Barriers broken for Australian wine
China’s Ministry of Commerce has made a draft determination which could see the the removal of trade barriers to Australian wine.
The state government...
Book lovers spread the word
Book lovers will be pleased to know that Millicent's only dedicated second hand bookshop has finally re-opened.
After being closed for three months the Lions...
Subsidy boost bid falls on deaf ears
A MOTION put forward by the Member for Mount Gambier Troy Bell requesting to increase the accommodation allowance and all subsidies to be tied...
Fishing looks positive for comps
FISHING events may receive the green light despite fishing restrictions as the abalone virus detection continues.
The Department of Primary Industries and Regions recently met...
Gather Round influx expected for Mount Gambier
THE upcoming Australian Football League (AFL) Gather Round is set to attract more than 40,000 people to Mount Gambier before heading off to Adelaide...
Bumper crowd for Beachport festival
The 2024 Beachport Crayfish Festival was held at the beginning of March with a capacity crowd enjoying the day’s activities.
In near perfect weather,...
Renewables drive Youth of the Year win
CALLUM McIntyre emerged as the winner at the Lions Club Youth of the Year Zone Final last Wednesday for an inspiring speech on renewable...
Rotary caring for the earth
Rotary Clubs in District 9780 are making a significant impact on the environment through a range of initiatives focused on sustainability and conservation.
Whether joining...
Tackling period poverty
SHARE the Dignity’s biannual Dignity Drive has begun for March and the charity is urging people to donate where they can.
Share the Dignity has...
John Shelton elected
JOHN Shelton has been named as the newest councillor for Wattle Range Council.
Announced earlier today, Mr Shelton received first preference votes totalling 911.
According...
A century on, they’re re-enacting a mailrun
Rob Fairchild and his team of five horses will re-enact an olden day mailrun from April 8 to April 11, to commemorate the anniversary...
Helping to lighten the landfill load
Members of Millicent's Men's Shed and Craft Group are participating in a six month trial for the town's first repair cafe.
The idea stemmed from...