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High praise for advocate

WHYALLA - Alan Hall was named Whyalla’s Senior Citizen of the Year last week, recognising decades of volunteering in recreational fishing advocacy and marine...

Ovarian cancer awareness

A sea of teal ribbons will be on show in February to raise awareness of ovarian cancer. Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month (OCAM) is held...

Near average grain yield

South Australia’s grain growers have delivered a near-average harvest despite a challenging season, with estimated production for the 2025/26 season reaching 8.9 million tonnes. The...

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Sport

Ready for women’s footy

PORT PIRIE - The Port Bulldogs Football Club has announced it wants to form two teams for the upcoming Mid North Women's Football Competition...

Strong field in split 6s golf

WHYALLA - Whyalla Golf Club hosted a strong field of 41 players on Saturday, 17 January, for the Split 6s Competition, with the front...

Battle for second heats up

REGION - While South Augusta look certain to stay on top of the table, Quorn, Central Augusta and Punjabi Warriors are all in contention...

Plenty of action at Carrieton

To station owners and the stockmen and women of the Flinders Ranges, New Year means only one thing - Carrieton Rodeo. For more than 70...

Clubs clarify merger talks

WHYALLA - Two football clubs in Whyalla have moved to clarify their positions following recent public commentary regarding possible merger discussions. North Whyalla and...

Basketball season to resume soon

PORT AUGUSTA - Port Augusta basketball action is getting closer and closer to restarting, with D Men hitting the courts on 29 January. Leading...

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SA Government

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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When stress becomes a heart issue

In every community, there are families who have lost someone too soon to heart disease, and others quietly living with its long-term effects. For many...

Discover the last frontier in style, Antarctica awaits

Discover the ‘White Continent’, fabulous Antarctica and sail with Viking’s Antarctic Explorer voyage for thirteen magnificent days. Journey to the stunning Antarctic Peninsula, a landscape...

Funding delivered to clubs

REGION - A number of local sports clubs and organisations have received funding through the State Government’s Active Club Program. Announced by Minister for...

Exhibit is in fine company

PORT AUGUSTA - A new exhibition at the Yarta Purtli Art Gallery is celebrating the region’s artistic talent while offering a fresh perspective on...

Peterborough’s proud citizens awarded

The District Council of Peterborough revealed the recipients of its 2026 Australia Day awards who will be honoured at a public ceremony on Australia...

Love story chapter

Many years ago, I had the opportunity to see the Eiffel Tower. The experience felt unreal, it was as though I were dreaming because for...

Umeewarra cancel Coastal Crash

PORT AUGUSTA - Umeewarra Radio has cancelled its Coastal Crash event that was to be held at Lea Memorial Theatre on Saturday, 7 February. The...

Youth sides show promise

REGION - The best junior cricketers from across the region played in the SACA Country Cup last week, representing Upper North in a week-long...

Financial support for students

REGION - As the new year begins and results are finalised, many students are preparing to start university, TAFE, apprenticeships or other training in...

Rodeo to celebrate 60 years

WILMINGTON - Wilmington Night Rodeo is giddying up to celebrate its 60th anniversary on 31 January. Committee member Sarah Slee said people can expect high-calibre...