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‘Puss in Boots’ set to delight at Williamstown

Every Tuesday morning, the Williamstown Amateur players gather at the Williamstown and Community RSL Hall to rehearse and prepare. From writing scripts to sewing costumes, every element of the show is a collaborative effort, with long time member...

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A Thing of Beauty: Tscharke Wines takes out top prize

By Matt Webster Tscharke Wines has taken home two of the top awards at this year’s Marananga Wine Show, with its 2024 ‘A Thing of Beauty’ Grenache winning Best Wine of Show and Best Grenache. Speaking to The Leader about taking home the...

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Pepper takes part in the ‘plunge’

Light Regional Council’s Community Services Manager Pepper Mickan faced her fears last Saturday when she abseiled 70 metres down the side of the Intercontinental Hotel in Adelaide in the name of supporting children and families in need. Pepper...

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Elli Beer launches Barossa Gin Lab at former Marananga school

By Matt WebsterMarananga got a first glimpse of the new Barossa Gin Lab on Friday night, as Elli Beer celebrated a pre-opening event at the beautifully renovated former Marananga school. Family, friends and supporters gathered to see the...

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40 years of service celebrated at the Vine Inn

By Matt WebsterLast Tuesday, Kathy Marschall celebrated 40 years of service at the Vine Inn Community Hotel, Nuriootpa. Kathy began working at the Vine Inn back in 1985, stepping behind the bar at a time when counter meals were only just being...

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Michelle’s plea for the return of missing ring

By Matt WebsterA wedding ring is much more than a piece of jewellery, it’s a symbol of commitment and the bond between two people. Michelle Pentland, of Nuriootpa, is appealing to the community to help her find her lost wedding ring, given to her by...

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Freeling RSL to establish new home at Institute

After nearly two years of planning and discussions, the Freeling RSL has officially been given permission to operate from the Freeling Institute, providing a permanent and visible home in the community. Speaking to The Leader, Freeling RSL President...

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Pine trees removed at St John’s Cemetery

Pine trees at St John’s Cemetery at Tanunda were removed last week after arborists advised they had reached the end of their lifespan. The stand of trees was planted in 1966, replacing an earlier plantation that had been cut for timber. Speaking to...

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Sally Burley debuts ‘Last Spring’ SALA event at Tomfoolery Wines

By Matt WebsterEmerging South Australian artist Sally Burley launched her debut exhibition opening event at Tomfoolery Wines, Stockwell on Friday evening. Approximately 40 attendees gathered at the cellar door to view seventeen of her paintings that...

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20 Aug 2025

Frustrated by the dangerous state of Eden Valley Road

By Matt WebsterEden Valley Road has long been a source of frustration and concern for local road users, with multiple residents reporting ongoing vehicle damage and safety risks over the past few years. Despite the road being resurfaced in 2022...

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20 Aug 2025

Honouring service and sacrifice

The Nuriootpa RSL hosted a solemn commemoration on Vietnam Veterans’ Day on Monday. The day commemorates the Battle of Long Tan and is held each year as a tribute to the more than 60,000 Australians who served during the Vietnam War, including the...

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20 Aug 2025

Volunteers get their hands dirty on National Tree Day

By Matt WebsterCommunity spirit was in full bloom at Barossa Bushgardens on Thursday as volunteers, young and old, gathered to plant 500 native grasses for National Tree Day. Among them was Cheryl Goddard, who brought her two daughters, Samantha and...

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