Germein Rural Traders

18/08/2024

Can anyone help me with the where abouts of a plaque that was erected in the Port Germein Memorial Park. It had a list of names of people who lived in the Port Germein district ,who served in Vietnam conflict 1962-1973

02/06/2024

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12/11/2023

Remembrance Day is a poignant reminder of the courage and selflessness of those who have given their lives for the freedom and peace we cherish today.

It is our duty to ensure that their sacrifices are never forgotten, and I encourage all South Australians to find a way to meaningfully commemorate Remembrance Day.

I was fortunate to spend time with Berni White yesterday.

As a former paratrooper and commanding officer of 16 Regiment, Royal Australian Artillery, Berni deployed to East Timor in 1999, Iraq in 2006, and Afghanistan in 2007, had a four-year-stint as the Military Attaché and a senior accredited Diplomat to the United States, before concluding his service as Military Advisor to the Royal Commission into Defence and Veteran Su***de Taskforce.

Berni talked to me about his family's proud history of military service, and some of the challenges facing contemporary veterans. You can read more about Berni's story in today's edition of The Advertiser.

To all current and former serving personnel, and their families: thank you for your service.

Lest we forget.

16/08/2023

16/08/2023

PORT PIRIE'S MILITARY HISTORY BROUGHT TO LIFE IN NEW MURAL DURING SALA FESTIVAL

We are thrilled to announce a captivating commemorative project that will breathe life into the military history of the region.

South Australian artist Sam Brooks, renowned for his extensive portfolio of public art, has partnered with his assistant Mark Harding to create a stunning mural on the side of the last remaining WW2 Belmont Hangar at Port Pirie Aerodrome.

Port Pirie Aerodrome served as a crucial hub during World War II, extensively utilised as a bombing and gunnery training school due to its ideal weather conditions and flat terrain. The mural, a testament to this rich heritage, aims to encapsulate the spirit of the time and pay tribute to those who served and lost their lives.

The mural is a joint initiative supported by Port Pirie Regional Council and the Department of Veterans’ Affairs which holds a deep historical significance.

For more details on this project, visit: https://www.pirie.sa.gov.au/noticeboard/latest-news/military-history-mural-for-port-pirie-aerodrome

16/08/2023

Work has started on the new lift at the Northern Festival Centre!!

You will see lots of changes when you visit the venue over the next 4-5 months.

Please allow extra time and look for signage when attending a show or movie as construction will limit space in our foyer.

Our friendly staff will be on hand to help.

16/08/2023

16/08/2023

A Code Blue has been activated for people sleeping rough in the Upper Spencer Gulf, Copper Coast, Clare Valley, and Kangaroo Island.

The SA Housing Authority has issued the extreme weather response to help connect those in need with support services in the region.

The Code Blue will be active until Friday morning and anyone experiencing homelessness or at risk of it is encouraged to contact Homelessness Connect SA on 1800 003 308.

16/08/2023

The “Weeroona Island Whale” will soon become part of the South Australian Museum’s collection for future research.

Museum collection manager of mammals Mr David Stemmer said that the bones were drying for storage after months in the site's 2500-litre heated macerating tanks at 35C.

The deceased creature washed ashore at Weeroona Island on Monday, March 6, and was transported to Adelaide on Tuesday afternoon.

Mr Stemmer said it was very exciting for staff to receive the 5.7 metre long animal and they appreciated the District Council of Mount Remarkable's effort to bring it to Adelaide.

Read the full story online now: https://portpirierecorder.com.au/
Picture supplied by SA Museum/David Stemmer: The whale bones drying.