Federal support
BOTH sides of federal politics threw their support behind building solar thermal in Port Augusta at the National Press Club environment debate recently. Federal Environment Minister Greg...
Looking Back at The Trans’ | GALLERY
Every Wednesday evening we’ll be having a look back at the faces to have appeared in The Transcontinental over the past 50 years.Weddings, birthdays, sport, social...
Red Shield Appeal opens doors
Life can be ticking along nicely, but before you know it, everything can be turned upside down. That’s when you need help. Port Augusta’s Salvation...
People’s Poems – The Bearded Dragon
The Bearded Dragon, by Malcolm SimesI am a Bearded Dragon and Drago is my name The tourists from the city they don’t know that I...
Planet Rhythm rocks
It’s said music can cross borders and cut through time. Planet Rhythm took ancient musical instruments from Australia and around the world and put smiles...
Maralinga story told
YALATA musicians and singers launched a new ‘Maralinga Song’ over the weekend after recording the tune in Port Augusta recently.The song was originally written...
Caritas College turns 145 in style
CARITAS College has gone from a tiny shed near the Port Augusta waterfront with 56 students to a magnificent modern facility on Woodforde Street with...
Far north man charged with aggravated assault
POLICE arrested a man for aggravated assault following a domestic disturbance at Port Augusta this morning.Just after 3am police and paramedics were called at...
Matt Carcich: Footy, food and listening
Growing up in Adelaide I’ve always thought about life in the country – what are the pros? What are the cons?What I’ve found out is...
Walking to school need not be a passing fad
IT might be one small walk for a Willsden Primary School student, but it may be one giant leap for the health of Port Augusta youngsters.About...
Ready to cook up a storm
The Port Augusta Salvation Army has been running its Cooking Groups Program for the past six years, providing a welcoming space for the community...
