The Islander

Last week we published a letter complaining about empty shelves in the Kingscote supermarket over the busy holiday break. I immediately thought of the...

RSPCA South Australia, Conservation Council SA, and Birds SA are disappointed at the SA Government’s decision to allow a 2026 recreational duck and quail...

Having explored the tourist meccas of the South Island of New Zealand (Queenstown and Christchurch) I thought it was time to venture further afield...

Great Southern's 2026 Meyer Shield squad has been announced, with Port Elliot's Joel Harris set to lead the side at the three-day tournament in...

Razorbacks Senior Men v Wisanger Panthers at Wisanger Oval 1ST INNINGS - RAZORBACKS SENIOR MEN BATTING J Trethewey lbw: K Stead ........................................................9 J Gurney c: L Sampson b:...

Razorbacks U16 Mixed v Wisanger Panthers U16 at Wisanger Oval 1ST INNINGS - RAZORBACKS U16 MIXED BATTING N/A retired not out................................................................42 S De Crespigny run out (J Trowbridge,...

Open Pennant Results: Dec. 20 Parndana White 96 (2) lost to Parndana Red 108 (14) – played at Parndana R Morgan T Treble J McArdle 25...

The Kangaroo Island cricket season resumed on Saturday with the match between Wisanger and Hog Bay at Panther Park held early, so players could...

Here are some photos from one the last matches of Kangaroo Island cricket before the holidays. Cricket meanwhile resumes this weekend, with some important...

Coastal businesses are feeling the pinch during the algal bloom and the State Government is fully aware of the problems this marine event has...

DINING cashbacks and travel vouchers issued by the State and Federal governments’ Algal Bloom Summer Plan are making a difference for Kangaroo Island Oysters. The...

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...

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...

The developer of the proposed 60-pod Katharsis wellness centre has at the last moment cancelled an information session organised in conjunction with the Kangaroo...

I cannot stress enough my opposition to this proposal for this incongruous, huge tourism facility at Middle River that goes against everything Kangaroo Island...

A ‘Keep Your Droplets to Yourself’ campaign is aimed at reminding growers to be aware of the conditions when spraying through summer. The Grain Producers...

South Australian ambulance officers will receive wage rises and improved working conditions after employees voted overwhelmingly in support of the state government’s enterprise bargaining...

The 2025 Kangaroo Island Glossy Black-Cockatoo Census has recorded a minimum of 446 birds, reaffirming the crucial role of long-term conservation and community involvement...

A hotter than usual summer followed by a dry and warm 2026 is ahead for the Fleurieu region. According to leading rural and agricultural meteorologist...

Two legends of Kangaroo Island were given farewells last week by family, friends and the community. 50-year teaching veteran and sports photographer Maggie Patterson, as...

Kangaroo Island Council has supported improved access to lifesaving equipment, with 23 new automated external defibrillators installed at publicly accessible locations in late 2025. This...

The Kangaroo Island Racing Club would like to clarify the circumstances surrounding bookmaking services at the January 2026 race meeting. The club received formal communication...

Research and Discovery Coastal Tours Kangaroo Island (RAD KI) in its latest algal bloom update on Jan. 11 is reporting more devastating death of...