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Lots completed, more to do

It was a huge year for Giles - especially for Whyalla and Port Augusta. I reflect on major achievements in 2025, things we continue...

Fatal crash near Whyalla

REGION - SA Police are investigating after a man died in a single-vehicle crash on the Eyre Highway about 60 kilometres west of Whyalla,...

Our resilience, path forward

As we close out 2025, I want to acknowledge the resilience, pride, and opportunity that I see out in the community each day. Yes,...

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Sport

Year that was in sport -December

DECEMBER 04/12/2025: North Whyalla completed its undefeated season in the Whyalla Football League women’s competition, defeating West Augusta to claim the 2025 premiership. 11/12/2025: The...

Year that was in sport – November

NOVEMBER 06/11/2025: Only three rounds into the Port Augusta Cricket Association A Grade competition, but the ladder was already beginning to take shape with interesting...

Year that was in sport – October

OCTOBER 02/10/2025: After a tough loss, South Whyalla bounced back with a convincing victory over newcomers Central Augusta in its women’s football clash at Bennett...

Year that was in sport – September

SEPTEMBER 04/09/2025: In the Port Augusta A Grade netball final, top seeded Vikings settled quickly against Railways, winning by 10 goals. 11/09/2025: Solomontown secured its place...

Year that was in sport – August

AUGUST 07/08/2025: On the oval, Solomontown and PropRison met in a rematch of last season’s grand final, with the Lions reminding the Cats they were...

Year that was in sport – July

JULY 03/07/2025: Magpies had all the deserved fanfare with a blistering win over St Joseph's 62-45 in the Port Augusta A Grade netball competition. 10/07/2025: At...

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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Peterborough Rodeo back for 2026

You are invited to partake in a jam packed evening at the 37th annual Peterborough Rodeo on Saturday, 10 January 2026. Held at the Peterborough...

Mid North growers shine

A group of South Australia’s leading grain growers and industry innovators have been named finalists for the 2025 South Australian Grain Industry Awards. Hosted by...

Dedicated years recognised

REGION - Many Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network volunteers were awarded with Years of Service Certificates and Premier’s Certificates recently for Recognition...

Lifeline gets new leader

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Year that was in Augusta – December

DECEMBER 04/12/2025: The Port Augusta City Council launched its new Tourism Development Strategy 2025-2030, setting a bold, community-focused direction aimed at boosting the local visitor...

Those were the days: Janas Balogh

Full name: Janas Balogh Town of residence: Port Augusta Town of birth: Auckland New Zealand Year of birth: 1/7/1962 Age: 63 Where were you born: New Zealand Mother and father's...