Barossa Leader

Ladies’ Day helps wishes come true

By Clem StanleyThe Nuriootpa Netball Club hosted its Ladies’ Day on Saturday, in support of Make-A-Wish Australia, Barossa Valley Branch. Kate Nolan, Nuriootpa Netball Club Secretary, told The Leader that there were around 150 attendees, and while...

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Council News

The Concordia proposal unpacked

By Melissa SiriWith the draft Concordia Code Amendment currently out for public consultation, over the past few weeks The Leader has asked some additional questions to two local Members of Parliament, based on our observations of the proposal. The...

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A snapshot of the drought - it’s not over yet

By Clem StanleyWhile primary producers across the greater Barossa region have welcomed recent rainfall, the drier than average conditions from the start of 2025 and in previous years, mean the drought conditions are ongoingTanya Jaeger, a farmer...

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Petition against Southern Barossa project

A petition against the Southern Barossa Winery and Tourist Accommodation Project has gathered over 400 signatures in recent weeks, highlighting concern in the community about the proposed development. Petition organiser Gina McCulloch said in...

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A call for care in the water

With drowning claiming hundreds of lives throughout Australia each year, some Barossa lifeguards are calling for awareness in the water ahead of World Drowning Prevention Day on Friday, July 25, especially among parents and caregivers. Lynda De...

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Emergency Services

NOT AGAIN

The intersection of Stockwell Road and Penrice Road at Light Pass was once again lit up with the flashing lights of emergency services vehicles on Monday, following another two-vehicle collision. When attended by The Leader, a ute was seen flipped...

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Mark’s rally for a cause

When 60-year-old Mark Kroepsch of Nuriootpa was diagnosed with stage three bowel cancer in 2023, there were times during his treatment when he thought he might die. Perhaps even more frightening were the times he actually wanted to die, like one...

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Young Ram hits big milestone

Barossa Rams’ Lachlan Nys has hit an impressive milestone - reaching his 150th game for the club while still playing as a junior. Lachlan is the first junior player to reach the milestone in about 10 years, and said he was surprised when he learnt...

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Council News

Bin there, checked that

The Barossa Council is partnering with KESAB for a research project aimed at supporting a more environmentally sustainable future. With a strong focus on education, the initiative sets out to discover what might encourage residents to use the green...

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Sturt Highway petition gaining traction

By Samantha FieldA petition for improvements to the Sturt Highway has already gained around 200 signatures after being circulated at the Nuriootpa football game on the weekend. Petition organiser Jacqui Possingham said she and other organisers are...

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Cheers to a Keyneton education milestone

By Mel JaunayA special release of Henschke wine is underway, as the township of Keyneton celebrates 170 years of education in the district. Keyneton Progress Association, in conjunction with Henschke, has released a 2023 Henry’s Seven Shiraz Grenache...

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Community News

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Concordia and public transport among key issues for Hewett residents

Member for Frome Penny Pratt met with some of her potential new constituents on Thursday morning at a planned ‘Street Corner Meeting’ at Hewett Shopping Centre. Among the concerns raised to Penny by residents were the impact of the new Concordi...

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25 Jul 2025

As per PlanSA website

Nuriootpa change of useAn application has been lodged for change of use from Bulky Goods to Indoor Recreation Facility (Unit 3), located at 6-10 Railway Terrace, Nuriootpa. Public notification will be required, with a start date to be...

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McWilliam’s Excellence in Action

The winners of the prestigious Maurice O’Shea Award and the McWilliam’s Excellence in Action Award were unveiled at a special ceremony on Sunday evening at Adelaide Town Hall. Fine wine expert, historian and author of The Australian Ark Andrew...

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A call for care in the water

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Entertainment

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Entertainment

MEET YOUR LOCAL ARTIST: O’ne

How long have you been performing as a solo artist/group? When I was 12 years old, I made my first band with my best friend, after that I’ve been playing in bands and solo but since moving to Australia in 2018, I’ve been playing mostly solo. Who...

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Entertainment

ASO in Gawler: ASCEND

SATURDAY JUNE 28 Marnkutyi Parirna Theatre, Trinity College Gawler AT 7.00PM Presented by Adelaide Symphony Orchestra (ASO) and Trinity College For one night only this June, the Adelaide Symphony Orchestra will be returning to Gawler for a special...

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Local Gig Guide - July

Who’s playing around the Barossa this month?

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06 Nov 2024

Sport

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New pathway being forged for young female footballers

The SANFL has recently announced the introduction of a new Under-18s Girls competition, set to commence in 2026 and replace the existing SANFLW Development League. The competition is designed to provide a more structured and sustainable pathway for...

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Tour Down Under to pass Barossa Park

Barossa Park, Lyndoch will be on show during the Men’s Stage One of next year’s Santos Tour Down Under. Dates and race routes for the 2026 race were revealed last week, with the Barossa set to feature in the first stage of the men’s event on...

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Young Ram hits big milestone

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Photo Galleries

Nuriootpa Netball Club Ladies Day, Saturday July 19

Nuriootpa Ladies Day, Saturday July 19Photos by Allan Griffin

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Ladies’ Day helps wishes come true

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Latest round of Active Club grants

The latest round of Active Club grants were recently announced by the Office for Recreation and Sport, and Member for Schubert Ashton Hurn has been out and about across the region presenting certificates to local clubs which have received funding...

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Barossa juniors on the world stage

As the British and Irish Lions battled an invitational ANZAC XV, some of the Barossa’s future rugby stars had some of the best seats in the house. In front of a record 43,000 plus rugby crowd at Adelaide Oval, Williamstown local, 14-year-old Calum...

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Southern Argus

16 Jul 2025

Property of the Week

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Your search for something special ends here

Built in 2020 by Aspire Homes and surrounded by other high-quality residences, this exceptional property offers a lifestyle of style, space, and complete comfort. Situated on a generous 1,056m² allotment, the home is immaculately presented inside...

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Grand Family Living in Prestigious Greenwith

Set in one of the most sought-after pockets of the northeast, this luxurious four bedroom, two bathroom double-storey home, built in 2003, delivers space, elegance, and lifestyle on a generous 507m² allotment. Immaculately presented and designed...

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Solid home, fantastic renovations

Located in one of Tanunda’s best streets and featuring a wonderful renovation, this solid home is a genuine ‘more the meets the eye’ property – welcome to 22 Angas Street, Tanunda. Situated on a large 845m2 block, the home features three...

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House & Garden

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The butler’s pantry - the engine room of the kitchen

Arguably, the kitchen can be one of the busiest spots in a house. Whether you are living with a big family, or even just a couple, a kitchen is often where lives converge and cross over to prepare meals and share time together. We ask a lot of our...

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Soaring heights, bringing the outside in

Raked ceilings have long been a design feature which helps bring the outside in, and adds a feeling of spaciousness to a home’s interiors. Regardless of whether a home has an earthy, chalet style with lots of timber and texture, or lofty...

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October in the garden

What a fabulous start to spring we have had! September saw some stunning weather days - perfect for getting out in the garden. Let’s hope October brings more of the same before it warms up into what is forecast to be a hot summer. October is...

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04 Oct 2023

June in the Garden

By Kristee Semmler Now that we have entered into the winter months, we can only hope we start to see some more rain to give our gardens an overdue and much needed soaking. Even though plant growth has slowed down now due to the cooler weather, there...

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Protecting your property’s gutters

With the cold and (hopefully) wet weather on the way, now is a great time for homeowners to be thinking about their gutters. It might be a case of out of sight out of mind, but having clear gutters is important for safe and effective drainage or...

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Rural

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Farmer in Focus: Andrew and Bronwyn Taylor, Lansdown Truffles, Mount Pleasant

Tell us about your farm and your farming background. The Lansdown truffiere was planted in November 2020 by the previous owners and we moved into the property in April 2025. We do not have a farming background as such, and we initially bought the...

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A snapshot of the drought - it’s not over yet

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Renewed blueprint to guide grain sector

Grain Producers SA (GPSA) has released a draft of the updated South Australian Grain Industry Blueprint for public consultation, inviting feedback to help shape the state’s grains sector through to 2035. The 2025 to 2035 Blueprint builds on the...

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Event grants to support drought-affected communities

Event organisers and businesses in South Australia’s drought-affected regions have been invited to apply for the $400,000 Drought Relief Regional Event Fund which opened to the public yesterday. The Fund aims to provide financial support to organise...

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02 Jul 2025

Sheep producers show resilience amidst challenges

The latest Sheep Producers Intentions Survey (SPIS), conducted by Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA) and Australian Wool Innovation (AWI), reveals a significant shift in producer sentiment and flock management strategies across the nation. This shift...

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02 Jul 2025

PM Visits: “Positive gesture” but much more needed

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese toured a farm near Wasleys on Monday, announcing $2 million of additional funding for the Rural Financial Counselling Service (RFCS) providers in South Australia and Victoria, on top of $800,000 pledged last week. He...

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Farmer in Focus - Barossa Gourmet Mushrooms

Danny Starr Barossa Gourmet MushroomsWorkshop at Beckwith Park, Nuriootpa, behind First Drop Wines. Tell us about your farm and your farming background. BGM is a small-scale, gourmet/ exotic mushroom farm, that I own and operate by myself, with help...

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28 May 2025

Local Business

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Country Hearing Care assumes ownership of Barossa Valley Hearing clinic

Country Hearing Care, a provider of hearing health services in regional Australia, has officially taken over operations at the Barossa Valley Hearing Clinic at Nuriootpa. The change marks the continuation of a longstanding local service, now...

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‘Supporting the body and mind’ ProActive Exercise Physiology opens new clinic at Nuriootpa

A new purpose-built allied health facility officially opened its doors at Nuriootpa last week. ProActive Health celebrated the grand opening of its new clinic, providing Barossa residents and in particular ex-services’ veterans, a place to focus...

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16 Jul 2025

Nearly $800,000 for local workers in EFL payout

Employees of Foodland stores operated by Eudunda Farmers Ltd (EFL) at Angaston, Tanunda, Eudunda and Kapunda are set to share in $5.5 million in backpay owed to more than 500 regional supermarket workers across the state, following a settlement...

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Tasting Australia Spirit awards entries open

Entries for the eighth edition of the Tasting Australia Spirit Awards are officially open and distillers from across the country are invited to join the competition. Distillers can submit their products into 11 award categories, each offering the...

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Motoring

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Motoring

Northstar welcomes the new Alpha in hybrid utes

By Samantha FieldCarExpert’s 2025 Best Electrified Ute of the year GWM Cannon Alpha PHEV has arrived at Northstar Barossa for customers looking for an electric vehicle that still has all the grunt. It is the most powerful ute to date from GWM, which...

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08 Jul 2025

Motoring

Toyota executives visit Barossa dealership

Barossa Valley Toyota hosted executives from Toyota Motor Corporation Japan, Toyota Motor Corporation Australia, and Toyota Finance Australia on June 4. The day commenced with a tour of the dealership, where the executives engaged with Barossa Valley...

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11 Jun 2025

Motoring

Car battery replacements rise as temperatures fall

A recent morning Adelaide cold snap prompted a timely discussion of how plummeting morning temperatures can impact on vehicles, after RAA replaced 333 car batteries in one morning, more than double the daily average of 152 batteries sold. According...

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28 May 2025

Special Promotions

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Special Promotion

Surprising finds at Community Helpers

Popular op shop and bric-a-brac store Community Helpers Inc, Nuriootpa might not be the first place you think of if you’re on the hunt for a valuable or sought-after item, but with a rising antiques and collectables trade, you might soon have to...

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Special Promotion

Sparkling silver jubilee for Barossa Valet Service

By Clem StanleyCars, motorbikes, boats and SUVs are just some of the vehicles which Barossa Valet Service’s Ian Zeunert has spent time carefully cleaning, detailing and safeguarding across the past 25 years in business. Now in an anniversary year...

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Special Promotion

A dream within Reach: Swan Reach Hotel Refurbishment

Offering panoramic views over the Murray River and a sleek and contemporary fit out, the freestanding units adjoining the Swan Reach Hotel are full of pleasant surprises. For one, the comfortable, self-contained units have home-away-from-home...

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Photo Galleries

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Photo Galleries

Nuriootpa Netball Club Ladies Day, Saturday July 19

Nuriootpa Ladies Day, Saturday July 19Photos by Allan Griffin

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Barossa Farmers’ Market

The sun was out on Saturday for Barossa Farmers’ Market, with the school holidays drawing both locals and those from Adelaide and interstate to sample the fresh fare

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Leader Newspaper

16 Jul 2025

Melodienacht, May 31

Saturday, May 31 saw approximately 700 people attend Melodienacht at Tanunda Show Hall

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Mel Siri

11 Jun 2025

Photo Gallery

Barossa Vintage Festival

2025 Barossa Vintage Festival Parade

The 2025 Barossa Vintage Festival Parade was a great success with 60 wonderful floats involved on the day,.

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