SPECIAL REPORT: History unearthed as iconic building enters final hours
THE iconic Fidler and Webb site in the heart of Mount Gambier will be completely erased this weekend, which will be the final chapter...
Waste concerns as incorrect disposal leads to soaring management costs
CONCERNS surrounding Mount Gambier's household waste disposal habits have been voiced after it was revealed around 60pc of rubbish is being incorrectly disposed and...
Fitness groups help combat heart disease with Blue Lake walks
HEART disease remains South Australia's "biggest killer", claiming four lives every day, with diet and physical activity seen as large contributing factors.
According to the...
Newly unveiled Royal Flying Doctor Service jet bound for South East
A STATE of the art purpose-built aeromedical jet will soon join the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS) to care for the South Australian community...
Residents urged to clarify disposals to reduce waste mix up
A MOUNT Gambier recycling firm which processes the city's kerbside recycling waste believes around 30pc of materials delivered to its depot is being sent...
Labor MP holds international race talks in France with world cycling boss
MOUNT Gambier's cycling fraternity says attracting an international race has the potential to put the Blue Lake city on the "global map".
This comment comes...
Special machinery reduces waste by recycling polystyrene products
POLYSTYRENE will be spared from landfill and instead recycled into building products through a new Mount Gambier Waste Transfer Station project.
City Council recently invested...
Bulldog earns weekly football award
ROUND two of Western Border football kicked off last Thursday with the traditional Anzac Day clash between North Gambier and South Gambier.
This year Vansittart...
Hoons force City Council to install pine bollards
PINE bollards will be installed around Mount Gambier's Mel Hirth Lookout after hoon driving left significant damage on grassland overlooking the iconic Blue Lake.
Mount...
Millicent-based history group enters 40th year
THE Millicent-based South East Family History Group has entered its 40th year in good shape after recently staging a successful annual general meeting.
All nine...
Veterinarians use global day to raise awareness for pet vaccinations
VACCINATION remains the best protection against serious disease in domestic animals, with a leading South East vet encouraging residents to help build a barrier...
Dry conditions put pressure on farmers
A BURST of rain should bring relief to farmers this week following an intense dry season.
A hot summer followed by prolonged dry conditions is...