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Local competition raises the ‘steaks’

Breeders and present and past members of Mount Compass Jersey Cattle Club recently competed in a heifer competition. Across two days, participants toured to different farms in the Barossa Valley and locally at Mount Compass for the annual tradition...

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Remembering two friends who painted the town red

When renowned landscape artist David Dridan reminisces on his more than 60-year friendship with the late Barry Humphries, a cheeky smile spreads from ear-to-ear. The late beloved Aussie comedian, entertainer and artist would visit Dridan’s...

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Sport

OH BUOY, WHAT A WEEKEND: Racers set sail for milestone event

Nearly 100 boats raced about 40km between Goolwa and Milang over the weekend for the region’s biggest annual sailing event – the March Classic – which brought “challenging but rewarding” conditions. Hosted by Goolwa Regatta Yacht Club, the...

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Community News

Local women recognised for their efforts

A real estate professional who works across Goolwa and Victor Harbor received the 2025 Inspirational Business Woman award in the Fleurieu Women’s Community Awards last week. Kathleen Fry was recognised for “embodying leadership, entrepreneurship...

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Artist leaves mark on gallery

After almost six years at Stationmaster’s Art Gallery, Co-ordinator Catherine Pallin has decided to hand over the reins and move onto her next chapter. Stationmaster’s Art Gallery is an artist-led, volunteer-run gallery, located in...

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06 Mar 2025

Community News

Calls to moderate water usage amid SA’s record dry summer

Temporary, emergency bulk water collection points have been established in the Adelaide Hills and Fleurieu Peninsula from today, March 6, to ease overwhelming demand as drought-like conditions continue to be felt across the state. The move between...

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06 Mar 2025

Goolwa

Men welcomed to join program

A self-development program that aims to support men in becoming the best version of themselves is coming to Goolwa for the first time. Good Better Best Men is a not-for-profit South Australian charity founded in 2023 that promotes physical, mental...

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Event ready to bloom in Strathalbyn

Green thumbs will have their pick for tips and inspiration at the upcoming inaugural Glenbarr Garden Gala – a new event that has sprouted in the gardening community of Strathalbyn. Beginner through to seasoned gardeners can enjoy expert-led talks...

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Langhorne Creek

Earliest vintage in memory

A Langhorne Creek winery had their earliest vintage in recent memory due to the unseasonably dry season. Bremerton Wines’ busiest season of the year started about three weeks earlier than average, with ripening sped up due to dry conditions. The...

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Car accident leads to 60-year marriage

A car accident more than six decades ago turned out to be a blessing in disguise, as it connected Jan and Graham Pinchbeck who are now celebrating their milestone 60-year wedding anniversary today, February 27. At the time, on the way from McLaren...

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Strathalbyn nurse-led clinic here to stay

The nurse-led clinics at Strathalbyn and Gumeracha will now be an ongoing service following a trial. As previously reported in The Southern Argus, the model was a proposed solution to the closed emergency department (ED), which “temporarily”...

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Milang

Family fundraises more than $50,000

A Milang family has raised more than $50,000 for the Cancer Council during their three years of participating in the Shitbox Rally. Vanessa and Wes Oliver, and their daughter Madi, have alternated turns in joining a fleet of ‘shitbox’ cars worth...

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