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The Riddoch Arts and Cultural Centre will host a satellite program as part of the National Visual Art Education Conference (NVAEC) from Monday 19 to Wednesday 21 January 2026. Presented by the National Gallery of Australia, NVAEC will bring together teachers, artists, cultural practitioners and thought-leaders to inspire and energise best-practice teaching and learning in the visual arts. Read full article

City of Mount Gambier has unveiled a bold advocacy plan, outlining its vision to develop its reputation as South Australia’s world-class regional capital and a driving force for economic, social and cultural transformation across the Limestone Coast. Read full article

Mount Gambier Library welcomes back best-selling Australian rural romance author, Leonie Kelsall with the launch of her latest novel The Path Through the Coojong Trees on Sunday 14 December at 11:00am. Read full article

City of Mount Gambier has taken a formal position opposing proposed powers within the Federal Government’s Environment Protection Reform Bill 2025, following a resolution passed at the Council meeting on Tuesday 18 November 2025. Read full article

The Riddoch Arts and Cultural Centre has launched an interactive exhibition in the Kings Floor Gallery - Barnbul. Barnbul opened 8 November 2025, on show until 26 January 2026. Barnbul is the Bunganditj word for ‘blossom’ and was chosen for the room by the Bunganditij Language Reclamation Committee. Read full article

This Saturday 29 November 2025 the Waste Transfer Station will hold a free household chemical and paint drop - off day from 9:00am to 3:00pm. Read full article

The windows of the Old Town Hall on Commercial Street are once again lighting up for Christmas, with two windows already illuminated as the Mount Gambier Community Mayor's Christmas Appeal surpasses $10,000 in donations. Read full article

City of Mount Gambier is seeking community feedback on its draft Disability Access and Inclusion Plan (DAIP) 2025 - 2029. Read full article

Mount Gambier Library is delighted to announce the return of the popular 'Sensitive Santa' sessions for 2025, offering families a calm and personalised experience with Santa. These sessions will run Sunday 14 December 3:00pm – 5:00pm and Monday 15 December 3:00pm – 6:00pm. Read full article

City of Mount Gambier held a Special Council Meeting on Tuesday 18 November 2025 to hear verbal submissions from members of the public regarding the 2025 Review of the Basis of Rating. Read full article