Tag: Limestone Coast
Saleyards attendees encouraged to support Swinging with the Stars fundraiser
PINK tutus will be a must-have at the Glenburnie Saleyards today as Swinging with the Stars contestant Liz Rymill holds her final fundraiser.
Agents, vendors,...
‘Whiskey’ toast of town as top dog attracts a $15,000 price tag
A TWO year old kelpie named Whiskey has taken home the title of Casterton's top dog following a $15,000 price tag at Australia's Premier...
Red tape cut for native animal ownership
THE state's Department for Environment and Water will add 40 new native animals to its list of species not requiring permits in a bid...
Charity drives animal support as Wet Noses receives share in pet food
A MOUNT Gambier animal rescue group has received over 600kgs of donated pet food through a recent national charity drive.
Wet Noses Animal Rescue was...
City Council kicks in $150,000 for grandstand restoration
MOUNT Gambier's Vansittart Park grandstand will receive a much-needed upgrade next financial year in a bid to improve safety and structural integrity.
City Council has...
Limestone Coast region sets vaccine standard
THE Limestone Coast continues to be a state leader in early childhood vaccination rates with over 95pc of children aged five or under meeting...
Overhanging tree branch triggers roadside hazard
A LARGE tree branch hanging over a major South East highway has triggered safety concerns, with a nearby resident calling for action to remove...
South East character George the Farmer reaches television screens
THE South East's own George the Farmer is saying "g'day" to his mates across the country after stepping onto ABC visual platforms this week.
Created...
High honour for Probus commitment
MOUNT Gambier Men's Probus Club member Kevin Packer has been awarded the Premier's Certificate of Recognition for outstanding volunteer service.
The nine-year member and current...
Couple head inland following three decades of park service
AFTER three decades of work with South East parks and land, Robe couple Jim and Judy Smith are opting for a tree change -...
South East emergency worker singled out for pride of workmanship award
DEDICATED work over two decades has helped Mount Gambier ambulance officer Sandy Johnston develop into a leader of the region's emergency services sector.
Mr Johnston...
Higher charges hit tradies with fee hike
THE State Opposition has criticised the so-called "tradie tax" which will see registration fees for tradespeople climb by up to 10pc.
State Opposition Leader Peter...