BUDGET REVIEW: By Terry Williams COUNTRY people appeared to have survived reasonably unscathed after the tough State Budget was delivered last Thursday. But there is a sting in its tail, with funding cuts and rises in other areas impacting on rural residents. • Read the rest in our online edition: http://plainsproducer.realviewdigital.com
Tag: June 25
Plans to form new trail group
A new group aimed at supporting Balaklava’s Shamus Liptrot Cycling Trail is being formed. • Read the rest in our online edition: http://plainsproducer.realviewdigital.com
Local staff could aid council’s community connection
I refer to recent items in the Plains Producer and the Port Wakefield Community Newsletter (PWCN) regarding Wakefield Regional Council. • Read the rest in our online edition: http://plainsproducer.realviewdigital.com
Saving to be made from delaying major projects
Mayor James Maitland states it is one of the hardest decisions council has had to make (Plains Producer online slots June 18, Page 4), due to the Federal Budget removing $350,000 from council’s operating funds. • Read the rest in our online edition: http://plainsproducer.realviewdigital.com
Another award shows Mathie’s is makin’ best bacon
WHO has been makin’ the best bacon in South Australia? Mathies Meat Shoppe in Clare! • Read the rest in our online edition: http://plainsproducer.realviewdigital.com
Keep Meals on Wheels rolling
• The Meals on Wheels branch is desperately looking for new volunteers. All training is provided and you would only be required about once a month or less. • Read the rest in our online edition: http://plainsproducer.realviewdigital.com
River improvements expected to flow on
MINTARO’s Dianne and Graeme Johnson have committed to improving a 15 kilometre stretch of the Wakefield River that runs through their property, hoping the benefits will eventually flow on to other landholders in the region. • Read the rest in our online edition: http://plainsproducer.realviewdigital.com
Aphid bugging canola growers
APHIDS! Aphids everywhere. Last week, the Plains Producer reported on widespread issues with cowpea aphid amongst medic, lentil and legume crops. • Read the rest in our online edition: http://plainsproducer.realviewdigital.com
One card to rule them all
Balaklava and Snowtown Libraries are moving to a new library card system that allows access to about 3 million library items across SA. • Read the rest in our online edition: http://plainsproducer.realviewdigital.com
REGIONAL AGENDA: Brock to bring ministers to Frome’s south
Exclusive by Terry Williams BOWMANS Intermodal and Balaklava are on a “must see” list for State government online casinos Ministers as they ramp up inspection tours of rural areas. • Read the rest in our online edition: http://plainsproducer.realviewdigital.com