Tag: travel

Airport gallery takes off

Two local councils combined to unveil the Mount Gambier Regional Airport’s inaugural exhibition in the venue’s new gallery.
Grant Grant District Council and the Riddoch...

Robe off roaders stray too far

Work is currently under way on a new Robe to Beachport 4WD map.
Robe District Council chief executive Nat Traeger said action is being taken...

Regional patient transport boost

Limestone Coast residents in need of emergency medical transport to capital cities are set to benefit thanks to a new funding allocation from the...

Parking exclusions to accommodate bus zones

Three bus stops in the vicinity of Mount Gambier’s Wehl Street will be converted into bus zones to remedy safety and accessibility concerns.
Following a...

Safety work completed at key intersections

Drivers in Mount Gambier can enjoy a smoother and safer drive after work was finally completed on four upgraded roundabouts in the city.
The upgradings...

Regional customers clear to keep flying

Regional Express has released an update a week after the airline went into voluntary administration. Mid-last week the airline cancelled its capital city routes, but...

No relief at rest area for drivers

There will be no public toilets as part of the new heavy vehicle rest area costing $3.8m on the Princes Highway at Salt Creek.
There...

More traffic disruptions 
in the works

Roadworks are causing ongoing delays for motorists in Mount Gambier due to upgrades commencing on the Penola Road/Jubilee Highway West roundabout. The roadworks form part...

Tourists arrive in droves

The Limestone Coast region is experiencing a tourism surge due to the Easter long weekend, AFL Gather Round and the Fringe Festival.
The local economy...

Play it safe for Gather Round

Motorists travelling to this weekend’s AFL Gather Round in Adelaide are being urged to plan ahead and stop every two hours, including at the...

Easter treats at Coonawarra

The Easter Long Weekend is just around the corner and Coonawarra’s wineries are going that extra mile to fill the baskets and itineraries of...

Fishing tourism strategy to lure more SA visitors

Anew strategy released this week aims to grow recreational fishing tourism in South Australia to $468m by 2030.
Developed by the State Government through the...

Airport a hive of activity

An increase in activity has been welcomed at the Mount Gambier Regional Airport with the presence of helicopters, water bombing aircraft and construction at...

Tourism shift avoids winter blues

There has been a major change to the way the city of Mount Gambier is being promoted through a tourism perspective to encourage younger...