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Tony
Robinson

Dr. Gransbury may be retired but he’s still caring for his community

Dr. Bill Gransbury served for 33 years as a practicing GP at Angaston Medical Centre, retiring in 2019. However, he hasn’t rushed into an easy life of retirement, preferring to be as active as ever, caring for his community. Dr. Gransbury...

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Tony Robinson

10 Sep 2025

Community News

Grand Opening of Ray White Nuriootpa

By Tony RobinsonGuests passed through a large semi circle of yellow and white balloons as they entered the brightly lit and newly refurnished premises of Ray White Nuriootpa when the business held a Grand Opening on Sunday. With a jumping castle...

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The Leader

03 Sep 2025

Community News

Zion Church opens for community prayer

Zion Lutheran Church, Angaston, will be opening to the community for prayer once a week, commencing from this Friday, 10.00am. to 12.00pm. The Angaston Prayer Group from Zion Lutheran Church, with support of Pastor Rob Borgas and the Pastoral Care...

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Tony Robinson

03 Sep 2025

Community News

Reilly’s II Greenock host Barossa Circle

Around 60 people enjoyed a Barossa Circle event, as a refreshed take on the old Cellar Circle at Reilly’s II Greenock last Thursday night. Special guest appearances included Barossa Red Vintage Tours, The Barossa Co-op on the food front and...

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Tony Robinson

20 Aug 2025

Community News

Henschke a new home for ‘Chloe’

By Tony Robinson The prominent life-like sculpture of a woman that has graced the front garden entrance to Televin Studios, 74 Murray Street, Tanunda, for many years, now has a new home at the entrance to Henschke cellar door at Keyneton. The...

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Tony Robinson

02 Jul 2025

Community News

Tanunda Digger calls for increase in defence funding

By Tony RobinsonWith a 40 year career in logistics in the Australian Army, Major Dave Babbage (Ret.), president of Tanunda RSL, has told The Leader that he believes the Australian Government need to lift their national budget in defence spending...

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Tony Robinson

25 Jun 2025

Community News

Pleasing year for Barossa Valley Lions

By Tony RobinsonThe Lions Club of Barossa Valley has donated over $17,500 by supporting local causes as well as meeting their International and Australian Lions requirements said Ray Brussow, Lions president, at the 57th Annual Handover Dinner held...

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Tony Robinson

25 Jun 2025

Community News

Mould discovered in Angaston Show office

By Tony RobinsonThe Barossa Council has advised Angaston Show Society that the existing show office will not be able to be used because mould has been discovered in the office. The show office will be closed until September, reported Chris Linke...

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Tony Robinson

18 Jun 2025

Community News

A love for flying led Steve to Rotary

Much like every other service club in the Barossa Valley, the Rotary Club of Barossa Valley is on the hunt for new members according to Steve Ahrens, club president. By day Steve Ahrens is General Manager of Lyndoch Motors, where he enjoys selling...

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Tony Robinson

11 Jun 2025

Community News

About 50 households seeking food relief

Between 45 and 50 households are now seeking regular weekly food relief in the Kapunda area said Mr Allan Fahlbusch, Chair of Light Country Community Centre Inc. when he spoke at a Thank You and Information Evening held at Kapunda Institute last...

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Tony Robinson

14 May 2025

Community News

Governor launched new association

The Governor of South Australia, Her Excellency the Hon. Frances Adamson AC officially launched the new South Australian Country Fire Service Australian Fire Service Medal Association Inc. at the Vine Inn Barossa Community Hotel, Nuriootpa on...

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Tony Robinson

07 May 2025

Community News

85th Birthday Bash for John Semmler

By Tony RobinsonFriends and family enjoyed food, drinks and fellowship when John Semmler celebrated his 85th Birthday Bash held at his Nuriootpa home on Sunday. Longevity certainly runs in the family as he said his mother lived to 97. When asked if...

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Tony Robinson

07 May 2025

Community News

Doddridge family led a frugal life

By Tony RobinsonYears ago when the Doddridge Blacksmith Shop in Angaston was in full operation, times were tough in business as the family led a frugal life while concentrating on building things to last. This summed up the Angaston Heritage new...

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Tony Robinson

09 Apr 2025