Farmers help long road to drought recovery
A MOUNT Gambier district resident has urged rural property owners to slash roadsides to produce hay for drought-stricken farmers, who are battling to feed...
Mount Gambier author launches new book
GROWING up in apartheid-era South Africa, Eben Beukes experienced first hand the turbulent transition of a country to a modern democracy.
In later years, the...
City Council searches for solution to mounting waste challenge
MOUNT Gambier City Council remains confident cardboard will not end up in landfill despite the city's largest recycling operator announcing it will now charge...
High school memories bring old scholars together
A LIVELY group of 15 women recently gathered for a dinner in Mount Gambier to fondly recall their days as Millicent High School students...
Hotel room to grow
ONE of Millicent's most iconic buildings has reopened its accommodation doors after major renovation works.
The Grand Hotel has stood at the intersection of George...
Churches spread festive joy
THE true spirit of Christmas was brought into over 100 homes across Millicent and district this week with the delivery of hampers and toys.
It...
Mount Gambier beer brewer toast of town
LITTLE Rippa Brewing Company founder Lachy Mutton received a crafty surprise recently, claiming a prestigious TAFE SA award during its 2019 graduation dinner.
Mr Mutton...
RFDS donation tally reaches new heights
THE donation tally for the Royal Flying Doctor Service $500,000 patient transfer facility at Mount Gambier Regional Airport is continuing to climb thanks to...
Independent Learning Centre student awarded
WALKING her dog with a camera in hand and listening to music is how Limestone Coast resident Amy Nitsche enjoys her spare time.
Ms Nitsche...
Mount Gambier shoppers rush to bag a bargain at new supermarket opening
THOUSANDS of curious and eager customers flowed into the new ALDI store in Mount Gambier yesterday for its grand opening.
More than 200 people -...
Millicent and District stadium vision
THE Millicent and District International Basketball Association has revealed plans of a $600,000 clubroom overhaul, including a state-of-the-art viewing deck which would be a...
Extra patrols respond to shoplifting spree
LIMESTONE Coast police have called on businesses to be extra vigilant this festive period with the incidence of theft expected to increase over the...