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Tim adds to portfolio list

THE Riverland’s state MP is eager to “advocate for some of the less-fortunate people” in rural communities, after being given expanded portfolio responsibilities. SA Liberal leader Vincent Tarzia last week announced Chaffey MP Tim Whetstone...

Hugh Schuitemaker

13 hours ago

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

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

News

Disappointment at drop in rural jobs

A SENIOR Riverland politician says declining regional employment rates illustrate rural areas need to be a higher state Government priority. Figures released last week by the Australian Bureau of Statistics show the number of unemployed people...

Hugh Schuitemaker

29 Jan 2025

Community News

SAPOL warning of fake email scam

RIVERLANDERS have been warned to be wary of fake emails being sent from potential scammers impersonating police. South Australia Police is aware of members of the public receiving emails from a ‘@police. sa. gov. au’ address asking them to access...

Hugh Schuitemaker

28 Jan 2025

Community

New bridge taking shape

A RIVERLAND council continues to make progress on the reconstruction of a major bridge in Renmark, utilising some of the largest construction machinery ever seen inside the region. Renmark Paringa Council last week completed the installation of five...

Hugh Schuitemaker

24 Jan 2025