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Facing the fuel crisis

The 2026 fuel crisis is beginning to bite in Port Augusta. Petrol and diesel prices pushing toward $3 and even $4 a litre are...

Kids get creative at library

PORT AUGUSTA - Creative learning and hands-on fun will take centre stage at the Port Augusta Library in the upcoming school holidays, with two...

Easter fun for everyone

The Spencer Gulf region is buzzing with activity this Easter, offering plenty for locals and visitors alike. One highlight is the Quorn Easter Fair, running...

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Sport

South Bulldogs take the win in eight ball

PORT AUGUSTA - Round eight of Port Augusta eight ball was played out recently, with South Bulldogs kicking it off with a win against...

Demons held to late draw

REGION - Northern Demons took on new State League 2 side Elizabeth Downs at Byrne Park on Saturday, 28 March. Downs entered the competition...

Whyalla goes back-to-back

REGION - Whyalla has gone back-to-back to claim the 2026 Perry’s Cup, with the best women's footballers from across the region gathering for the...

Eagles host preseason spectacle

REGION - A pre-season football competition is set to hit the Upper Yorke Peninsula, as five sides from across the state descend on Port...

SA Government

The pain behind the loss

“THE harm creeps up on you — by the time you recognise it, it's already well and truly taken hold.” These are the words of...

See the signs, stop the harm

RECOGNISING the damage done early, and reaching out for support, are crucial to overcoming gambling harm for regional South Australians. Department of Human Services...

Strong support for regional communities

WHILE the challenges of gambling harm are continuing to evolve, a number of community services are providing support tailored to those living rurally. ...

Vouchers directly boost visitation

THE hospitality and tourism sector in the Whyalla region is seeing a welcome boost this summer, thanks to the Coast is Calling Travel Voucher...

Tackling SA’s algal bloom

A harmful algal bloom has been impacting large stretches of South Australia’s coastline since mid-March. South Australian Research and Development Institute (SARDI) Executive Director Professor...

How to access business support through algal bloom

The State Government’s Department of State Development is providing a range of measures to support impacted businesses, and their owners and staff, through the...

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Years full of love, pride

PORT PIRIE – Reaching the age of 90 is a significant milestone few people reach, but it has been an opportunity for Teresa Caputo...

Screaming Jets hit Whyalla

WHYALLA - The inaugural ‘Forged In Steel’ music festival was held in Whyalla over the weekend, with The Screaming Jets headlining in a rocking...

APY teams connect faster

REGION -Child protection staff across the remote Anangu Pitjantjatjara Yankunytjatjara (APY) Lands are now able to work faster and more effectively, thanks to a...

Funds for BHP tram model

WHYALLA - The Whyalla Maritime Museum is set to unveil a significant new exhibit chronicling the history of the BHP Tramway, thanks to nearly...

Assembly unites region

PORT PIRIE - Catholic leaders from across the region arrived in Port Pirie to attend the city's annual Diocesan Assembly. Held over two days, March...

Singers honour war history

WHYALLA - An ambitious musical production reflecting on the experiences of prisoners of war in Singapore during World War II will be staged by...

Connecting communities

The Transcontinental photographer Sue Dalla Santa was at the recent Multicultural Festival and Closing the Gap events, capturing the community coming together in celebration...

Foreshore fun awaits

PORT BROUGHTON - A strong mix of local food, live music and community atmosphere will be on show in Port Broughton for Feast on...

Track down hidden loos

Australians are being urged to keep an eye out for one of life’s everyday essentials, with a nationwide call to help uncover hidden public...

Free carbon farming webinar

REGION - A free carbon farming webinar will be delivered across the state next week, allowing sheep and cattle producers to learn how to...