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Commemorations for National Apology Day

THE Riverland community gathered to commemorate National Apology Day last week, with the ceremony marking the 17th anniversary of former Prime Minister Kevin Rudd’s apology to Australian Indigenous communities and the Stolen Generations. Held at...

Madison Eastmond

12 hours ago

Community News

River recovery efforts continue

THE Murraylands and Riverland Landscape Board (MRLB) has been granted almost $1m to support efforts to stop the local flow and growth of pests and weeds post-2022-23 flood. The MRLB River to Recovery Program has been granted $998,733, from a $4.76m...

Madison Eastmond

21 Feb 2025

Community News

The Fringe is back on the river

THE 2025 River Fringe will return to the Loxton Waikerie district this week, with a number of regional and local artists being showcased for the Riverland community to enjoy. Running parallel to the Adelaide Fringe, the festival is set to celebrate...

Madison Eastmond

21 Feb 2025

Community

Riverland vocational talent awarded

A RIVERLAND electrician and veterinary nurse have been awarded the top honours at the Rotary Club of Berri’s 2024 Riverland and Mallee Vocational Awards. Presented with the honours last Friday night at the Berri Hotel, industrial electrician...

Madison Eastmond

19 Feb 2025

Education

Mr Strauss is welcomed to Waikerie Lutheran School

RECENTLY welcomed into the role of principal at Waikerie Lutheran Primary School, Geoffrey Strauss is preparing to bring a wealth of experience and knowledge from around the world into the Riverland. Born and raised on a farm near Mannum, Mr...

Madison Eastmond

16 Feb 2025

Community

First Nation’s guide for Riverland floodplains

THE Department for Environment and Water (DEW) have collaborated with First Peoples of the River Murray and Mallee Region (FPRMMR) to develop a field guide on the plants and cultural significance of Riverland floodplains. A combination of cultural...

Madison Eastmond

15 Feb 2025