South Australia’s chances of being Space HQ will “sky-rocket” when a rocket launcher that sends satellites into space is built on the Eyre Peninsula, Premier Steven Marshall says. The dedicated launch site at Whalers Way, near Port Lincoln, will be called the Whalers Way Orbital Launch Complex. Construction is expected to begin next year.  Mr […]

The Mining and Resources Industry Land Access Dispute Resolution Code was released on 29 November, 2018.   The Code is based on existing industry codes (motor vehicle, newsagency, farming, franchising and building and construction industry codes) managed by the Small Business Commissioner and will provide the Commissioner with the power to bring opposing parties to the […]

During Minister Whetstone’s Regional Budget Address in Whyalla, a number of issues were raised for follow-up after the event. What are the next steps and what public consultation will be undertaken for the new $100 million Whyalla public high school? The Government of South Australia will fund a new $100 million secondary school in Whyalla […]

Registrations are now open for residents of Kimba and Wudinna who wish to participate in an agricultural machinery night travel trial.  The District Council of Kimba and Wudinna District Council are looking to carry out a night trial for agricultural vehicles and combinations up to 6.1m wide in collaboration with the Department of Planning, Transport and […]

A community meeting was held in Arno Bay on Saturday 17 November to discuss drought conditions.  Hon Tim Whetstone, Minister for Primary Industries and Regional Development, and Member for Flinders Peter Treloar met with local residents at the Arno Bay Hotel to talk about the impact of the drought on communities, as well as provide […]

The Eyre Peninsula is set to receive 3 new telecommunications towers by March 2019! Optus has announced an investment of a further $23.6 million into its South Australian network, on top of the $45 million it has already spent on towers throughout the state in the last 12 months. By the end of March 2019 […]

November has brought some good news for rural and regional Australians on NBN Co’s Sky Muster satellite service.  NBN Co has announced its plans to no longer count the use of essential internet services (including email, general web browsing and critical software updates) towards monthly data allowances with the new Sky Muster Plus product, which […]

Southern Cross University (SCU) recently conducted a study of migrant business ownership and entrepreneurship in regional Australia. Through the Regional Australia Institute’s (RAI) Regional Research Connections Initiative, the university completed the study to learn more about migrant business owners and their contribution to creating new jobs in the country’s regions. SCU’s study states that of […]

On Friday November 9 at the Adelaide Convention Centre, more than 750 tourism industry representatives attended the 2018 South Australian Tourism Awards. Tourism’s Night of Nights recognises businesses who have demonstrated great success and who set the benchmarks for best business practice. Port Lincoln’s Calypso Star Charters won big, taking home the RAA People’s Choice Tourism […]

A new state award has been announced to celebrate the important role of agriculture in regional communities – the South Australian Ag Town of the Year Award.  The award was launched on National Agriculture Day 2018 by Minister for Primary Industries and Regional Development Tim Whetstone, and will recognise towns embracing all aspects of primary […]

Do you have an idea for a community celebration or a BBQ but your group just needs funding to enable this? Are you, or do you know of people in your community who are: ✓   feeling the effects of the drought ✓   feeling isolated ✓   not coming to events because they can’t afford the ticket […]

With fireworks, food stalls and live music, the Streaky Bay foreshore comes alive on New Years Eve.  The children’s entertainment begins at 6pm offering 3 free bouncy castles and face painting for a gold coin donation. The food and refreshments will be supplied by the following local community groups: BBQ sausage sizzle by the Streaky […]

The Lucky Bay Shack Owner’s Association are celebrating 100 years since the first shack was built. Keep the date free for this special event. Memorabilia of Lucky Bay in the hall all day, and display of swim wear throughout the ages Kids events including egg and spoon races, 3 legged races, sand castle competition, casting […]

The Ceduna Cup is a day filled with fun, fashion, fine food, great country racing and plenty of enjoyment for all.

The Eyre Peninsula Community Foundation is accepting donations for a Back to School Voucher matched funding opportunity. The EPCF has an unexpected opportunity to take up $2,000 in matched funding for Back-To-School vouchers for 2019. They would like to direct the $4,000 in extra vouchers to schools in the drought-affected areas of Eyre Peninsula. The […]