Algal bloom on the move
Caitlin Menadue. Algal bloom levels are shifting along northern Yorke Peninsula, with concerns growing for local marine life — including the region's well-known stingrays. Recent footage captured in Moonta Bay showed a large fever of rays moving through shallow waters late last month, with locals suggesting they may be trying to escape the bloom.
Yorke Peninsula Country Times, 14 April 2026
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Petition calls for stamp duty relief for regional buyers
Residents across Yorke Peninsula are being encouraged to support a petition calling for stamp duty to be waived on existing homes for first homebuyers in regional South Australia. The initiative, led by the City of Victor Harbor and supported by Barunga West Council and other regional councils, aims to reduce upfront costs for buyers and improve housing access in country areas.
Thomas wins Narungga recount
Caitlin Menadue. One Nation's Chantelle Thomas has been elected in the seat of Narungga following a nail-biting recount, as part of a broader SA election that delivered a decisive win for Labor ... Ms Thomas said she was eager to begin work representing the community ... Joining One Nation in parliament is former Yorke Peninsula local Rebecca Hewett, elected to the Legislative Council.
Yorke Peninsula Country Times, 8 April 2026
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Narungga still a nailbiter… recount expected
Michelle Daw. The Liberal Party has requested a recount in the seat of Narungga, with the result still undecided after a knife-edge finish. As of 10am on Monday, March 31, One Nation candidate Chantelle Thomas was leading by just 77 votes, holding 12,078 votes (50.2 per cent) on preferences, ahead of Liberal candidate Tania Stock on 12,001 votes (49.8 per cent).
Yorke Peninsula Country Times, 31 March 2026
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New drones work wonders for shark sightings
Austinn Lane. A large bronze whaler shark was spotted at the recent Berry Bay Surf Jam on southern Yorke Peninsula, thanks to drone technology. South Australian Shark Watch founding director, Anton Covino took drones to the event to test their potential for monitoring shark activity.
Result on tenterhooks
Michelle Daw. Just a hair’s breadth separates One Nation and the Liberal Party in Narungga as preference counting continues to determine the outcome of Saturday’s state election. As at 10am today, Tuesday March 24, One Nation’s Chantelle Thomas was leading against the Liberal Party’s Tania Stock by an estimated 98 votes. One Nation had garnered 7, 416 votes compared to 4,214 for Mrs Stock.
Yorke Peninsula Country Times, 24 March 2026
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