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No compensation from ElectraNet, SA Power Networks: minister

ELECTRANET and SA Power Networks are not required to compensate the thousands of Yorke Peninsula businesses and residents affected by Friday’s almost 20-hour power outage, according to the state energy minister. Minister Tom Koutsantonis told State...

Sarah Herrmann
19 Mar 2025
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Dusty days numbered in Moonta Bay

STAGE 1 of the upgrade to the unpaved Moonta Road, Moonta Bay, is now open for tender. The first section to be sealed with bitumen will be between East Terrace and Haylock Road. The project will be completed in two stages, with public consultation...

Joanna Tucker
18 Mar 2025
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FINAL PUSH FOR HEALTH

One step in a lengthy process AFTER years of campaigning, Yorke Peninsula’s healthcare system is now being investigated by parliament. As part of the process, South Australia’s Economic and Finance Committee will visit Yorke Peninsula to host...

Joanna Tucker
18 Mar 2025
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‘Traumatic’ wait for aged care

ELDERLY South Australians are waiting an average of 253 days to be placed in aged care — the longest in the country, and almost double the national average of 136 days. For Barunga Village, Port Broughton, resident Margaret Thomas, who has...

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18 Mar 2025
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No compensation from ElectraNet, SA Power Networks: minister

ELECTRANET and SA Power Networks are not required to compensate the thousands of Yorke Peninsula businesses and residents affected by Friday’s almost 20-hour power outage, according to the state energy minister. Minister Tom Koutsantonis told State...

Sarah Herrmann
19 Mar 2025
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Dusty days numbered in Moonta Bay

STAGE 1 of the upgrade to the unpaved Moonta Road, Moonta Bay, is now open for tender. The first section to be sealed with bitumen will be between East Terrace and Haylock Road. The project will be completed in two stages, with public consultation...

Joanna Tucker
18 Mar 2025
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FINAL PUSH FOR HEALTH

One step in a lengthy process AFTER years of campaigning, Yorke Peninsula’s healthcare system is now being investigated by parliament. As part of the process, South Australia’s Economic and Finance Committee will visit Yorke Peninsula to host...

Joanna Tucker
18 Mar 2025
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Goldsworthy claims third flag with mate in Darwin

Former Woodville-West Torrens great Matthew Goldsworthy (formerly from SYP) has added another premiership medal to his collection, helping the Banks Bulldogs to a dominant NTFL Men Premier League Reserves 2024-25 grand final win in Darwin on...

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18 Mar 2025
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Bernie Vince: From country kid to AFL career

Stansbury’s Bernie Vince built a career in both football and cricket, becoming a well-known sporting figure on Yorke Peninsula and beyond. Not only is Vince the longest serving AFL footballer from YP — ahead of Sam Jacobs (Ardrossan), Richard...

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18 Mar 2025
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Virgin signs with Moonta

Premiership-winning defender Michael Virgin will pull on the red and blue in 2025, signing with the Moonta Demons for the upcoming Yorke Peninsula Football League season. After a year on the sidelines, Virgin said the move was inspired by his...

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18 Mar 2025
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Blights go pink for ‘Pingo’

THE Blights Real Estate team will be dressing to impress in pink attire at the Kadina Football and Netball Clubrooms on Friday evening, March 28. Their aim is to raise funds to support people with breast cancer — and they’re asking you to join...

Joanna Tucker
18 Mar 2025
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Local author donates childhood memoir

COPPER Coast identity Lilian James OAM has donated a copy of her book, Golden Embers: A Childhood Memoir of East Moonta, to the Kadina Memorial School library. Published in 2019, the book provides a nostalgic glimpse into life in East Moonta through...

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18 Mar 2025
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Care in Motion powers up solar

COMMUNITY Care and Transport Care in Motion has taken a step toward sustainability. The organisation recently installed solar panels on the roof of its 18 Fourth Street property in Minlaton. Chief executive David McDonald said the organisation had...

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18 Mar 2025
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Charming country home

NESTLED in the heart of Port Broughton, this stunning four-year-old home with modern features offers the perfect blend of country charm and contemporary living, says Blights Real Estate’s Jade Greenslade. Thoughtfully crafted by the owner-builder...

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18 Mar 2025
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Your sea change

THIS affordable holiday home is perfect as a rental — or why not make it your permanent escape? Blights Real Estate’s Neville Hibbard says the home offers plenty of space and comfort. “Upstairs features a spacious living area, a well-equipped...

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12 Mar 2025
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As neat as they come

THIS property in Moonta Bay is a wonderfully maintained home, says Blights Real Estate’s Jade Greenslade. “Walking through the front door, it has a very welcoming, homely feel,” Jade says. “With a feature brick wall in the L-shaped lounge...

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04 Mar 2025
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No compensation from ElectraNet, SA Power Networks: minister

ELECTRANET and SA Power Networks are not required to compensate the thousands of Yorke Peninsula businesses and residents affected by Friday’s almost 20-hour power outage, according to the state energy minister. Minister Tom Koutsantonis told State...

Sarah Herrmann
19 Mar 2025
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Expanded health and fitness in Minlaton

Advertising Promotion AN UPDATED and expanded gym has opened in Minlaton, offering 24/7 access, more classes, new equipment and allied health services. YP Health and Fitness gives a fresh approach to health and fitness in the local area, proprietors...

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12 Mar 2025
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First National Copper Coast shines at 2024 state awards

Advertising promotion FIRST National Real Estate Copper Coast has been recognised among South Australia and the Northern Territory’s top-performing agencies at the 2024 First National state awards, held at the National Wine Centre of Australi...

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12 Mar 2025
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