Community News

Just another blow to farmers?

CHAFFEY MP TIM WHETSTONE gave the following speech regarding BUDGET CONCERNS FOR THE SA AGRICULTURE INDUSTRY last week in State Parliament… I RISE to talk about the woes of being a primary producer. South Australia’s $17bn agriculture industry...

Staff Contributors

4 hours ago

Community News

Waikerie Institute’s refurbishment underway

RENOVATIONS earmarked for the Waikerie Institute Soldiers Memorial Hall in Loxton Waikerie council’s budget for this financial year have begun. Loxton Waikerie council director of commercial and community services Andrew Waters said $200,000 was...

Christine Webster

4 hours ago

Community News

Blazers strike a partnership with Sabres

WITH the basketball world currently captivated by an incredible NBA playoffs, and NBA finals, locally, one club is making strides despite the competition being in the middle of the off-season. The Berri Blazers and NBL1 club Sturt Sabres recently...

Staff Contributors

11 hours ago

Community News

Riverland libraries offering more than just books

RIVERLANDERS are being encouraged to ‘check-out’ their local library and the services they provide, Berri Barmera Council Mayor Ella Winnall said Riverland libraries — some of more than 140 public libraries in the state — can be “so much...

Madison Eastmond

11 hours ago

Community News

Rego increases will affect farmers, local politician says

A RIVERLAND politician has expressed concern regarding increases to vehicle registrations and driving licences, and how these will impact farmers and local families during current economic challenges. The State Government recently announced a 3.1...

Sebastian Calderon

11 hours ago

Community News

Local MP celebrates new regional Starlink service

A MAJOR telecommunications company has partnered with an internet satellite provider to deliver improved remote mobile connectivity for regional areas such as the Riverland. Telstra, in partnership with Starlink, has enabled free satellite-to-mobile...

Sebastian Calderon

11 hours ago

Community News

Tim donates to Kosmos Community Kitchen

MAKING the mission to provide meals to most in need a little easier, a local politician donated a food processor to a Renmark charity kitchen. Volunteers of Kosmos Community Kitchen received a brand-new food processor from Chaffey MP Tim Whetstone...

Madison Eastmond

13 Jun 2025

Education

Funding for Renmark West

A RIVERLAND school has received funding as part of the 2025-26 State Budget’s $40m investment into the South Australian public sector. Renmark West Primary School is set to use the funding for infrastructure upgrades to the school’s toilet...

Madison Eastmond

13 Jun 2025

Community News

Berri centre (officially) open to community

RIVERLAND agency ac. care celebrated lauching the Berri Community Centre last Wednesday, officially marking the site’s status as a community centre and a place locals can connect with others, learn new skills, and seek support. Located on 5 Keally...

Madison Eastmond

13 Jun 2025

Community News

Caring for community

A LOCAL disability service provider is set to host a new event to help support its clients build potential employment connections. Berri-based Mobo Group will next Wednesday host its I.C.A.R.E event, providing local clients with disability an...

Madison Eastmond

13 Jun 2025

Education

Renmark student a language superstar

A RIVERLAND student has been awarded for a first-place ranking in a global language competition. Competing in French, Chinese, Vietnamese, Japanese, Greek, Italian, and Spanish, year 10 student Triny placed first for Renmark High School in the...

Madison Eastmond

13 Jun 2025

Community News

Can you help the Loxton Mardi Gras continue?

THE future of one of Loxton’s most-cherished community events is uncertain. The Loxton Mardi Gras Committee’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be held this Sunday, June 15, at 2pm, in the Woolshed Bar at the Loxton Club — and it could be...

Staff Contributors

12 Jun 2025

Community

Woolly good turnout in Baa-rmera

THE biggest sheep dog trial crowds yet gathered in Barmera last weekend for a much-loved June long weekend tradition. A record entry of participants and spectators took part in Barmera’s annual SA Sheep Dog Trails last weekend, with the five-day...

Madison Eastmond

12 Jun 2025

Community

Is a Riverlander Australia’s next star baker?

RIVERLANDERS are encouraged to fire up the oven and dust off an apron, with The Great Australian Bake Off now casting amateur bakers from every corner of the country. From kitchen benches to lunchroom tables, Bake Off wants to welcome bakers of all...

Staff Contributors

11 Jun 2025

Community

When SAHRA made Mick’s day

MEMBERS of the South Australian Hot Rod Association (SAHRA) last month travelled to the Kingston-on-Murray Caravan Park for some much-needed R&R. Most arrived during the week prior and departed on the Sunday, or early the following week. It was...

Staff Contributors

11 Jun 2025