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Property

Stamp duty plan may help first homebuyers

Two young Barossans have welcomed the State Liberals’ new stamp duty policy announced recently, which would see stamp duty scrapped for first home buyers on established homes worth up to $1 million. Member for Schubert Ashton Hurn MP said this policy...

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Barossa Rams don student designed Indigenous Jersey

Nuriootpa High School students and the Barossa Rams worked together to create a unique jersey design that was worn by Rams Premier teams during the recent Indigenous Round match against Adelaide University. Organiser Mel Donohue from the Baross...

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Education

NHS Texas Study Tour raises over $42K and strengthens community ties

In a fitting celebration at Nuriootpa High School’s whole school assembly on Friday the ‘fourth of July’, the school’s Texas Study Tour team proudly announced its current total fundraising tally of $42,829.34. What started as a travel dream for the...

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350 games ‘Central’ to Renee’s success

PHOTO COMING MONDAY, ALLAN IS TAKING SATURDAYLast Saturday, Gawler Centrals netball player Renee Brooks, notched up her 350th game for the club, an immense milestone that has been many years in the making. The Senior 7 player has deep roots in the...

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An artistic collaboration built on trust

A simple definition of collaboration is to work with another person for an agreed outcome. But there is nothing simple about an artistic collaboration, particularly when it’s an intercultural collaboration where the artists are working from separate...

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Push for repairs on Sturt Highway

A community-led petition is on track to be launched at the end of the week to push for Sturt Highway repairs, following a recent series of crashes on the road. Greenock residents, Michella Smith and Jacqui Possingham have become avid advocators for...

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Education

Lyndoch Primary School students send 1,000 paper cranes to Japan for peace

By Matt WebsterMore than 1,000 paper cranes folded by Lyndoch Primary School students have been sent to Japan as part of a peace project connected to Hiroshima Day. The initiative, led by Japanese teacher Monique Seymour, was sparked after her 2023...

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Barossa Wildlife Rescue continues to grow

Another significant step was taken in returning the Rose Brooks Wildlife Sanctuary to native habitat last week, with the planting of approximately 650 native plants during Barossa Wildlife Rescue’s annual planting day on Thursday. Chairperson of...

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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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Feeding those in need

By Samantha FieldLutheran Care is focussed on supporting Barossans in need with the launch of its Winter Food Appeal in collaboration with Barossa Co-op last week. Lutheran Care representative Louise Hickinbotham told The Leader the appeals are...

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Belinda is ready to ‘Dance for Dreams’

By Clem StanleyThe Rex at Tanunda will have the music pumping and the dancers dazzling next weekend when teams of eager dancers take to the floor in a four-hour Dance Marathon, titled “Dance for Dreams.“All in aid of the Make-A-Wish Foundation’s...

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Community News

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More grants available for 2026

Centenary Foundation has released its grant opportunities for 2026, assisting prospective tertiary students to continue studies after high school. Rural and regional students thinking about university study or vocational training courses may have no...

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11 Jul 2025

Ute crushed by tree at Williamstown

Emergency services worked quickly to free a driver after a tree fell on a ute at Williamstown this morning. Just before 11.30am on Tuesday July 8, a gum tree came down on top of a ute driving along Warren Road, Williamstown. Members of the public...

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Barossa Wildlife Rescue continues to grow

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Barossa water decline informs amended plan

A “flexible and adaptive management approach” to water resources is being proposed by the Northern and Yorke Landscape Board, in its draft Barossa Water Allocation Plan Amendment, released for community consultation this week. According to the...

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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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Gymnasts Compete In Adelaide

Six young gymnasts travelled to Adelaide recently to compete in Level 3-5 interclub competitions. These competitions were held at the state training centre at Marion. The first competition of the weekend saw gymnast Ava Dudek in the level 4 under 10...

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SA Special Olympics success

The SA Special Olympics on June 22 included athletes from Kapunda Inclusive Gymnastics Club, with three girls competing and Caitlyn Hazel finishing third all around in level 1. Kapunda head coach Odette Haley said all the girls did very well...

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Barossa Rams don student designed Indigenous Jersey

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350 games ‘Central’ to Renee’s success

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Barossa Rams’ juniors help launch jersey

Rugby fever is beginning to rise in the Barossa in anticipation for the British and Irish Lions visit to Adelaide this month. Barossa Rams junior players got the chance of a lifetime when they helped launch the AUNZ jersey earlier this month at...

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Group braves the ‘cold’ seat for a good cause at Tiger Park

On Saturday, prior to the A grade game, Nuriootpa Rover Football Club held an Ice Bucket challenge as an MND (Motor Neurone Disease) Fundraiser with a group of locals taking part. President of the Club, Josh Norton, advised The Leader on Monday that...

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25 Jun 2025

Another Nuriootpa Legend, the late, great Peter Rosenberg

By Josh Norton, Nuriootpa Rover Football Club President It was both an honour and a privilege to induct one of the Club’s most revered and influential figures into the category of Nuriootpa legends — the late, great Peter Rosenberg, or as we all...

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25 Jun 2025

Property of the Week

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Property

Stamp duty plan may help first homebuyers

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Modern living in the heart of Nuriootpa

Discover the perfect blend of style, space and location at 5 Ash Street, Nuriootpa. Built in 2019 by Fairmont Homes, this well-appointed four bedroom, two bathroom home sits on a comfortable 600m² allotment and is designed for low-maintenance...

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A quiet sanctuary in the heart of Nuriootpa

Built in 2010 and nestled among other quality homes, this property offers a rare sense of peace and privacy — a sanctuary for those seeking a quiet, relaxed lifestyle. From the moment you step inside, you’ll feel the calm. With three bedrooms...

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25 Jun 2025

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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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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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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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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Livestock SA seeks virtual fencing reform

Livestock SA is calling on the South Australian Government to urgently reform outdated regulations that continue to block livestock producers from using virtual fencing, as New South Wales becomes the latest state to legalise the technology. New...

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Locals recognised at Horticultural Awards’ night

Members of the local horticultural community were recognised at the Premier’s Horticultural Award for Excellence held earlier this month. The awards, which celebrate outstanding contributions to the sector, saw regional talent recognised for their...

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Local Business

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Nearly $800,000 for local workers in EFL payout

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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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Milestone for ‘One-stop shop’

Barossa 4x4 & Outdoors is celebrating 15 years in business - offering caravans, vehicle maintenance, camping equipment and everything in-between, needed for outdoors enthusiasts. With a wide variety of parts and accessories available, customers...

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08 Jul 2025

Bon voyage to travel guru

The founder of one of Australia’s most awarded travel agencies, Phil Hoffmann Travel (PHT) has announced retirement - stepping down on Monday after 35 years. PHT will continue to operate under the leadership of Chief Executive Officer and Managing...

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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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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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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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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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Melodienacht, May 31

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

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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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30 Apr 2025

Photo Gallery

Barossa Vintage Festival

2025 Barossa & Light Scarecrow Gallery

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