Music, music everywhere, and not a tear in sight

Jan 21, 2026 | This Week's Issue

Adelaide Guitar Festival Roadshow, Debbie Davis School of Dance 40th anniversary concert, Taste Festival, Fringe Street Show, Mount Gambier Eisteddfod Music division, Naracoorte Art Gallery Summer Party, The Wish Festival, Hotel entertainment, Open Mic events, busking at the Christmas Parade, and various markets – it felt like live music was everywhere in 2025.

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“Pull their heads in”

Naracoorte Lucindale mayor Patrick Ross has fired a blunt warning at national politicians pushing for sweeping migration cuts, saying regional Australia “needs all the help we can get” as businesses struggle to find skilled workers.

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Passport adventure on a roll

School holiday fun is continuing at Naracoorte Library and Town Hall, with local adventures, creative activities, games and movies still to come.

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Speed cuts rejected

The West Wimmera Shire Council has expressed disappointment after the Victorian government declined requests to reduce speed limits in Goroke and Apsley.

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Coonawarra celebrates Cabernet

Spring is set to come alive in the Coonawarra Wine Region this October, with Coonawarra Cabernet Celebrations returning from 1 18 October 2026, bringing together three vibrant weekends of wine, food, music, and regional experiences.

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Come wander through our wonderful wetlands

The Limestone Coast Landscape Board is inviting the community to connect with nature these school holidays at Walk the Wetland, a free family-friendly environmental education event celebrating the importance of wetlands across the Limestone Coast.

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Lovegrass threat recognised

The African lovegrass has been announced as a new national priority weed for Australia.

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