And now, landmark project set to rise
Initial work has been finished at Memorial Oval, paving the way for the rise of Port Pirie’s multi-million-dollar sport hub.Project manager with Port Pirie Regional...
$1200 for two hours’ work in committee
A $600-an-hour payment by Port Pirie Regional Council to a local government consultant has been described as “crazy”.Deputy Mayor Cr Leon Stephens levelled the...
Heart of gold
As Aidan Norton’s iconic Ned Kelly-like beard fell gracefully to the Portside Hotel floor on Friday night, the boldness of his action spoke volumes about his...
suffer the evenue competing for Superheist
Local band suffer the evenue is one of three South Australian finalists competing for an opening support slot for Australian Nu-metal giants Superheist.The band consists of local...
Dodgy roles come under the spotlight
Councillors have re-affirmed their policy regarding “whistleblowers” – individuals who can reveal allegations about official conduct.The Whistleblower Protection Policy was reviewed by Port Pirie Regional...
Business owner seeks council rate answers
As Cafe Delizioso owner Karen Tattoli sat inside her city shop last Monday afternoon, the stresses of business were hard to hide.“It has been...
Revamped council offices on back-burner
Plans have been developed for a revamped Port Pirie Regional Council administration centre, but costs have got in the way.This picture emerged at the latest...
Rusty poles worry councillor
A councillor has criticised the transport department regarding rusty light poles in Three Chain Road, Solomontown.Cr Dino Gadaleta told the latest council meeting that the...
Lifeblood of local services
“There is no way we could do what we do without our volunteers.”Australian Red Cross Port Pirie branch Volunteer Engagement Officer Claire Magliulo could not...
Hard line on rates dispute
A ratepayer has failed in a bid to overturn Port Pirie Regional Council’s rates policy.The ratepayer had a list of grievances about incomplete council...
Jetty campaign launched, with Port Germein still shut
Significant damage sustained during stormy weather last year has kept a Mid North icon closed for the last 11 months with its home town...
