Tag: coronavirus
Umpires end group training sessions due to national restrictions
AFTER the Western Border Football League postponed its season until May 31 due to the coronavirus pandemic, it was not just the players who...
Millicent basketball stadium manager suspended
THE Millicent Basketball Association was forced to make a tough call this week.
With the COVID-19 pandemic affecting all parts of society, the Peter Seebohm...
Kind souls donate footwear to care workers
A RANDOM act of kindness has lifted the spirits of two Limestone Coast healthcare workers as the region's sector ramps up its efforts in...
$1b industry exemption appeal
THE region's $1b-plus forest products sector has urged Premier Steven Marshall to ensure the industry remains an "essential service" through any roll-out of further...
School ‘shops around’ to support businesses
STAFF at Mount Gambier North Primary School are 'shopping around' for their takeaway coffee and lunch orders to support the embattled sector.
With tough restrictions...
‘Border control’ strategy questioned
THE region's state parliamentarians have questioned the rollout of the South Australia Government's restrictions on interstate travel.
Last week, Member for Mount Gambier Troy Bell...
Mount Gambier tourism landmark shuts doors to visitors
MOUNT Gambier's iconic Centenary Tower will be closed to visitors for an indefinite period given the challenges posed by new social distancing requirements at...
‘Tragic’ funeral limits
A NATIONAL funeral industry leader says the restrictions placed on services in response to the coronavirus health emergency is "tragic" and heartbreaking for grieving...
Redeveloped track fails gallops test as condition issues surface
MOUNT Gambier Racing Club has been dealt a double blow amid the redeveloped track continuing to have problems and the impact of the COVID-19...
Australian speedway organisations combine to create eSport Modified Sedan national championship
WHILE much of the country is closing down due to the COVID-19 pandemic, one sport plans to forge ahead.
Speedway Australia and Speedway Sedans Australia...
Apple Farm guests ‘no risk’, tour group linked to Coonawarra virus case
GUESTS and staff who attended a recent wedding at The Apple Farm are at "no risk" of contracting COVID-19, health authorities have told the...
Limestone Coast football calls off preseason competition
THE Limestone Coast Football Association Steeline Cup has been cancelled due to the ongoing threat of the COVID-19 pandemic.
The cup was scheduled to kick...