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Kangaroo Island Fishing Rights
The South Australian state government has proposed a series of marine parks with 'no-
take' fish sanctuary zones around the state's coastline - including four around Kangaroo
Island - aimed at preserving fish stocks and, in KI's case, its iconic status as wildlife
haven. Claiming a lack of consultation and a devastating impact on the island's large net-
fishing economy, the KI council (along with 1500 protestors on Kingscote wharf) are up
in arms. The number of spray-painted banners around the island seems inversely propor-
tionate to the actual percentage of ocean that will be covered by the scheme (around 6%
of SA's ocean territory). But, as any local businessperson will tell you, island economies
are fragile things…
Adelaide Oval Redevelopment
The gorgeous old 1871 Adelaide Oval, oft touted as one of the most picturesque sporting
arenas in the world, is undergoing a $575-million facelift. The idea was to reinvigorate
the old dame, bringing AFL football to the venue and linking it more easily to the city
via a River Torrens footbridge. Gone are the picturesque old stands, making way for two
new sexy, scallop-roofed southern and eastern stands, plus restaurants, bars and a very
corporate vibe. Fortunately, the grassy 'hill' area and magnificent old heritage score-
board have dodged the wrecking ball, and the excellent Don Bradman Museum will re-
turn. Pessimists say it just won't be the same, but many locals think 'different' will also
mean 'better'.
