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Hopes raised by rain at last

FARMERS on Yorke Peninsula are rejoicing after receiving some of the best rainfall for a year and a half with lighter falls forecast for today, Tuesday, July 29, and on Wednesday and Thursday. In the seven days to 9am Monday, falls ranged from 34...

Michelle Daw

29 Jul 2025

Community

Ellie helps keep country shows kicking

MAITLAND’S Ellie Oster loves sharing her enthusiasm for local shows and she has been recognised for her lifelong participation and volunteer work, being named as the runner up Young Rural Ambassador of South Australia. She was presented with the...

Michelle Daw

22 Jul 2025

News

Green light to fix ramp

YORKE Peninsula Council has voted to modify the new $3.5 million boat ramp at Marion Bay following community outcry about its safety. At council’s monthly meeting on July 9, elected members voted to acknowledge community feedback and to re-open...

Michelle Daw

15 Jul 2025

News

Relief for industries hit by algal bloom

THE State Government has agreed to provide backdated fee relief for commercial fishers, aquaculturalists and charter boat operators hit by the toxic algal bloom affecting South Australia’s coastline. The initial $500,000 fee relief package offered...

Michelle Daw

15 Jul 2025

News

New Point Turton vessel to the rescue

AFTER seven years of campaigning by local volunteers, a new vessel has been announced for the Point Turton division of the Royal Volunteer Coastal Patrol to replace its 50-year-old boat. The new vessel will boost navigation capacity, communications...

Michelle Daw

15 Jul 2025

News

Fabric for art’s sake

VIVID abstract patterns created by a Tiddy Widdy artist that look just as good on the wall or clothing are on display in Kadina this month. Art Attack at Ascot Gallery offers canvases, fabric hangings, garment, cosmetic purses and even a camping...

Michelle Daw

08 Jul 2025