Police

Roadside robbery

A small family-run farm at Ironbank has been forced to close its unmanned roadside stall after thieves stole a large quantity of cash. Garlic producer Haaseford Farms had an “honor system” stall at Ironbank which allowed customers to purchase...

Scott Murphy

03 Apr 2024

Police

Arrest over stolen firearms

A cache of stolen firearms was seized from a Macclesfield property on Thursday, following a SAPOL investigation. Police searched a property on Wirrinilla Drive, where eight firearms and ammunition were located. Police said the weapons were stolen...

The Courier

27 Mar 2024

Police

Quick response and wind direction prevent ‘nasty’ situation

Fallen powerlines sparked a small fire at Bletchley last week in what could have been a “nasty” situation during an extreme fire danger day. The CFS declared a total fire ban across most of south-eastern SA on February 28, due to strong winds...

The Courier

06 Mar 2024

Police

Freeway car fire causes delays

A vehicle fire on the freeway near Stirling on Thursday last week has caused minor delays for commuters. Emergency services received reports of a car fire and potential grass fire at about 12.50pm with two CFS firetrucks and about 10 firefighters...

The Courier

06 Mar 2024

Police

Freeway rock incident causes $7000 in damage

A rock was allegedly thrown at a car travelling along the freeway, damaging its windscreen and causing about $7000 in damages. A Crafers resident was about to exit the freeway into Stirling after visiting Mt Barker on Monday, January 29, when they...

Joseph Moore

14 Feb 2024

Police

Vandals target Tour decorations

Hills towns decorated during the Tour Down Under have been targeted by vandals who locals suspect could be environmental activists. Last week, residents at Lobethal and Woodside awoke to find decorations that included the Santos logos had been...

Scott Murphy

24 Jan 2024

News

Cars ignite in shopping centre car park

For Hills baker Chris Kelly, last Wednesday, December 13, was just like any other morning until the smell of smoke wafted through the bakery at about 3.10am. His apprentice had just arrived to the Bakers Delight store at Mt Barker Central to help...

Scott Murphy

20 Dec 2023

Police

Cherry Gardens arsonist hears from victims

The man convicted of starting the Cherry Gardens fire has heard how his actions impacted the lives of his victims. Gregory John McGannon, 63, of Hallet Cove, appeared in the District Court via video link on Monday where victim impact statements were...

Louis Mayfield

29 Nov 2023

Police

Littlehampton axe victim speaks out as third person charged

The victim of an alleged axe attack that happened in a Littlehampton garage in 2017 has spoken out, as a third person is arrested over subsequent alleged attempts on his life. Jonathon Hawtin, 36, was left a tetraplegic in 2017 after he was hit in...

Elisa Rose

29 Nov 2023

Police

Alleged bandit’s assets frozen

The alleged “bicycle bandit” accused of terrorising the Hills during a decade-long crime spree has been frozen out of $1.5m in assets, including the seaside home where he is serving home detention bail. Last week the District Court placed...

The Courier

22 Nov 2023

Police

Charges laid over Littlehampton axe incident

A woman who allegedly tried to have her husband killed multiple times, including once at a property in Littlehampton, has been arrested overseas. Last week police from the Republic of Palau, on behalf of the SA Police Major Crime Investigation...

Elisa Rose

22 Nov 2023

Police

Mural vandalised months after unveiling

A mural depicting the late Bob Wallis, who bought and renovated Mt Barker’s Auchendarroch House and helped build the Wallis Cinemas brand, has been vandalised “beyond repair” according to the Wallis family. The large artwork overlooking...

Scott Murphy

15 Nov 2023

Police

RSL devastated by Remembrance Day vandalism

A field of crosses at Stirling commemorating those who served in Australia’s conflicts has been “senselessly vandalised”, leaving veterans to pick up the pieces. The crosses were installed by the Stirling RSL at the Coventry Library Grounds...

Scott Murphy

15 Nov 2023