The Islander editorial – Did you survive the holiday crowds?
Having just returned from the uncomfortably packed South Coast NSW, where it could take one hour to drive 3km in some seaside towns, I can’t...
Letters to The Islander – Jan. 10
I am writing to our community through The Islander to draw attention to some important questions that have not been asked regarding the perceived...
Helicopter begins lift work at Prospect Hill stairs project
A helicopter has joined the construction crew busy working on the new stairway up Prospect Hill on Kangaroo Island. After setting up on site prior...
Contractor resumes work at the Emu Bay boat ramp
Work has resumed at the Emu Bay boat ramp after the Christmas break.Emu Bay boat ramp contractor Civil Tech returned to site on Monday,...
Toxic trials to tackle feral cats set to begin on KI
Toxic mode will be activated on the Felixer™ grooming traps for first time on Kangaroo Island in the battle to eradicate feral cats.Following an extensive...
Sunderland yacht drifts closer to Kangaroo Island shore
The abandoned yacht “Wild Eyes” was sighted again two days ago by commercial fishermen much closer to the shores of Kangaroo Island.The yacht was spotted...
Slam poetry, art out of “nothing” at KI’s Boomerbank
This Saturday evening will be a chance to hear some slam poetry and also catch the “Something From Nothing” art exhibition at the Boomerbank...
Kangaroo Island’s first baby for 2019
There have been some special deliveries on Kangaroo Island these holidays with at least three babies born.Holly Joy Baker was the first baby of 2019...
KI feral cat program contributes to positive biodiversity outlook
The Kangaroo Island feral cat eradication program is one of the positives outlined in 2018 EPA State of the Environment report. South Australia’s greatest environmental challenges...
KI celebrates first anniversary under National Disability Insurance Scheme
The Fleurieu and Kangaroo Island region is celebrating its first anniversary under the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS), with more than 560 local residents...
Jack scores highest marks for 2026 at Kangaroo Island Community Education
The Kangaroo Island Community Education dux for 2025 is Jack Wilson, who scored a perfect Australian Tertiary Admission Rank of 99.95.
This year’s proxime accessit,...
