Tag: Australia Day
Helping handyman awarded
PINCHING himself in disbelief, Mount Gambier resident and handyman Peter Martin is still in shock after hearing he will receive the Australia Day Citizen...
Resident recognised for Cancer Council fundraising
WITH a cup of tea in hand and a fiery determination to help those in need, Mount Gambier resident Lois Bayre made it her...
Lions Club Senior Citizen of the Year – Penola
IN ADDITION to Penola couple Keith and Dorrie Bennier recently celebrating their 60th wedding anniversary, the pair will also be recognised as Lions Seniors...
Salmonella spike prompts warning
A RISE in Salmonella cases has prompted a reminder for those planning an Australia Day barbecue to prepare their feast safely, in order to avoid food poisoning[...]
Big Moo’s poos raise funds for charity
STANDING 190cm tall and weighing over one tonne, the South East's Big Moo has quickly shot to fame for his whopping size and friendly...
Fidler and Webb exhibition recognised in Australia Day awards
CREATING a trip down memory lane for many and a new look at the history of the city for others, Aileen Clarke and Margaret...
Glenelg Shire Australia Day guest speaker
HEYWOOD born, Tony Wright, now special writer and associate editor for The Age and The Sydney Morning Herald has been announced as guest speaker at this year's official Australia Day ceremony in Portland and Heywood.[...]
Life-long love recognised
HIGHLY respected Penola community member Sydney (Snow) Merrett has been acknowledged for his hard work, persistence and passion for his town with the prestigious...
Youth guidance awarded
MORE than three decades of selfless community service have resulted in top honours for Millicent resident Heather Lowndes.
The long-time Girl Guides and Scouts instructor...
Australia Day awards recipients announced
CARING and supportive are just two words used to describe this year's influential Mount Gambier Citizen of the Year recipients.
Known throughout the community for...
Community members recognised
COMMITTED community members Peter Martin and Lois Bayre were this morning announced as the recipients of the Australia Day Citizen of the Year award.
Gathering...
First ever surf patrols at Rivoli Bay
THE last weekend of the year and first day of 2018 were marked by the first ever foot and surf patrols of the northern shores of Rivoli Bay by the Beachport Surf Life Saving Club[...]