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Childcare crunch
A shortage of childcare places is preventing families from returning to work, placing pressure on local businesses, and limiting economic growth across Naracoorte Lucindale, according to a major new regional report.
Rare earths row
Australian Rare Earths’ (AR3) proposed Koppamurra rare earths project near Naracoorte is back in the spotlight following the release of its pre-feasibility study.
H5 bird flu detected in Robe
A dead seabird found at Robe Marina has become the first Australian seabird confirmed to have H5 bird flu, prompting authorities to urge the public not to touch sick or dead birds as surveillance continues across South Australia.
Council election delay adds budget pressure
The delayed local government elections are already creating new planning pressures for the Naracoorte Lucindale Council.
Council admins in One Nation’s sights
Amalgamation of council administrations, rather than elected members, is firmly on the agenda for One Nation, visiting MLC Carlos Quaremba said while in Naracoorte last week.
Sunrise celebrates grandparents
On June 26, at Sunrise Christian School Naracoorte, we celebrated the grandparents and special people in our lives.
Opinion: Labor’s attack on seniors’ private health cover
on seniors’ private health cover
Rural health grants open
At Flinders University Rural and Remote Health SA, our education and research are dedicated to equipping the next generation of leaders and innovators with the knowledge, skills, and vision to improve health outcomes and support vulnerable communities across rural and remote Australia.
Council adopts 2026-27 budget
2026-27 budget
Calls for long-term support for regional aviation
Member for Barker Tony Pasin is encouraging airport operators and local councils across Barker to apply for available Commonwealth funding while warning that regional airports continue to face growing financial pressure from increasing government regulatory and security requirements.
Naracoorte to host farm financial skills workshop
Primary producers based in South Australia’s south east have the opportunity to expand their knowledge, free of charge, at a practical workshop designed to help provide financial skills key to managing a farming business.
End of an era, road maintenance arrangements change
June 30 marked the end of a remarkable chapter in West Wimmera’s history, with West Wimmera Shire Council officially concluding its long-standing role in maintaining Victoria’s arterial road network on behalf of the state government.
New principal at one of SA’s oldest schools
Nicholas Patzel has been appointed as the new principal of Mary MacKillop Memorial School in Penola, one of South Australia’s oldest Catholic schools.
Service, friendship, and adventure take centre stage
Naracoorte Ladies Probus enjoyed a busy meeting in June, with two speakers. Firstly, Naracoorte Rotary’s Danish Exchange student was invited to tell us about her 10-month visit to Australia as part of the Rotarians International Student Exchange Programme.
Strengthening First Nations leadership
The Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) is celebrating the evolution of First Nations representation within the college, with the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Members Group expanding its role through the establishment of a formal committee.
Rabble not rabble
The Rabble are proving that they aren’t a rabble this season as they shot to the top of the A grade winter table tennis ladder with a 9-3 win over the Heros.
Eucalypts stay undefeated
Round 2, 24 June 2026
Jade, Evelyn shine in defence
Under 13: Redlegs 1 defeated K/L Rangers 0
Meredith and Jan tops bridge
Last Thursday, 24 bridge members had a solid afternoon of Bridge@Bowls in the warmth of the Naracoorte Bowling Club.
Finals race heats up
Footy report
Jacki claims monthly medal
Lucindale ladies golf: 8 July 2026
Don retires after 38 years
Lucindale Country Club news
Liz wins on countback
Naracoorte Golf Club ladies report
Local rider makes Australian team
The local community is celebrating after talented country rider Max Midwinter earned the honour of representing Australia at the 2026 International Six Days Enduro (ISDE) in Portugal.
H5 bird flu detected in Robe
A dead seabird found at Robe Marina has become the first Australian seabird confirmed to have H5 bird flu, prompting authorities to urge the public not to touch sick or dead birds as surveillance continues across South Australia.
Council election delay adds budget pressure
The delayed local government elections are already creating new planning pressures for the Naracoorte Lucindale Council.
Bird flu rapid response ready
The Malinauskas government stands ready to respond to any potential H5 bird flu outbreak, backed by an arsenal of specialised resources including a mobile diagnostic laboratory, rapid response units and decontamination facilities.
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