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New artwork on Penneshaw ferry terminal precedes new boats

The new Indigenous artwork at the Penneshaw ferry terminal fits in with the colours and themes of the two new SeaLink ferries about to...

Extra support needed for Yumbah workers, aquaculture sector: Sharkie

Federal member Rebekha Sharkie is calling for the state government to offer additional financial support for aquaculture workers losing their jobs due to the...

Historic day a success at Nat and Betty Thomas homestead

The open day at the Thomas homestead at Antechamber Bay organised by the Gilfillan family on March 14 was a success. Andy Gillfillan said about...

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Sport

Wisanger Seniors win KI cricket shield for 2025/2026

The A Grade Grand Final on Saturday was a tense affair between the two top finishing teams in Wisanger and Western Districts, it was...

Razorbacks, Panthers win KI cricket grand finals

Hog Bay Razorbacks and Wisanger Panthers have claimed the junior and senior Kangaroo Island Cricket Association premierships respectively on a perfect day for cricket...

American River gets its three-peat, winning 2025/2026 KI tennis grand final

Perfect conditions greeted the two grand finalists on Saturday at Stokes Bay, American River looking to make it three in a row, while Western...

Birchmore Bowling Club wins all three KI pennants

Congratulations to Birchmore Grey on its great win in Open Pennant Grand Final on Saturday, so that's three out of three for Birchmore in...

Preliminary final action for Kangaroo Island basketball: PHOTOS

Skye Baker chasing down the ball from Parndana’s Kelly Fogden in the Masters Women in the prelim finals on Wednesday, March 11 at...

Preliminary finals cricket action at Kingscote: PHOTOS

Here are our photos of the senior and junior preliminary finals of the Kangaroo Island Cricket Association played at Kingscote on Saturday. In the...

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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...

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‘Rollz’ reflects on one year of algal bloom

On February 15, 2025, Anthony Rowland was surfing at Waitpinga Beach when he started having coughing fits. When he returned to the car park, and...

Fleurieu businesses score national tourism awards

Fleurieu Peninsula businesses Spirit Australia Cruises and Old Coach Road Estate are celebrating national success after collecting medals at the 2025 Australian Tourism Awards...

New focus, more big plans at KI Caravan Park Kingscote

The new owners of the Kangaroo Island Caravan Park at Kingscote have accomplished much in just 18 months. And Ros and Steve Brennan have even...

Rural Aid releases survey on how Australian farmers are navigating mental health

Australia’s leading farmer support charity has released a survey offering a candid snapshot of how Australian farmers are navigating mental health, uncertainty and the...

Man fined over Normanville three-car crash

A man from the Riverland has been fined for failing to give way after a three-car crash at Normanville on Saturday, March 14. Emergency services...

Please respect regional communities during elections

If your election “information” can’t reach a town, it can’t serve a democracy. The Electoral Commission’s main public information spend this election has been channelled...

Artwork by emerging Ngarrindjeri artist Aislin Aspel unveiled at Penneshaw ferry terminal

SeaLink South Australia on Friday unveiled a newly commissioned artwork at the Penneshaw Ferry Terminal on Kangaroo Island, created by emerging Ngarrindjeri artist Aislin...

SA grain producers say panic buying could disrupt diesel supply needed for seeding

Nearly half of South Australian grain producers are concerned panic buying could disrupt diesel supply needed for seeding, according to a new Grain Producers...

Aldinga Beach man charged after fleeing single-vehicle crash

An Aldinga Beach man has been arrested after allegedly crashing a four-wheel-drive then fleeing the scene and hiding in a front yard of a...

Alert but not alarmed: Resident survey highlights shifting tourism views

Results from Kangaroo Island’s latest resident survey have highlighted emerging concerns about tourism, with several key indicators trending downward despite continued recognition of the...