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Lamb numbers hit new record
They've jumped 50% on last year, according to Meat & Livestock Australia
Lamb numbers hit new record
They've jumped 50% on last year, according to Meat & Livestock Australia
02:07
20 May 24
Federal vehicle pollution standards welcomed
Farmers for Climate Action describes it as a "major win".
Federal vehicle pollution standards welcomed
Farmers for Climate Action describes it as a "major win".
02:08
19 May 24
Some rain relief for the Limestone Coast
Light showers fell amid a record dry spell for the region.
Some rain relief for the Limestone Coast
Light showers fell amid a record dry spell for the region.
02:08
19 May 24
Limestone Coast school in lockdown after student brings knife to class
The student has been suspended.
Limestone Coast school in lockdown after student brings knife to class
The student has been suspended.
02:06
16 May 24
Student suspended from Mount Gambier primary school after allegedly bringing a knife to school
Police were called to the school on Monday.
Student suspended from Mount Gambier primary school after allegedly bringing a knife to school
Police were called to the school on Monday.
02:05
16 May 24
South Aussies caught out by building scams
Nearly $60 000 been lost to fraudsters posing as licenced builders.
South Aussies caught out by building scams
Nearly $60 000 been lost to fraudsters posing as licenced builders.
02:05
15 May 24
CoreLogic calls for Commonwealth Rental Assistance to be better targeted
It was pleased with the boost in Tuesday's budget.
CoreLogic calls for Commonwealth Rental Assistance to be better targeted
It was pleased with the boost in Tuesday's budget.
02:08
15 May 24
The Barker MP not impressed with the federal budget
Tony Pasin says the Limestone Coast got nothing.
The Barker MP not impressed with the federal budget
Tony Pasin says the Limestone Coast got nothing.
02:06
14 May 24
A mixed budget for Limestone Coast residents
It was handed down last night.
A mixed budget for Limestone Coast residents
It was handed down last night.
02:07
14 May 24
Lots of support for the Premier's youth social media ban
The Australian Parents Council has given it the green light.
Lots of support for the Premier's youth social media ban
The Australian Parents Council has given it the green light.
02:08
13 May 24
The Premier outlines his Social Media ban plan
He says other governments around the world are considering similar moves to protect youngsters
The Premier outlines his Social Media ban plan
He says other governments around the world are considering similar moves to protect youngsters
02:08
12 May 24
New program bringing more docs to the South East to get underway
It's following a trial in the Riverlands.
New program bringing more docs to the South East to get underway
It's following a trial in the Riverlands.
02:08
12 May 24
Limestone Coast readies for Mother's Day
One local florist is reportedly busier than ever.
Limestone Coast readies for Mother's Day
One local florist is reportedly busier than ever.
02:07
10 May 24
National Road Safety Week drawing to a close
SA's Road Trauma Safety Team is reminding us to Drive Safe.
National Road Safety Week drawing to a close
SA's Road Trauma Safety Team is reminding us to Drive Safe.
02:08
9 May 24
Walk Safely to School Day today
Several schools across the Limestone Coast are participating.
Walk Safely to School Day today
Several schools across the Limestone Coast are participating.
02:07
9 May 24
Naracoorte-Lucindale Council releases draft budget
Mayor Patrick Ross is encouraging ratepayers to provide feedback.
Naracoorte-Lucindale Council releases draft budget
Mayor Patrick Ross is encouraging ratepayers to provide feedback.
02:08
9 May 24
Home values up, despite rise in interest rates
The Limestone Coast's median house price has risen 16.1% since May 2022.
Home values up, despite rise in interest rates
The Limestone Coast's median house price has risen 16.1% since May 2022.
02:08
8 May 24
Liberal MP announces cancer diagnosis
Michelle Lensink will continue in her role while receiving treatment.
Liberal MP announces cancer diagnosis
Michelle Lensink will continue in her role while receiving treatment.
02:08
8 May 24
SA housing market remains 'very tight'
That's despite yesterday's decision on Interest Rates.
SA housing market remains 'very tight'
That's despite yesterday's decision on Interest Rates.
02:08
8 May 24
Cross-border manhunt for wanted offender
Police believe he may have travelled into Victoria.
Cross-border manhunt for wanted offender
Police believe he may have travelled into Victoria.
02:08
7 May 24
SA farmland values up 4% last year
It follows a nationwide trend.
SA farmland values up 4% last year
It follows a nationwide trend.
02:08
7 May 24
Police searching for stolen fire truck
It was taken from a Mt Gambier business on April 28th.
Police searching for stolen fire truck
It was taken from a Mt Gambier business on April 28th.
02:07
7 May 24
Mt Gambier teen awaits life-saving surgery
He's in-need of a heart and kidney transplant.
Mt Gambier teen awaits life-saving surgery
He's in-need of a heart and kidney transplant.
02:07
6 May 24
Funding boost for Generations in Jazz
$720k has been gifted by the SA government.
Funding boost for Generations in Jazz
$720k has been gifted by the SA government.
02:07
6 May 24
Telstra to postpone 3G switch-off by two months
The new shutdown date is August 31.
Telstra to postpone 3G switch-off by two months
The new shutdown date is August 31.
02:08
6 May 24
Federal government to miss its housing targets
It'll fall short of its 2029 goal by 207 thousand homes.
Federal government to miss its housing targets
It'll fall short of its 2029 goal by 207 thousand homes.
02:08
5 May 24
SA's stalking laws to be updated
It'll allow police to prosecute those who use social media to track victims.
SA's stalking laws to be updated
It'll allow police to prosecute those who use social media to track victims.
02:08
5 May 24
Tasting Australia flies to the Limestone Coast
Its launched the Tasting Australia Airlines.
Tasting Australia flies to the Limestone Coast
Its launched the Tasting Australia Airlines.
02:10
3 May 24
Crows return to form in Showdown victory
The side impressed with their result.
Crows return to form in Showdown victory
The side impressed with their result.
02:07
2 May 24
The health minister hits back at the opposition
Chris Picton says recent criticism is 'galling.'
The health minister hits back at the opposition
Chris Picton says recent criticism is 'galling.'
02:06
2 May 24
Upgrades to Mount Gambier's hospital will begin in the coming months
The health department has hit back at claims from the opposition.
Upgrades to Mount Gambier's hospital will begin in the coming months
The health department has hit back at claims from the opposition.
02:09
1 May 24
Finance Sector Union welcomes news about BankSA regional branch closures
It won't be closing any more branches until at least 2027.
Finance Sector Union welcomes news about BankSA regional branch closures
It won't be closing any more branches until at least 2027.
02:09
1 May 24
Domestic violence at the centre of Mount Gambier vigil
The event starts at 5:30pm.
Domestic violence at the centre of Mount Gambier vigil
The event starts at 5:30pm.
02:09
1 May 24
Candle vigil held tonight in Mount Gambier for domestic violence
It starts at 5:30pm.
Candle vigil held tonight in Mount Gambier for domestic violence
It starts at 5:30pm.
02:06
30 Apr 24
The RAA shares school drop-off tips ahead of term 2
We're being reminded to slow down in school zones.
The RAA shares school drop-off tips ahead of term 2
We're being reminded to slow down in school zones.
02:08
29 Apr 24
Millicent mum pulls son out of school, following isolation claims
She says her seven year old is being isolated as a punishment.
Millicent mum pulls son out of school, following isolation claims
She says her seven year old is being isolated as a punishment.
02:08
29 Apr 24
Its getting hard to access psych services across the Limestone Coast
The Australian Psychological Society says government intervention is needed.
Its getting hard to access psych services across the Limestone Coast
The Australian Psychological Society says government intervention is needed.
02:08
28 Apr 24
Harsher animal cruelty penalties on the way
The government is cracking down.
Harsher animal cruelty penalties on the way
The government is cracking down.
02:09
28 Apr 24
First of its kind autism service on the way for South Aussie kids
$800 000 in funding is going towards the service.
First of its kind autism service on the way for South Aussie kids
$800 000 in funding is going towards the service.
02:07
25 Apr 24
School toilets are being locked up across the state
Its to stop kids from vaping.
School toilets are being locked up across the state
Its to stop kids from vaping.
02:10
25 Apr 24
ANZAC Day services continue across the Limestone Coast
Dawn Services were seen across the region.
ANZAC Day services continue across the Limestone Coast
Dawn Services were seen across the region.
02:09
24 Apr 24
Dawn services begin across the Limestone Coast
Marches will get underway later this morning.
Dawn services begin across the Limestone Coast
Marches will get underway later this morning.
02:08
24 Apr 24
The Battle of Kapyong to be commemorated today on the Limestone Coast
That's ahead of ANZAC Day commemorations tomorrow
The Battle of Kapyong to be commemorated today on the Limestone Coast
That's ahead of ANZAC Day commemorations tomorrow
02:08
23 Apr 24
House prices still on the rise around the Limestone Coast
That's according to Domain
House prices still on the rise around the Limestone Coast
That's according to Domain
02:07
23 Apr 24
Childhood Dementia research receives a funding boost
The Premier making the announcement yesterday
Childhood Dementia research receives a funding boost
The Premier making the announcement yesterday
02:07
22 Apr 24
Business as usual for Clare Scriven following Cabinet reshuffle
She's retained her previous roles.
Business as usual for Clare Scriven following Cabinet reshuffle
She's retained her previous roles.
02:08
21 Apr 24
Clare Scriven survives Cabinet reshuffle.
She retains her original portfolios.
Clare Scriven survives Cabinet reshuffle.
She retains her original portfolios.
02:06
21 Apr 24
SA to face tougher smoking laws?
The push is being made by independent MP Frank Pangallo.
SA to face tougher smoking laws?
The push is being made by independent MP Frank Pangallo.
02:07
19 Apr 24
Mt Gambier home ravaged by fire
It took hold of a property on Altinio Drive on Thursday morning.
Mt Gambier home ravaged by fire
It took hold of a property on Altinio Drive on Thursday morning.
02:07
18 Apr 24
Rental market still tight on Limestone Coast
The vacancy rate is currently 0.7%, according to Domain.
Rental market still tight on Limestone Coast
The vacancy rate is currently 0.7%, according to Domain.
02:07
18 Apr 24
Housing boom not slowing on Limestone Coast
Prices have risen by at least 10% in the past year.
Housing boom not slowing on Limestone Coast
Prices have risen by at least 10% in the past year.
02:07
18 Apr 24
Animal cruelty claims at Lake George
Footage of the alleged incident was captured last month.
Animal cruelty claims at Lake George
Footage of the alleged incident was captured last month.
02:07
17 Apr 24
Limestone Coast house prices surge
Kingston saw a 22% rise in the past year.
Limestone Coast house prices surge
Kingston saw a 22% rise in the past year.
02:07
17 Apr 24
UniSA to study mental health in agriculture
Limestone Coast farmers are invited to participate.
UniSA to study mental health in agriculture
Limestone Coast farmers are invited to participate.
02:08
17 Apr 24
Emergency workers encouraged to seek support
Particularly those in regional areas like the Limestone Coast.
Emergency workers encouraged to seek support
Particularly those in regional areas like the Limestone Coast.
02:08
16 Apr 24
Act now to protect farming future: CSIRO
It's warning that profitability could plunge 50% by 2050.
Act now to protect farming future: CSIRO
It's warning that profitability could plunge 50% by 2050.
02:08
16 Apr 24
More funds needed for Millicent Swimming Lake
A delegation will be sent to lobby the Premier for funding.
More funds needed for Millicent Swimming Lake
A delegation will be sent to lobby the Premier for funding.
02:08
16 Apr 24
Vulnerable kids at greater risk of school expulsion
That's according to new research from the UniSA.
Vulnerable kids at greater risk of school expulsion
That's according to new research from the UniSA.
02:08
15 Apr 24
More federal funding needed: Pasin
The Barker MP wants to see more action within the Growing Regions Program.
More federal funding needed: Pasin
The Barker MP wants to see more action within the Growing Regions Program.
02:07
15 Apr 24
Mt Gambier speed camera earns $230k in fines
588 speeding drivers were clocked by the Sutton Ave camera last year.
Mt Gambier speed camera earns $230k in fines
588 speeding drivers were clocked by the Sutton Ave camera last year.
02:07
15 Apr 24
Speeding driver escapes serious injury near Naracoorte
She was allegedly clocked doing 142 km/h by police.
Speeding driver escapes serious injury near Naracoorte
She was allegedly clocked doing 142 km/h by police.
02:08
14 Apr 24
Robe District Council seeking feedback
Its Draft Strategic Plan is now open for consultation.
Robe District Council seeking feedback
Its Draft Strategic Plan is now open for consultation.
02:08
14 Apr 24
Plea to drive safe during school holidays
That call comes from the RAA's Charles Mountain.
Plea to drive safe during school holidays
That call comes from the RAA's Charles Mountain.
02:07
12 Apr 24
Mt Gambier students prompt parliament motion
Kids at Melaleuca Park want to see their bathrooms upgraded.
Mt Gambier students prompt parliament motion
Kids at Melaleuca Park want to see their bathrooms upgraded.
02:08
11 Apr 24
Naracoorte's Morris Bakery sold to new owners
It comes following the sudden closure of the business in February.
Naracoorte's Morris Bakery sold to new owners
It comes following the sudden closure of the business in February.
02:07
11 Apr 24
Wattle Range Council defies Millicent RSL
They're disagreeing over an Acknowledgement of Country.
Wattle Range Council defies Millicent RSL
They're disagreeing over an Acknowledgement of Country.
02:07
11 Apr 24
Average rent price steady on Limestone Coast
It's currently sitting at $290 per week.
Average rent price steady on Limestone Coast
It's currently sitting at $290 per week.
02:07
10 Apr 24
Stoush over Acknowledgement of Country
Wattle Range Council is defying a request by Millicent RSL.
Stoush over Acknowledgement of Country
Wattle Range Council is defying a request by Millicent RSL.
02:08
10 Apr 24
Mulch situation OK in Mt Gambier
It comes as Victoria grapples with a potential asbestos mulch crisis.
Mulch situation OK in Mt Gambier
It comes as Victoria grapples with a potential asbestos mulch crisis.
02:08
10 Apr 24
Disaster Resilience Summit a success
State ministers Joe Szakacs and Clare Scriven attended.
Disaster Resilience Summit a success
State ministers Joe Szakacs and Clare Scriven attended.
02:07
9 Apr 24
Kingston's council mulling state govt offer
$2.8m will be provided to fix the jetty, but with a catch...
Kingston's council mulling state govt offer
$2.8m will be provided to fix the jetty, but with a catch...
02:07
9 Apr 24
Beachport pushes for more childcare services
A sub-committee has been formed to lobby governments about the issue.
Beachport pushes for more childcare services
A sub-committee has been formed to lobby governments about the issue.
02:07
9 Apr 24
No Gather Round matches for Limestone Coast
That's despite a game being played in the Barossa next year.
No Gather Round matches for Limestone Coast
That's despite a game being played in the Barossa next year.
02:08
8 Apr 24
Penola shares in Gather Round funding
$150k will go towards the football club.
Penola shares in Gather Round funding
$150k will go towards the football club.
02:07
8 Apr 24
Mt Gambier facing severe rental stress
That's according to the latest Rental Pain Index from Suburb Trends.
Mt Gambier facing severe rental stress
That's according to the latest Rental Pain Index from Suburb Trends.
02:08
8 Apr 24
Local road maintenance in the spotlight
It comes as councils deal with financial strain on the Limestone Coast.
Local road maintenance in the spotlight
It comes as councils deal with financial strain on the Limestone Coast.
02:08
7 Apr 24
Rental stress growing on the Limestone Coast
Mt Gambier is facing severe rental stress, according to Suburb Trends.
Rental stress growing on the Limestone Coast
Mt Gambier is facing severe rental stress, according to Suburb Trends.
02:08
7 Apr 24
Drakes not coming to the Limestone Coast
The supermarket chain has denied rumours it will open a store in Mt Gambier.
Drakes not coming to the Limestone Coast
The supermarket chain has denied rumours it will open a store in Mt Gambier.
02:08
5 Apr 24
Our Voice conference headed for Wulanda
It'll be held at the Centre on Monday, April 8th.
Our Voice conference headed for Wulanda
It'll be held at the Centre on Monday, April 8th.
02:07
4 Apr 24
Disaster Resilience Summit in Mt Gambier today
The event will bring together business, government and non-profit groups.
Disaster Resilience Summit in Mt Gambier today
The event will bring together business, government and non-profit groups.
02:07
4 Apr 24
Unions want to see more incentives to get nurses out to the South East
There's a shortage of workers right now crippling the state.
Unions want to see more incentives to get nurses out to the South East
There's a shortage of workers right now crippling the state.
02:08
3 Apr 24
Home prices remain as high as ever across regional South Australia
The latest PropTrack report is out.
Home prices remain as high as ever across regional South Australia
The latest PropTrack report is out.
02:09
3 Apr 24
Man faces court over horror Easter car crash
He'll return later on in the year.
Man faces court over horror Easter car crash
He'll return later on in the year.
02:09
2 Apr 24
Aviation firefighting strike to not affect regional airports
There should be no issue.
Aviation firefighting strike to not affect regional airports
There should be no issue.
02:10
2 Apr 24
Some abalone virus restrictions have lifted
Its good news for local fishers.
Some abalone virus restrictions have lifted
Its good news for local fishers.
02:07
1 Apr 24
Local man charged following horror crash at Penola
He'll face court today.
Local man charged following horror crash at Penola
He'll face court today.
02:07
1 Apr 24
Limestone roads fill up as many head off for an Easter getaway
The RAA has some advice for anyone hitting the road.
Limestone roads fill up as many head off for an Easter getaway
The RAA has some advice for anyone hitting the road.
02:07
27 Mar 24
Limestone Coast tourism industry working non-stop since January
The buzz is expected to continue across Easter.
Limestone Coast tourism industry working non-stop since January
The buzz is expected to continue across Easter.
02:09
27 Mar 24
SAPOL hits pause on its relationship with Crime Stoppers
Its got concerns about the parent company.
SAPOL hits pause on its relationship with Crime Stoppers
Its got concerns about the parent company.
02:07
26 Mar 24
Mackillop MP wants to see renewable energy brought to the Limestone Coast
Nick McBride would like to see solar.
Mackillop MP wants to see renewable energy brought to the Limestone Coast
Nick McBride would like to see solar.
02:09
26 Mar 24
Mount Gambier forum into underage drug and alcohol use
Some of the data is concerning.
Mount Gambier forum into underage drug and alcohol use
Some of the data is concerning.
02:06
25 Mar 24
Limestone Coast wineries gear up for a big Easter break
Most vineyards will be open for the entire long weekend.
Limestone Coast wineries gear up for a big Easter break
Most vineyards will be open for the entire long weekend.
02:06
24 Mar 24
Before the Bounce begins tomorrow
The initiative runs until Gather Round on April 4th.
Before the Bounce begins tomorrow
The initiative runs until Gather Round on April 4th.
02:07
22 Mar 24
Doctors criticise incoming payroll tax changes
The AMA says patients will suffer.
Doctors criticise incoming payroll tax changes
The AMA says patients will suffer.
02:07
22 Mar 24
Fringe Mt Gambier begins this weekend
The arts festival runs until April 7th.
Fringe Mt Gambier begins this weekend
The arts festival runs until April 7th.
02:08
21 Mar 24
Wattle Range Council finances 'sustainable'
That's the finding of the SA's Essential Services Commission.
Wattle Range Council finances 'sustainable'
That's the finding of the SA's Essential Services Commission.
02:08
20 Mar 24
SES urges us to prepare for Autumn storms
It received 1,800 calls for help due to storm damage in Autumn last year.
SES urges us to prepare for Autumn storms
It received 1,800 calls for help due to storm damage in Autumn last year.
02:07
20 Mar 24
Mixed response to power bill decrease
The SA Business Chamber says the price drop won't make a difference.
Mixed response to power bill decrease
The SA Business Chamber says the price drop won't make a difference.
02:07
19 Mar 24
Drop in power bills expected for South-East
Electricity prices will drop 2.5% for households come July.
Drop in power bills expected for South-East
Electricity prices will drop 2.5% for households come July.
02:08
19 Mar 24
Nicolle Flint returning to politics?
She's reportedly eyeing pre-selection for her old federal seat of Boothby.
Nicolle Flint returning to politics?
She's reportedly eyeing pre-selection for her old federal seat of Boothby.
02:07
19 Mar 24
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