Old farmers at new yards
The two old farmers, standing in fine dust beside the shiny rails of new sheep pens, were clearly impressed.In front of them stretched 9000 sheep...
New recruits join Pirie MFS station
Two new Metropolitan Fire Service firefighter recruits have been posted to the Port Pirie station following their graduation in Adelaide last month. Chris Edmonds and Jesse...
Solar power for ‘battlers’
In a bid to ease power costs for “battlers” in the community, Port Pirie Regional Council has unveiled a scheme offering $19-a-week solar systems.The...
KIDtober celebrating our local children
Port Pirie Regional Council is proud to partner with local education, family and children’s agencies to create a month all about our youngest residents.KIDtober has...
Nosey Parker: From the 1979 archives
Basil Allchurch, Port Pirie rifle man, was selected in a 16-man squad to represent Australia vs New Zealand in Melbourne. He was part of...
Bursting with colours
Each year, St Mark’s College hold a community inclusive event with a focus on giving back to Port Pirie organisations. In previous years, the college...
Update: unexplained death in Risdon park
A 65-year-old woman’s body was found inside a Penrose Street home in Risdon Park on Monday evening. Upon the request of local police, Major Crime Detectives...
Join in on McHappy Day celebrations
McHappy Day will return to Port Pirie on Saturday, October 14, and Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) is calling on community groups to show their support by forming...
‘Big fish’ in town for 50th celebrations
In a gesture of goodwill and fellowship, the fruits of the sea will be offered to more than 70 visiting service club members in...
Free mobile laundry service for homeless
Orange Sky Laundry is bringing its mobile washing services to Port Pirie. The highly-acclaimed free laundry service for the homeless, which first started in Queensland,...
Beyond Blue is here for you this holiday season
The festive season can be a joyous time for many people, as they take a well-earned break from work and school and spend time...
