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Wind farm construction commences

REGION - Construction on the Carmody’s Hill Wind Farm is set to begin this week, marking a significant step forward for the project’s next...

HMAS Whyalla’s return

WHYALLA - With South Australian History Month to be held in May, a crew member of the HMAS Whyalla has shared his recollections of...

Kitten injured in illegal steel trap

PORT AUGUSTA - RSPCA South Australia has delivered another warning to people using illegal steel-jaw traps after a kitten was injured in Port...

Donation tin stolen

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Sport

Pirie set for netball

PORT PIRIE - The Port Pirie Netball Association is set for another strong season this year, with steady growth in participation and continuous improvements...

First race meeting held at Port Augusta Race Club

PORT AUGUSTA - The Port Augusta Racing Club held its first race meeting for the season, with organisers keen to be back on track....

Whyalla teams ready to step on court

WHYALLA - The Whyalla Netball Association is gearing up for a strong 2026 season, with increasing participation numbers and renewed optimism across all grades. The...

Dressage and showjumping series being held

PORT AUGUSTA - The Port Augusta Pony Club is in the middle of a Showjumping and Dressage Series, which invites competitors from across the...

Five-goal burst proves costly for Demons

PORT PIRIE – The Demons suffered a tough and unexpected 5–2 defeat away to Angle Vale on Saturday, 11 April, in a match defined...

Savoy loses narrowly

PORT PIRIE - Savoy’s new Premier Divisions soccer season kicked off last Sunday at the Sports Precinct and the visiting Para Hills East managed...

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SA Government

The pain behind the loss

“THE harm creeps up on you — by the time you recognise it, it's already well and truly taken hold.” These are the words of...

See the signs, stop the harm

RECOGNISING the damage done early, and reaching out for support, are crucial to overcoming gambling harm for regional South Australians. Department of Human Services...

Strong support for regional communities

WHILE the challenges of gambling harm are continuing to evolve, a number of community services are providing support tailored to those living rurally. ...

Vouchers directly boost visitation

THE hospitality and tourism sector in the Whyalla region is seeing a welcome boost this summer, thanks to the Coast is Calling Travel Voucher...

How to access business support through algal bloom

The State Government’s Department of State Development is providing a range of measures to support impacted businesses, and their owners and staff, through the...

Tackling SA’s algal bloom

A harmful algal bloom has been impacting large stretches of South Australia’s coastline since mid-March. South Australian Research and Development Institute (SARDI) Executive Director Professor...

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New documentary to premiere on Quorn silos

QUORN - A new documentary of national significance ‘Bitter Springs in Translation’ will premiere at Quorn Silo Light Show throughout May for the South...

Anzac Day around the Upper Spencer Gulf

Around the region Anzac Day will be commemorated at community gatherings, with a service close to you. ALFORD Dawn Service at the War Memorial, followed by...

Connection over coffee

PORT PIRIE - Residents will have the chance to connect with local police in a relaxed environment later this month, as ‘Coffee with a...

Inclusive Basketball to celebrate 10 years

PORT AUGUSTA - Inclusive Basketball Port Augusta will celebrate its 10 year anniversary this April with a special event. The anniversary event will celebrate...

Firefighter bids farewell

PORT PIRIE - After four decades of service, Anthony 'AJ' Smith has hung up his helmet as a senior firefighter and closed a chapter...

Special clinic hits century

PORT PIRIE - A unique piece of the city’s industrial and health history has reached a remarkable milestone, as the BHAS Dental Clinic recently...

Hall upgrades underway

NAPPERBY - Important upgrades have begun at Napperby Hall to help protect and enhance the historic community facility. The improvements, delivered through a partnership between...

The fog of war

I have just watched a documentary entitled, ’America’s Veterans, the War Within’. This emotionally powerful, ’must see’ program focussed on the lives of...

Brock officially secures Stuart

REGION - Independent Geoff Brock has officially been declared the Member for Stuart following the 2026 state election. The declaration of the poll, conducted by...

Residents disposing of items incorrectly

PORT AUGUSTA - The Northern Adelaide Waste Management Authority (NAWMA) has reported high levels of contamination in recycling loads arriving from Port Augusta, with...