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1 month ago

Mount Gambier's 'blue blob' sculpture to go ahead, despite fierce online backlash

ABC

A regional South Australian council will go ahead with a controversial public art project, prompting a debate about the value of public art and community feedback. The City of Mount Gambier last month endorsed spending $136,000 on a large, blue sculpture of a mythical megafauna creature as part of its Beacon Art Project. Council chief executive Sarah Philpott said the …

Art Council Blue Public Mount Sculpture Mount Gambier

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Mount Gambier man charged over Nangwarry crash that killed two children granted bail

ABC

A Mount Gambier man charged over the deaths of two children in a three-car crash involving an emu has been granted bail despite concerns from police that his mobile phone was taken from the scene and has not been found since. They said a Toyota station wagon travelling behind the sedan then braked to avoid the crash, and then Mr …

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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Driver, 22, charged after three car crash near the South Australia-Victoria border that claimed the life of young brother and sister

Daily Mail

The driver of a car that allegedly smashed into the back of another vehicle causing the deaths of two children has been arrested and charged for reckless driving. A 22-year-old Mount Gambier man was arrested by police after the three-vehicle crash on the Riddoch Highway near Nangwarry about 2.40pm on Sunday. Major Crash Investigation Section officers have since charged him …

Driver Hospital Crash Mount Gambier

2 months, 3 weeks ago

Troy Bell confirms appeal after independent Mount Gambier MP was found guilty of theft and fraud

ABC

Independent Mount Gambier MP Troy Bell has confirmed he will lodge an appeal against the 25 guilty verdicts handed down by a District Court jury last week. He said that if Bell did not lodge a notice of appeal within 21 days of the verdicts, the government would "support a motion to vacate the seat of Mount Gambier, prompting a …

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2 months, 3 weeks ago

Why it took so long for South Australian MP Troy Bell to learn his fate for fraud allegations

ABC

Troy Bell could not wipe the smile from his face when he entered the South Australian political arena after a successful career in education. Troy Bell's case first reached the District Court in 2018, seven years before his fraud trial began. The trial of South Australian MP Troy Bell will include allegations of "money laundering", "document forging" and "outright thefts", …

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3 months, 1 week ago

Mount Gambier woman enjoys freedom through 'addiction' to V/Line after life in institutions

ABC

Daphne Robinson is making the most of her freedom after spending more than two decades in medical and mental health institutions. "The more I go over, the more I get addicted to it," Ms Robinson says. After falling asleep on the train one Friday, she found it was possible to go all the way from Mount Gambier to the Southern …

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5 months ago

High School Musical plot replicated in real life as Mount Gambier boy's voice shines on stage

ABC

In the movie High School Musical, Troy Bolton is the captain of the basketball team, but he struggles with stepping out of the status quo when he realises that he also has a talent for singing. Wil Merchant, 15, recently starred as Troy in Grant High School's production of Disney's High School Musical. Talent shining through Wil's mother, Krystal Merchant, …

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6 months, 1 week ago

Cody Edwards manslaughter plea accepted during Synamin Bell murder trial in Mount Gambier

ABC

In short: Cody Edwards has pleaded guilty to the manslaughter of Synamin Bell, after pleading not guilty to her murder. Self-defence claim Family and domestic violence support services: If you need help immediately call emergency services on triple-0 1800 Respect National Helpline: 1800 737 732 Women's Crisis Line: 1800 811 811 Men's Referral Service: 1300 766 491 Lifeline: 131 114 …

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7 months, 1 week ago

Sinkholes and caves attracting international tourism attention for SA's Limestone Coast

ABC

Since he was a teenager, the sinkhole on fourth-generation farmer Graham Kilsby's property has been his playground. "We're getting people from all around Australia coming to Mount Gambier, but we're also getting that international market as well," Mr Kilsby said. While divers and dry cavers have been exploring underground on the Limestone Coast for decades, Mr Pearce said it was …

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7 months, 4 weeks ago

Couple marry in ceremony at medieval fair that 'literally ties bride and groom together' as alternative weddings bloom

ABC

When Kirilee Chapman and Michael Sargeant were planning their wedding, they considered having the ceremony at a comic con or even a zoo. "Because it was at the medieval fair and because Kirilee and Michael knew there was going to be a whole heap of random people there watching, we were able to do it at a reduced price to …

Wedding Couple Ceremony Fair Michael Supplied Mount Gambier

8 months ago

Calls for greyhound racing inquiry recommendation to be implemented following two deaths in 10 days

ABC

In short: Two greyhounds have died on the same racetrack in the space of 10 days. An anti-greyhound racing group says the "unnecessary" deaths of greyhounds will continue while the South Australian government waits to appoint an independent commissioner for the sport. SA state director Elle Trahair said greyhound deaths were still occurring despite the industry's promises to reform. It …

Deaths Industry Race Greyhounds 10 Days Mount Gambier Grsa

10 months, 1 week ago

Smaller SA towns worried about becoming poorly serviced outposts in health staff shortage

ABC

In short: Patients are travelling to larger towns to seek healthcare because of shortages in medical and nursing staff. With only a locum doctor based at the Millicent hospital and that person not available all the time, Dr Bushell said Millicent residents like Ms Bowman and her daughter were often heading to Mount Gambier, about 50 kilometres away. "That makes …

Health Work Mount Staff Clinic Mount Gambier Towns

10 months, 2 weeks ago

Push for water birthing option at Mount Gambier Hospital as local mums voice support

ABC

In short: More mums-to-be are considering water birthing, but the option is not yet available at the Mount Gambier hospital. More mums-to-be are considering water birthing, but the option is not yet available at the Mount Gambier hospital. Sarah Vater was the first mother to have a baby via water birthing at Berri and said she could not "put into …

Health Water Birth Hospital Mount Mount Gambier Option

11 months ago

Rainy Mount Gambier weather not putting off younger tourists wanting to be close to nature

ABC

The South Australian city of Mount Gambier is known for its cold and wet weather, but those involved in the local tourism industry say that is not holding back younger visitors from coming to the city as much as it did for baby boomers. City of Mount Gambier strategic development and visitor economy coordinator Amanda Stevens said millennials and members …

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1 year ago

SA urgent care clinic opening hours criticised, government accused of breaking promise

ABC

The Opposition says Labor is breaking an election promise by reducing the opening hours of urgent care clinics that were announced ahead of last year's federal election. Key points: The opposition says the federal government is not doing enough to help recruit doctors A clinic operator says he has not been told to open during certain hours He says the …

Medicare Care Urgent Open Hours Clinic Clinics

1 year, 2 months ago

Heart enlargement condition strikes down boy just days before 15th birthday

ABC

Dexter O'Dine was just two days away from celebrating his 15th birthday earlier this month when extreme tiredness and a puffy face prompted a trip to hospital. Key points: Dexter is stable but on life support in Melbourne with an enlarged heart He will remain in an induced coma while doctors decide the best course of action A fundraiser for …

Family Heart Melbourne His Family His Mother Dexter Mount Gambier

1 year, 4 months ago

Mount Gambier drug and alcohol rehabilitation centre approved despite residents' objections

ABC

A drug and alcohol rehabilitation centre has been approved for Mount Gambier despite nearby residents objecting to the proposal on safety grounds. Key points: Uniting Communities has been approved to build a drug and alcohol rehabilitation centre Nearby residents had objected to the proposal Drug addiction is a big problem in Mount Gambier The Uniting Communities' facility, which can accommodate …

Alcohol Community Health Residents Drug Mount Gambier Rehabilitation Centre Nearby Residents

1 year, 4 months ago

Raising 'prestige' of GPs key to addressing regional SA doctor shortages

ABC

The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners says the industry needs to raise the "prestige" of general practice to help fix regional doctor shortages in Mount Gambier and other regional centres. Key points: Health leaders say there are not enough GPs being trained in Australia to meet demand Medical students are choosing to move into specialist roles rather than working …

Health Medical Students General Doctor Practice Mount Gambier

1 year, 5 months ago

Regional SA soccer players prepare to reap benefits of Matildas' Women's World Cup opener

ABC

These girls may be located five hours from the closest match at this upcoming FIFA Women's World Cup, but they still hope the event will leave a lasting legacy in their home towns. Far away from the expected sell-out crowd the Matildas will enjoy at Stadium Australia, these girls are preparing for weekend matches in Mount Gambier, South Australia, where …

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1 year, 5 months ago

Families could soon have better end-of-life care as proposed palliative care facility a step closer

ABC

A business case into a dedicated palliative care facility in Mount Gambier will soon begin following support for the project from both major parties in state parliament last week. Key points: Mt Gambier is a step closer to a dedicated palliative care facility The end-of-life facility would service the greater Limestone Coast area The proposed facility would offer home-like comfort …

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1 year, 8 months ago

AFL Gather Round boosts SA tourism, but 'lost opportunity' for South East match

ABC

AFL fans heading to the league's Gather Round in South Australia over the weekend are boosting tourism in the South East region, but some say it is a missed opportunity to hold a match in Mount Gambier. 'Lost opportunity' When the Gather Round was announced in November there had been hope one of the matches would be held in Mount …

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1 year, 10 months ago

Backers of Mount Gambier radiation clinic hopeful despite SA government funding rejection

ABC

The proponents of a proposed cancer radiation clinic in Mount Gambier say the project can still get off the ground despite a government funding shortfall. Key points: Plans for a radiation clinic in Mount Gambier are yet to be fully funded by the state or federal governments A group of locals have launched a petition to secure funding for the …

Cancer Services Funding Care Radiation State Group

1 year, 11 months ago

Ex-AFL players heading to Mount Gambier for mental health health awareness match

ABC

A number of ex-AFL stars will head to a South Australian regional town to help raise awareness and funds for men's mental health support next month. Key points: Ex-AFL players Dane Swan, Shane Mumford and Leon Davis are among the stars heading to Mount Gambier The Match for Mental Health will raise money for Headspace Local celebrities will also be …

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2 years, 11 months ago

Underwater world

ABC

Kilsby Sinkhole, Mount Gambier, SA. "That's a Mayan word from Mexico because of the limestone peninsula there, and that was their name for their sinkholes with water in which they used to live on 1,000 years ago," Ian says. "It was very weird at the time, but I'm really glad that it's done something to promote the South East and …

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