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A time for reflection before more action in MacKillop

A time for reflection before more action in MacKillop

by | Dec 19, 2023 | , ,

By Nick McBride MP, Member for MacKillop
As we head into the busy Christmas period, it’s time to take stock and reflect on the year that was, while also looking forward to the year ahead.  Year 2023 was certainly a time of change for me, with my decision to turn Independent a significant one. 
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Naracoorte B grade Table Tennis: Spring season finals

Naracoorte B grade Table Tennis: Spring season finals

by | Dec 19, 2023 | , ,

By Zoe Williams and Sophie Matters
Semi-finals
The first Semi-final game was played by the Dragons and the Vampires, the first double was played by Andrew Patrick and Leah Davenport from the Dragons and Eli Flint and Austin Martyn from the Vampires, score for this five-set game were, 7-11, 6-11, 11-7, 11-8 and 11-8.
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Gratitude to our Communities

Gratitude to our Communities

by | Dec 19, 2023 | ,

By Michael Waite, Founder/Volunteer, Naracoorte News michael@naracoortenews.com, (08) 8121-4141
As the year draws to a close, we find ourselves reflecting on the incredible journey we’ve shared, and it is with immense gratitude that we express our thanks to each and every one of you.
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Southern Ports Tennis Association results round 9: 16th December

Southern Ports Tennis Association results round 9: 16th December

by | Dec 19, 2023 | , ,

By Katelyn Baker
Rebels win Robe Derby
The Robe Rebels have secured Lewis Ling Cup in Round 9 of the Southern Ports Tennis Association season. The Rebels put on a dominant display over the Robe Roosters, who struggled to fill their side due to illness. Christmas Festivities continued out at Lucindale with three matches taking the court.
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“No long-term plan”

“No long-term plan”

by | Dec 19, 2023 | ,

By Nasik Swami
How do we fix Naracoorte’s drainage problems? This is the question we asked former mayor David Hood, as the recent rain event put the township’s drainage systems under immense pressure. Mr Hood claims the “drainage problems” had been expanded through the years by the Corporation of Naracoorte with addons and extensions to drains and no long-term plan.
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Lower South East Bowls Association

Lower South East Bowls Association

by | Dec 19, 2023 | , ,

Midweek Pennant results round 11: 13th December 2023
By Heather Richards
Division 1
Naracoorte 47/6 defeated Millicent Red 45/2
Robe 63/8 defeated Port MacDonnell Blue 32/0
Mt Gambier RSL Red 71/8 defeated Mt Gambier Blue 41/0
Port MacDonnell Red 51/8 defeated Millicent Blue 37/0
Mt Gambier Red 56/6 defeated Mt Gambier RSL Blue 42/2
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Roundabout time to lobby for lights?

Roundabout time to lobby for lights?

by | Dec 19, 2023 | , ,

By Chris Oldfield
IN the wake of “at least two more recent near misses” at the Smith St- McCrae St roundabout, people are being urged to email, ring or write to local councillors, mayor Patrick Ross, Member for MacKillop Nick McBride as well as Infrastructure and Transport Minister Tom Koutsantonis”.
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Fix it properly

Fix it properly

by | Dec 19, 2023 | ,

By Nasik Swami
Local tradesman, Ben Crosby of Foster Engineering was not a happy man when he addressed the Naracoorte-Lucindale Council during its November meeting. Frustrated by the council’s inaction on drainage works, Mr Crosby did not mince his words when he told the elected members that the recent flooding has cost him at least 30k, plus electrical and building damage.
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Bridge@Bowls

Bridge@Bowls

by | Dec 19, 2023 | , ,

By Bridging the Gap
Last week, 27 ladies from the Naracoorte Bridge Club finished the year with a fun and relaxed morning of bridge. More ladies joined in for a delicious lunch kindly organised by the Naracoorte Bowling Club ladies. A very big thank you to the catering convenor, Colleen Fox and her band of merry helpers.
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Boost for beef

Boost for beef

by | Dec 19, 2023 | ,

By Chris Oldfield
IN a pre-Christmas boost for the multi-million-dollar beef industry, China has lifted its ban on the Teys Australia Naracoorte site. But as yet it is unknown if and when farmers will receive more than around $1.50 – $2.80 per kilo – which is what they are currently getting for the beef they produce.
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Hour of horror

Hour of horror

by | Dec 19, 2023 | ,

By Nasik Swami
It was an hour of horror. That’s how many have described the severe storm that hit the western edge of Millicent on December 12. In an hour’s time, the storm had uprooted trees, tore down power lines, blown roofs off, and caused widespread devastation to what, otherwise, would have been a peaceful evening for the community preparing for Christmas festivities.
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Lower South East Bowls Association

Naracoorte RSL Bowling Club: Round 11 pennant results

by | Dec 19, 2023 | , ,

By Linda Prentice
Naracoorte RSL ladies played their round 11 game at home against Robe on the 15 th of December. Both teams found the green quite heavy after so much rain in the previous couple of weeks, but the home side adapted quickly and got away to great starts.
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