Community News

Benny signs off from the Magic airwaves

A POPULAR Riverland media personality will remain in the region despite ending his time on local radio. Benny Carpenter last week marked his final show as a breakfast host for Magic 93.1, after spending more than a year in the role. Mr Carpenter –...

Hugh Schuitemaker

18 hours ago

Community

Monash community celebrate and support Ben

FRIENDS, family, and teachers of a Riverland student came together this week to raise awareness for a rare genetic condition. Donning green and enjoying cupcakes together, Monash Primary and Preschool gathered on Monday to mark International...

Madison Eastmond

18 hours ago

Community News

66 and Field Days still going strong

HIGH attendance and exhibitor numbers, along with great weather conditions, all came together for a successful 66th edition of the Riverland Field Days last weekend. The Riverland Field Days welcomed exhibitors, vendors, and guests from the region...

Madison Eastmond

17 Sep 2025

Community News

Cops investigate offensive material displayed in the Riverland

REPORTS of racist signage being displayed in the Riverland last week are currently being investigated. Community complaints have alleged white supremacist material appeared along the Old Sturt Highway — from Loxton into Renmark — last Friday...

Madison Eastmond

17 Sep 2025

Community News

Local jailed for fabricating evidence

A RIVERLANDER will spend more than one year in prison after being found guilty of fabricating a letter aiming to avoid jail time for a previous driving charge. Nicholas John Jermacans, 35, was last week sentenced in the District Court to one year...

Staff Contributors

17 Sep 2025

Community News

Pasin hears community concerns

RIVERLANDERS met with the region’s Federal MP last month to discuss difficulties surrounding the cost of living, local services, and the ongoing sustainability of local primary production. Barker MP Tony Pasin held a listening post session at...

Madison Eastmond

17 Sep 2025

Community

Fish-shaped soy sauce containers now banned in South Australia

RIVERLAND restaurants will no longer be able to use the familiar plastic fish-shaped soy sauce containers, following the latest state-wide ban on single-use plastics. The move is part of South Australia’s ongoing effort to reduce plastic waste in...

Staff Contributors

16 Sep 2025

Art

RMCLHN launches second RAP

THE Riverland Mallee Coorong Local Health Network (RMCLHN) has announced its second Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP). The RMCLHN’s Innovate RAP, endorsed by Reconciliation Australia, will be implemented over two years, focusing on strengthening...

Staff Contributors

16 Sep 2025

Community

Berri Community Preschool celebrates Science Week

RIVERLAND preschool students were joined by family and friends to celebrate Science Week. Berri Community Preschool students marked Science Week by enjoying and completing a range of science experiments with friends and family members earlier this...

Madison Eastmond

16 Sep 2025

Business

State leaders learning from the Riverland

THE 2026 cohort of the Governor’s Leadership Foundation (GLF) program visited Renmark for a three day trip, learning more about the region, its importance, and its challenges. More than 40 leaders from a range of mainly Adelaide-based sectors...

Lachlan Dand

16 Sep 2025

Agriculture

Ebony wins Riverland Wine Grape Succession Grant

A GRANT from one of the region’s peak wine industry bodies is set to help a Riverlander expand her work with regenerative viticulture. Riverland Wine last month announced Ebony Petch as the recipient of the 2025 Riverland Wine Grape Succession...

Staff Contributors

16 Sep 2025

Community

Spike in drowning deaths sparks a local warning

AUSTRALIA has recorded its highest number of drowning deaths since records began, with an important rise in fatalities at inland waterways and swimming pools, prompting a Riverland politician to issue an urgent call as temperatures begin to warm...

Sebastian Calderon

15 Sep 2025

Pat Mickan

About hair

BY PAT MICKAN IT was 1978, and a burning desire to be an Australian basketballer had just been fulfilled. At our final training camp, we’d received our precious green and gold tracksuits and uniforms. This would be my first overseas trip and first...

Staff Contributors

15 Sep 2025

Education

Magda’s message of gratitude to Annabella

A WAIKERIE Primary School student who dressed as Sharon Strzelecki from the Australian television series Kath & Kim for Book Week has earned herself celebrity status, featuring in both national and SA media. Annabella Wills is a big fan of Magd...

Christine Webster

15 Sep 2025

Community

Waikerie’s mid-year parade

THE Waikerie Army Cadet Unit (ACU) recently held its traditional mid-year parade and formal dine-in evening. Officer commanding of the 420 ACU of Waikerie, captain Noel Annear said 21 cadets took part in the annual event, braving the cold weather...

Christine Webster

15 Sep 2025