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15 Nov 2024

Joining forces for information evening

The stress of the increased cost of living is being blamed for an increase in domestic violence cases. Zonta Club of Mount Barker Vice-President Robyn Page finds after households have paid off their increased bills, some have nothing left for food...

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Goolwa

Candlelight vigil at Goolwa

A walk against gender-based domestic violence and a candlelight vigil will soon be held at Goolwa, as the crisis worsens in Australia to 11 women recently killed within 16 days. The inaugural event is presented by women’s information service The...

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Foundation set for Compass community shed

Brick-by-brick, Mount Compass is establishing the first community shed in town as a meeting place for local residents. Since getting the idea up-and-running in April, members have been preparing the shed at the town’s oval, with an aim of getting...

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Emergency services call for boat safety this summer

The increased cost of living is being blamed for less boaters servicing their vehicles this year, sparking concerns by local emergency services. Business is reportedly quiet for local marine technicians as people tighten their belts as other...

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Langhorne Creek

Top acts perform at Langhorne Creek

Australian musicians Angus and Julia Stone, The Jungle Giants and Matt Corby were part of the iconic line up of acts who performed at Handpicked Festival on the weekend. A crowd of 7500 festivalgoers danced and sang along to acts that also included...

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Epic run raises thousands for important cause

An epic 80km run from Victor Harbor to Glenelg to fundraise for childhood dementia research will now pass through Mount Compass thanks to a local getting involved. After recently ticking the Melbourne Marathon off her bucket list, Mount Compass...

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07 Nov 2024

Years poured into vehicles

With a shared love for automotive history, Adelaide Hills Motor Restorers Club members have passionately dedicated years to working on their beloved vehicles. They share the stories behind their pride and joys which will displayed at the club’s...

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07 Nov 2024

Compass prepares for an emergency

The amount of community interest in a recent emergency preparedness day at Mount Compass exceeded the organisers’ expectations. More than 50 people learned how to prepare for bushfire season and other emergencies during a special event recently...

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07 Nov 2024

Strathalbyn

Support provided to community

Supporting youth mental health was the top priority for many visitors at last week’s street chat hosted by Strathalbyn and Communities Suicide Prevention Network. Mental health advocates intermittently run streets chats to offer resources and...

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Public learns about wooden boat history

Armfield Wooden Boats had a shipshape open day over the weekend, with an estimated 200-300 visitors, with many wanting to view the fishing boats used in the two Storm Boy films. The not-for-profit organisation on Riverside Drive is dedicated to...

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Igniting passion in motor history

Automotive and history enthusiasts are revving up for the 37th Power of the Past, where range of historic machinery and vehicles will be on display. The now biennial event had more than 2000 visitors to the previous rally, and the display this year...

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Strathalbyn

Community brought together at local centre

A display of restored classic cars was a big attraction at Strath Neighbourhood Centre’s open day, thanks to Strathalbyn Auto Collectors Club members bringing along their pride and joys. Saturday’s event was a chance for the public to learn more...

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