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NLC supports cave research

Naracoorte Lucindale Council will contribute $60,000 towards a $900,000 Naracoorte Caves research project over three years. But reflecting on councillor training, some elected members are also concerned the state government is “cost-shifting”, forcing ratepayers already paying taxes to fund more and more state responsibilities ... “We are the council with the state's only world heritage site, which is incredible, and we get 100,000 people visiting our district because of the caves,” CEO Kelly Westell said.

Communities reconnect as PanCom returns

Myles Beaufort. A public town hall meeting held at Nimbin Town Hall on Sunday 23rd February drew strong community support for the relaunch of the Pan Community Council (PanCom), a regional network connecting intentional and land-sharing communities across the Northern Rivers.

Rushworth students build lifeline for wildlife after bushfires: Cleeland

Students at Rushworth P–12 College are helping restore wildlife habitat across fire-affected parts of northern Victoria, building more than 100 nesting boxes for native animals displaced by recent bushfires. Member for Euroa, Annabelle Cleeland MP recently visited the school’s HOPE (Hands-On Practical Education) program to see the project underway and meet students working alongside volunteers from the Rushworth Field & Game Club.

Join us for the March Hazardous Webinar – Fire case studies: Natural Hazards Research Australia

What can we learn from the meteorological conditions and extreme fire behaviour at the 2019 Currowan fire in New South Wales and 2021 Wooroloo fire in Western Australia? Join us for the March Hazardous Webinar: Fire case studies to hear from fire and meteorology experts about the Fire case studies project and perspectives from the end-users who will use the project outcomes.

Is regenerative agriculture really a win-win? Matthew Harrison

Matthew Harrison. It’s widely promoted for its environmental benefits. But how does it actually affect farm profitability and greenhouse gas emissions? Evidence remains limited. One reason is that regenerative agriculture is usually presented as a bundle of practices...

Tiny homes project changing lives of young students

There is something quite extraordinary happening at Hay War Memorial High School. In the school grounds, a tiny home is taking shape. It is being built not by tradies, not by developers, but by local kids with tools in their hands, pride in their work, and a future full of possibility.

Land clearing linked to myrtle rust disease in native forests: QUT

New research has revealed past land clearing is increasing the vulnerability of native Australian forests to the invasive myrtle rust disease — with regrowth forests emerging as hotspots for impact.

Students lead change at Youth Waste Conference

The region's next generation of waste warriors came together recently for Southern Downs Regional Council's inaugural Youth Waste Conference to drive action and inspire new ideas in sustainable waste reduction. Students from Dalveen State School, St Joseph's School and Warwick State High School attended the forum...

The hardest decision is to act

These words from Amelia Earhart capture a timeless truth about leadership. Earhart, who pushed beyond fear, convention, and uncertainty to chart new frontiers, understood that progress rarely comes from waiting. It comes from courageously stepping forward when outcomes are unclear.

Quiz #6/2026

Quizzes with friends is a fine way to fire up a Friday night! 1. In the film "Batman Forever", released in 1995, who played the...

Quiz #5/2026

Extra points for answering any question at all while doing your sit-ups. (You may have to enlist the aid of a friend to call...

Quiz #4/2026

Have you had your morning spinach? With three raw eggs? 1. Fingerprint classification was refined sufficiently to be used as evidence to solve a...

Sniffer dogs team up with air sampling device to tackle wildlife trafficking

Adelaide University researchers have shown that pairing sniffer dogs with a simple air-sampling device could dramatically improve the detection of illegally trafficked wildlife hidden inside shipping containers ... veterinarian researchers report that air extracted from sealed shipping containers can be analysed by detection dogs with almost 98 per cent accuracy...

Nilla Spark – Nilla’s Italian Kitchen

“People in my classes often say, ‘Oh my God this tastes amazing’ and I have to remind them that it tastes so good because they made it and they made it with the right intention. If you put love into your food, you're going to put love into your body.”

With clarity and focus, progress always follows

Progress follows when leaders provide clear direction and focus, because people perform best when they understand what matters, why it matters, and where to invest their energy.

Mentoring program supports profitable regenerative farming across the Tweed 

Tweed Shire Council will soon open applications for the next round of its Profitable Regenerative Farming Mentoring Program, with local farmers invited to learn more at an information session on 26 February. The peer-to-peer program pairs experienced regenerative farmers with emerging landholders to strengthen farm profitability while improving soil health, waterways  and biodiversity. 

Quiz #3/2026 – Winter Olympics special

Torvill and Dean haven't a patch on you; you'll skate through this quiz. 1. Where are the 2026 Winter Olympics being held?2. How many countries...

Where’s the childcare centre?

Big promises, no build as Naracoorte waits on old TAFE site project. A grand on-site announcement, artist impressions, and firm timelines promised a solution to Naracoorte’s long-running childcare shortage — but almost two years on, the proposed early learning and childcare centre at the former TAFE site has yet to take physical shape.

Berri Primary’s prayers answered

Madison Eastmond. A $15M funding boost to Berri Primary School was the highlight of a recent regional tour undertaken last week by Minister for Primary Industries and Regional Development Clare Scriven. Minister Scriven’s announcement of the State Government capital works investment program funding last Thursday has answered long-term advocacy calls for the major redevelopment of Berri Primary School...

Quiz #2/2026

Just an easy little one to boost your confidence... 1. What flower is the English rugby team emblem?2. What was the first event to be...

Silence is acceptance

Silence in leadership is never neutral — when issues, standards, or confusion go unaddressed, people interpret that quiet as permission.

Kindergarten pilot begins as record number of students start school: Cook, Winton

The Cook Government's landmark free Full-time Kindergarten Pilot begins today, marking a major milestone in early childhood education in Western Australia. The pilot is commencing at Roleystone Community College, Halidon Primary School, and Banksia Grove Primary School in the metropolitan region, and South Kalgoorlie Primary School and Dalyellup Primary School in regional Western Australia.

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