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Get the latest PIRSA information at the SE Field Days

14 March 2024

All the latest information and advice on biosecurity, drought management, and fisheries and aquaculture will be available at the Primary Industries and Regions South Australia (PIRSA) tent at the South East Field Days this week.

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Finalists announced for AgriFutures Rural Women’s Award

9 February 2024

The designer of luxury wedding gowns made from Merino wool, the mastermind behind a ground-breaking community-focused app and a devoted advocate for suicide prevention have been shortlisted as the 2024 AgriFutures Rural Women's Award South Australian…

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Historic investment for mobile phone coverage in Limestone Coast

13 December 2023

The Federal Albanese Government today announced $15 million to boost mobile phone coverage in the Limestone Coast – adding to funding already committed by the Malinauskas Labor Government.

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Funding boost to support Riverland Wine Industry’s road to recovery

21 November 2023

The State Government has today announced further support for the Riverland Wine Industry following the challenges faced with oversupply of red wine grapes, global reduction of alcohol consumption and market access supply chain disruptions.

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Eyre Peninsula's town of Wudinna named Ag Town of the Year 2023

10 November 2023

Wudinna in South Australia's Eyre Peninsula has been named the 2023 Agricultural Town of the Year at the Vale Brewing Restaurant and Bar on the grounds of the Beresford Estate, McLaren Flat.

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Aerial firefighting in the South East stronger than ever

27 October 2023

An additional two aircraft will service the South East as part of a major $27.6 million Malinauskas Government investment into aerial firefighting capacity.

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Limestone Coast calls: Historic boost for mobile coverage

26 October 2023

The Malinauskas Labor Government is providing one of the biggest investments in regional mobile phone coverage in the State’s history – providing $5.5 million to boost connectivity in the Limestone Coast.

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Iconic SA drinks brand Halls back in production

23 October 2023

Iconic South Australian beverage brand Halls is back in business, with production of classic soft drinks like Halls Lemonade, Lemon Twist and Fruita now underway.

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Thriving Communities round four grants announced

5 October 2023

Five more community projects from regional South Australia are set to receive grants from the State Government's $600,000 Thriving Communities Program.

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Rural ambassador for 2023 named at the Royal Adelaide Show

6 September 2023

Lachy Johnson from Bordertown has been announced as the 2023 State Rural Ambassador Award winner.

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SA Carp Frenzy
02 Mar, 6:30am - 3:00pm

SARDI farmer meeting – Lock
05 Mar, 9:00am - 12:00pm

SARDI farmer meeting – Rudall
05 Mar, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

SARDI farmer meeting – Cowell
06 Mar, 9:00am - 12:00pm

Tanunda Show
09 Mar, 8:30am - 4:30pm

South East Field Days
15 Mar - 16 Mar

Mount Pleasant Show
16 Mar, 9:00am - 5:00pm

Keith and Tintinara Show
23 Mar, 7:00am - 11:30pm

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