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Strathalbyn couple reminisces on 70 years

It was love at first sight for Strathalbyn couple Judith and Roelf Vegter who celebrated 70 years of marriage in early June. Judith was born in Mildura before moving to Merbein, while Roelf was born in the Netherlands and migrated to Australia by...

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Calls for another season extension

A social success has seen a push for a further extension to the Strathalbyn Pool season. Ahead of budget deliberations last year, Alexandrina Council heeded local swimmers’ calls and agreed to trial a four-week extension to the 2024/25 swimming...

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Southern Argus

Pantry Club able to keep things ‘chill’ with RAA grassroots grant

A local community pantry has been awarded a grant that has enabled them to purchase their own refrigerator to store perishable items along with essential equipment to reduce volunteers’ workload. Twenty-two local community groups and...

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Council News

Code amendment proposed, leases secured for Wharf Precinct

Community feedback is being sought for a proposed code amendment that aims to better reflect the newly upgraded Goolwa Wharf Precinct’s unique character, rich First Nation’s heritage, and its important role in the state’s riverboat and steam...

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26 Jun 2025

Council News

Strathalbyn Town Hall sustains minor water damage

Recent heavy rain caused minor water damage to the Strathalbyn Town Hall. The issue was caused by gutters overflowing due to a build-up of debris, which blocked the water flow, and has been addressed with minor repairs to the internal painting...

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26 Jun 2025

Council fees and charges see an increase for 25/26

User fees for both the Strathalbyn Swimming Pool and Town Hall are among the proposed fees and charges that will increase in the next financial year. At Monday night’s meeting, Alexandrina councillors adopted the fees and charges for the upcoming...

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Multi-million-dollar facility plans to meet tourism demand

A multi-complex comprising of accommodation, a restaurant, and health and wellness facilities at Hindmarsh Valley proposes to meet the emerging demand for new forms of tourism and integrate with primary production on site. A development application...

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Sport

Melbourne Cup on its way to Strathalbyn

The cup that stops the nation is coming to Strathalbyn. The Strathalbyn Racing Club has been selected as part of the prestigious Lexus Melbourne Cup Tour for the first time in its history, giving people the opportunity to get up-close with the...

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Labor candidate returns to the ballot box

The first five Labor candidates for the State Election in March were announced last week, including the party’s choice for the key seat of Heysen. Intensive care nurse, educator, and City of Onkaparinga councillor Marisa Bell has been selected as...

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SHRC pulls out of Lot 10 precinct plans

The Strathalbyn Harness Racing Club (SHRC) has again withdrawn its expression of interest in purchasing a portion of the emerging recreation precinct in town. Following the receival of the highly anticipated business case for the Lot 10 development...

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Dog daycare’s major expansion plans

A popular dog daycare in the Adelaide Hills is hoping to expand its operations and provide hydrotherapy services on site. Jame Farm Days at Kanmantoo has launched a development application seeking a partial change in use to establish a kennelling...

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12 Jun 2025

Footy fanatic earns OAM

A long-time member and volunteer for the Macclesfield Football Club is continuing to kick goals in a different way, receiving an Order of Australia Medal as part of the King’s Birthday Honours for her services to Australian Rules Football. Meadows...

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