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Crossing and bike path proposed for Light Pass

The addition of more bike paths and a pedestrian crossing for young children are on the agenda for Light Pass Primary School as it works to further improve student safety. An initiative driven by Elizabeth Hoyt, the proposal for additional...

Gretel Mead
17 Apr 2024
Health

Barossa Hospital reaches another milestone

Member for Schubert, Mrs Ashton Hurn has reported that another “milestone” has been reached towards progress for a new Barossa Hospital, with Infrastructure SA indicating to her that the Full Business Case assurance report is being finalised...

The Leader
17 Apr 2024
Community News

Apprentice chef starts work thanks to hospitality helpers

This week, one Barossa teenager is embarking on a new phase of life by starting an apprenticeship in the kitchen at Hentley Farm, thanks largely to a free training and immersion program. Seth McKay, 16, of Angaston, said that had he not taken part...

Clem Stanley
17 Apr 2024
Community News

Angel Gowns marks 10 years

When a retired South Australian seamstress realised she still “needed to sew”, she decided to volunteer her skills to make ‘Angel Gowns’ for families grieving the devastating loss of a baby. Carefully re-purposing donated wedding dresses to...

Mel Siri
17 Apr 2024
Community News

Anti-Gather Round sentiment builds

The news of Barossa securing Gather Round for 2025 has been met with a mixed reaction this week, with some locals expressing concern over unexpected financial expenditure by both The Barossa Council and the State Government. Speaking to The Leader...

Gretel Mead
17 Apr 2024
Health

Barossa ostomates face ‘dire situation’

The need for a designated stomal therapy nurse for the Barossa Valley has become dire, according to Barb Alexander, the founder of the Barossa Ostomy Support Group. Following an article published in The Leader in August 2023 which detailed the need...

Gretel Mead
17 Apr 2024
Community News

Stockwell Silo-enced: Community concerns at Stockwell

Community hopes for a silo art mural at Stockwell have been reduced to rubble, following confirmation that the silos are set to be demolished by site owner, Viterra in the coming months. Last week, residents who neighbour the silos at Stockwell were...

Clem Stanley
17 Apr 2024
Council News

Rates pain for Mid Murray without change

Mid Murray Council ratepayers could be facing an 8.18 per cent rate increase in 2024/25, if serious savings are not imminently found within Council operations, says Mayor Simone Bailey. The proposed rate hike, which would support operations to...

Mel Jaunay
17 Apr 2024
Community News

Bringing them home

He may be softly spoken and of humble demeanour, but Anthony McLean is a man of passion and conviction when it comes to honouring those who served in the World Wars, whether they indeed made the ‘ultimate sacrifice’, or came home, ever to carry...

Mel Jaunay
17 Apr 2024
Community News

ANZAC Day: Veteran Support Centre plans

Ahead of ANZAC Day next Thursday, Nuriootpa RSL President, Graeme Gibney and Vice President David Rowe, sat down with The Leader to discuss the need for improved veteran support and ideally to open a Veteran Support Centre in the Barossa Valley...

Gretel Mead
17 Apr 2024
Sport

In the SpotLight: Women’s football continues to grow

Three years ago, when women AFL players from Kapunda, Freeling and surrounding areas, combined to create the Light Football Club, they didn’t have all age groups represented. Now, in a few short years, Light has multiple age groups represented as...

Mel Siri
17 Apr 2024
Community News

Polly Waffle returns!

Excitement built around South Australia this week as Menz officially announced that the Polly Waffle would return to shelves in bit-sized form. After being discontinued by Nestle in 2009 and sold to Menz in 2019, the “deliciously soft marshmallow...

Gretel Mead
12 Apr 2024
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The piper, the donor and a lasting legacy

Love them or hate them, there’s nothing quite like the sound of bagpipes, and as the country awakens to ANZAC Day services tomorrow, no doubt there will be many a piper heralding the dawn in the spirit of remembrance. Peter Whitehead is one of...

Gretel Mead
19 Apr 2024
Community News

Bringing them home

He may be softly spoken and of humble demeanour, but Anthony McLean is a man of passion and conviction when it comes to honouring those who served in the World Wars, whether they indeed made the ‘ultimate sacrifice’, or came home, ever to carry...

Mel Jaunay
17 Apr 2024
Community News

Ageing Well at Tanunda

The iconic Meals on Wheels turns 70 in 2024 and the tradition of providing nourishing food for seniors in the community was in full view on Thursday afternoon, when the organisation held a drop in afternoon at the CWA Hall at Tanunda. Featuring...

The Leader
17 Apr 2024
Community News

‘Linke’s Intersection’ tabled in Parliament by Hurn

Last Thursday, Member for Schubert, Mrs Ashton Hurn MP discussed road safety issues at the notorious Moppa Road South, Samuel Road and Greenock Road intersection during Grievance Debate in the House of Assembly. In her address, Mrs Hurn spoke at...

The Leader
17 Apr 2024
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Up close and personal with Australia’s wildlife

Kapunda Library hosted two sessions with Animals Anonymous on Friday, allowing children to see and hold some of Australia’s iconic animals. There were snakes, goannas, possums and crocodiles that were showcased by Animals Anonymous, who educated...

Jeremy Nash
11 Oct 2023
Community News

Eve celebrates her special birthday at A Night of Music

It’s not very often that 462 people sing Happy Birthday to you but that is exactly what happened for Eve Herring, of Greenock who celebrated her special 18th Birthday with friends and family together with a special cake and sparklers presented by...

Tony Robinson
20 Sep 2023
Community News

Mount Pleasant heats up with Caravan Park launch

The Barossa Council Mayor Bim Lange spoke at the official opening of Mount Pleasant Caravan Park last Saturday, after a $2.4 million investment from The Barossa Council and the State Government. Mayor Lange shared with attendees on the day, “Many...

The Leader
16 Aug 2023
Sport

Rams Farewell Lyndoch in fine form

As the Barossa Rams Rugby Club reflected on their 18 years calling Lyndoch Oval home, in their final fixture at the ground before moving into shiny new facilities in Tanunda next year, the current Senior sides turned on two clinics, scoring...

The Leader
16 Aug 2023
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Season Launch of the BLGA, Wednesday, April 3

Season Launch of the BLGA, Wednesday, April 3

The Leader
17 Apr 2024
Sport

In the SpotLight: Women’s football continues to grow

Three years ago, when women AFL players from Kapunda, Freeling and surrounding areas, combined to create the Light Football Club, they didn’t have all age groups represented. Now, in a few short years, Light has multiple age groups represented as...

Mel Siri
17 Apr 2024
Sport

Barossa’s Gold Coast-bound swim team

Earlier this month members, families and supporters of the Barossa Swimming Club came together to acknowledge and recognise seven swimmers from its team who qualified to swim at the current Australian Age and MC Championships being held on the Gold...

The Leader
10 Apr 2024
Sport

Barossa Shines at SA State Long Course Championships

A team of 22 swimmers from Barossa Swimming Club made a splash at the South Australian State Long Course Championships last month, bringing home an impressive haul of 21 medals. The youngest of the team, 11-year-old Filippo Carboni, secured a S...

The Leader
03 Apr 2024
Sport

Bowls season finishes evergreen

Barossa and Light Bowling Association saw its final series come to a head with Grand Finals taking place across the region. The Leader spoke with Barossa and Light Bowling Association President, Brian Grant, as well as Judy Milde from the Eudund...

Clem Stanley
27 Mar 2024
Sport

Tanunda Recreation Park Official Opening

It was a hive of activity at the Tanunda Recreation Park Official Opening on Friday afternoon, with players and supporters, past and present, enjoying the stylish new clubrooms, changerooms and main oval upgrade. Junior players from Tanund...

Jennifer Minns
27 Mar 2024
Sport

Vine Vale Tennis Club Junior Presentations

Vine Vale Tennis Club Junior Presentations were held on Thursday February 29 at the clubrooms. Vine Vale has had another successful year with 11 Hotshot participants as well as fielding a Division 6 and Division 7 team. The Division 7 team finished...

The Leader
20 Mar 2024
Entertainment
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Entertainment

Michael Jackson tribute show at Arts Centre

Internationally acclaimed tribute, The Michael Jackson HIStory Show last month returned to Australian stages with new star Garth Field at the helm, with the show set to take the stage at Barossa Arts Centre on Friday, April 12. With former lead...

The Leader
10 Apr 2024
Entertainment

Local Gig Guide: April 2024

FRIDAY APRIL 5 Steve Doolan Z Wines, 6:00pm – 9:00pm Triple Strike Stein’s Taphouse, 8:00pm – 11:00pm SATURDAY APRIL 6 Barossa Arts Festival - Battle of the Bands The Greenock, 12:00pm – 6:00pm Firewood & Candles, Z Wines, 6:00pm –...

The Leader
03 Apr 2024
Entertainment

The Flapper Dapper Show takes Angaston

Swedish sister duo, Charlie and Rebecka will take the stage at Angaston’s Lambert Estate on Friday, March 8, as part of the wineries ‘Friday Night Fringe’ events. There’s no need to travel to Adelaide to experience the Fringe this year...

The Leader
06 Mar 2024
Rural
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Rural

Farmer in Focus: Greg Koch, Sheep farmer, Glen Turret, Moculta

Tell us about your farm and your farming background. I grew up on a dairy farm in the Moculta area, but when I was at school I had an interest in welding as well. I actually went and did an apprenticeship down at Magnus in Mount Pleasant, and I...

The Leader
27 Mar 2024
Rural

Improved prospects for grain growers

Australia’s grain growers are looking to improved prospects in the season ahead, with 2024/25 gross margins set to increase on the back of a lower cost of production, Rabobank says in a newly-released research report. The specialist agribusiness...

The Leader
27 Mar 2024
Rural

Optimism for beef industry

The first ever Beef Producers Intentions Survey (BPIS), facilitated by Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA), has indicated there is a strong sentiment of positivity among producers about the future of the Australian beef industry over the next 12...

The Leader
27 Mar 2024
Rural

New farm safety campaign highlights risk of inattention

SA Power Networks has launched a new advertising campaign aimed at reducing the risk to farmers from powerlines on rural properties. On average, there are more than 20 incidents on farms each year where powerlines are struck by vehicles. There also...

The Leader
27 Mar 2024
Rural

What’s the buzz?

If you’ve noticed a pesky buzz about town, you’re not alone. Increased sightings of European wasps have been observed, particularly when sitting down to eat a meal at your favourite outdoor cafe or restaurant. The European wasp, Vespul...

Jennifer Minns
27 Mar 2024
Rural

On the land - Farmer in Focus

Paul McGorman, Nuffield Scholar and agricultural drone operator Tell us about your farming background. I grew up on our family farming property at Sanderston (between Mannum and Cambrai). After school I did a Bachelor degree in Economics...

The Leader
28 Feb 2024
Rural

Grain Harvest Code of Practice to remain unchanged

The CFS has confirmed it will no longer proceed with plans to review the Grain Harvest Code of Practice. The Grassland Fire Danger Index will remain at the current threshold of 35 at 2 metres. Last year, the CFS proposed reducing the Grassland Fire...

The Leader
07 Feb 2024
Motoring
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Motoring

BMW National Rally, April 10 and 11

The BMW owners club of South Australia (BMWOCSA) recently hosted the National Motorrad Rally at the BIG4 Barossa Tourist Park at Nuriootpa. Attendance exceeded initial estimates, with 135 attendees from all states attending, including eight who made...

The Leader
17 Apr 2024
Motoring

Goldwing revving up for a big Barossa weekend

The Australian Goldwing Association is convening its national Annual General Meeting at Nuriootpa from March 22 to 24 at the Barossa Big4 Tourist Park. It is anticipated that there will be more than 100 motorcyclists from all over Australia with...

The Leader
20 Mar 2024
Motoring

This is my ride

Name: Brett Alsop Town: Nuriootpa Business: Advertising Sales Manager, The Leader Make and model: 2020 Mercedes Benz A250 How long have you owned this car? Almost four months. What’s the purpose of this car? This car is more than driving A to B...

Jennifer Minns
13 Mar 2024
Police News
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Police News

Shock closure of Freeling Police Station

SAPOL and the Barossa Local Service Area have advised Member for Frome, Penny Pratt MP, that the Freeling Police station has closed permanently. Ms Pratt said she was shocked to learn the news was effective immediately and that there was no chance...

The Leader
14 Feb 2024
Police News

SA, the state with the most cops and least reoffending

A new report has revealed that South Australia has the most police officers per capita and the lowest rate of reoffending out of all Australian states. Detailed in the 2022-23 Report on Government Services, SAPOL currently has 238 operational sworn...

The Leader
07 Feb 2024
Police News

Eudunda local, the second life lost on SA roads

Eudunda man, Fletcher Obst, 29, was tragically killed in a vehicle crash at Bagot Well, in the early hours of Sunday morning. Police and emergency services were called to the area, about 10 kilometres northwest of Kapunda, following reports that...

Gretel Mead
24 Jan 2024
Police News

Operation safe cycling launches across SA

The popularity of the Santos Tour Down Under (TDU) greatly increases the number of cyclists sharing South Australian roads during January. In response, South Australia Police are currently running Operation Safe Cycling 2024. Running state-wide...

Gretel Mead
17 Jan 2024
Council News
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Council News

The Barossa Council Ordinary Meeting Agenda - Tuesday, April 16

Matters for Information – Name Change of Warren and South Para Reservoir Previously, Council authorised Mayor Bim Lange to formally write to the Minister for Climate, Environment and Water, Susan Close MP to recommend the renaming of the Warren...

The Leader
17 Apr 2024
Council News

Rates pain for Mid Murray without change

Mid Murray Council ratepayers could be facing an 8.18 per cent rate increase in 2024/25, if serious savings are not imminently found within Council operations, says Mayor Simone Bailey. The proposed rate hike, which would support operations to...

Mel Jaunay
17 Apr 2024
Council News

Facilities review of Cambrai pool

The future of the Cambrai swimming pool will be considered by Mid Murray Council following a facilities review of both Council’s pools at Cambrai and Mannum. At its ordinary meeting yesterday, Elected Members were asked to endorse a recommendation...

The Leader
17 Apr 2024
Council News

Bim celebrates 50 years in Local Government

The Barossa Council’s Mayor, Michael Lange OAM, or “Bim” as he prefers to be known, in June this year celebrates 50 years in Local Government and for him, it has been an interesting and tremendously rewarding journey. However, this modest man...

Tony Robinson
05 Apr 2024
Letters to the Editor
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Letters to the Editor

Keep watch on your backyard pool

Dear Sir, Royal Life Saving Society – Australia is asking all owners of backyard pools to check their pool fences and pool gates as a matter of urgency. Children under five are curious and fearless, and their love of water puts them at risk of...

The Leader
01 Sep 2022
Letters to the Editor

Active citizenship

Dear Sir, We are custodians of a unique piece of Planet Earth. The current Barossa Council forged in 1996 from vibrant communities has a population of some 26,000 global citizens (2016 census) and a footprint of some 912 square kilometres. The...

The Leader
01 Sep 2022
Letters to the Editor

Unwavering

Dear Sir, Thank you so much for the article you printed in the recent edition of The Leader regarding the BBB Poppy Project. Your unwavering support is so greatly appreciated. Kym MILNE, Gawler

The Leader
01 Sep 2022
Letters to the Editor

Celebrating with pride

Dear Sir, Saturday, September 3 is Australian National Flag Day. A day to celebrate with pride the anniversary of the Australian National Flag and all that it represents. Proclaimed in 1996 as a national day, it celebrates the first time the flag...

The Leader
01 Sep 2022
Property
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Property

More than 400 new homes proposed for Freeling

The State Government is considering two code amendments at Freeling which have the potential to create 415 new allotments. Minister for Planning Nick Champion has just initiated a code amendment in the west of the town, which could see 185 new...

The Leader
17 Apr 2024
Property

Award hat trick for Sara

For the third year in a row, Marx Real Estate’s Sara La Nauze has won Rate My Agent’s Agent of the Year award for Angaston. Speaking to The Leader, Sara said she was very grateful to the Angaston community for continuing to support the business...

The Leader
17 Apr 2024
Property

Strengthening heritage laws

Penalties will significantly increase for anyone that neglects or destroys the state’s heritage listed buildings under new legislation before the State Parliament. The changes seek to address so-called demolition by neglect by putting the onus of...

The Leader
13 Mar 2024
House & Garden
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House & Garden

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...

The Leader
04 Oct 2023
House & Garden

April in the garden

By Kristee Semmler With cooler nights and glorious sunny days, it is evident that Autumn has hit the Barossa. Autumn is such a great time of year to be out in the garden, enjoying the sunshine and making the most of the gorgeous weather before...

The Leader
03 Apr 2024
House & Garden

Autumn Home Ideas 2024 - River Murray shack revival

How Little Mallee Getaway became the cottage that could Cover story by Melissa Siri Photos by Sam Kroepsch With a renovation of their 1940s River Murray ‘shack’ almost complete when news broke of an impending flood, you could forgive Andre...

Mel Siri
06 Mar 2024
House & Garden

Autumn Home Ideas 2024 - Gardening in March

March can be a bit of a mixed bag when it comes to weather. It can still see some really hot temperatures, or Autumn could hit early and days and nights cool down quickly. Whatever the case, after a dry couple of months, a bit of rain would be...

The Leader
06 Mar 2024
House & Garden

Autumn Home Ideas 2024 - My favourite room: Valmai Auricht - kitchen

Occupation “I’m ‘supposed to be’ retired! We do a lot of things…” Number of years in your home “Two years, three months.” I live with “My husband Trevor.” Decorating style “I decorate to make it feel like home.” Renovate or...

Verity Kew
06 Mar 2024
Special Promotions
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Special Promotion

Juniors leading the charge at Barossa United FC

Following a hugely successful 2023 season, the Barossa United Football Club is looking forward to another year of great football in a banner 35th anniversary year in 2024. Barossa United FC Club President, George Triandafyllidis, advised that the...

The Leader
10 Apr 2024
Special Promotion

Exciting new era for Rugby in the Barossa

The Barossa Rams Rugby Club is setting up for an incredible 2024, with both the grand unveiling of its new home facility and the club continuing to build on a hugely successful 2023. Now entering its 47th year, the Barossa (formerly Roseworthy) Rams...

The Leader
10 Apr 2024
Special Promotion

Embracing Social Connection

The Vitality of Seniors’ Health and Wellbeing The sun was shining and the smiles showed the spirit of the day at a Barossa Village outing to the Adelaide Hills for a spot of strawberry picking at Beerenberg Farm. As we age, the significance of...

The Leader
10 Apr 2024
The Barossa Mag
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The Barossa Mag

Cold blooded compassion

Dan Marshall has a few loves in his life, but it’s not quite what you think. “Indie, she’s an absolute sweetheart,” says Dan, referring to the 2.5 metre long Murray Darling carpet python curled up in his backyard shed.

The Leader
13 Mar 2024
Free to Read
The Barossa Mag

A mission and a promise

Helen Wilhelm not only believes in miracles – she is one. Despite facing a lifetime of physical disability and a near-death experience, she has devoted her life in service of others, and faces every challenge with a heart of gratitude and faith.

The Leader
13 Mar 2024
Free to Read
The Barossa Mag

Raising the barre

As the curtain rises, Alice Cook graces the stage with the confidence, poise and composure of a professional ballet dancer.

The Leader
13 Mar 2024
Free to Read
The Barossa Mag

Community spirit through and through

Budgie Schiller has lived at Eudunda his entire life and is known by the community as a generous man, who believes strongly in treating people fairly and who goes out of his way to help whenever he can.

The Leader
13 Mar 2024
Free to Read
The Barossa Mag

Call Me Mr Mac

Chalk dust and teenage anticipation season the air of an otherwise unremarkable transportable classroom at Nuriootpa High School. It’s 1981, and a fit middle aged man with a neatly kept full beard, curly dark hair and glasses stands at the front of the class, preparing to address his first ever cohort of design students.

The Leader
13 Mar 2024
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