LIFE remains at a standstill.
Many businesses remain closed, and social distancing is in place.
But every day South Australia records no new COVID-19 cases, we are one step closer to life going back to normal.
Today’s page two story details the Renmark Rose Festival committee’s plan to still hold the long-running festival, but in a “condensed” format.
Knowing some events will still take place in one way or another will give many Riverlanders hope and something to look forward to.
People will be desperate to get out and about, support events, and patronise businesses.
Life will never be the same, and forms of social distancing will remain for a long time, but a somewhat normal life is now on the horizon.
We are not out of danger yet, and another wave on infection could hit, but it seems Australia is in a good position to come out of this disaster relatively unscathed compared to other countries.
Locals are fantasising about that first meal out at their favourite Riverland restaurant, watching their children play sports and perusing shops without fear.
Other events like the Loxton Show and the Riverland Field Days are still up in the air, but let’s hope these popular fixtures can go ahead.
We still need to be cautious but let’s also be optimistic and get excited for life to get going again.