Near-miss at George’s corner
A lucky driver avoided injury after a near-miss at George’s Corner on Monday.The incident involved a Mitsubishi ute that was towing a excavator, heading north...
Nosey: From the 1958 files
Golden Fleece Service Station opens on corner of Balmoral and Senate Roads by David Bottrall.***Pirie Blocks School with 40 students closed. Students move into...
Melva’s marathon extends to 102
When Melva McCormick was born on May 5, 1914, Australia was a different place. The currency was the Australian Pound, the automobile was a rare sight and...
Outrage over rape of student
A former St Mark’s College principal was found guilty of raping a student at a boarding school outside Melbourne.Michael Aulsebrook, 60, was convicted by a County...
Port Pirie left in the dark over rec fishing changes
The Shadow Minister for Recreation and Sport and keen fisherman was in disbelief at key elements absent in the state government’s review of recreational fishing.“What's...
Nosey: From the 1975 files
Local soccer team walks off the field before half-time claiming the referee, Pierre Hellmanns, had lost control of the match against Virtus. Players from...
Station opens for milestone
The Port Pirie Metropolitan Fire Service opened its doors to the public to celebrate its 125th anniversary.A fire brigade has been operating in Port Pirie,...
Closure fears for bazaar
In troubling times, a constant problem is emerging for the Port Pirie Vintage Bazaar, according to manager Kim Bishop.“I thought that there was another...
Council wins asset award
Port Pirie Regional Council has proven itself to be a leader in asset management following a state award win. Council’s assets team was recognised at...
Goannas and Pirie Devils tie
The Port Augusta Goannas and Port Pirie Devils played an exciting clash last weekend at ETSA Oval and in the end tied the game...
Looking for a sea change?
REGION - The Spencer Gulf Cities (SGC) Common Purpose Group has unveiled a new-look campaign aimed at promoting the region as an idyllic option...
