LIMESTONE COAST

Environment leaders sleep under the stars

Limestone Coast Youth Environment Council members embarked on an exciting adventure in Mount Burr recently where they were able to undertake a few exciting...

Forum for fishers lets voices be heard

A FORUM which aims to gather feedback from south-east recreational fishers about their ideas and concerns in the industry is coming to Mount Gambier/Berrin...

Fire truck stolen

SOUTH Australia Police are investigating the theft of a decommissioned fire truck from a Compass business in April. Just before 9am on Sunday April 28,...

Monitor burn offs in dry conditions across state

South Australians are being warned to be cautious when conducting burn offs, with Country Fire Service (CFS) volunteers already responding to more than 70...

Community rolls up their sleeve

COMMUNITY members are being encouraged to roll up their sleeves as the flu season kicks off. Last year’s season was reportedly the worst flu...

New sponsor for the Pioneers

MOUNT Gambier/Berrin’s iconic basketball team the Pioneers have welcomed a new sponsor. Leader of the Opposition David Speirs announced he and Shadow Assistant Minister...

Civic centre lift in disrepair

City of Mount Gambier staff have assured they can still accommodate people with access needs, despite the Civic Centre's internal lift becoming inoperable. Council general...

Close call for North netballers

NORTH GAMBIER 49 d CASTERTON SANDFORD 40 AT three quarter time of the clash between Casterton Sandford and North Gambier, the upset of the season...

Saints recover from slow start

MILLICENT 47 d EAST GAMBIER 40 EAST Gambier was off to a flier against Millicent on the weekend off the back of some tough defence...

Old hands show class at Blue Lake Sports Park

THE 17th Annual Mount Gambier Baseball Masters is done and dusted, with Limestone Coast teams faring well. Fine weather welcomed the six visiting and...

Tigers make cross-border journey

CASTERTON SANDFORD v NORTH GAMBIER A CAT fight is set to take place at Island Park this Saturday when North Gambier visits Casterton Sandford for...

Anticipation builds for Round 3 meeting

WEST GAMBIER v SOUTH GAMBIER THERE will be plenty of intrigue surrounding what holds the potential to be match of the round in Limestone Coast...

Saints welcome Bulldogs to fortress

MILLICENT v EAST GAMBIER Unfortunately for the Bulldogs, their trip to face Millicent at McLaughlin Park this weekend will be the easiest pick for tipsters...

Elmo’s Circus Dream

FAMILIES from near and far filled the seats at the Sir Robert Helpmann Theatre on Sunday to catch a glimpse at the big red...

Stokes on a hot streak at Beer and BBQ Fest

IN the aftermath of the first ever Mount Gambier/Berrin Beer and BBQ Festival, local band Stokes has expressed its excitement and pride for their...

Generations in Jazz another success

GENERATIONS in Jazz has once again wowed the audience, both in person and online. Organiser Karyn Roberts said feedback of the event had been...

Green Triangle Timber Industry Awards Socials

MANY gathered at The Barn Palais recently to celebrate the Green Triangle Timber Industry Awards. A number of awards were given out on the night...

Generations returns to the Mount

WITH the Generations in Jazz (GIJ) Improvised Gala event held last week, event organiser Karyn Roberts said it was exciting to be able to...

Table top event biggest yet

WARHAMMER enthusiasts gathered in Naracoorte on the June long weekend to battle it out in the 23rd annual Terra Con competition. The fantasy tabletop...

Strong result overall for South Australia’s grain industry

Despite a favourable start to the 2023-24 season, below average late winter and spring rainfall in all grain producing areas limited yield potential in...

Additional funding supports primary producers

Rural Business Support has received a significant boost with the announcement of $1.7 million in additional federal government funding for its Rural Financial Counselling...

Projects focus on beneficial insects in canola

Grain growers will benefit from improved pest management strategies with the start of two new research projects focussing on beneficial insects in canola. Grains Research...

Researchers gain access to resources

Three essential ingredients for successful crop breeding are now more available than ever thanks to a new investment between the Grains Research and Development...

Multi-pronged approach to best practice spray application

Grain Producers SA (GPSA) has appointed a consultant to review options to strengthen best industry practice in a bid to address ongoing challenges around...

Optimistic start to season

South Australian farmers have started the year on an optimistic note, with the state’s rural confidence surging in the last quarter, due to reduced...

LEXUS ES300h SPORTS LUXURY

The growth in SUV sales has seen a corresponding decline in demand for traditional four-door sedans. In the case of Lexus only two of...

NISSAN NAVARA PRO-X DUAL CAB UTILITY

Okay. Now I’m confused. The Nissan Navara PRO-4X was replaced by the PRO-4X Warrior which in turn has recently been replaced by the much-hyped PRO-4X...

‘S’ PUTS ON JOLION GOOD SHOW

The Chinese automobile maker GWM Haval has spiced up its popular small petrol sports utility vehicle segment with the addition of a Jolion S,...

Strong fuel efficiency standards the key to $13 billion benefit for Australians

AUSTRALIANS can individually save up to $1200 a year on vehicle running costs if the federal government delivers strong fuel efficiency standards, new modelling...

TOYOTA CRUISER: NO SINKING FEELING… YET

The Toyota LandCruiser dates back to the days when such vehicles were called wagons – none of this sports utility vehicle nonsense. Unfortunately, they...

NEW MG 4 SET TO SHAKE-UP THE AUSTRALIAN EV MARKET

MG Motor will be giving Australian EV buyers their first look at its new MG4 hatchback/SUV cross when it’s revealed at the Fully Charged...

Mining jobs plentiful for SA

MINING jobs were highly advertised in South Australia in the last quarter of 2023, with 40 per cent of those advertised jobs located in...

Using proper language when talking about disability

As our society progresses into a more inclusive and welcoming environment, it is important that we make a conscious effort to ensure the language...

One million drums and counting

If all the plastic AgVet containers Noel Bubner has processed for recycling were laid side by side, they would stretch from Balaklava to Adelaide,...

Seniors delay doctors visits due to cost

New research from National Seniors Australia suggests 68 per cent of older people have recently gone without or hesitated to access essential healthcare...

New Premium Rooms Open at Resthaven Mount Gambier

Four newly-built premium single rooms will be available at Resthaven Mount Gambier from mid-November, following a renovation at the home at 24 Elizabeth Street. Manager...

Monash study shows gut fibre may help skin allergies

A study conducted by Monash University has found that microbial fermentation of dietary fibre in the gut can protect against allergic skin disease. Published in...

Beloved Kingston SE paper immortalised digitally

A GRANT from the State Library of South Australia has allowed the very first South-East (SE) Kingston Leader editions to be permanently digitised and...

Council to celebrate volunteers

NATIONAL Volunteer Week is approaching, and the District Council of Grant is proud to celebrate its volunteers at its annual morning tea later this...

Hawke House hurrah

Visitors to the Tatiara will be able to rest their heads in history, as Hawke House opens for tourist accommodation this week. Hawke House...

Young apprentice cream of the crop

Early morning starts have paid off for Millicent apprentice Melissa Tilley who has celebrated the final year of her apprenticeship with an award. Ms Tilley...

Lions roar in to the kitchen

Millicent Lions Club continue to support those who are struggling with the cost of living crisis through the Millicent Shares a Plate (MSAP) free...

Duo launches new music video

SEXY As S**t (SAS) have recently dropped a music video to their latest track ‘White Rabbit.’ The video is the second video release for the...

Latest News

Environment leaders sleep under the stars

Limestone Coast Youth Environment Council members embarked on an exciting adventure in Mount Burr recently where they were able to undertake a few exciting...

Fire truck stolen