Society gears up for more
PORT AUGUSTA - The Port Augusta Model Engineers Society is gearing up for another great year in 2026.
Coming off the back of a...
Fishing restrictions eased
REGION - Temporary fishing restrictions affecting recreational and charter boat fishers in the Spencer Gulf have been partially eased, following the latest scientific review...
Funds to help with disaster preparedness
REGION - South Australia will receive more than $10 million in federal funding to support seven projects aimed at strengthening community preparedness for natural...
Year that was in Augusta – August
AUGUST
07/08/2025: A new chapter in regional education and employment begun with the official opening of the purpose-built Port Augusta Technical College.
14/08/2025: State Human Services...
Cost of living key for youth
WHYALLA - Young people in Whyalla have identified cost-of-living pressures, mental health concerns and uncertainty about the future as key issues affecting their lives,...
Travel games to keep kids entertained
School holidays often mean a great long weekend of fun at a destination of choice, but getting there can be a battle when it...
Year that was in Augusta – July
JULY
03/07/2025: The Port Augusta City Council hosted an Elders Morning Tea as part of NAIDOC Week to celebrate First Nations Elders in the community...
Heatwave risks on rise
REGION - While summer is the most enjoyable time of the year for many, South Australians are also being urged to stay safe during...
Year that was in Augusta – June
JUNE
05/06/2025: The Local Government Association of South Australia delivered funds for the Port Augusta City Council to begin planning its Coastal Hazards Adaptation Planning...
Boost for nature tourism
REGION - More than $600,000 in funding is set to deliver a major boost to South Australia’s nature-based tourism sector, with round four of...
What’s this?
In last week's edition of ‘what’s this?’ we asked readers to identify a unique piece of technology on display at the Homestead Museum.
The...
