KI Laundry Services celebrates 50 years, still going strong
It was 50 years ago when Alf Dixon and his wife opened the KI Laundry Services, then touted as South Australia's first combined commercial...
Norma Germein turns 103 at Carnarvon at Kangaroo Island Hospital
Possibly Kangaroo Island’s oldest resident, Norma Germein added another year to her innings turning 103 on December 10, 2023.
She celebrated with family and the...
Happy holidays to KI – winners from the Advance Kingscote Christmas Pageant
The Islander wishes everyone a great Christmas and happy holidays.
What better way to end the year with photos and results from the annual Drakes...
Baudin Beach reserve to be named in honour of the Sabels
The Baudin Beach Progress Association has successfully lobbied the Kangaroo Island Council to name a reserve in the centre of the community after one...
New Art Museum of Kangaroo Island board meets, visits Reeves Point
The Art Museum of Kangaroo Island project has gained momentum with the first meeting of the company board on Kangaroo Island in early December,...
Oil seepage at Christmas Cove from historical leaks, contaminated groundwater
Historical oil leaks that occurred over a long period of time are the likely sources of the groundwater contamination at Christmas Cove, according to...
Lightning-caused power cuts Kangaroo Island extend out into week
Parts of Kangaroo Island were left without power for as long as three days after the storm of Monday and Tuesday, December 11 and...
Wonderful new wildlife signs along the Emu Bay foreshore thanks to KI community efforts
Without too much fanfare, the KI Wildlife Network launched its new signage at Emu Bay on December 8, 2023.
Unusual signage certainly. Not...
One day later Christmas week waste collection; weekly recycling over summer peak
The summer and festive season are here, and Kangaroo Island is perfect for locals and visitors alike to enjoy at this fabulous time of...
Federal member Rebekha Sharkie visits Kangaroo Island one final time for 2023
Federal Member for Mayo, Rebekha Sharkie spent a couple of days meeting with constituents, students and checking on some of her favourite projects on...