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Kingscote woman arrested over alleged cannabis find

A woman was arrested after police seized drugs from her Kingscote home on Friday. About 3.30pm on Friday, April 17, Kangaroo Island Police attended a...

Sweet lifeline for wildlife after bushfires ravage their habitat

Adelaide University and Kangaroo Island Research Station researchers have developed a simple, low-cost way to help wildlife survive in the critical days and weeks...

Seniors guide updated

A free comprehensive guide for seniors has been updated by Member for Mayo, Rebekha Sharkie to ensure information for older residents remains a valuable...

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Sport

Netballers in action at SA Masters Games

Netball was a popular sport at the SA Masters Games, taking place on Thursday and Friday, April 16 and 17 at the Victor Harbor...

New umpiring phase for KI Football League

The KI Football League is entering an exciting new phase in 2026, now operating under an official umpiring panel that will strengthen both match...

Senior basketball grand final action: PHOTOS

Parndana’s Wade Tucker driving the ball in the A Men’s grand final last month. Photos by Leasha Sanigar. Eagles’ Shontae Jones defending Wisanger’s Shaisee Hamlyn...

KI emerging talents in SANFL: Billy Brind and Jed Westbrook face off

On Good Friday two Kangaroo Island boys Jed Westbrook and Billy Brind, went head-to-head playing for the SANFL’s AAMI Talent League U16 boys Round...

Grand final photos: Wisanger vs Western Districts played at the MCG

Ezra Foster bowling to Jack Hinton in the Kangaroo Island Cricket Association senior grand final between Wisanger and Western Districts played at MacGilvray last...

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SA Government

The pain behind the loss

“THE harm creeps up on you — by the time you recognise it, it's already well and truly taken hold.” These are the words of...

See the signs, stop the harm

RECOGNISING the damage done early, and reaching out for support, are crucial to overcoming gambling harm for regional South Australians. Department of Human Services...

Strong support for regional communities

WHILE the challenges of gambling harm are continuing to evolve, a number of community services are providing support tailored to those living rurally. ...

Dining Cashback boosts business’ spirits

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

Visitors, local supporting KI Oysters during ongoing algal bloom

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...

How to access business support through algal bloom

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...

More News

Bait and switch: Pipi decision backflip

Less than two weeks after the state government announced that recreationally harvested Goolwa pipis were 'safe to eat', they have now been told...

De-alcoholisation tech can help fix bushfire faults in wine

New research has found technology that removes alcohol from wine can be combined with traditional remediation techniques to mitigate smoke taint, minimising its impact...

Australia worst hit as summer gets longer and hotter: Study

Australia is being hit first and hardest as summer is getting longer and hotter, a new scientific study has proven Farmers for Climate Action chief...

Feral rabbit resources boost

Landholders impacted by the increasing threat of feral rabbits can access an updated guide to help them manage rabbit populations effectively and reduce the...

Wanting women of impact

A chance to recognise and celebrate South Australian women who are driving change and strengthening communities in now available. The South Australian Women...

Harry’s Headwear man cave a treasure trove of memorabilia

Steve Harrison is back on Kangaroo Island and with him came a whole shed full of interesting military memorabilia, perfect to check out this...

EV charging cable at Cactus Cafe for visiting EV drivers

Last week we reported on how electric vehicle drivers continue to be caught out by Kangaroo Island’s slow chargers that require you to bring...

Parndana Soldier Settlers Museum all ready for ANZAC Day

The Parndana Soldier Settlers Museum will be open with free entry immediately after the town’s ANZAC Day ceremonies on Saturday, April 25. The museum also...

More fun at Kangaroo Island’s parkrun: PHOTOS

THE Kangaroo Island parkrun every Saturday morning is seeing great numbers of runners, and walkers, participate. Easter Saturday saw about 80 runners and walkers, while the two weekends...

KI parkrun proving very popular: PHOTOS

The KI parkrun starts at 8am every Saturday just up from the Kingscote ocean pool, with runners and walkers heading to Brownlow and back...