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Youth Week winning writer announced
12 May 2023

Year 10 student Ani Drexler has been announced as the winner of the Mount Gambier Library’s writing competition as part of the recent City of Mount Gambier’s Youth Week program of events. Read full article

Fiona Lowe to launch 'The Money Club'
12 May 2023

Mount Gambier Library is thrilled to host bestselling Australian author Fiona Lowe with her latest release, The Money Club, on Wednesday 24 May at 7:00pm. Read full article

Abundant Wonder Children's Drawing Competition
11 May 2023

The Riddoch Arts and Cultural Centre is providing children with a chance to have artist Tom Moore turn their mythical creature drawing into a glass sculpture, as part of the Abundant Wonder exhibition. Read full article

Consultation now open for Shared Use Path Masterplan
08 May 2023

The City of Mount Gambier is inviting community feedback to inform the development of a Shared Use Path Masterplan. Read full article

Victoria Purman returns with highly anticipated novel
27 April 2023

Mount Gambier Library welcomes the return of award-nominated bestselling author Victoria Purman with her highly anticipated novel 'A Womans Work' on Thursday 11 May 2023 at 7:00pm. Read full article

Exceptional Junior awarded for 2022
05 April 2023

Local swimmer Vaughn Stratford has been named the 2022 City of Mount Gambier Junior Sports Assistance Fund Exceptional Junior. The local athlete received $1,500, funded by the Mount Gambier Commercial Club, at a Cheque Presentation Ceremony held today. Read full article

Library closed on Thursday 30 March 2023
23 March 2023

The Mount Gambier Library will be closed on Thursday, 30 March 2023, for essential maintenance. The closure is necessary to allow for the resurfacing of the floors to ensure the building's longevity and maintenance. Read full article

Switch off for Earth Hour 2023
21 March 2023

City of Mount Gambier is switching off lights at The Riddoch Arts & Cultural Centre, Library, Vansittart Park, Lady Nelson Brig, and the Centenary Tower for one hour between 8:30pm and 9:30pm on 25 March to support Earth Hour 2023. Read full article

Dual names approved for significant cultural sites
16 March 2023

The City of Mount Gambier, in collaboration with Traditional Owners and cultural leaders, is pleased to announce the successful implementation of dual names for six significant cultural sites. This milestone was achieved after receiving formal approval from the Government of South Australia, and is being celebrated by the community. Read full article

Wulanda Recreation and Convention Centre Official Opening
16 March 2023

Mount Gambier’s Wulanda Recreation and Convention Centre has been officially opened. Read full article