A sad day for Riverlanders and Orange fanatics around the world, as the Berri Barmera Council approves demolition of The Big Orange after the land was recently purchased in a private sale. While the new owner of the land has not yet stated what will be built in place of it, he has stated thatContinue reading “It’s official, The Big Orange set for demolition on April 17th”
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The Big Orange destroyed after Berri police officers mistake it for grounded Chinese spy balloon
One of Berri’s most iconic landmarks, The Big Orange, has been viciously destroyed in the early hours of Sunday morning, after several Berri police officers raised their weapons towards it, shooting it to pieces. Police spokesperson Ian Flate is calling it ‘an error in judgement’, but insists the officers had good intentions. “A judgement callContinue reading “The Big Orange destroyed after Berri police officers mistake it for grounded Chinese spy balloon”
Renmark receives first shipment of 5000 native Queensland cane toads to counter record number of insects
The flooding of 2022 has devastated the Riverland region, and alongside the flood waters are a host of other issues. More water means more breeding grounds for insects, particularly mosquitoes, and the riverside town of Renmark has experienced this worse than anywhere else. “We’re seeing a record number of mosquitoes currently, it’s a nightmare,“ “WeContinue reading “Renmark receives first shipment of 5000 native Queensland cane toads to counter record number of insects”
SA Water urges Riverland residents to ‘drink more water’ in desperate attempt to stall the flooding
The Murray River is reaching levels not seen since the 1970’s, and local councils are getting concerned. Numerous meetings have been held between the town’s councils, along with SA Water, in order to find a solution to deal with the increased water coming into the Murray. “It’s really quite simple,” claims SA Water spokesman MarkContinue reading “SA Water urges Riverland residents to ‘drink more water’ in desperate attempt to stall the flooding”
Riverland’s native carp population ‘flourishing’ as Murray River levels rise
With La Niña in full swing, the Riverland region has been hit hard by the increased rain, and Murray River levels are expected to reach a level not seen since the 1970’s. The rising waters have caused a lot of residents to prepare for the worst, but local wildlife experts are claiming the flooding isContinue reading “Riverland’s native carp population ‘flourishing’ as Murray River levels rise”
Renmark ratepayers call out council’s frivolous spending, claim money wasted on ‘dying tourism industry’ rather than on ‘digging a really big hole in the ground’
The Renmark council has once again come under fire from the town’s ratepayers, after a recent town meeting ended in controversy. The council revealed its allocations of the 2022 financial year budget, much to the townspeople’s disamusement. With a majority of the budget going towards upgrades to boost the town’s tourism industry, residents were claimingContinue reading “Renmark ratepayers call out council’s frivolous spending, claim money wasted on ‘dying tourism industry’ rather than on ‘digging a really big hole in the ground’”
Reserve Bank pays respect to Queen Elizabeth by flying interest rate raise at half-percent
The passing of Queen Elizabeth II has been a shock to the world. Australia is particularly close to the royal family, and many organisations today will be flying their flags at half-mast as a sign of respect. The Reserve Bank of Australia however, has taken quite a different approach. “It was the right thing toContinue reading “Reserve Bank pays respect to Queen Elizabeth by flying interest rate raise at half-percent”
Berri Bridge celebrates 25th anniversary with new guided bridge climbing experiences
It’s been 25 years since the iconic Berri Bridge finished construction, connecting the land between Berri and Loxton. While residents have praised the functionality of the bridge, many have also celebrated its beauty, and after receiving many suggestions, the council has finally approved a business to start offering bridge climbs. ‘Berri Bridge Xtreme Climbing Adventures’Continue reading “Berri Bridge celebrates 25th anniversary with new guided bridge climbing experiences”
Concerns in Canberra as ‘foot-in-mouth’ disease runs rampant in parliament house
The highly contagious and devastating ‘foot in mouth disease’ is hastily making it’s way through the parliament house. Experts are warning that this could be the largest outbreak of the disease in Canberra since the 1990’s. “It is incredibly concerning,” claims Dr Beau Vine. “We’ve not seen an outbreak like this in the capital sinceContinue reading “Concerns in Canberra as ‘foot-in-mouth’ disease runs rampant in parliament house”
“It’s not fair” claim local drug users, as growers move away from marijuana to the more lucrative vegetable market
The Australian economy is currently going through a devastating period. With the cost of living going up, and the cost of raw materials going up, many industries have suffered. However, local farmers are bringing in record profits, as the cost of fruit and vegetables has skyrocketed in recent months. This has led many residents toContinue reading ““It’s not fair” claim local drug users, as growers move away from marijuana to the more lucrative vegetable market”
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