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Tiny tradies’ crafty ideas

Transcontinental photographer Sue Dalla Santa captured locals at the recent Tiny Tradies day at Bunnings and locals attending the Australia Day Breakfast at Gladstone...

Arnold’s passion for sport

PORT AUGUSTA - Transcontinental contributor Sue Dalla Santa recently spoke with Indi Arnold, who has had an exceptional 2025 year in sport. Indi recently...

Rotary club pools a party

A change in scheduling and other operational matters left a beloved local event at risk of ceasing, before a local community group stepped up. The...

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Sport

Ready for women’s footy

PORT PIRIE - The Port Bulldogs Football Club has announced it wants to form two teams for the upcoming Mid North Women's Football Competition...

Bowls brilliance from Daisy

Gladstone’s young bowling star has claimed another honour, cementing herself as one of the sport’s brightest talents. Daisy Coe added a second consecutive State Under...

Local players set to compete in Country Cup

PORT AUGUSTA - During the break, three talented basketballers will make the trip to compete in the 2026 Albury/Wodonga Australian Country Cup. Eagles No. 35...

Battle for second heats up

REGION - While South Augusta look certain to stay on top of the table, Quorn, Central Augusta and Punjabi Warriors are all in contention...

Plenty of action at Carrieton

To station owners and the stockmen and women of the Flinders Ranges, New Year means only one thing - Carrieton Rodeo. For more than 70...

Clubs clarify merger talks

WHYALLA - Two football clubs in Whyalla have moved to clarify their positions following recent public commentary regarding possible merger discussions. North Whyalla and...

SA Government

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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Register for Black Dog Ride

REGION - The Whyalla, Port Augusta and Roxby Downs communities are being encouraged to support the local arm of Black Dog Ride by registering...

Quorn childcare to grow

QUORN — A $330,000 investment into early childhood education in Quorn is set to bring lasting benefits for families and the workforce across the...

Support sought for pantry

PORT BROUGHTON - The Barunga West Council is encouraging community members to donate non-perishable food items to the Port Broughton Community Pantry. Maintained by volunteers...

Discover the last frontier in style, Antarctica awaits

Discover the ‘White Continent’, fabulous Antarctica and sail with Viking’s Antarctic Explorer voyage for thirteen magnificent days. Journey to the stunning Antarctic Peninsula, a landscape...

Funding delivered to clubs

REGION - A number of local sports clubs and organisations have received funding through the State Government’s Active Club Program. Announced by Minister for...

Peterborough’s proud citizens awarded

The District Council of Peterborough revealed the recipients of its 2026 Australia Day awards who will be honoured at a public ceremony on Australia...

Exhibit is in fine company

PORT AUGUSTA - A new exhibition at the Yarta Purtli Art Gallery is celebrating the region’s artistic talent while offering a fresh perspective on...

Rules for a reason

The local basketball season hasn’t yet concluded, but planning for the netball season is already underway. The Port Augusta Netball Association will hold its...

Local Cynthia Collins pleased to be a joint winner of Active Citizen of the Year

PORT AUGUSTA - Cynthia Collins was a joint recipient in the Port Augusta City Council’s 2026 Active Citizen of the Year award. Ms Collins...

Classic earns top award

PORT AUGUSTA - The Port Augusta Golf Club celebrated a major milestone on Australia Day, with its 50th Classic event named Event of the...