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Naracoorte’s rising star

Apr 15, 2026 | Article, Community Stories, This Week's Issue, Top Articles

Leadership, determination, and the courage to step outside one’s comfort zone propelled Jack Barker to a major regional honour.

The 17-year-old Naracoorte High School Year 12 student and 2026 school captain has been named the Upper South East Lions Youth of the Year, a recognition that celebrates academic excellence, leadership, and public speaking ability among young people.

For Jack, the moment his name was announced was both emotional and deeply rewarding.

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by | 28/10/2026 | Article, Community Stories, This Week's Issue, Top Articles | 0 Comments

A proposed $90,000 mountain bike track in Naracoorte has sparked debate among councillors, with concerns raised over its location, community demand, and whether the investment would be worthwhile.

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Kincraig crowned SA’s best country hotel

by | 28/10/2026 | Article, Community Stories, This Week's Issue, Top Articles | 0 Comments

Naracoorte’s Kincraig Hotel has emerged as one of South Australia’s biggest winners at the 2026 AHA|SA Hotel Awards for Excellence, taking home four awards, including the prestigious Overall Hotel Country title.

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50 years on and still going strong

by | 28/10/2026 | This Week's Issue | 0 Comments

Probus is celebrating its 50th anniversary in Australia in 2026, with October marking Probus Month.

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by | 28/10/2026 | This Week's Issue | 0 Comments

South Australia has returned to the equal lowest unemployment rate in the nation, with the latest Australian Bureau of Statistics figures showing the state’s jobless rate falling to 4.2 per cent in September.

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Tour of Naracoorte’s hidden treasures

by | 28/10/2026 | This Week's Issue | 0 Comments

Members of Padthaway Women in Agriculture and Business recently discovered many hidden treasures of Naracoorte during a mystery tour.

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Naracoorte Market Report: 20 October 2026

by | 28/10/2026 | This Week's Issue | 0 Comments

Cattle: LWB 33 – LWY 940 – LWC 431 – OAY 20

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