some outstanding show worthy arrangements. Lisa Caon, former florist and Gallery Board member was the expert on hand and she provided the group with hints and tips for flower arranging.
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Naracoorte B grade table tennis report Spring Season
By Zoe Williams and Sophie Matters
The first game for Tuesday night was played by the Trolls and the Werewolves, the first double lasted five sets. It was played by Josiah Hallett and Tracy Westover from the Trolls and Michelle Coomans and Alison Kent from the Werewolves, scores were 8-11, 11-8, 11-7, 9-11 and 7-11.
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Naracoorte Market Report 7/11/2023
By Tim Delany, MLA
Cattle: LWB 26 – LWY 648 – LWC 439 – OAY 43
Agents yarded 1,152 cattle representing an increase of 102 head. Quality was mostly good with the grown and yearling cattle showing condition and an outstanding line up of heavy beef cows.
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