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Progress for Two Wells roundabout

THE remaining construction work for stage two of the Mallala Road and Old Port Wakefield Road roundabout began last week. Conducted by the Department for Infrastructure and Transport (DIT), this stage involves work on the north-eastern section of...

Staff Contributors

30 Nov 2024

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Nurse exchange program showing early success

A SIX-MONTH nurse exchange initiative enabling metropolitan and rural nurses to deepen their work experience within new settings is already reaping the rewards. The Metro/Rural Nursing Exchange Program is a unique partnership between Yorke and...

Staff Contributors

29 Nov 2024

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Gawler serves up bun-believable support

THE Gawler community contributed a stack of cash to support families with seriously ill children as part of this year’s McHappy Day. McDonald’s Gawler raised $10,836.40 to support the annual charity event. Each year, all McDonald’s restaurants...

Imogen Evans

29 Nov 2024

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Hoppo spreads important message in the Barossa

THE Barossa enjoyed a visit from one of the country’s most recognised lifeguards on Thursday, November 21, as Bondi Rescue’s Bruce ‘Hoppo’ Hopkins stopped in at The Rex in Tanunda as part of a nation-wide water safety campaign. Hoppo is an...

Jem Nash

28 Nov 2024

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Kapunda Saddles up for a wild ride

A HUGE crowd was roped into having a bucking good time last weekend with a soldout Kapunda Rodeo. The heat and predicted showers held off just long enough for thousands of competitors, sponsors and general fans to fill Kapunda for an entire day’s...

Imogen Evans

28 Nov 2024

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Alert SA app turned into multi-hazard platform

MORE emergency information and warnings are available through the expanded Alert SA app, aimed at keeping South Australians safe heading into summer. The updated app – previously dedicated to bushfires – now includes alerts for severe weather...

Staff Contributors

28 Nov 2024

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Parade ready to roll

A JAM-PACKED line-up of festive cheer is ready to return to Gawler with the next edition of the Gawler Christmas Parade. On Saturday, November 30, thousands are expected to line Murray Street to enjoy the parade’s return. The 2023 parade, which...

Aidan Curtis

27 Nov 2024

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Trinity student on the road to lifelong goal

A TRINITY College student has earned a spot in one of the nation’s most coveted animal care qualifications following hundreds of hours of work and volunteering. Trinity Year 12 Ashley Knight is one step closer to realising his childhood dream of...

Aidan Curtis

27 Nov 2024

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Gawler carols back with huge line-up

A GAWLER favourite will return in early December after a last-minute cancellation in 2023. The 2024 Apex Gawler Community Christmas Carols event is on track to bring a big night of holiday cheer to residents and families all around the region, with...

Aidan Curtis

27 Nov 2024

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Gawler’s hopes to gather AFL benefits in 2025

TOWN of Gawler is aiming to capitalise on the hype of the AFL Gather Round heading to Lyndoch, with event and accommodation opportunities potentially on the cards. With football fans expected to flock to Lyndoch for the 2025 Gather Round, council...

Aidan Curtis

27 Nov 2024

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Gawler’s best honoured at business awards

A TRIO of businesses have been recognised for their outstanding work at the Gawler Business Awards on Friday, November 22. Pole4Fitness Gawler received the Customer Service award, Gawler Academy of Dance was the winner of the Commitment to Community...

Jem Nash

27 Nov 2024

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170 years of rich history for Gawler law firm

A LONG-standing Gawler law firm recently celebrated a significant milestone, with Rudall & Rudall Lawyers marking 170 years this month. The firm was founded in 1854 by John Rudall, who was Gawler’s first town clerk, before his son Samuel Bruce...

Jem Nash

27 Nov 2024

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Road safety boost with roundabout funding

WORKS to upgrade one of the Playford area’s most notorious intersections are set to begin in 2025 following the announcement of extra funding from the Federal Government. On Friday, November 22, the State and Federal Governments announced...

Aidan Curtis

27 Nov 2024

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Gawler group stitching awareness one tree at a time

TREES across Gawler have turned orange this week as part of the Zonta Club of Gawler’s annual stand against domestic and family violence. As part of the 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence, Zonta members have been busy knitting large...

Imogen Evans

27 Nov 2024

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Sporting clubs welcome new facilities

SPORTS lovers in the region will have access to better facilities following the official openings of two new changerooms in two different locations. Karbeethan Reserve and the Gawler Central Sporting Club both saw their new changerooms opened on...

Staff Contributors

27 Nov 2024