Shire an energy leader
THE Glenelg Shire has been identified as a future leader of green energy investment with the Green Triangle region labelled a "biomass central". The region's renewable resource potential was[...]
Anniversary success
ELECTED members have praised the recent commemorative Rook Walk event, with Mount Gambier Mayor Lynette Martin commending organisers and attendees on the "outstanding" service.[...]
Renewable energy on incline
A NEW report by the Climate Council shows 40,000 Australian businesses have made the switch to renewable energy, among them many food and beverage producers, including in South[...]
Grants up for grabs
WATTLE Range Council is inviting community groups and sporting clubs from across the region to apply for funding in the second round of its grants program. Over $26,000 was awarded to 15[...]
Drivers targeted as police step up
POLICE have highlighted their major, annual high-visibility South Australian road safety operation in a bid to make drivers consider their responsibilities behind the wheel over the festive period.[...]
‘Tis the season to be safe on the road
DEPUTY Prime Minister Michael McCormack has urged people to take their time and drive safely this Christmas. Launching the Australian Road Safety Foundation's Christmas road safety[...]
Costal mayor calls for patience
NEW Robe Mayor Alison Nunan has asked for patience from all sectors of the community as the 2018-2022 council starts its deliberations. Due to the volume of matters before it, the council [...]
Discount directory to benefit region’s seniors
MORE than 380,000 South Australian Seniors Card members can access more discounts than ever thanks to the new 2019 Discount Directory Your Lifestyle Guide. Intergovernmental Relations[...]
Vigil remembers young mother
A VIGIL will be held at the Cave Gardens at noon today to remember and pay respect to Mount Gambier resident Eden Kennett. The 25-year-old died in the Mount Gambier Hospital on Friday[...]
Campaign dispels ‘sexual offence myths’
VICTORIA Police has launched a week-long social media campaign to bust common myths and misconceptions around sexual offences ahead of end-of-year celebrations. Three videos dispelling[...]
Sobering alcohol theft sentence
MOUNT Gambier City Council will progress a number of engineering projects across the city this month. Installation of a concrete footpath on Hart Street is 90pc completed, while a[...]
New executive search
LIMESTONE Coast Local Government Association (LGLGA) executive officer Dom Testoni has resigned and will take a position as chief executive of the Benalla Council in Victoria. Mr Testoni begins[...]
Sheep producer sentiment rebounds with improved seasonal outlook and commodity prices
Australian sheep producers’ confidence has jumped substantially this quarter, riding on the back of improved prices.
According to the latest Sheep Producer Intentions Survey (SPIS)...
