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2024 Alexandrina Business & Services Guide - Club Contact Details

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Southern Argus

11 Oct 2023

Strathalbyn

End of chapter for loved local

After almost 22 years working at Strathalbyn’s Waste and Recycling Depot, Chris Williams has retired. Speaking to The Southern Argus on his last day, the 54-year-old was emotional saying the best part of the job was the public “without any...

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Tara Nash

21 Nov 2024

Community News

Spotlight put on local music after national review

With the national review into Australia’s live music industry over, a local pub is facing its own difficulties providing entertainment at its venue. The Standing Committee on Communications and the Arts heard evidence about the industry following...

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Deirdre Graham

21 Nov 2024

Community News

Pacific Islander workers flock to region

Samoan Journalist Manaui Faulalo was among six print journalists from the Pacific who were recently invited to a placement with regional Australian newspapers, including The Southern Argus, in partnership with ABC International Development and...

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Southern Argus

21 Nov 2024

Community News

Olives shine on the Fleurieu

A 17,000 tree olive grove near Finniss is proving Australia can rival the mediterranean when it comes to producing both table olives and olive oils. The Australian Olive Company has been in the hands of the Chehade family for the past 25 years, and...

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Deirdre Graham

21 Nov 2024

Strathalbyn

Countdown is on for Rotary event

Community members are now buying raffle tickets hoping to make a splash at The Great Duck Race returning to Strathalbyn in a couple of weeks. The Strathalbyn Raine and Horne Great Duck Race presented by the Rotary Club of Strathalbyn is believed to...

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Tara Nash

21 Nov 2024

Community News

A flying success for travel agent

Strathalbyn’s Live The Dream Travel recently had the honour of taking home two Supplier’s Choice awards from the national Traveller’s Choice Conference, taking the spots out of 120 agencies across the country. The independent travel agency...

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Tara Nash

21 Nov 2024

Community News

Sss-snakes on the move

A Clayton Bay snake expert is aiming to dispel a myth that the town is a “hotspot” for the slithery reptiles after some residents recently raised concerns about finding them on their properties. Spring is the breeding season for snakes, with...

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Tara Nash

21 Nov 2024

Community News

Hartley Bureau’s 101-year history compiled into book

A hundred years of Hartley Agricultural Bureau history, from World War efforts to Hogget competitions and crop inspections, has been compiled into one book by a local member. The Hartley Agricultural Bureau was formed in September 1983 by farmers...

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Giorgina McKay

21 Nov 2024

Community News

Nominations open for top citizen

Mount Barker District Council is encouraging the community to nominate individuals or groups who have made outstanding contributions for a 2025 Citizen of the Year Award. Mayor David Leach stated that the Citizen of the Year Awards offer an...

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Southern Argus

21 Nov 2024

Goolwa

Goolwa Secondary College goes sustainable

Goolwa Secondary College’s inaugural Sustainability Day was a massive success, seeing students add some new staples to their wardrobe, learn to create scarecrows, and get into touch with their inner artist. Inspired by a Youth Climate Summit run...

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Giorgina McKay

21 Nov 2024

Community News

Excitement grows for Tyndale’s special night

Tyndale Christian School students will share an intimate night of celebration with their families, guests and teachers at tomorrow night’s formal. For the first time, Waterfall Gully’s Utopia has been chosen for the venue, which will provide...

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Giorgina McKay

21 Nov 2024

Strathalbyn

Centenarian celebrates 106th birthday

Strathalbyn centenarian Edith O’Brien is celebrating her milestone 106th birthday today, November 21. Every year she turns older, she remains in disbelief of her significant age with her youthful and warm demeanour. “I certainly don’t feel 106...

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Tara Nash

21 Nov 2024