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Full circle for Dale

DALE Morphett is reaping the rewards of his actions many decades ago. The 91-year-old former Kadina mayor is now a resident at Estia Health Kadina, which he helped officially open back in 1980 when it was known as Kadina Homestead Nursing Home. Back...

Sarah Herrmann

11 Jun 2025

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Port Vincent seeking shade for sun safety

A YEARS-LONG mission to protect local and visiting children from harmful sun rays is coming to fruition, despite opposition from those concerned about having their views blocked. Port Vincent Progress Association has received council consent to...

Sarah Herrmann

11 Jun 2025

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State budget: Purpose built Maitland CFS/SES shed on its way

A NEW co-located CFS and SES facility at Maitland is set to begin construction next year, after being announced in a previous state budget. The multi-million-dollar upgrade will consist of seven appliance bays, a training room, communication room...

Sarah Herrmann

11 Jun 2025

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State budget: Boat touted to solve bloom

A NEW coastal research vessel has been funded in the state budget to help monitor marine issues like algal blooms, but residents on southern Yorke Peninsula are doubtful it will make a difference. The $44.4 million joint investment by the state and...

Sarah Herrmann

11 Jun 2025

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THANKS FOR NOT A LOT

Yorke Peninsula forgotten in state budget YORKE Peninsula was left behind by the 2025-26 state budget, with no specific funding announcements for the region. The budget invested $1.9 billion in health, but none was specifically earmarked for Yorke...

Sarah Herrmann

11 Jun 2025

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‘Devastating’: Port Wakefield fears impacts of abattoir closure

CONCERNS about Port Wakefield’s economic future — and the fate of migrant workers — have emerged following the announcement that Seven Point Pork will close its doors. The Yorke Peninsula Country Times understands more than 100 workers at the...

Sarah Herrmann

11 Jun 2025