You’ve stumbled upon the historic archives of the charming South Australian town of Nara: South Australia’s tidiest town 1993, 2003, and 2008, winner of Australia’s best Cornish pastie 1997, and home to the renowned Nara Fighting Roos.

You’re welcome to stop through, read up on the town’s history, appreciate the local literary scene, and admire the beautiful sights and sounds that have made Nara such a popular tourist destination.

No Gambos allowed.

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Different Horses for Different Folks
 Posted on March 4, 2015
A trade war erupts in Nara’s bustling horse accessory industry.

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The Proof of the Pudding
 Posted on February 4, 2015
A Shankey Christmas tradition suffers budget shortfalls.

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Local Limericks
 Posted on January 29, 2015
A selection of limericks by Cliff Shankey on Australian cities.

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The Christmas Pageant
 Posted on January 19, 2015
The town joins in seasonal good cheer. For a while.

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It’s Sharon
 Posted on January 14, 2015
Nara is subject to colonial invasion.

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The Blood of Chris
 Posted on January 14, 2015
Nara’s second oldest church experiences a Christmas miracle.

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Australia’s Greatest Cornish Pastie, 1997
 Posted on December 12, 2014
Ruth’s Bakery receives Australia’s highest pastie related honour.

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ANZACYC
Posted on May 15, 2014
A somber recounting of the brave Nara lads who went to war.

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Old Man Shankey and the Gambo Mob
Posted on March 2, 2014
Nara’s Fighting Roos seek vindication in the semi-finals.

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