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Indigenous culture shared through children’s book

A CHILDREN’S book rich in local indigenous culture will be launched as part of NAIDOC Week. Annie’s Story: Growing up Strong on Boandik Country is...

Youth program empowers students

STUDENTS across the South East have graduated from the empowering Youth Opportunities program, significantly improving their wellbeing, communication skills and resilience. It was the second...

Mayor under fire as councillor launches verbal barrage

AN OUTSPOKEN Grant District elected member and the council’s mayor have again clashed over the 2018/19 budget. At this week’s council meeting, Cr Alan Hill...

State environment regulator still to make decision on proposed asbestos dump site

THE state's environment regulator is yet to make a decision regarding the proposed asbestos dump at Cafprico Road on the fringe of Mount Gambier. Environment...

Airline meeting to ‘clear the air’

A DELEGATION of regional stakeholders is poised to meet with regional aviation giant Regional Express to “heal wounds” and advocate for expanded services. This follows...

Rheanna finds military calling

GROWING up Rheanna Vehlow believed she was destined to serve and give back to the community. Nowadays Captain Vehlow, 29, works as a combat engineer...

Students recognised for career program efforts

THE Cows Create Careers Farm Module presentations were held last month with students from across the South East awarded for their efforts. More than 120...

Recreational vehicle park proposed for Millicent

MILLICENT could soon have a designated area for self-contained motor homes and recreational vehicles if the town’s show society has its way. The Millicent Agricultural,...

Whale calf birth coincides with tracking website

TOURISM numbers are expected to swell following the birth of the first calf of the season in Portland last week at the same time...

New owners for iconic hotel

A NEW era is set to begin for Penola's iconic Heyward's Royal Oak Hotel with a prominent Coonawarra name taking over ownership of the...

Millicent High School students visit Parliament House

FOSTERING a sense of national pride, Millicent High School (MHS) students stepped out of Parliament House and returned home with a deeper understanding of...

SA water upgrade under way

A TEAM of 40 contractors and SA Water employees are currently undertaking a $4m upgrade to the wastewater treatment plants at Millicent, Mount Burr...

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Strong roster promises much

THE Mount Gambier Pioneers men have enjoyed an almost-perfect start to the 2024 NBL1 South Season. They current sit in second spot on the ladder...