Council

Family First candidate holds Riverland meeting

THE Family First Party held a public meeting, at Loxton, on Tuesday 25 March. Lead Senate candidate Christopher Brohier, and running mate Deepa Mathew spoke about the party’s history and its policies for the Federal Election, in May. Ms Mathew...

Staff Contributors

15 hours ago

Council

Renmark Paringa Council prepares oval for 2025 RFL duty

RENMARK’S main football oval has been undergoing necessary maintenance ahead of the 2025 RFL season and its hosting of the grand final, in September. Renmark Paringa Council last week announced the Renmark No. 1 oval would be closed for maintenance...

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05 Apr 2025

Council

You do matter, you are appreciated

The below is an OPEN LETTER TO THE SOUTH AUSTRALIAN FARMING COMMUNITY from Riverland-based MLC, and opposition spokesperson for primary industries, Nicola Centofanti… I APOLOGISE I was not present to greet the farmers who made the trip to...

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05 Apr 2025

Council

Local community to influence jetty spend

BERRI Barmera residents will have the opportunity to voice feedback regarding the potential financial impacts a new Lake Bonney jetty would have on the community. Berri Barmera Council on Monday announced upcoming consultation with the community...

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05 Apr 2025

Council

Mayor’s ‘free entry’ pool plan

A RIVELAND council says having free entry at its two public swimming pools would help address cost-of-living pressures on locals. Loxton Waikerie Mayor Trevor Norton’s notion of motion received unanimous support from elected members at the...

Sebastian Calderon

23 Mar 2025

Council

Morgan’s growth potential highlighted

MORGAN has been identified as the second-top town to have growth potential in an early engagement community and stakeholder survey, conducted by Adelaide-based firm URPS, for Mid Murray Council. A report by the consultant was recently accepted by...

Christine Webster

09 Mar 2025

Council

Calls for fairer funding system for rural councils

MID Murray Council is seeking support from the Local Government Association of South Australia (LGA SA) to lobby the Federal Government to make its distribution of Financial Assistance Grants more equitable for regional areas. The House of...

Christine Webster

08 Mar 2025

Council

Council’s cemetery beautification program

MID Murray Council is working with community groups to beautify cemeteries in the district. Cemeteries in Blanchetown, Cadell, Morgan, and Swan Reach are among those that will have their appearance improved. Mid Murray Mayor Simone Bailey said the...

Christine Webster

22 Feb 2025

Council

Mid Murray gets $1.5m tourism funding guernsey

A GRANT of more than $1.5m is set to support Mid Murray Council in increasing the area’s tourism, and planning strategies for future economic growth. Mid Murray Council last week announced it had received $1.52m through the Federal Government’s...

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22 Feb 2025

Council

Renmark Paringa’s best on show

THE dedication of notable locals towards improving their town was showcased at Renmark Paringa Council’s Australia Day ceremony. Renmark Paringa Mayor Peter Hunter said the need for more volunteers through the community was a highlighted theme of...

Hugh Schuitemaker

01 Feb 2025

Council

Wilson Street building update

INVESTIGATIONS to determine the structural integrity of Berri Barmera Council’s former principal office are continuing, with further assessments under way. An external engineering report into the former principal office, 19 Wilson Street, Berri...

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31 Jan 2025

Council

Berri Barmera awards its best

RECOGNISING the contributions of key Berri Barmera local residents, Riverlanders across the district gathered last weekend to celebrate Australia Day and those who have gone above and beyond for their community. Berri Barmera Council’s Australi...

Madison Eastmond

31 Jan 2025

Council

Ian and Bryce the top in Loxton

EFFORTS of well-known Loxton locals that have benefitted the town and its residents were showcased on Australia Day. Locals gathered at the Loxton Rotunda last weekend to celebrate Loxton’s annual Australia Day ceremony. Loxton Waikerie Mayor...

Hugh Schuitemaker

31 Jan 2025

Council

Loxton Waikerie’s engagement plan

A RIVERLAND council is asking its residents for feedback: on how council communicates, and what projects local want. The Loxton Waikerie council’s “community engagement activities” will inform the council’s 2025-26 annual business plan...

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30 Jan 2025

Council

Applications now open for DCLW community funding

LOCAL clubs and community groups can currently apply for funding from Loxton Waikerie Council to support their operations or hold events. The District Council of Loxton Waikerie (DCLW) on Monday opened applications for its Community Support Funding...

Staff Contributors

28 Jan 2025