Yorke Peninsula Country Times

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Council, State Government clash over Moonta roads TWO Intersections on Thrington Road near Moonta present grave safety risks and need to be upgraded. That is the shared concern of Copper Coast Council, the Northern Yorke Peninsula CFS Group and...

Joanna Tucker

‘We’re all for that’ — locals back coastal protection

AMID robust discussions about vehicle access on YP beaches, James Well and Rogues Point Progress Association is standing by a plan to safeguard the natural environment by limiting access to sensitive coastal areas. Northern and Yorke Landscape Board...

Sarah Herrmann

YP residents crying out for connection

LOCALS say existing communications coverage problems across Yorke Peninsula have been exacerbated by the influx of tourists to the region’s busy beachside towns. In October, Telstra’s 3G coverage was turned off across Australia, leaving many YP...

Rachel Hagan

Politicians speak on councillor suspension

TWO independent state parliamentarians say they will investigate the suspension of Councillor Adam Meyer from Yorke Peninsula Council. The Behavioural Standards Panel suspended Cr Meyer from elected office without an allowance for one month, from...

Sarah Herrmann

Colonoscopy services set to return at Yorketown

THE recent purchase of new equipment means colonoscopy consultations and services are a step closer to being reinstated at Yorketown Hospital, after being suspended on October 1. Yorke and Northern Local Health Network chief executive Roger Kirchner...

Joanna Tucker

Plover chicks struggling

AWARENESS of and respect for the hooded plover is being called for ahead of the Australia Day long weekend as an expert says the survival rate of chicks on Yorke Peninsula this breeding season is not meeting expectations. The endangered birds, which...

Sarah Herrmann

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Vass in top three at state champs

Curramulka’s Ava Vass has earnt statewide bowls recognition after finishing in the top three in two events at the 2024-25 Bowls SA Under 18 Championships from January 13-16. The event was held at Lockleys Bowling Club and attracted male and female...

Wilson McShane

Sport

YP team ready for strong showing at Country Cup

A potent Yorke Peninsula Senior Cricket squad has been chosen for the 100th year of the South Australian Cricket Association’s Country Cup and Harry Meyer Shield, to be played from February 3 to 6 in Adelaide. The team will be captained by the...

Sport

Harry Meyer Cup celebrates centenary

This article is the first in a three-part series highlighting Yorke Peninsula’s performances during the early years of the South Australian Cricket Association Men’s Senior Country Cup (Harry Meyer Cup). The Harry Meyer Cup carnival, also known...

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Community

Moonta probus news

MOONTA and District Probus Club met on January 6 and inducted a new member, Kristina Mudge, who was proposed and introduced by Marg Bastian. Kristina spoke of a diverse and active life involving family farming at Mambray Creek, banking and finance...

Community

Mitchell shines in performing arts

MITCHELL Higgins was presented with the Primary College Performing Arts Award at Harvest Christian College’s 2024 end-of-year awards. Sponsored by the Yorke Peninsula Country Times, the Performing Arts Award is given to a primary school student...

Property

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Property

Perfect location

COME on down to 14 Downer Road, says Blights Real Estate’s Jade Greenslade. “This home has plenty to offer,” she says. Located within walking distance to local schools, the shopping precinct and sporting facilities, this four-bedroom...

14 Jan 2025

Property

More to offer than meets the eye

THIS beautifully rendered, brick veneer home was built in 1980 and offers the perfect blend of retro charm, modern convenience and outdoor living. Situated on a sprawling 2020sqm block, the home is packed with features to suit families, entertainers...

07 Jan 2025

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Care in Motion seeking volunteer visitors

Advertising Promotion AS LONELINESS becomes a more recognised health concern, local initiatives such as Care in Motion’s Aged Care Volunteer Visitors Scheme are helping to combat isolation in our community. Volunteers are being sought in towns...

07 Jan 2025

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Advertising Promotion EVEN if you’re in summer holiday mode, it’s time to start thinking about getting ready for students going back to school. Kadina Newsagency can help with its giant back-to-school catalogue savings of 20 to 30 per cent, or...