The Plains Producer

23/03/2025

Robertstown Bowling Club has made history, winning its first ever Division One premiership for Saturday Pennants in the Mid North Bowling Association Quinn Shield Grand Final at Saddleworth yesterday.

One of the Mid North's smallest bowling clubs has made history at Saddleworth at the weekend, winning its first ever [...]

21/03/2025

🏀 It's Grand Final night for the Adelaide Plains Basketball Association, with the Ralli Park Basketball courts full of activity. Look out for coverage and all the winners in the upcoming edition of the Plains Producer.

21/03/2025

Balaklava High School staff and students got hands on with an artistic addition to the grounds as part of Harmony Day today, promoting the message of inclusivity and unity.

Harmony Day was on Friday, March 21 and Balaklava High School embraced the message of the day with an artistic [...]

20/03/2025

Taylors Wines has earned recognition at the 36th annual Mundus Vini Grand International Wine Awards recently, with SA wineries claiming 31 out of the 34 Grand Gold and Gold medals awarded to Australian wineries.

A Clare Valley family winery has claimed significant recognition for its sauvignon blanc at the presitgious 36th annual Mundus Vini [...]

20/03/2025

There were varied levels of rainfall across South Australia today, with areas of the Upper North seeing big totals and further down into the Mid North it was more subdued. How much did you receive today?

Many areas across the state saw their first major rainfall of the year on Thursday, however farmers and communities are [...]

20/03/2025

⭐️LAST CHANCE - SURVEY ENDS SOON ⭐️

🗳️ What matters most to YOU this Federal Election? 🗳️

The countdown to the election is on, and we want to hear from regional Australia! 🌏🏡 What issues are shaping your vote?

Cost of living? Housing? Healthcare? Something else?

As one of South Australia's largest independent regional news publishers, SA Today is running a quick 5-minute survey to gauge community sentiment ahead of the big day.

📢 Have your say & make your voice count! 📢

👉 Take the survey now 👉 https://plainsproducer.com.au/competitions/2025/02/25/reader-survey-have-your-say-about-the-federal-election/

We’ll share the results with our readers, so don’t miss this chance to be part of the conversation!

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19/03/2025

Even after a difficult year for producers, there was plenty to be optimistic about as the best of South Australia's merino genetics was on display at the annual Elders SA Stud Merino Expo last week.

After a difficult year for producers across the region, there was much to be hopeful for at the annual start [...]

19/03/2025

Minister for Education, Training and Skills Blair Boyer MP visited Freeling Primary School last week to view infrastructure issues at the school, and announce a masterplan for the site.

A blueprint for the future of Freeling Primary School will come together following a visit from Minister for Education, Training [...]

19/03/2025

🏏 It has been a great season for Mallala's Brad Wilson, claiming five honours at the recent Barossa and Light Cricket Association awards night, including the top A1 award.

Mallala A1 cricketer Brad Wilson capped off a stellar season, claiming five awards at the Barossa and Light Cricket Association [...]

18/03/2025

Inside this week's edition of the Plains Producer:
• Areas including Balaklava and Port Wakefield impacted by regional power outage.
• Clare Rodeo returns, providing thrills and excitement.
• Funding announced for Lifeline Centres in Clare and Port Pirie.
• Rotary fundraiser helps to bring hay to farmers in need.
• Best of South Australia's merinos on full display in Burra.
• New dog park officially opened in Two Wells.
• First week of our Sowing the Seed feature, including a look at the Hart Getting the Crop In event.
• Multiple honours for Mallala's Brad Wilson following a stellar season in Barossa and Light cricket.
• Latest sports results including cricket, bowls, basketball and tennis.
• Plus more!
Read this week's edition here: https://www.plainsproducer.com.au/digital-editions

17/03/2025

A Balaklava family is taking part in the Cancer Council's The March Charge, supporting a cause close to their hearts following a shocking diagnosis last year.

A Balaklava family is getting fit and active in an effort to support Cancer Council SA, a cause which hits [...]

17/03/2025

Despite the warm conditions, an exciting evening was experienced for the more than 3000 people who attended this year's Clare Rodeo at the weekend. Click on the link for report and photos.

The 2025 Smart Earthworks Clare Rodeo again brought a large turnout on Saturday, March 15 at the Clare Showgrounds, to [...]

16/03/2025

🐾🐶 The newest addition to the Liberty Estate in Two Wells has officially opened, with Tails and Trails dog park being enjoyed by some of the local canines in the area.

15/03/2025

🏀 Adelaide Plains Basketball Association sent six teams to the Country Championships, held during the March long weekend, with some great results recorded.

Six teams from the Adelaide Plains Basketball Association competed at the Country Championships carnival, held over the March long weekend. [...]

14/03/2025

🏀 After the power was out all day, the Ralli Park basketball courts are illuminated with Adelaide Plains Basketball Association preliminary finals now underway. Has power returned to where you are yet?

14/03/2025

Communities including Balaklava and Port Wakefield have been left without power today due to an issue at the Hummocks substation, related to pollutant buildup in insulators.

The power supply for the Yorke and Mid North region has not escaped the effects of drought conditions, as a [...]

12/03/2025

After Clare Valley man Cameron Bond received a diagnosis no one ever wants to receive, the community rallied to support him and his family, which included a recent collective display of kindness.

When 29-year-old Cameron Bond went in for a routine colonoscopy on January 30, what he anticipated may lead to a [...]

11/03/2025