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SA awarded A+ in fight against tobacco and vapes

MEASURES across South Australia to tackle the use of illegal tobacco and vapes are showing benefits for areas such as the Riverland. The Australian Council on Smoking and Health’s recently released national scorecard ranked South Australia’s...

Sebastian Calderon

12 minutes 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

14 Jun 2025

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

14 Jun 2025

Transport

RAP coming to Riverland’s schools

A SAFETY program will be visiting local schools during the second week of June, aiming to motivate young Riverlanders onto safer practices behind the wheel. The Metropolitan Fire Service (MFS) is delivering its Road Awareness Program (RAP) across...

Sebastian Calderon

11 Jun 2025

Education

Loxton student receives regional scholarship

AN outstanding Loxton local has been named the first recipient of a regional scholarship, aiming to support students from regional South Australia in pursuing tertiary education in accounting and finance-related fields. Tyler Hobby, a former Loxton...

Sebastian Calderon

09 Jun 2025

Council

Demolition begins on East Terrace public amenities

LOXTON Waikerie Council has commenced demolition works at the site of the former Loxton Library, on East Terrace. Demolition works have started at the site, with the disconnection of services and dismantling of the interior. Demolition is expected...

Sebastian Calderon

09 Jun 2025