STRONG CROWDS AT CHRISTMAS EVENTS
While the weather may have been on the cooler side over the weekend two of the region’s major Christmas events saw strong crowds in attendance.
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SMALL ATTENDANCE AT GREENS LAUNCH
A small number of party supporters recently attended the launch of the Barker branch of the Greens political party.
RIVERLAND MAN IN CRITICAL CONDITION FOLLOWING CRASH IN LOXTON
A Riverland man was airlifted to Adelaide yesterday afternoon, following a motorcycle crash in Loxton.
LIONS HELPING IN BUSHFIRE SUPPORT
The Lions club of Renmark have recently made a substantial donation to assist in bushfire relief.
FAMILY DROUGHT SUPPORT ROLLING OUT
Over 4000 families nationally have applied for grants of $3000 in round two of the Drought Community Support Initiative in its first four days.
NEW BUSINESS GROUP IN RENMARK
A new community group aimed at assisting those in business in the Renmark area was formed recently with almost 100 residents and traders attending the launch.
BE SAFE IN THE WATER THIS SUMMER
Riverland residents are being reminded of the need to take responsibility for their own safety in and around water as we approach the summer season.
IMPROVEMENTS TO PATS SCHEME
Local Riverland & Mallee residents using the Patient Assistance Transport Scheme or PATS, will now have more flexibility to plan their trips.
MID MURRAY HANDS OUT GRANT FUNDING
Some community groups in the Mid-Murray council area have received an early Christmas present, with the council dishing out nearly $40,000 across several projects.
LOCAL DATE PRODUCER PICKS UP HIGH ACCOLADE
A Riverland date producer has picked up a prestigious award at the recent South Australian Premiers food and beverage industry awards.
YEAR 7 TO STAY AT (SOME) PRIMARY SCHOOL'S A LITTLE LONGER
With the state shifting year 7 to high school by the year 2022 some students at local primary schools may be able to stay a little longer.
