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Event unleashes world of trialling

Sache is the four-legged assistant on Kathy Brown’s Currency Creek property, who has a natural instinct to run and herd sheep by a mere command. While she has learned on the job, some of her specific skills are inherent, passed down her bloodline...

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Langhorne Creek

Vintage kicks off at Langhorne Creek

Winemakers, grape growers and industry players in Langhorne Creek have officially started harvest season, marked by a breakfast that has been a long-running tradition for more than 20 years. However, not everyone was able to attend, as some were...

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Basin maintenance takes a pause

Maintenance on a residential waterway in Mount Barker has been halted for further consultation following concerns sparked by local residents about the potential impacts to the natural ecosystem and wildlife. The wetland – located at Wilkinson...

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Mural pays tribute to local heroes

The stories of local returned servicemen and women will forever be immortalised and remembered after a mural was painted at the RSL Macclesfield Sub-Branch. The new artwork is part of the town’s wider commemoration of the 80th anniversary of...

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Neutrog seeks public feedback

Following two recent fires within one week, Kanmantoo’s Neutrog is seeking feedback from the local community for an engagement plan, which will help communicate around concerns such as fire and odour. The recent fires sparked at the fertiliser...

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Sport

Cyclists gear up for local race

About 180 to 200 riders are ready to put their pedal to the metal in one of South Australia’s biggest cycling events, Tour of the Fleurieu. Run by Adelaide Hills Cycling Club, the annual event will run on February 22 and 23, with the first day...

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Strathalbyn

Rotarians install another lifesaving AED device

The Strathalbyn and surrounding district recently received its 18th Automated External Defibrillator (AED) since the local Rotary club began advocating for for the installation of as many as possible. The Rotary project was sparked in early 2022...

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Milang

Calls for support to keep town’s heritage ‘afloat’

Calls have been made for the repair and maintenance to Milang’s heritage-listed jetty to enhance tourism appeal and honour its key role in the town’s history. Milang local Alby Pavy believes different parts need to be considered for renewal...

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Residents raise concerns over river flow

The declining flow of the Murray River can have far reaching consquences such as drought and threats to freshwater species, as heard in the recent River Science Forum held at Clayton Bay. River Lakes & Coorong Action Group (RLCAG) hosted the...

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Record hot and dry summer

The region shrivelled through its driest summer for 24 years that had record-breaking average maximum temperatures, according to the Bureau of Meterology. This marks the driest summer-to-date since the 2000-2001 season, from December 1 to January...

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Goolwa

Further calls against proposed historic Customs House sale

Alexandrina Council’s proposed sale of Goolwa’s historic Customs House for hotel accommodation has now sparked widespread calls to save the space for community use after two meetings were held. The current community consultation follows council...

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06 Feb 2025

Goolwa

Fishing line entanglement rescues on the rise locally

A Goolwa-based wildlife rescue organisation is supporting an annual rise of 200 rescues during the school holidays over recent years, with a particular increasing issue of animals being entangled in fishing line. Wildlife Rescue Centre Manager...

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