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19 Feb 2025

Love, adventure and royalty over 70 years

Kapunda couple Bev and Paul Umlauf first encountered each other in 1953 when Bev was working as an usher at a picture theatre in Salisbury, and asked Paul if he was able to move seats so that a young couple would be able to sit together. Little did...

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Sour grapes: Disappointment over decision for iconic cellar door

The ripples from Treasury Wine Estates’ recent announcement it will close Penfolds’ Cellar Door at Nuriootpa are being felt in the Barossa, with one local business owner speaking out against what he sees as potential “detrimental” impacts of...

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Real life love stories with substance

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A diamond in Kapunda: Rae and Ray celebrate 60 years of love and partnership

For Rae and Ray Reichelt (sometimes known collectively as the Rayes), February 6 marked an astonishing milestone, as the couple celebrated their diamond anniversary of 60 years of marriage. Their relationship is built on love, mutual respect, and...

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Let’s have a chat fellas

By Matt WebsterIn an effort to create a space for men to open up and connect, Bob Hicks has launched a new initiative called, ‘Let’s Have a Chat Fellas’.Set in the relaxed and informal environment of the Coulthard Community Barn, Nuriootpa, the...

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A transformation through writing

By Matt WebsterJordan Asbroek has transformed her personal challenges into an inspiring and unfiltered exploration that takes readers on an emotional and relatable journey with the release of her debut book, An Ode to the Ocean in My Heart. In...

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Education

Sister city in their sights

By Matt WebsterA contingent of eight students from Nuriootpa High School is getting ready to travel almost 15,000 km to the Barossa Valley’s sister city in Grapevine, Texas in September. The Year 11 and 12 students who have been selected to take part...

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Emergency Services

Fatal five: a deadly combo

“Don’t think it can’t happen to you,” is the message Deputy group officer for the Northern Barossa Group CFS, Michael Furnell wants drivers in the Barossa to consider before taking to the road. “It could be just a moment of inattention,”...

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Gawler gears up for its biggest metal night yet

Gawler gears up for its biggest metal night yetThe Prince Albert Hotel at Gawler is set to shake to its foundations on Friday, February 7, as Metal on Murray VII brings a powerhouse lineup of heavy acts. Headlined by one of Australia’s premier...

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Sport

Tour Down Under Wrap-Up

You could be forgiven for thinking a new law had been passed, and it was now compulsory to wear lycra when walking through the main street of Tanunda last Wednesday morning. In reality, it was the thousands of cycling fans who had made their...

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29 Jan 2025

Sport

A showcase of world class cycling in the Barossa

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24 Jan 2025

Historic school event recognised

It was a remarkable milestone for Wasleys Primary School when it proudly celebrated its 150th anniversary last year. The celebrations culminated in a memorable event that brought out the best of the Wasleys community. The 150th birthday celebrations...

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