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Safety call after crash

PORT PIRIE - The Port Pirie Regional Council is set to ask the State Government and Member for Stuart for urgent safety upgrades at...

Discover what’s on in the Spencer Gulf

PORT PIRIE BUILDING BLOCKS, RELATIONSHIPS LEGO CLUB - Thursday, April 2, Port Pirie Regional Library, from 3.30pm-4.30pm. For ages 5-12. Phone 8632 1649 to book. FOOD, FOOD,...

Strong recycling despite contamination

PORT PIRIE - Port Pirie residents have been praised for their strong recycling efforts, despite a renewed push to reduce contamination in household bins....

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Sport

Demons held to late draw

REGION - Northern Demons took on new State League 2 side Elizabeth Downs at Byrne Park on Saturday, 28 March. Downs entered the competition...

Back-to-back

REGION - Whyalla has gone back-to-back to claim the 2026 Perry’s Cup, with the best women's footballers from across the region gathering for the...

Blue wins premiership

PORT PIRIE - BHAS Blue has taken out the North Western Bowling Association division one ladies bowls grand final in a tight match against...

Great softball finals games

Wow! That’s all that can really be said about the way the Port Pirie Softball Association season came to a close. As we shut...

Mixed results in pennants

PORT PIRIE - In the fifth round of the Port Pirie Squash 2026 Autumn Pennant season played on 11 March, Roosters defeated Spartans 3-3...

Rocky cricket in review

ROCKY RIVER - The 2025/26 cricket season started with Proprietary, South Port and Wandearah joining the Rocky River competition. With Laura unable to...

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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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Family, friends in Pt Pirie

The Recorder photographer Phil Hensel caught up with locals and visitors at the Risdon Hotel.

Funds for BHP tram model

WHYALLA - The Whyalla Maritime Museum is set to unveil a significant new exhibit chronicling the history of the BHP Tramway, thanks to nearly...

Assembly unites region

PORT PIRIE - Catholic leaders from across the region arrived in Port Pirie to attend the city's annual Diocesan Assembly. Held over two days, March...

Singers honour war history

WHYALLA - An ambitious musical production reflecting on the experiences of prisoners of war in Singapore during World War II will be staged by...

Foreshore fun awaits

PORT BROUGHTON - A strong mix of local food, live music and community atmosphere will be on show in Port Broughton for Feast on...

Submissions open for Country Arts SA award

Country Arts SA is now accepting submissions for the 2027 Breaking Ground Art Award, open to regional visual artists of all disciplines and at...

Track down hidden loos

Australians are being urged to keep an eye out for one of life’s everyday essentials, with a nationwide call to help uncover hidden public...

Free carbon farming webinar

REGION - A free carbon farming webinar will be delivered across the state next week, allowing sheep and cattle producers to learn how to...

Port Pirie export boost

PORT PIRIE - Green Iron SA has announced a new iron ore export concept which could position Port Pirie as a key player in...

Airdale celebrates harmony

PORT PIRIE - Harmony Week has been a vibrant and engaging celebration at Airdale Primary School, with students participating in a range of activities...