Pool numbers continue to climb
DESPITE the popularity of the Penola pool during summer months, data provided by the Wattle Range Council shows its use has dropped compared to...
Service road won’t go to Brown Street
A PROPOSAL by Wattle Range Council to connect one of Mount Burr's service roads to Brown Street has been dumped following objections from residents.
Council...
Have your say on Cypress removal
WATTLE Range Council is seeking community input into a proposal to remove a row of cypress trees in Penola to assist with the development...
Some Mount Burr trees to be removed
A NUMBER of trees in Mount Burr will be removed next month following a decision by Wattle Range Council last week to enable progress...
South East worst Covid offenders
THE Limestone Coast has the most Covid-19 restriction breaches in the State, according to South Australia Police (SAPOL) figures collected half way through its...
Wattle Range Council Australia Day
DUE to the cancellation of traditional Australia Day breakfasts and award ceremonies all around the region as a result of Covid-19 concerns, Wattle Range...
History group life memberships
THREE life memberships were recently presented at the Mount Gambier History Group recognising extensive volunteer efforts.
Phil and Maxine McInnes and Jeanette Aslin all received...
Pet adoptions high
PET adoptions have been in higher demand during the Covid-19 pandemic with waiting lists being filled by cats and dogs that have been adopted...
Valley Lakes testing
TWO monitoring floats were launched at the Valley Lake last week as a step towards improving water quality for recreational use.
At a cost of...
Stan Thomson’s debut novel
MOUNT Gambier personality Stan Thomson has released his debut novel, following the life of a young Craig Erskine after the Second World War.
Mr...
City’s plans for the future
DEVELOPMENT of Mount Gambier's Crater Lakes, a cross border commissioner and extension of the rail trail are all aspiring projects highlighted in a City...
No wind at Beachport
GIANT kites filled the air last Sunday morning in Beachport.
The town is famous for its strong winds, but on the day conditions were not...