‘Wharf Rats’ revolt over river project
A group of boat ramp dwellers known as the “Wharf Rats” has weighed into the debate about a $2 million dredging and foreshore improvement project.The group, consisting...
Disabled boy in wait for doctor
A doctor has intervened with Port Pirie hospital to seek redress for a family regarding the level of care extended to a disabled boy.The...
School’s almost back
As Year 12s in Port Pirie count down to the start of the new school year on February 1, it is important for students to...
Query on building safety
A prohibition notice has been imposed on the former Radio Rentals building, in Ellen Street.SafeWork SA said the order was “still standing” relating to access...
Drivers need to take care
Residents have been warned to expect some traffic disruption during stormwater drainage works in Florence Street.Building of a new drain underneath the street began on January 11 and...
Nyrstar raises cash
Nyrstar’s transformation of the Port Pirie smelter has been boosted by its shareholders’ decision to permit a rights offering raising up to $440 million...
Golf course now 9-hole
Golfers will play only nine holes at the Port Pirie links in summer because of the drought.The Port Pirie Golf Club decided to reduce...
War graves: It’s a work in progress
Port Pirie Regional Council has defended its record of caring for the city’s war graves despite an attack from an un-named resident.The resident took...
Potholes in car park concern city trader
Businesswoman Dianne Wait-Kennedy has challenged Port Pirie Regional Council to maintain a car park at the rear of city shops.But the council responded that...
Man who wrote Blue Suede Shoes
The King of Rockabilly, Carl Perkins, spotted a couple dancing in the front row at one of his shows.He noted that the man was...
Northern Water milestone
WHYALLA - Mullaquana has been officially selected as the preferred site for the proposed Northern Water desalination plant, a project which could bring over...
