Naracoorte, December 22, 2024

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Cheers to here, and where we’ve been

Cheers to here, and where we’ve been

By Wayne Hawthorne
A Roast with either Christmas pudding or pavlova capped off a busy year for Naracoorte Men’s Probus members when they gathered with wives and partners for Christmas spirits at the Naracoorte Bowling Club. Probus month was celebrated in October with a BBQ gathering, highlighting Probus values of ‘friendship, fellowship and fun’.
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Naracoorte Primary School

Naracoorte Primary School

By the Leadership Group: Rob Sandercock, Andrea Lawrie and Samantha Gale
The year seems to have disappeared so quickly and when we look back, we have achieved so much – even with the disruptions caused by the building works. What a great night we had for ‘Carols on the Green’ with a huge crowd in attendance.
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Carters and Carriers….the building of a bustling frontier town

Carters and Carriers….the building of a bustling frontier town

By Maureen Andrews, Kingston SE Branch, National Trust of SA
The Kingston Museum has a fascinating collection which tells the story of how transport played a key role in the development of Kingston from an isolated settlement of approximately 140 people in 1860, to a bustling service hub in the late nineteenth and early twentieth century.
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Naracoorte South Primary School

Naracoorte South Primary School

By Ms Edwards
As our 2023 year comes to an end and our summer holiday’s begin, I would like to express how grateful I am to be leading such an amazing community of students, parents and staff. I am so proud of all of the achievements and accomplishments of our students here at Naracoorte South, and this would not be possible without your support and dedication.
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Naracoorte Combined Branch SACWA news

Naracoorte Combined Branch SACWA news

By Gill Savic
The Naracoorte Combined Branch of SACWA November meeting was held in the Senior Citizen’s rooms as our kitchen renovations in the CWA Rooms were still in progress. President Mrs Sandra Hutchings welcomed Guest Speaker Mr. Malcolm McEachern who spoke on his several visits to Papua New Guinea, our Country for study 2023.
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Charity triples school meal service through charity partnerships

Charity triples school meal service through charity partnerships

By Di Ind, SYC4K Chairperson
A Mount Gambier-based charity providing meals to schoolchildren has tripled their service over the last few months, with the help of fellow charities and organisations. Twenty-five schools across the Limestone Coast have now signed up for the Spare Ya Change 4 Kids (SYC4K) service, an increase from six schools at the beginning of 2023.
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Kingston District Council appoints new CEO

Kingston District Council appoints new CEO

By Mayor Jeff Pope, Kingston District Council
Kingston District Council is pleased to announce the appointment of its new Chief Executive Officer, Mr Ian Hart. Ian brings extensive leadership experience to Kingston District Council having been a CEO in multiple organisations, in addition to several senior executive team roles, across a diverse career spanning local and state government as well as community-based organisations, including Derwent Valley Council, Regional Development Victoria, Bendigo Heritage Attractions, Bendigo Jockey Club and Thoroughbred Racing SA.
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Cricket report

Cricket report

Lucindale strengthened its position in the top 3, while both Naracoorte teams suffered losses in Millicent and Naracoorte Cricket Association’s last round before Christmas last Saturday. Lucindale travelled to Wortley Oval to take on Naracoorte Warriors and the visitors batted first.
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Christmas hampers

Christmas hampers

By Stephanie Capper
Each year, the Kingston Inter Church Council issue hampers and Christmas gifts to families who need an extra helping hand. This year we provided 22 food hampers and Christmas gifts for 38 children. There is a lot of planning before the volunteers come together to pack the hampers, and sort the toys.
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Cricket report

U14’s back on track with comprehensive win

By Jock McClure
Last Saturday saw round six of the U14’s Hall Trophy. The previous week’s game against West Gambier was abandoned due to rain, leaving them in a dire situation needing a win against the might Mt Burr. Captain Sid Ebert won the toss and elected to bowl first, sending in Mount Burr to bat.
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Hampers of hope

Hampers of hope

By Helen Sadler
Each year prior to Christmas, Max Life Church hold a Hampers of Hope appeal, aiming to support and encourage families experiencing challenging times in our local community. Along with items needed for daily living, each customized hamper includes treats, toys and/or gift vouchers.
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Naracoorte A grade table tennis: Spring season grand final

Naracoorte A grade table tennis: Spring season grand final

By Michael Waters
The Naracoorte Table Tennis Spring Season A Grade Grand Final was played on Monday night 11th December between the 2 teams that ended up first and second on the ladder, Sizzle and Hot Stuff. Tom Randall, for Sizzle, got them off to a fine start with a narrow win over Craig Berry.
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