Overview
- Dairy groups across the region say the newly signed Australia–EU Free Trade Agreement will intensify import competition and push down farmgate prices.
- Industry voices argue the pact favors European suppliers over local processors during a period of significant operating pressures.
- SpendMapp data shows local spending in Naracoorte rose 7.6% between January 2024 and January 2026.
- The Limestone Coast football and netball seasons opened on Good Friday under lights, with South Gambier beating West Gambier 11.16 (82) to 6.5 (41) in football and West Gambier winning the A‑grade netball match.
- Wattle Range Council says public pools have closed for the season after the Easter long weekend.