Rare parrot sighted near Ponds
June 30, 2008
One of the world’s rarest birds, an Orange-bellied Parrot was sighted near Piccaninnie Ponds during a Department for Environment and Heritage (DEH) survey of the critically endangered species. Read more
Controversy in Mid South East
June 30, 2008
For the second time this season a Mid South East football team has had its quarter time score wiped because it has had too many players on the ground.
In round two it was Glencoe, but on Saturday Hatherleigh was penalised after Mount Burr requested a player count.
But this is not the only story to come from this match between two fierce rivals. Read more
Dance competition raises $20,000
June 30, 2008
Lynette Martin and dancing partner Brad Mann were crowned winners of the Swinging with the Stars competition on Saturday.
They were followed in second place by Katina Sims and partner Rocco Bueti with Bianca Gillin and partner Jason Coleman third. Read more
Blue Lake award entries invited
June 30, 2008
Entries in the inaugural Blue Lake Business of the year competition close at the end of this week.
Local businesses can nominate themselves to win a fantastic first prize and receive recognition in the community as environmental leaders. Read more
Victorian forest tracks to close
June 30, 2008
The Victorian Department of Sustainability and Environment (DSE) advises that it will be closing all firewood areas in state forests around Portland on Monday, July 7 to prevent damage to forest roads and tracks.
The winter closure is in place to reduce traffic through state forests during the wettest part of the year. Read more
Timber plantations expand 4.7pc
June 30, 2008
The area of Australia’s timber plantations increased by 4.7pc in 2007, according to new figures from the Bureau of Rural Sciences (BRS).
BRS executive director Dr Colin Grant said the annual Australia’s Plantations Inventory Update shows plantations now cover more than 1.90 million hectares. Read more
Mount Gambier: The place to be
June 28, 2008
Mount Gambier is becoming increasingly popular as a place for people to relocate and live.
That’s the message conveyed in the Adelaide Advertiser on Saturday, with many people saying they were attracted by the region’s secure water supply.
The report says the city council is receiving at least five calls a week from SA residents north of Bordertown who inquire about the city’s water situation. Read more
WBFL round 11 results
June 28, 2008
SENIORS
Casterton 17.10.112 d West Gambier 6.7.43
East Gambier 20.8.128 d North Gambier 14.11.95
South Gambier 11.11.77 d Millicent 10.9.69
RESERVES
Casterton 15.20.110 d West Gambier 7.6.48
East Gambier 12.19.91 d North Gambier 6.7.43
South Gambier 11.16.82 d Millicent 4.10.34
UNDER 18
Casterton 8.14.62 d West Gambier 9.4.58
Millicent 9.7.61 d South Gambier 7.13.55
Tourism chief visits Mount Gambier
June 28, 2008
The chief executive of the South Australian Tourism Commission, Andrew McEvoy (right), visited Mount Gambier this weekend.
Mr McEvoy officially opened refurbishments at the Lady Nelson Visitor and Discovery Centre. He also attended the Limestone Coast Excellence in Tourism Awards. Read more
Tourism excellence recognised
June 28, 2008
Tourism excellence on the Limestone Coast was recognised at a gala dinner in Mount Gambier on Saturday night.
More than 90 people gathered on stage at the Sir Robert Helpmann Theatre for the presentation of “excellence in tourism” awards. The winners were:
Tourist attraction/tour operator:
Tantanoola Conservation Park
Outstanding contribution by an individual:
Karyn Roberts, Generations in Jazz
Standard accommodation:
Lakeside Manor YHA, Robe
Tourist and Caravan Parks:
Lakeside Tourist Park, Robe
Cellar Doors:
The Poplars Winery
Festivals/Events:
Penola Coonawarra Arts Festival
Restaurants/cafes:
Pipers of Penola
General business:
Lady Nelson Visitor and Discovery Centre, Mount Gambier
Regional produce:
Green Farmhouse
Deluxe accommodation:
Kingston Shore Villas
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