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Forestry growth plan revealed
A TIMBER industry workers union leader has called for a probe into whether water licences should be scrapped for plantations amid predictions the region's...
Businesses face challenge to keep Penola on the map
BUSINESS operators have called for greater promotion of Penola's tourism credentials to ensure potential visitors do not bypass the town when a heavy vehicle...
Cyber safety initiative
AUSTRALIA'S foremost expert on cyber safety will deliver a "no nonsense" parent information session in Mount Gambier this month. Susan McLean was the first Victorian police officer appointed to a cyber safety role in the[...]
Pasin praises indoor centre survey plan
MEMBER for Barker Tony Pasin has welcomed news Mount Gambier City Council will conduct a survey on a proposed multi-million dollar sport and recreation centre. Council resolved this week[...]
Safer region funds open
COUNCILS and community organisations in Barker now have the opportunity to apply for a share of up to $1m in funding through the Australian Government Safer Communities Fund[...]
Pasin supports new Liberal leadership bid
FEDERAL MP Tony Pasin will back former home affairs minister Peter Dutton in a three-way Liberal leadership contest between Treasurer Scott Morrison and Foreign...
Sports infrastructure grants open
SPORTING groups in Barker now have the opportunity to apply for grants of up to $500,000 through a $29.7m Federal Government program aimed at upgrading community sports infrastructure[...]
Council opens up sports centre discussion
MOUNT Gambier City Council has called on the community to provide feedback on the initial concept design for a proposed $40m sport and recreation...
Penola bypass a priority despite tight budget
DESPITE forewarning of a tough first budget, Treasurer Rob Lucas has reiterated the State Liberals’ election pledge to complete the Penola Bypass. Mr Lucas said the long-awaited stage[…]
Ambassador gives children a voice
MOUNT Gambier's Ally Finnis has been selected from a nationwide field of over 450 applicants to be a UNICEF Australia Young Ambassador.
The 21-year-old was...
Coastal golf course funds teed up
THE long-awaited expansion of the Robe Golf Course from 12 to 18 holes has drawn a step closer with the announcement of a $600,000...
City airport lands multi-million dollar deal
MORE TO COME AS THIS STORY DEVELOPS
MAJOR upgrades to the Mount Gambier Airport have been given the green light with a $3.5m Federal Government...
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New coach chases second win
EAST GAMBIER v CASTERTON SANDFORD
NEW East coach Malinda Foster not only started her debut A Grade coaching career with a victory, she also showed...
