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9 hours ago

Vines, Wines and Tequila?

The Barossa’s reputation as a producer of great wine is undeniable, however, there is most certainly one drink that isn’t associated with the region - tequila. Justin Conceicao is on a mission to change that for good, and bring this unique...

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9 hours ago

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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9 hours ago

Football

Rory and Belinda Sloane visit the Barossa ahead of Gather Round

Former Adelaide Crows captain Rory Sloane and his wife, Belinda, recently took a trip to the Barossa Valley for some filming in preparation for the upcoming ‘Gather Round in the Barossa’ TV special event. Their visit was part of their effort to...

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12 hours ago

Putting one foot in front of the other for mental health

This Saturday will see men from across the region putting one foot in front of the other, as ‘Walk for a Bloke’ makes its debut trek through the Barossa. Starting and ending at Tanunda, the event will provide an opportunity for men to come...

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Bombers’ bowls victory

By Mike Teakle Division 1: Kapunda 86-75 Nuriootpa Kapunda broke a 37-year Division 1 premiership drought when the team beat Nuriootpa by 11 shots in the grand final at Kapunda on Saturday morning. The Bombers were the form team late in the regular...

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The final countdown: Barossa Park ready to welcome footy fans at Gather Round

The Barossa Park sporting precinct at Lyndoch has been officially opened ahead of the Gather Round 2025 matches, following a visit from South Australian Premier, Peter Malinauskas last week. The Barossa Council Mayor, Bim Lange joined Mr Malinauskas...

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Special TV event to Gather Round in the Barossa

The Barossa Valley is set to host an unforgettable evening as part of the AFL’s Gather Round, when Gather Round in the Barossa, hosted by Eddie McGuire, broadcasts live from Barossa Valley Estate on Tuesday, April 8, at 7:30pm on Channel 9 and 9Now...

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The icing on the cake for Kadi

At just 12 years old, Kaydence Rich from Nuriootpa is already making a name for herself in the world of cake decorating. The young baker is already known for her business ‘Cakes by Kadi’, and recently won first place at the Angaston Show for her...

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12 Mar 2025

Barossa to host World Crossbow Championships

Preparations are nearing completion for the World Crossbow Championships to be held at Rowland Flat from March 19 to 24. The tournament is being jointly organised by the Barossa Archery Club and the World Crossbow Shooting Association and will see...

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05 Mar 2025

Barossa Valley Pony Club

The Barossa Valley Pony Club is thrilled to have new signage at the entrance to its grounds on Angaston Road, Nuriootpa, thanks to the generous donation of a local business. In the 1960s local identity John Dallwitz gifted the seven-hectare site to...

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26 Feb 2025

Concerns over impact of illegal dumping

A long-time visitor to the Light River has been left disappointed after discovering a large pile of waste dumped in the waterway near Bagot Well. James Fowler frequently visits the Light River to check on its condition, and said he, “couldn’t...

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26 Feb 2025

Mahlia scores state selection

“I am so excited to be selected and look forward to working hard and playing with my team at the national championships,” Mahlia told The Leader

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