
New learning centre for Naracoorte
By Nasik Swami If all goes according to plan, Naracoorte will have a new early learning and childcare centre by mid- to-late 2025. Work on the $2million facility located at the unused former TAFE building is set to commence this September. […] 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 this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY...

The dry continues
By Chris Oldfield THE furrowed brows of farmers continue to search the sky for rain, but the season is on track for the driest May on record. Since last August most of the region’s farming land has experienced less than 10 per cent of normal rainfall since 1900, and less than five percent in some areas. […] 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 this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or...

Not so sizzling!
2024 Federal Budget: More for billionaires than battlers By Nasik Swami The 2024 Federal Budget has failed to charm many taxpayers, farmers, businesses, and politicians in the South East. Stakeholders have labelled the budget as one that has “more federal funding for the labelling of vegan sausages than there has been for any agricultural projects” in the South East. […] 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 this...

Mixed reaction to rate hike
By Chris Oldfield Elected members have had a mixed reaction to a business plan and budget prepared by Naracoorte Lucindale Council’s management team. A shock 5.8 percent rate hike is included in the 53 page document unveiled at a special May 1 council meeting. […] 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 this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL...
IRELAND QUERIES CONSULTANT SPEND
SPENDING on consultants by Naracoorte Lucindale Council’s management during the past two financial years will be detailed in a report, following a motion by Cr Peter Ireland, seconded by Cr Cameron Grundy.
Advance Care Directive and dementia
THE importance of having an Advance Care Directive and the challenges posed by dementia
Meet Kiran, your local hearing specialist
Hearing loss is more common than many people realise, and because it often happens gradually, it is easy to ignore. But left untreated, it can affect your relationships, wellbeing, and ability to stay connected with the world around you. That is why regular hearing...
Naracoorte Market report: 24/6/2025
Cattle: LWB 16 - LWY 344 - LWC 173 - OAY 42 To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

Naracoorte A grade table tennis report Spring Season
By Michael Waters
Volcanos had a close match against Sizzle in A grade Table Tennis Spring season and they remain the only undefeated team so far this season. Volcanos won all 3 doubles matches to help them record a 7-5 win over second placed Sizzle.
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Naracoorte Art Gallery painting restored
By Adair Dunsford
A French oil painting which is part of the Naracoorte Regional Art Gallery’s permanent collection has been cleaned and restored. The picture, entitled Marche aux Fleurs or Flower Market by Edouard Cortes has been brought back to life through a grant from mining company, Australian Rare Earths. […]

Naracoorte RSL Ladies Invitation fours
By Linda Prentice
Naracoorte RSL and District Bowling Club held their Ladies Invitation fours sponsored by Elders Real Estate on Tuesday 24 th October in very windy and showery conditions. Fourteen teams from Bordertown, Kingston, Lucindale, Millicent Mt Gambier RSL, Mundulla, Naracoorte, Penola, Port Macdonnell and Robe competed. […]

Naracoorte Market Report 24/10/2023
By Tim Delany, MLA
Cattle: LWB 23 – LWY 613 – LWC 113 – OAY 0
Cattle numbers at Naracoorte increased this week to 749 which was a lift of 105 head. Quality was mostly from good to average with pens of heavy grown cattle, a mixed selection of yearlings and younger cattle which did suit feeders, restockers and the processors.
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Naracoorte RSL pennant results
By Linda Prentice
Both Divisions of open pennant for Naracoorte RSL did not have good results on Saturday in the extremely windy conditions. Division 1 played at Mt Gambier RSL against the Blue side. Ryan O’Shaughnessy, Geoff Hurn, Dean Cazzolato and Lindy Mark played Rex Heins’ team and went down 13 shots to 31.
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Our Q&A
By Chris Oldfield
The lack of a TAFE, children with special needs, the health bureaucracy, E-tag regulations, arts, rare earth mining, radiation therapy and plastics were among 16 questions asked at last week’s Country Cabinet forum in Naracoorte.
During a two-day whirlwind visit SA Premier Peter Malinauskas, his ministers and all department chiefs collectively met with hundreds of people as they travelled to various special spots within our region.
Their visit culminated in a public barbecue and Q&A forum last Thursday evening where almost 300 people crowded into the Naracoorte High School hall.
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Lower South East Bowls Association
Midweek Pennant results round 4: 25th October 2023: By Heather Richards.
Mt Gambier RSL Red 53/8 defeated Millicent Red 33/0. Mt Gambier RSL Blue 50/6 defeated Robe 44/2. Mt Gambier Blue 62/8 defeated Millicent Blue 36/0. Mt Gambier Red 52/8 defeated Port MacDonnell Red 38/0. Naracoorte 46/6 defeated Port MacDonnell Blue 44/2.
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Naracoorte South Primary School concert – Fairytales
Naracoorte South Primary School concert
In case you missed our concert . . . a note from Miss Edwards
What an incredible evening it has been, as we come to an end I stand here with a heart full of pride and gratitude. Our students have truly outdone themselves, and I think we can all agree that their performances were nothing short of spectacular.
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Bridge Club results
By Bridging the Gap
Inclement weather last Thursday was perfect for playing bridge and we were all thrilled to see Sandi Lawrence back at the club. Twenty ladies played 25 boards with coloured cards evenly distributed in both directions. Congratulations to E/W Jenny Pridham and Helen Edwards in first place with 58%.
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Beachport receives boost to commemorate war effort
By Charlotte Edmunds, Office of Tony Pasin MP
Federal Member for Barker, Tony Pasin MP has visited the Beachport Old Wool and Grain Museum to congratulate volunteers on receiving $7,000 in funding from the Federal Government’s Saluting their Service Grants Program to expand their collection of war memorabilia. The funding will be used to purchase […]

Glenelg youth development squads
By Richard Douglas, GFCW Football Operations and Talent Manager
The SANFL held their annual youth development championships for U15 and U17 […]

Lucindale Ladies Golf: The Laundry Hub Stableford 18/10/23
By Dusty Clubs
This Wednesday we had 18 Golfers play the Laundry Hub Stableford. We are truly grateful to the Laundry Hub being our sponsor and to their continuing support for our Club. It was the final competition Wednesday for the 2023 season and the course was looking great, the greens challenging and fairways perfect […]

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