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Governor launched new association

By Tony RobinsonThe Governor of South Australia, Her Excellency the Hon. Frances Adamson AC officially launched the new South Australian Country Fire Service Australian Fire Service Medal Association Inc. at the Vine Inn Barossa Community Hotel...

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Tony Robinson
07 May 2025
Barossa Leader

Double celebration for the Jaegar family at NASA awards dinner

The Jaegar family are certainly not one to rest, which goes to show that as farmers, the work is never really fully done - and they wouldn’t have it any other way. In recent weeks, Tanya and Belinda Jaegar have been The Leader’s Farmers in Focus and...

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The Leader
07 May 2025
Barossa Leader

St Jakobi students are all heart

At a recent assembly at St. Jakobi Lutheran Campus, Lyndoch, longstanding member of the Kiwanis Club of the Barossa, Robert Nitschke, presented Thank You certificates to four St. Jakobi students, Isabelle Nitschke, Lily Collins, Indianna-Lee...

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The Leader
07 May 2025
Emergency Services

Fire Danger Season extended

By Matt WebsterFire Danger Season has been extended from April 30 to May 14 in the Mount Lofty Ranges fire ban district which contains The Barossa Council area. The current Fire Danger Season began on November 15, 2024, and represents a period of...

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Matthew Webster
07 May 2025
Barossa Leader

Gawler mother scores $4.8 million lotto win

A hardworking Gawler mother had her workday completely turned on its head last week after receiving the life-changing phone call that she had won $4.8 million. The South Australian resident held the only division one winning entry – which she...

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The Leader
07 May 2025
Health

Hospital Petition goes to Parliament

By Melissa SiriThe Leader’s petition for a new Barossa Hospital was last week presented to Parliament, with Member for Schubert, Mrs Ashton Hurn MP, tabling the 1217 printed petition signatures in the morning, before speaking to Parliament about the...

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Mel Siri
07 May 2025
Community News

Wildlife rescue numbers up

Secretary of Barossa Wildlife Rescue Chelsea Linke is asking drivers to slow down following an increase in callouts following on-road collisions with kangaroos. Chelsea said that current drought conditions are contributing to kangaroos coming closer...

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Samantha Field
07 May 2025
Community News

Mums treated to ‘Pamper Parlour’

Parents and carers of Angaston Primary School students were waited on hand and foot (literally) on Monday as they enjoyed an indulgent ‘Pamper Parlour’ ahead of Mother’s Day on Sunday. Hand-made boutique jewellery, marshmallow tea cup making...

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The Leader
07 May 2025
Community News

Opening the door to history

Three children from Cambrai Primary School, Miah Geddes, Makala Hardy and Felicity Fiebig jointly cut a bright red ribbon across the door of the Cambrai School Community Library on Monday, heralding the beginning of the town’s inaugural SA History...

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Mel Jaunay
07 May 2025
Barossa Leader

Tribute to ‘Mr Kapunda’ the late Mr Bill Adams

A Tribute to ‘Mr Kapunda’, Mr Bill AdamsThe following is an excerpt from the Eulogy written by Bill O’Brien, on the passing of his friend, Mr William (Bill Adams), with information and comments also supplied by Deane Rohrlach. Mr William (Bill )...

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The Leader
07 May 2025
Community News

Rock of ‘all’ ages Snake charmer connects the community

By Samantha FieldFreeling has a new resident that is sss-stirring up plenty of excitement. Roscoe the rock snake started as a fun school holiday activity for the Heutling family but has been fully embraced by the community. Over 500 rocks have now...

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Samantha Field
07 May 2025
Community News

Pasin stands as Libs fall

Member for Barker Tony Pasin MP has confidently held on to his seat, despite a “devastating” national performance for the Liberal Party at Saturday’s federal election. Speaking with The Leader on Monday, Mr Pasin said the Liberal Party needs...

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Matthew Webster
07 May 2025
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BAFFC raise hundreds with Mother’s Day raffle

The iconic purple-vested volunteers from the Barossa Area Fundraisers for Cancer were set up with an array of prizes on Wednesday at the Barossa Central Mall concourse, selling tickets for their annual Mother’s Day raffle. Drawn later that...

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The Leader
09 May 2025
Community News

Apprenticeship pilot to address skills shortage

Apprenticeships will be fast-tracked in SA in 2026 in a series of key areas suffering skills shortages. Launching next year, the Industry Accelerated Apprenticeship Pilot (IAAP) will support up to 1,000 new apprenticeships across seven critical trade...

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The Leader
07 May 2025
Community News

Invitation to grain producers

Grain Producers SA (GPSA) is calling for Expressions of Interest (EOIs) from South Australian grain producers to join its Policy Committee, helping to shape advocacy and policy priorities for the industry. The Policy Committee is expected to become...

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The Leader
07 May 2025
Community News

Applications open for standpipe upgrades

Councils across drought-affected regions of South Australia can now apply for funding under the newly launched Publicly Accessible Standpipe Upgrade Fund, a component of the State Government’s $73 million Drought Support Package. According to the...

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The Leader
07 May 2025
Barossa Vintage Festival
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Barossa Vintage Festival

Barossa Vintage Festival, Finale

This week we bring you some remaining photos of Barossa Vintage Festival 2025

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The Leader
07 May 2025
Barossa Vintage Festival

A ‘beary’ fun day out

A delighted, decidedly young audience gathered for the Teddy Bears’ Picnic at Tanunda Oval on Saturday. There were plenty of much-loved bears in attendance with the musical tunes by Tanunda Town Band. Photos Mel Semmler

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The Leader
30 Apr 2025
Barossa Vintage Festival

Festival makes a touchdown with Taste Off event

One of the more unique additions to this year’s Vintage Festival program was Touchdown & Taste Off, held at Barossa Rams Rugby Club, Tanunda on Thursday night. Players of American Football South Australia presented a demonstration game between the...

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Mel Jaunay
30 Apr 2025
Photo Galleries
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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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The Leader
30 Apr 2025
Photo Gallery
Barossa Vintage Festival

2025 Barossa & Light Scarecrow Gallery

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The Leader
23 Apr 2025
Photo Galleries

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...

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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...

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Tony Robinson
20 Sep 2023
Sport
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Sport

Tyson runs away with championship title

Tyson White has done the Barossa Valley proud, after winning the National Championship title in the Under 14 boys 1500 metre race on Sunday April 27 at the 2025 Coles Australian Little Athletics Championships on the weekend. His winning run followed...

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Samantha Field
07 May 2025
Sport

Kicking goals for women’s footy

Intersport Barossa, a Barossa Co-op owned and operated business, is proud to once again support the Barossa Light, Gawler Women’s Football League (BLGWL) with Platinum Sponsorship. In its second year of a three-year term, BLGWL will receive $5000 to...

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The Leader
07 May 2025
Sport

Rams rally behind Kiti

By Samantha FieldThe Barossa Rams rugby community is rallying behind player Kitione ‘Kiti’ Waqanisau after a horrible on-field injury. The player sustained a broken leg and fractured ankle in the season opener against Onkaparinga on Sunday April 5...

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Samantha Field
07 May 2025
Sport

Barossan local runs away with championship title

Tyson White has done the Barossa Valley proud, after winning the National Championship title in the Under 14 boys 1500 metre race on Sunday April 27 at the 2025 Coles Australian Little Athletics Championships on the weekend. His winning run followed...

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Samantha Field
07 May 2025
Football

Nat reaches 300

By Josh Norton President Nuriootpa Rover Football Club Inc. Nat Salter, played his 250th game for NRFC in the Reserves against South Gawler in April 2022. He started his football career playing as a junior for the BSR Redbacks. In 2000 he played for...

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Matthew Webster
30 Apr 2025
Sport

Rovers score from Gather Round funding

Nuriootpa Rover Football Club is among the community football recipients sharing in around $3 million of funding through the second round of the South Australian Football Facilities Fund. This year’s grants will assist 37 projects, including 20 in...

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The Leader
23 Apr 2025
Sport

Community sport a winner with partnership

Intersport Barossa, a Barossa Co-op owned and operated business, has secured gold sponsorship agreements with Barossa Light and Gawler Netball Association (BLGNA) and Barossa Light and Gawler Football Association (BLGFA).The agreements will see both...

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The Leader
23 Apr 2025
Entertainment
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Entertainment

The Powerhouse Circus to visit Barossa

Nuriootpa Soldiers Memorial Hall is set to be transformed for a spectacular evening when the Powerhouse Circus Cabaret brings its dynamic and high-energy show to the Barossa for the first time. Fresh off their performances at this year’s Adelaide...

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Matthew Webster
02 Apr 2025
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Entertainment

Local Gig Guide - April

Who’s playing around the Barossa this month?

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The Leader
06 Nov 2024
Entertainment

Central Australian Aboriginal Womens Choir to vist Barossa

The Central Australian Aboriginal Women’s Choir will be performing in the Barossa when they embark on their national tour across Australia in 2025. In what will be their biggest tour since 2022, the extraordinary vocal ensemble will bring their...

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The Leader
05 Mar 2025
Rural
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Rural

Gumshire Pork wins big at Sydney Royal

Shaun and Amy Blenkiron of Gumshire Pork at Keyneton have ‘cleaned up’ at this year’s Sydney Easter Royal Show, with 17 pigs, across four breeds, winning numerous classes, including Supreme Pig in Show. Their impressive haul included: Duroc (breed)...

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The Leader
23 Apr 2025
Rural

Farmer in Focus: Tanya and Belind Jaegar, Buchanan

At the end of March, both Tanya and Belinda Jaegar were honoured at the Northern Agricultural Shows Association (NASA) awards night at Jamestown for their contributions to the Eudunda Show. Belinda was awarded NASA’s Young Rural Ambassador Award...

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The Leader
23 Apr 2025
Rural

Water innovations showcased during BIGG site visit

On March 18, Barossa Improved Grazing Group (BIGG) conducted an ‘On-farm Water Innovations’ site visit at Warren and Barbara Fargher’s property, ‘Almerta’, at Flaxman Valley. The site visit was conducted by Jane Evans, BIGG Technical Facilitator, and...

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The Leader
23 Apr 2025
Rural

Drought relief

A $55 million funding package designed to help South Australian farmers weather what has been described by many as the ‘worst seen’ drought conditions has been announced by the State Government this week. According to government, the package...

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Mel Jaunay
09 Apr 2025
Rural

SA ram tops Australian Merino Index

“It is the culmination of many years of thought processes and hard work, and a belief that our sheep are actually productive,” Allen told The Leader

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Matthew Webster
26 Mar 2025
Rural

Fleeces to fundraise in friendly contest

By Mel JaunayThere will be no pulling the wool over the eyes of this year’s judge of the Cambrai Sports Club Fleece Competition, when it is held next week at the Cambrai Sports Ground as the club’s major annual fundraiser. Having been run for close...

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Mel Jaunay
26 Mar 2025
Rural

Hay a lifeline for struggling industry

In the midst of drought conditions described as the worst “over a lifetime”, Rotary Club of Adelaide Central Inc. is spearheading a hay delivery initiative to help out primary producers in need. Mark Grossman, who owns property near Angaston and...

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Mel Jaunay
19 Mar 2025
Motoring
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Motoring

Steinborner expands the choices for the Barossa

Barossa motorists now have a wider range of vehicles to choose from, thanks to Steinborner Automotives new used car yard at Nuriootpa. Used cars have long been a key part of the Steinborner business according to Jarrod Steinborner, Dealer Principal...

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The Leader
12 Mar 2025
Barossa Leader

Get ready Barossa, there’s a new sheriff in town - the mighty Toyota Tundra

By Jennifer MinnsSome big trucks with a Toyota badge are rolling into the Barossa, with the launch of the new full-size 2025 Toyota Tundra Limited pick-up. The launch follows an extensive, Toyota-first, local re-engineering and development program...

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The Leader
06 Mar 2025
Motoring

Honda delivers with intelligent hybrid range

By Jennifer MinnsHonda is proving that it’s ahead of the game, with efficient hybrid systems now available across all models.“Honda has one of the best hybrid systems on the market,“ said Martin Ludwig, Barossa Honda New Vehicle Sales...

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Jennifer Minns
11 Dec 2024
Police News
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Police News

POLICE NEWS March 12

Court for driver over Two Wells burnoutsA blown tyre foiled an alleged hoon drivers’ reckless activities early in the morning on Saturday March 8. Just after midnight, Two Wells police heard a vehicle performing burnouts near the township. Patrols...

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The Leader
12 Mar 2025
Police News

WAKE UP BAROSSA: SAPOL pleads with the community following another serious collision

The notorious Stockwell Road and Penrice Road intersection at Light Pass was in the spotlight again this week following a collision between a hatchback and a bus, carrying school children, last Tuesday afternoon. Seriously injuring the driver of the...

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Gretel Mead
14 Aug 2024
Police News

Wake up Barossa

SAPOL pleads with the community following another serious collision The notorious Stockwell Road and Penrice Road intersection at Light Pass was in the spotlight again this week following a collision between a hatchback and a bus, carrying school...

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Gretel Mead
14 Aug 2024
Police News

“Bicycle Bandit” pleads guilty to aggravated robbery

On Monday, South Australia’s “bicycle bandit”, Kym Allen Parsons, pleaded guilty to 10 counts of aggravated robbery. Accused of carrying out armed hold-ups in and around the Barossa over a decade-long period, the 73-year-old offender appeared...

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The Leader
19 Jun 2024
Council News
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Council News

LRC Election to proceed

At its April 22 meeting, Light Regional Council resolved to endorse the 2025 Local Government Supplementary Election Light Regional Council Communications Plan. The Plan outlined details surrounding the election process required following the...

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The Leader
07 May 2025
Council News

Truro a focus in Mid Murray Council growth strategy

By Mel JaunayTruro is set to become one of three Mid Murray Council townships to benefit from increased infrastructure and development investment, under the Draft Mid Murray Growth Management and Housing Strategy released for community consultation...

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Mel Jaunay
07 May 2025
Council News

An Encounter of the country kind

The details surrounding a much-awaited tourism project at Kapunda have been unveiled, with the proposed Drover’s Encounter now outlined in a ‘Light Invest’ document on Light Regional Council’s website. According to the Community FAQs (Frequently...

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Mel Siri
23 Apr 2025
Council News

Light Regional Council Agenda

April 22, 2025This is a selection of agenda items scheduled to be discussed at last night’s meeting. Infrastructure and Sustainability ReportsNo roads were re-sheeted during March. The remaining road (Heintze) within the capital program will be...

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The Leader
23 Apr 2025
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...

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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...

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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

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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...

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The Leader
01 Sep 2022
Property of the Week
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Property

Timeless beauty in the heart of the Barossa

Welcome to 24 Maple Avenue, Nuriootpa - a home where modern elegance meets the timeless beauty of Barossa living. Perfectly positioned in one of the region’s most desirable townships, this move-in ready property offers a rare opportunity to...

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The Leader
07 May 2025
Free to Read
Property

Semi-rural serenity just minutes from Tanunda

Looking for the perfect blend of peaceful rural living without the upkeep of a large acreage? Welcome home! Set on a generous 2886m² block, this beautifully positioned property offers a rare opportunity to enjoy the charm of countryside living...

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The Leader
30 Apr 2025
Free to Read
Property

Comfort and convenience at a prime location

Welcome to Unit 2/20 Redbanks Road, Willaston, a charming home offering a blend of comfort, convenience and modern living. Just a short drive from the vibrant heart of Gawler and minutes from the Northern Expressway, you’ll enjoy the convenience...

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The Leader
23 Apr 2025
House & Garden
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House & Garden

Winter Home Ideas: Tips for a sustainable garden

In December 2023, horticulturist Michael Homan and husband Paul Amos starred in an episode of Channel Nine’s, The Garden Hustle makeover show, having renovated a section of their sizeable garden with a central fire pit zone. Michael, who works at...

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The Leader
05 Jun 2024
House & Garden

November in the Garden

By Kristee SemmlerNovember is the perfect time to be outside in the garden enjoying some beautiful weather. This time of year can get quite hectic with the lead up to Christmas and can often feel like time is flying by. Getting out in the garden...

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The Leader
06 Nov 2024
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...

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The Leader
04 Oct 2023
House & Garden

July in the Garden...

It’s safe to say, winter has definitely hit. Last month saw some freezing cold days and a number of frosty mornings, so cold and icy that my birdbath completely froze over! June also finally saw some much-needed rain – a welcome relief for...

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The Leader
03 Jul 2024
House & Garden

Bee friendly plants

By Kristee SemmlerBees are so incredibly important. They play a vital role in pollinating a large percentage of the food we eat (up to two-thirds of Australia’s food requires pollination by bees!). In the home garden, they help pollinate the fruit...

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The Leader
23 Apr 2025
Special Promotions
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Lyndoch CFS reflects on five decades of serving the community

By Matt WebsterAs Lyndoch CFS celebrates its 50th anniversary, The Leader spoke to a handful of volunteers, who reflected on the evolution of the brigade and the tight-knit community that has kept it going. The passion and dedication of volunteers...

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Matthew Webster
30 Apr 2025
Special Promotion

A good reason to come ‘Back to Burra’

The city of Burra is inviting everyone to join in its ‘Back to Burra’ month long celebration to mark the town’s 180 year anniversary. This year marks 100 years since the original event in 1925 and is hoped to be a time to honour everything that makes...

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The Leader
30 Apr 2025
Special Promotion

New face but same heart for Mobility SA

By Samantha FieldCustomers of Nuriootpa’s Mobility SA will have noticed there is a new owner of the store, with Meg Hartley having recently purchased the business from Kerri and Peter Songailo. Meg decided to make the move to sole-trader after years...

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The Leader
30 Apr 2025
The Barossa Mag
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The Barossa Mag

A Pleasure in Words

With a contagious enthusiasm for words, Chris Russack has ever been drawn to creativity, inspiring those around him and establishing lasting legacies throughout his community.

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The Leader
12 Mar 2025
Free to Read
The Barossa Mag

Crafting Connections

Switching from tech to beer might seem like a leap, but for Josh Helbig, it felt like a natural evolution. Known to the Barossa community as a free spirit, sharp thinker, and risk-taker, he’s never been one to shy away from a challenge.

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The Leader
12 Mar 2025
Free to Read
The Barossa Mag

A Game Changer

Nicola Biagi is more than just a name on the local football scene or a respected real estate agent in the Barossa. She’s a leader, mentor, and fierce competitor, both on the field and in life.

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The Leader
12 Mar 2025
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The Barossa Mag

Growing from grassroots

Like the big-sky country at Fords she calls home, the land has been the backdrop to the story of Sarah Noack’s life. In big and small ways, agriculture has always had a tug on Sarah, bringing her back to her roots.

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The Leader
11 Mar 2025
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The Barossa Mag

From Farmlands to Fine Wines

The verdant rice and bamboo fields of Taiwan may be the homeland of Philip and Kevin Liu, but the Valley floor is definitely their heartland.

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The Leader
12 Mar 2025
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