A rising Riverland star

A RIVERLAND ballerina has been recognised by Australia’s largest and most prestigious dance educator for her talents and poise after taking centre stage earlier this month.

Berri-based Rosie Clark Studio dancer Portia Woolston – of Winkie – has been presented the Badenoch Iversen Award at the Royal Academy of Dance (RAD) 2026 Eileen Hogarth Awards, with the eight-year-old ballerina named first in the grade 2 and 3 division.