Farewell, Niffy, the ‘flag man’
Niffy Robinson has raised one last flag – his own and it has disappeared to the heavens.Niffy, 79, lost his battle with Parkinson’s disease in...
$70 in a brown envelope: Nuclear research
Residents have been paid $70 each in a brown envelope for taking part in market research in Port Pirie on the nuclear industry.The results...
Learning to live and breathe easier
As Andrew Hern pulled away on the rowing machine in the gym of the Port Pirie GP-Plus Health Care Clinic recently, the immediate benefits...
Brock raises questions on sport hub
Geoff Brock has quizzed both the Mayor and council chief executive officer about aspects of the planned multi-million-dollar sport hub.The independent Frome MP and cabinet...
Brock funding ‘on the ball’
Junior players are keeping up with the latest trends in international hockey, thanks to a new ball-throwing machine paid for by a Geoff Brock...
Young gun wants to be fire-fighter
Alex Giles, 15, has a burning ambition – he wants to become a full-time fire-fighter.The junior member of the Country Fire Service brigade at Napperby...
Great day at Bonanza Draw
A big crowd was in good spirits at the Solomontown Football Club on Sunday for the Bonanza Draw.Ticket-holders who paid $50 to enter the...
Brock makes Pichi ‘Richer’
The iconic Pichi Richi Railway in the Flinders Ranges is set to be upgraded under a $150,000 State Government grant. Bridges will be repaired, sleepers...
School of the senses
Parents and teachers are sensing a new beginning for some very special students, thanks to the Rotary Club of Port Pirie.The club and Mid...















