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Goolwa

A-BOAT TIME! Goolwa Wharf officially opened at Wooden Boat Festival launch

The restoration of a “really important part of South Australia’s and Australia’s history” was celebrated at the same time as the launch of this year’s Wooden Boat Festival on the weekend. Organised by a group of ‘boaties’ associated...

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Anzac honour bestowed on Macclesfield RSL President

One of the community’s own has been bestowed one of the highest honours in the country. The Anzac of the Year Awards recognise the efforts and achievements of up to seven Australians who have given service to their fellow Australians and the...

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Strathalbyn

Tributes paid at Strathalbyn dawn service

Hundreds gave up a moment of their time on Friday to remember the men and women who paid the ultimate sacrifice for freedom during Strathalbyn’s Anzac Day dawn service. Gathering at the town’s cenotaph, those in attendance acknowledged all...

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Sport

Funding promised for dirt kart track upgrade

A pre-emptive funding commitment by the Liberal Party would see Strathalbyn’s dirt kart racing track resurfaced to ensure a safe and competitive environment for its users. The Dutton Liberal Government has promised to deliver $40,000 to the Angas...

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24 Apr 2025

Renewable energy facility proposed for Meadows site

A proposed renewable energy facility based in Meadows aims to make the local energy system more efficient and resilient by storing excess energy during low demand periods. A development application was submitted by ACEnergy for a renewable energy...

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24 Apr 2025

Strathalbyn

Town Hall re-opening date pushed back

A “soft opening” is anticipated for the Strathalbyn Town Hall sometime in July. Works have been ongoing over several months to upgrade the town hall, but the project has experienced many delays. It was previously anticipated to re-open in May...

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24 Apr 2025

Goolwa

Goolwa College seeks to partner with businesses

A local high school is seeking to partner with community businesses on work experience opportunities for its students. Goolwa Secondary College’s work experience program offers students in years 10 and 11 the opportunity to get hands-on experience...

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Technology showcased at open day

An innovative robotics milking farm formed by two families was officially opened at Mount Compass last Wednesday, showcasing the benefits of the new technology for local farmers. The Whispering Pines dairy farm is a partnership between the Hicks and...

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Strathalbyn

ALL EYES ON THE CUP: Hawks and Roosters battle for Anzac Day glory

Strathalbyn and Langhorne Creek’s rivalry will be “alive and well” next Friday night when the two football clubs face off for the Daish Irrigation Challenge Cup during the annual Anzac Day clash. The match-up takes place at Strathalbyn this...

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Local council staff receive National Emergency Medals for recovery efforts

Past and present Alexandrina and Mount Barker District Council members who played a crucial role in responding to the devastating Cudlee Creek, Duck Ponds and Kangaroo Island bushfires have been rewarded for their efforts with prestigious National...

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Local volunteer calls time on his service

Almost a lifetime in the emergency services officially came to end for local councillor and community member Michael Scott last week when he retired from the state’s ambulance service as one of its longest serving volunteers. The Middleton...

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10 Apr 2025

Sport

Little Athletics soars

The Strathalbyn and District Little Athletics Club completed its most successful season yet. From growing from 40 participants to 90, through to recording more than 400 personal bests and 800 club records broken, the club has seen success after...

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