Tara Nash: Hills and Fleurieu journalist

26/02/2024

It's a privilege to report on social issues that can spark meaningful conversations.
Domestic violence survivor and campaigner Glyn Scott vulnerably shared her harrowing story with The Southern Argus to help support other victims.
The piece was awarded for Excellence in Journalism at the Country Press SA Awards on Friday night.

A Mount Barker domestic violence survivor, who is now advocating for and supporting other victims, shared her story with The Southern Argus for White Ribbon Day. A content warning is advised for this article which mentions domestic violence and...

08/03/2023

I'm incredibly privileged to work with the passionate and hardworking team behind The Southern Argus, which was awarded best newspaper in our circulation for 2022.

21/02/2023

On the 40th anniversary of Ash Wednesday, two long-standing Country Fire Service members reflect on their first-hand experience, remembering it "like it was just yesterday".

Since 1866 The Southern Argus has been keeping the community informed. Serving Strathalbyn & District, Hills and Fleurieu. On sale each Thursday.

18/01/2023

As wind, rising water levels and tide threatened Milang shacks recently, community members pulled together to help sandbag around each other’s properties.

Since 1866 The Southern Argus has been keeping the community informed. Serving Strathalbyn & District, Hills and Fleurieu. On sale each Thursday.

18/11/2022

A Strathalbyn firey recently celebrated an impressive half-century of service.

For most of his life, South Australian Country Fire Service (CFS) volunteer, Peter Simpson (pictured), has been a staple in local and further afield emergencies; responding to bushfires, building fires and road crash rescues. Next month, the...

28/10/2022

WORLD LEMUR DAY: Journalist Tara Nash got a sneak peek of Monarto Safari Park's Land of the Lemurs experience ahead of its public opening on November 14.

17/08/2022

A Goolwa resident was forced to live in a tent for eight months amid the rental crisis and rise of cost of living. Her and other social housing residents share their stories.

Since 1866 The Southern Argus has been keeping the community informed. Serving Strathalbyn & District, Hills and Fleurieu. On sale each Thursday.

29/07/2022

The community raised $22,000 to help this woman receive a heart transplant.

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Holding her hands over her chest, Strathalbyn resident Vanessa Gale feels the healthy thump of her new heart. “I’m so grateful and my heart feels amazing… I keep feeling it,” she said. “It’s got a beautiful heartbeat.” She was recently...

15/06/2022

A Goolwa charity has felt the biggest demand for its services yet, as the cost of living rises.

A Goolwa charity has felt the biggest demand for its services yet, as the cost of living rises. Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) released data which found the Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose 5.1 per cent annually, and 2.1 per cent over the...

01/06/2022

We Serve.
Battunga Country Lions club are very happy to be able to help this lovely local resident.

25/05/2022

LifeInABagSA is holding its annual winter drive this week, with donations accepted at outlets across the southern region.

https://www.southernargus.com.au/community-news/bags-of-hope-residents-donating-essential-items-for-those-in-need

Outlets in Strathalbyn, Goolwa and Mount Compass are offering drop-off points as part of an annual drive for vulnerable people. Residents can donate a bag of items, such as toiletries, long-life meals, and things to keep warm, such as blankets and...

28/04/2022

After about 60 years of volunteering for surf lifesaving clubs, most recently in Goolwa, Terry Silcox completed his final patrol. Read about his life here: https://www.southernargus.com.au/surfs-up-a-sand-ing-ovation-for-long-serving-goolwa-lifesaving-volunteer

23/04/2022

Macclesfield RSL twilight service tomorrow night will recgnise on the 80th anniversary of the Darwin bombings.

https://www.southernargus.com.au/macclesfield-to-remember-the-sacrifices-of-many-during-twilight-anzac-day-service

Since 1866 The Southern Argus has been keeping the community informed. Serving Strathalbyn & District, Hills and Fleurieu. On sale each Thursday.

13/04/2022

The world was overwhelming for Warren when he became sober for the first time in 30 years.
“I can imagine it would be like what it’s like coming out of prison… and everything’s changed,” he said.
“Everything was so real.”
He shared his inspiring story to help others, and spark conversations in households.

More than three years ago, Strathalbyn resident Warren Howe – who goes by Wazza – changed his life around. “You know you’ve got a problem with drugs and alcohol when it starts costing you more than money,” he said, a quote that rung true...

07/11/2021

After two years, my final weddings are in the Sunday Mail today. It's been such a privilege to cover the biggest days of peoples' lives and capture that emotion. I have loved it. But, onto the next exciting chapter 🤗

04/10/2021

Ron and Natalie have recently celebrated two huge milestones - 70 years of marriage and both of their 90th birthdays.
I love writing these warming, local stories of life and enduring love 🤗.
Read about them in The Advertiser today.

03/10/2021

There's a story on a super fun wedding in the Sunday Mail today - complete with Star Wars and Harry Potter themed vows, photos, music and cake topper 😄

07/06/2021

As Leo and Glenice Forrest celebrate their milestone 60 year anniversary, they reveal their secret to a lasting marriage: give and take, communication and supporting each other. "They were our vows and they're still very important things," Glenice says.
Read their story in The Advertiser today.

24/05/2021

Whale season has started on the coast of our beautiful state. Learn more about it in yesterday's Sunday Mail.

13/03/2021

My scuba diving adventure is in in saweekend magazine today.

05/03/2021

Looking forward to tomorrow's show!

GENE PHOA, Millicent Sarre, Radio Adelaide, Adelaide Fringe

05/03/2021

I was hypnotised on stage while reviewing Isaac Lomman Hypnotist's show at the Adelaide Fringe.
Read about what happened in The Advertiser.

https://www.adelaidenow.com.au/entertainment/adelaide-fringe/reviews/hypnotised-adelaide-fringe-2021-review/news-story/5f30f14b76d4721a2b44bb42bb1c2f61

Hypnotised

01/03/2021

Pasquale and Vittoria may just be the luckiest couple in the world.
Without ever meeting in person, they married by proxy when Pasquale had already migrated to Australia.
And now, they're celebrating 65 years of marriage.
Their story is in The Advertiser today.

22/02/2021

Glamping at Pear Tree Hollow was a really fun weekend outdoors. My review was just in saweekend magazine.

24/01/2021

My review of the beautiful Carlew Sanctuary, Ironbank, was in saweekend magazine yesterday.