Port Lincoln locals deal with tragedy

Port Lincoln residents have been invited to gather at football clubrooms as they come to terms with a tragedy that has shattered the community.

Police confirmed on Friday that Damien Little shot himself and his two boys, four-year-old Koda and nine-month-old Hunter, before driving off a wharf in the town.

Football clubrooms in Port Lincoln will be open on Saturday to provide a venue for residents to come together in the aftermath of the tragedy.

Officials said it would give locals a place to express their thoughts in an informal setting.

A fund has also been established to help the Little family cover funeral and other expenses.

Mr Little's wife Melissa released a statement on Friday saying the loss of her two young boys had left her heart broken.

"I will miss them and think about them each and every day. Their futures were full of endless possibilities," she said.

"Koda had the biggest heart, so loving and caring. He always loved a hug, had so much enthusiasm and was a willing helper.

"Hunter was such a happy, content and smiling baby. His laughter was infectious and his cheeky little personality was just beginning to emerge."

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