Yorke Peninsula Country Times

LEST WE FORGET, ALWAYS

TODAY, lay preacher Peter Bilney led his 20th Remembrance Day service at the Stansbury War Memorial. This year also marked the 27th year he led the local Anzac Day dawn services — both at the memorial and the former Eldercare Elanora nursing home...

Michelle Daw

11 Nov 2025

Shark net shortfall

SUPPORTERS of the proposed swimming facility at Wallaroo foreshore have raised safety concerns over a gap in the shark net shown in the current draft design. The design, submitted by Wallbridge Gilbert Aztec engineers and presented at Copper Coast...

Michelle Daw

11 Nov 2025

News

Future uncertain at WMPS

PARENTS say the future of Wallaroo Mines Primary School is threatened by a lack of clarity about its future, as the Department for Education investigates the school’s leadership. The incumbent principal, Tamarin Condon, is on leave while the...

Michelle Daw

11 Nov 2025

News

Gold Hydrogen drilling new well east of Minlaton

GOLD Hydrogen has started drilling a new well, Ramsay 3, on farmland east of Minlaton in search of natural hydrogen. The company has previously drilled two wells on Yorke Peninsula — Ramsay 1 and Ramsay 2 — which delivered world-leading results...

Caitlin Menadue

11 Nov 2025

EPA, Flinders Ports return serve on ferry closure

THE Environment Protection Authority and Flinders Ports have pushed back against criticisms from Spencer Gulf Searoad, which recently suspended its ferry service between Wallaroo and Lucky Bay. SGS chief executive Chris Carvill last week confirmed...

Michelle Daw

11 Nov 2025

News

Sandilands crash victim remembered as “pure sunshine”

THREE-year-old Ava Ferguson, who tragically died in a crash at Sandilands on Friday, October 31, is being remembered as “delightful, magical and sparkly”. Ava was a passenger in a car that collided with a truck on Sandy Church Road, near Davies...

Caitlin Menadue

11 Nov 2025

News

Students monitor marine health at Ardrossan

ARDROSSAN Area School students are helping monitor the local marine environment by collecting and analysing sea water samples from the town’s boat ramp and observing conditions at the nearby beach. Students from years 5 to 10 are participating in...

Michelle Daw

11 Nov 2025

Sport

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Father Steve Ardill awarded

Father Steve Ardill has been recognised for his outstanding contribution to community football, receiving the annual SANFL community umpiring award on Monday, November 3. The award acknowledges longevity of service to Australian Rules umpiring and...

Austinn Lane

11 Nov 2025

Sport

Chelsea Biddell’s milestone moment

Port Vincent export Chelsea Biddell has become a key pillar in the Adelaide Crows’ defensive unit. But she admitted her journey to a landmark 75 AFLW games hasn’t always been smooth sailing. Drafted from SANFL club West Adelaide as a key marking...

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11 Nov 2025

Sport

Port Broughton skate competition draws strong crowd

ompetition over the first weekend in November, attracting strong crowds and young skaters of all ages. On Saturday, 15 eager participants took part in coaching sessions with the Skate Park Leagues crew who shared their experience and knowledge with...

Austinn Lane

11 Nov 2025

Community

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Community

Big ideas shared over lunch in Wallaroo

SOME of the best business ideas have started as a scribble on the back of a napkin — and that was the inspiration behind a networking lunch held in Wallaroo last week. Local business owners, innovators and community leaders gathered at the...

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11 Nov 2025

Community

Coffee for a cause supports mental health awareness

IN recognition of International Coffee Day on October 1, several local businesses joined forces with the Lions Club of Stansbury Dalrymple to support mental health initiatives, aligning their efforts with October’s Mental Health Month. For every...

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11 Nov 2025

Property

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Property

Stylish, spacious and secure home in the heart of Kadina

FEATURE PROPERTY Kadina 24B Doswell Terrace $630,000 Agent Wardle Co Real Estate, RLA 228106 Phone Brenton Brind 0408 955 182, Nathan Collins 0477 283 370 A RARE combination of comfort, convenience and low-maintenance living, this well-maintained...

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04 Nov 2025

Property

Room to grow in Kadina: ideal start or smart investment

A FOUR-bedroom home on a generous 1795-square-metre block is turning heads in Kadina, offering excellent value for first-time buyers or savvy investors looking for future potential. Located in a quiet, friendly neighbourhood just minutes from the...

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28 Oct 2025

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FOGO program expands with festive boost and new community initiatives

Advertising promotion COPPER Coast Council is leading the way in sustainable waste management, with the region’s food organics and garden organics (FOGO) program continuing to grow. As part of its commitment to the circular economy, council...

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11 Nov 2025

Free to read

Medical grade skin care and aesthetics clinic right here on YP

Advertising Promotion SINCE opening in 2019, YP Skin, Vein and Aesthetics has been on a mission to bring top-tier skin cancer care to Yorke Peninsula and beyond. Led by clinical director Dr Will Daehn, the clinic combines a friendly, welcoming...

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11 Nov 2025

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