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Gather Round just the Beginning

On Thursday Premier Peter Malinauskas, the AFL’s General Manager of Football Laura Kane, and Barossa Mayor Bim Lange attended a press conference at Barossa Park to officially open Gather Round for 2025. The Oval will become the 51st AFL venue on...

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Samantha Field

11 Apr 2025

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Barossa Airshow thrills in the hills

It was an action-packed day in the sky on Sunday, when aviation enthusiasts gathered at Rowland Flat Airfield, Krondorf for the 2025 Barossa Airshow. Hosted by the Rotary Club of Barossa Valley, the biennial event captivated audiences with energetic...

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Matthew Webster

11 Apr 2025

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A moment in legacy honoured at Gawler

A cherished memory of the late Winsome Nicolai is set to be immortalised at the Gawler Cultural Heritage Centre. Through countless hours of volunteering in the Gawler community, Mrs Nicolai had the honour of meeting the late Queen Elizabeth II in...

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The Leader

09 Apr 2025

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Doddridge family led a frugal life

By Tony RobinsonYears ago when the Doddridge Blacksmith Shop in Angaston was in full operation, times were tough in business as the family led a frugal life while concentrating on building things to last. This summed up the Angaston Heritage new...

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Tony Robinson

09 Apr 2025

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Outstanding results reported at the 2025 Barossa Wine Auction

The 2025 Barossa Wine Auction, held on April 4 at Peter Lehmann Wines’ Old Redemption Cellar at Tanunda, has once again demonstrated the global allure and collectability of Barossa wines. About 150 collectors and enthusiasts gathered to bid on an...

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The Leader

09 Apr 2025

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Development applications in brief

Angaston distillery An application has been lodged for a change of use to distillery with associated shop and signage, located at 109B Gravel Pit Road, Angaston. Public notification will be required, at a start date to be confirmed. Cellar door at...

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The Leader

09 Apr 2025

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Calls for Keoride service expansion

Member for Schubert, Ashton Hurn MP has again called on the government to expand the current Keoride On-Demand public bus service in the Barossa. Currently available in the towns of Nuriootpa, Tanunda and Angaston, Keoride is a door-to-door public...

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The Leader

09 Apr 2025

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Hurn draws attention to Barossa hospital need

As the excitement of Gather Round in the Barossa builds and with all eyes on the region, Member for Schubert, Ashton Hurn MP, is also urging the government to focus on key issues for the region. Mrs Hurn said she has spoken to Parliament again about...

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The Leader

09 Apr 2025

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Light open space plan on public consultation

A Draft Light Regional Sport, Recreation and Open Space Plan 2024 - 2034 is being released for public consultation. The plan aims to enhance the well-being and quality of life for residents by creating a network of vibrant, accessible, and...

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The Leader

09 Apr 2025

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Easter hopping around the Barossa

While Easter represents a good chance to share chocolate gifts and sample the array of Hot Cross Buns available across the Barossa, there is also the opportunity to take the kids for some combined school holiday and Easter fun. Easter Treats at...

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The Leader

09 Apr 2025

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Fashion with heart: A community-driven fundraiser helping Barossa kids flourish

This month, fashion meets purpose at The Thrifty Hanger Barossa at Tanunda, where every purchase from a special collection of preloved, designer, and vintage clothing supports early childhood education at Barossa Valley Community Kids (BVCK). The...

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The Leader

09 Apr 2025

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The ‘bear’ necessities

Tanunda Newsagency’s Megan McKenzie says she never expected a suitcase full of teddy bears to create such a ripple effect. After travelling to Cambodia with Cows for Cambodia and South Australian media personality Andrew “Cosi” Costello, Megan...

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Matthew Webster

09 Apr 2025

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Liberals say they will deliver on Truro bypass

Following an announcement on Monday that a Dutton Liberal Government would deliver $840 million to build the Greater Adelaide Freight Bypass, Shadow Minister for Roads and Road Safety and Federal Member for Barker, Tony Pasin travelled to Pioneer...

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The Leader

09 Apr 2025