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Kath’s fond farewell from Cambrai Primary School

After 28 years of service to Cambrai Primary School and Preschool, Kath Hogan retired on August 8. ‘Ms Kath’, as she is known to the students, began working at Cambrai Area School in 1997 for four hours per week in the kindy. As the number of...

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Kaffee und Kuchen: Solving problems, clearing mysteries

What do you do when about to enter the German Autobahn, you hear a crash, a loud scraping, and your hire car grinds to a halt?At the last meeting of the German speaking group the guest speaker was John Strehlow. An author, playwright and highly...

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President’s message: New highlights and old favourites

By Braden TurnerPresident, Gawler ShowWelcome to the 2025 Gawler Show!It’s my absolute pleasure to once again throw open the gates for what promises to be another fantastic weekend. In 2024, we welcomed around 27,000 attendees and saw over 2,000...

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The best of both worlds over a weekend of fun

Gawler Show is one of the larger shows for a regional area, offering many of the attractions of a city event without losing any of the traditional elements of what makes a country show great. For thrill seekers the rides and the games are often...

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When the cure for grief is to grieve: Bereavement advice

Clayton Scott is an Australian Funeral Director Association awarded Master Funeral Director, who has been caring and serving families from the age of 16, commencing his funeral career in 1978. He also undertook studies achieving diplomas in Embalming...

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What is a ‘Next of Kin’- and can it be someone other than family?

By Charlotte ViergeverMellor Olsson LawyersWills and Estate PlanningNuriootpaThe term ‘next of kin’ is commonly used in hospitals, aged care, and legal settings – but many people misunderstand what it actually means, and the role it plays in...

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Providing a Tribute

Have you ever wondered how Tributes are published?At The Leader, we sometimes work with families on editorial Tributes or Obituaries for their loved ones after the funeral, especially if their loss is being felt by the wider community due to their...

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Preparing students for the future

In the heart of the Barossa, Faith Lutheran College has been a place where generations of young people have grown, learned and thrived. Faith is intentionally designed to be a community where each student is known, valued and inspired to reach their...

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Barossa student grows skills and connection at local university campus

Charmien Wilkinson is preparing to combine her skills and knowledge as a chef with a whole new role, preparing for a career in education, as a teacher majoring in home economics. Having returned to study after time in the workforce, Charmien is...

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Civics in the city

Students from six regional primary schools, including Truro, Springton, Keyneton, Light Pass, Cambrai and Palmer took their learning beyond the classroom walls recently with a special visit to Parliament House as part of the Civics in the City...

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Sport

Archers Brave Blustery Conditions at 2025 Archery SA Clout Competition in Kapunda

The historic town of Kapunda played host to the 2025 Archery SA State Clout Competition over the weekend, drawing 43 dedicated archers from across South Australia to compete in one of the sport’s most challenging formats. Hosted by the Light...

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