New minister, no solution
South Australia’s new Health minister Blair Boyer has acknowledged demand for dialysis in Naracoorte ― but stopped short of committing to when, or if, patients will see the life-saving service delivered closer to home. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
I am ready to get to work
A political earthquake has reshaped MacKillop―and its new MP says he is wasting no time. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
E-scooter footpath safety concerns
Local e-scooter users are being warned to strictly follow the law or face heavy penalties, as concerns grow over the way some riders are allegedly using footpaths. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
Locals fight to keep bridge open
Strong community opposition has emerged against the potential decommissioning of the Struan Road bridge, with the majority of residents urging Naracoorte Lucindale Council to keep the key crossing open. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
Major cabinet shake-up, Picton dumped as Health minister
In a sweeping post-election cabinet reshuffle, premier Peter Malinauskas has removed Chris Picton from the critical Health portfolio, handing the role instead to Blair Boyer.
Mayor pay push splits council
A push to increase the mayor’s pay has split Naracoorte Lucindale Council, with councillors clashing over rising demands of the role ― and whether ratepayers should foot the bill.
Dialysis push gains urgency, council backing
Access to life-saving dialysis services in Naracoorte has reached a “crucial point”, with elected members moving swiftly to back a community-led push for urgent action at the March 24 Naracoorte Lucindale Council meeting.
Diversity lights up the lake
Naracoorte’s diversity lit up the Swimming Lake on Saturday, as more than 150 people gathered for the Harmony Day Wish Festival.
Waiting game for life-saving care
How long is too long to wait for life-saving treatment closer to home and support networks? To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
Housing plan takes shape
Naracoorte Lucindale Council is continuing to map out the future of housing across the district, but key decisions on where and how development will occur are still some time away. To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL...
Man charged over ANCOR breach, weapons
A 29-year-old man from the South East will appear in the Naracoorte Magistrates Court on April 10 for breaching his Australian National Child Offender Register (ANCOR) reporting obligations, possessing prohibited weapons, and an ice pipe. To access this post, you must...
“I am sorry”
McBride ends political career To access this post, you must purchase MONTHLY SUBSCRIPTION, THE LAST ISSUE or ANNUAL SUBSCRIPTION.
NLC supports cave research
Naracoorte Lucindale Council will contribute $60,000 towards a $900,000 Naracoorte Caves research project over three years.
Classroom without walls
A new “classroom without walls” has taken shape at Sunrise Christian School Naracoorte, where students will learn about food, sustainability, and community through a hands-on garden kitchen.
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.
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.
“MacKillop sidelined”
Is MacKillop getting a fair deal?
Who will it be?
Early voting begins at 8am on March 14.
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.
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