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10 hours ago

Tour Down Under ready to roll into the Barossa

The Santos Tour Down Under is gearing up to make a dash through the Barossa today, along with thousands of fans who will be gathering to cheer on the peloton as it powers through Tanunda, Angaston, Nuriootpa and Greenock. According to the Bureau of...

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11 hours ago

A man of the land

Bruce Hancock is a man whose life has been dedicated to the land and local agriculture, and this year he has been recognised for that commitment, as The Barossa’s Council’s Citizen of the Year, 2025. Throughout his 40 years of service to South...

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11 hours ago

Cricket

Pitch perfect at Greenock

The 2025 South Australian Cricket Association (SACA) Country Women’s Championship brought together top female cricketers from across Australia to the Barossa Valley last week. The prestigious event showcased the talent that Australia’s female...

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Sport

Mt Pleasant Pony Club hosts debut event for 2025

Mount Pleasant Pony Club hosted its first meet of the year at the end of last week. Starting on Friday, January 10, the event featured the annual Freshman’s Showjumping day that the Club hosts each January. The club hosts the event to encourage...

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Barossa Leader

Oh we’ve loved to have a beer with Maxy!

“Hey, Max! Someone wants you to sign these stubby holders! They’re buying two and want you to sign them!” Two stubby holders are passed down the row of Truro Hotel regulars, and into the hands of retiring publican, Max Wilson. While the 85-year-old...

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Greenock Park gets the green light

By Melissa Siri and Matt WebsterRudimentary facilities at Greenock Centenary Park will this year be improved by Light Regional Council, with budget funding for, ‘grandstand, canteen and shelter renewal’. The project was allocated $300,000 in the...

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Emergency Services

Search in the vines: Police resources deployed to find missing driver

By Matt WebsterSeveral police resources, including a SAPOL helicopter were involved in the search for a missing driver following a single car crash at Bethany on Monday. A caution sign and water depth gauge pole for the ford on Bethany Road were seen...

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Entertainment

Local legends bring the party to Australia Day bash at Tanunda

The Barossa is gearing up for a massive and unforgettable Australia Day celebration, and the Barking Ants are poised to be the highlight of the festivities at Pirathon Greens, Tanunda. The jam-packed day of Australian spirit, fun and live music will...

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08 Jan 2025

‘Fossil celebrates 40 years with Angaston Scouts

Brian ‘Fossil’ Williams was recently honoured with a surprise celebration to mark his 40 years of service with the Angaston Scouts. Current Scouts, former leaders, and old friends gathered at the Moculta Oval on December 7 to recognise the...

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08 Jan 2025

Touch Down: Lyndoch Street Party draws huge crowd after 20 year hiatus

Lyndoch’s main street was alive with excitement on Friday night as the much anticipated Lyndoch Street Party made its return after more than 20 years. Santa even made a surprise arrival via helicopter, courtesy of Barossa Helicopters, before...

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18 Dec 2024

Emergency Services

Think, drive and arrive safely this Christmas

By Matt WebsterAs the festive season approaches, Barossa Valley police are reminding drivers of the importance of keeping loved ones safe during the busiest time of year on the roads. Senior Sergeant Stephen Fitzgerald of the Nuriootpa Police Station...

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18 Dec 2024

Lyndoch Street Party draws huge crowd after 20 year hiatus

By Matt Webster Lyndoch’s main street was alive with excitement on Friday night as the much anticipated Lyndoch Street Party made its return after more than 20 years. Santa even made a surprise arrival via helicopter, courtesy of Baross...

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