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Out and about in Whyalla

Check out who was out in about in Whyalla over the weekend.

Campaign promotes Port Pirie

PORT PIRIE - Port Pirie has positioned itself as a key destination for new residents and skilled workers, as a major regional campaign aimed...

Artificial intelligence and song creation

For more than a decade now, John Penman, my dear husband, has been writing Christian songs shaped by his faith and personal devotion. For him,...

Digital Edition

Sport

Upsets in Whyalla soccer

WHYALLA - Two major upsets in A grade soccer have sent shockwaves through the competition, as Croatia recorded its first win in four years....

Pirie set for netball

PORT PIRIE - The Port Pirie Netball Association is set for another strong season this year, with steady growth in participation and continuous improvements...

First race meeting held at Port Augusta Race Club

PORT AUGUSTA - The Port Augusta Racing Club held its first race meeting for the season, with organisers keen to be back on track....

Whyalla teams ready to step on court

WHYALLA - The Whyalla Netball Association is gearing up for a strong 2026 season, with increasing participation numbers and renewed optimism across all grades. The...

Dressage and showjumping series being held

PORT AUGUSTA - The Port Augusta Pony Club is in the middle of a Showjumping and Dressage Series, which invites competitors from across the...

Five-goal burst proves costly for Demons

PORT PIRIE – The Demons suffered a tough and unexpected 5–2 defeat away to Angle Vale on Saturday, 11 April, in a match defined...

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SA Government

The pain behind the loss

“THE harm creeps up on you — by the time you recognise it, it's already well and truly taken hold.” These are the words of...

See the signs, stop the harm

RECOGNISING the damage done early, and reaching out for support, are crucial to overcoming gambling harm for regional South Australians. Department of Human Services...

Strong support for regional communities

WHILE the challenges of gambling harm are continuing to evolve, a number of community services are providing support tailored to those living rurally. ...

Vouchers directly boost visitation

THE hospitality and tourism sector in the Whyalla region is seeing a welcome boost this summer, thanks to the Coast is Calling Travel Voucher...

How to access business support through algal bloom

The State Government’s Department of State Development is providing a range of measures to support impacted businesses, and their owners and staff, through the...

Tackling SA’s algal bloom

A harmful algal bloom has been impacting large stretches of South Australia’s coastline since mid-March. South Australian Research and Development Institute (SARDI) Executive Director Professor...

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Whyalla flautist recognised

WHYALLA - The Whyalla Community Brass Band has recognised one of its dedicated members at its Annual Jim Terry Brass Band Award Dinner, held...

Pipeline renewal nears

PORT PIRIE - SA Water is set to commence a major wastewater infrastructure upgrade across several streets in Port Pirie, with works expected to...

Ag Town nominations open

Nominations are now open for the 2026 Agricultural Town of the Year Award, with rural communities across South Australia encouraged to put themselves forward. The...

NASA ambassadors keen for show promo

It was a jovial night at Crystal Brook on 28 March as the Northern Agricultural Shows Association (NASA) hosted its presentation night and acknowledged...

Easter events delight at Arid Lands Botanic Garden

PORT AUGUSTA - Australian Arid Lands Botanic Garden hosted two different exciting Easter themed events recently for families. There was the Come Exploring with Us...

New documentary to premiere on Quorn silos

QUORN - A new documentary of national significance ‘Bitter Springs in Translation’ will premiere at Quorn Silo Light Show throughout May for the South...

Anzac Day around the Upper Spencer Gulf

Around the region Anzac Day will be commemorated at community gatherings, with a service close to you. ALFORD Dawn Service at the War Memorial, followed by...

Connection over coffee

PORT PIRIE - Residents will have the chance to connect with local police in a relaxed environment later this month, as ‘Coffee with a...

Inclusive Basketball to celebrate 10 years

PORT AUGUSTA - Inclusive Basketball Port Augusta will celebrate its 10 year anniversary this April with a special event. The anniversary event will celebrate...

Firefighter bids farewell

PORT PIRIE - After four decades of service, Anthony 'AJ' Smith has hung up his helmet as a senior firefighter and closed a chapter...