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Farmers urged to use their voices at Gawler drought forum

By Matt WebsterThe two-day 2025 National Drought Forum opened in Gawler on Monday with Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, Senator Anthony Chisholm, acknowledging the “incredibly tough” 18 months faced by communities across South...

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Stockwell’s hope to memorialise WWII service

By Matt WebsterThe Stockwell Community Association and the Nuriootpa RSL recently began working together to identify and honour locals who served in World War II, with plans underway for a new memorial in the town park. In a meeting attended by The...

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Freeling Football Club fundraising success

By Matt WebsterThe Leader was present to capture the moment when Freeling Football Club president Damien Amery and Steve Ahrens of Lyndoch Motors officially handed Andrew Aubert of Gawler East the keys to his new Mitsubishi Triton last Friday, as...

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Education

Ping pong-athon

Tanunda Primary School and Faith Lutheran College pastoral care worker and chaplain Joel Schiller recently participated in a 24 hour ‘ping pong-a-thon’ to support charities involved with ending modern day slavery. Joel, who resides in Golden...

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Local Events

‘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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Local Events

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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