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25.01.2022 In The River News this week: - A former Morgan resident was honoured with Member in the Order of Australia. - Major Waikerie-based projects are on the horizon for 2020. - The Lions Club of Waikerie donated over $3500 in water, food and other items to Cudlee Creek bushfire-affected residents. - The Mid Murray Council is planning to inject $1 million into its drought-stricken communities.... - In sport, Friday and Saturday's downpour of rain saw baseball, tennis and cricket cancelled across the Riverland, while Waikerie bowlers struggle to stay in the Bowls Riverland premiership. See more

24.01.2022 The Riverland Tennis Association grand finals, to be hosted at Waikerie this Saturday, have been cancelled. The higher-ranked of the two competing teams in each grand final will be judged the winner.

24.01.2022 Helping out at the barbecue for the Santa’s Cave Committee thank you lunch to its volunteers and helpers on Sunday was (from left) Andrew Thomson and Tony and Jan Centofanti.

23.01.2022 TAKE ME BACK TUESDAY February 20, 2008. Waikerie Primary School 2008 captains were: Gaby Taylor, Dannii Tootell, Daniel Tyler and Ian Smith.

23.01.2022 In The River News this week: - It's looking a lot like Christmas: a full wrap-up of the Waikerie Christmas events from Friday night. - Gliders soared the Riverland skies and beyond for the annual Orange Week competition. - Local Meals on Wheels volunteer Desma Kleemann was recently honoured for 50 years of service.... - In sport, the Black Sox took a win and a loss in its double-header on Friday night, while Waikerie triples bowlers suffered their first loss of the season last Wednesday. See more

23.01.2022 THROW BACK THURSDAY February 2,2000. First dayers at Waikerie Primary School in the new millennium were from left: Rachel Perry, Isabelle Cottle, Kyle Buck, Jack Tscharke, Matthew Walding and Jessika McKelvie.

22.01.2022 This week in The River News: - The Riverland and Mallee 2019 Vocational Awards results. - Waikerie High School gains grant funding for a plant propagation house. - Rain Moth Gallery begins a series of art workshops with help from a Country Arts grant. - Performers prepare for a community concert this Sunday, raising money for the Kangaroo Island bushfire appeal.... - In sport, Waikerie clinched the Bowls Riverland division one Saturday pennant minor premiership, while Sunline Speedway revs up for the start of its new season this Saturday. See more

21.01.2022 Yvette Kelly, Barry Harden, Ross Copeland and Jeanette Lange at the first Waikerie and Districts Cancer Support Group meeting on Friday.

21.01.2022 TAKE ME BACK TUESDAY April 3, 1985 B Grade Premiers, back row from left: Sue Miller, Joy Maguire, David Dearman (coach), Libby Bratina, Rachel Leske. Front row: Kerry Schiller, Angie Truscott, Kathryn Best and Dianne Barrett.

21.01.2022 TAKE ME BACK TUESDAY August 23, 1973 Waikerie Under Colts C Grade Premiers for 1973. Back row from left: T. Truscott, A. McDonlad, A. Hobbs, P. Stanley, G. McDonlad, A. Lehmann. M. Mackereth. Middle row: S. Coster, D. Rob-Lawson, S. Cain, R. Haynes (vice-captain), J. Mack (captain), G. Frahm, S. McKinnon, R. Cain, G. Blazinic. Front row: S. Coter, D. Robinson, L. Marks and T. Schultz.

20.01.2022 This week in The River News: - The Waikerie Hotel Riverland Enduro is revving up for its 41st year after the cancellation of last year's event. - Concert on the Lawn raised over $3000 for victims of the Kangaroo Island bushfires. - Local horse trainer Warren Sutton is preparing to take part in one of the world's toughest horse races, the pioneer Gaucho Derby.... - The Mid Murray Council signed off on a list of 13 projects it will submit for round two of the drought communities program. - In sport, a group of Waikerie bowlers came home with a state title recently, while the Waikerie Black Sox were forced to forfeit its double-header against Berri and Renmark due to a lack of players last week. All these stories and more in The River News, available at all your usual outlets.

20.01.2022 THROW BACK THURSDAY November 2, 2005. Junior Female Sportspersons acknowledged for their achievements in their chosen sports are from left: Emma Brock (Hockey), Emma Marks (Equestrian), Brooke Rohde (Netball), Lauren Schiller (Swimming).

20.01.2022 Last weekend's Concert on the Lawn fundraising and organising committee (from left) Emma Trendafil, Peter and Rachel Lawson, Evana Mee, Darren Trendafil, Astrid Cooper and Naomi Mee. The event raised $3500 for victims of the Kangaroo Island bushfires.

20.01.2022 TAKE ME BACK TUESDAY September 15, 2004 Winners of the track/sprint and tabloid sports from Waikerie Primary School sports day.

20.01.2022 THROW BACK THURSDAY January 15, 1976 front page.

19.01.2022 THROW BACK THURSDAY November 30, 2005. Waikerie Christmas Pageant 2005

19.01.2022 WAY BACK WEDNESDAY January 13, 2016 front page

19.01.2022 In The River News this week: - The Waikerie Bowling Club looks for Loxton Waikerie council support in its application to upgrade the greens. - Preparations are under way for this Saturday's Morgan Lions Christmas Pageant and Fair, with the fireworks show set to finish up the night. - A local family extends its gratitude to community members and groups that supported them through a difficult time.... - The Mid Murray Council grants almost $40,000 in funding to community groups, organisations and individuals across the region. - In sport, the Black Sox took a hard loss against Berri in Riverland baseball, while the Waikerie Warriors men scored a 40-point-plus win over Barmera in basketball. Get your copy today from all the local outlets.

18.01.2022 This week in The River News: - Full wrap-up of the 2020 Riverland West Fisherama, including all competition winners. - Debate over a Waikerie river-front walking trail has been put to the local council. - Cadell hosted its most emotional memorial service yet when Ski For Life stopped at its river front on Saturday.... - $70 million Sturt Highway roadworks begin in four areas around Blanchetown, with traffic delays expected. - In sport, Waikerie-Ramco took a nail-biting one-run loss to Loxton in Riverland A grade cricket, while the Waikerie Warriors are out of the 2019/20 basketball finals. See more

17.01.2022 DON'T FORGET! THE Lions Club of Waikerie is inviting primary school-age children to enter its free Christmas colouring-in competition. All Lions Christmas Colouring-In Competition entries must be submitted by next Wednesday, November 27. Add some lights and decorations, and colour it in.The winner will have the honour of turning on the Waikerie Christmas Tree lights on the iconic Waikerie pine tree. Second prize is a $30 Woodys Variety Store voucher, and third prize is a $20 No. 1 Home & Gifts voucher. Entries can be dropped into The River News office.

17.01.2022 THROW BACK THURSDAY August 31, 2005 Errol Matschoss attempting to clean up after the invasion of moths supposedly blown in from Port Pirie.

17.01.2022 Waikerie Hospital Guild members Norma Modistach (left), president Helen Cook, Carole Datson, and Margaret Dochse manned the White Elephant and second-hand book stalls at the Hospital Guild Fete on Friday.

17.01.2022 TAKE ME BACK TUESDAY February 7, 1996 Waikerie Lutheran Primary School new teachers and students for 1996 were: Back row from left, Julie Schoff, Wayne Schulz and Margaret Stanley. Middle row from the left, Renee Paturis, Patrick Dunn, Lance and Frank Twigden, Alex Fulwood, Nathan Altus and Christie Webb. Front row from left, Kevin Lennell, Alex Leske, Leesha Doecke, Alana Mackereth, Christopher Mudge and Graeme Bartel.

16.01.2022 MEMORABLE MONDAY January 17, 1996 front page

16.01.2022 FLASH BACK FRIDAY January 15, 1986 front page

16.01.2022 Leading the Waikerie Lions Community Christmas Pageant on Friday night was town crier Murray Dalgleish and students of Ramco Primary School.

16.01.2022 We wish to advise The River News office will be closed from Wednesday, December 18 , 2019, and re-open on January 6, 2020. We wish you all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

15.01.2022 In The River News this week: - The 2020 Netafim Waikerie Australia Day event photos, Citizens of the Year, and more. - Sturt Highway/Holder Top Road slip lane re-evaluation called for by locals. - Kangaroo Island residents "overwhelmed" by Waikerie's $23,500 fundraising efforts. - In sport, Waikerie Wednesday pennants bowlers take a division one win, while Waikerie bowlers remain at the top of the ladder in midweek triples despite a loss to Renmark Green.

14.01.2022 The Waikerie Ladies Melbourne Cup group raised over $2,000 for the Jane McGrath Foundation, after over 40 guests attended the ‘day at the races’ event at the Swan Reach Hotel last week.

14.01.2022 WAY BACK WEDNESDAY September 22, 2004 Waikerie A Grade Hockey winners 2004. Back row from left: Andrew Nitschke, Dean Bartel, Mark Kroehn, Brett Seabrook, Jeremy Modistach, Brett Schiller (captain), Ryan Edwards, Lachlan Seabrook. Front rows: Michael Camilleri, Jack Francis, Ben Schaefer, Brenton Kroehn (coach), Bradley Norman, Alex Fulwood and Cameron Hope.

14.01.2022 A date published in the November 13 edition of The River News was incorrect. It was stated that the Police Community Engagement forum would be held on Monday, November 20, however, the forum will take place on Wednesday, November 20, at the Waikerie Senior Citizens Club from 6.30pm to 8.30pm.

12.01.2022 THROW BACK THURSDAY October 5, 2005 Waikerie Netball Club Presentations - The Under 17B team. Back row: (L-R) Kristen White, Sarah White, Shelley Black, Melissa Burnell, Jessica Law and coach Danielle West. Front row: Amy Cain, Megan Frankel-Vaughan and Chelsea West.

12.01.2022 FLASH BACK FRIDAY February 24, 1972 High School Prefects for 1972 were: back row (from left) Graham McConnell, Mark Hudson, Alexander Rix, Wayne Tilley, Gregory Booth, Avon Schmidt and Geoffrey Tabe. Front row (from left) Miranda Jones, Lyn Sanders, Sue Watson, Sue Thompson, Debra Darling, Leonie Ekins and Sue Laverty.

11.01.2022 TAKE ME BACK TUESDAY January 27, 1983. The Waikerie Scrubbers’’ team entered in the Great Burra to Broken Hill Barrow Push. Back row from left: Lyn Paschke, Henry Mortimer, Tim Kuchel, Dennis Paschke, Graham Paschke, Murray Paschke, Peter Kuchel, Chris Gogoll and Michael Schiller.

11.01.2022 THROW BACK THURSDAY August 20, 2008. Waikerie High School Formal. From the left: Sophie Cottle, Sara Atze, Nicole Owen, Clare Fry, Kendall Hyde and Bonnie Lynch.

10.01.2022 This week in The River News: - Celebrations were held on Sunday for the first stone laid at the Waikerie Soldiers Memorial Hall 100 years ago - Local aged care nurse Julie Webber has been named a finalist in a state-wide nursing excellence awards program. - Debates around the traffic flow of Francis Street continue as council drafts the street plans.... - In sport, three Waikerie Basketball Club teams came away from the grand finals with premiership flags, while the Waikerie Tennis Club prepares to host the Riverland Tennis Association grand finals this Saturday. See more

10.01.2022 A Glossop High School bus driver has tested positive for the coronavirus.

10.01.2022 At the recent SAPOL Waikerie meeting were (from left) Senior Constable Michael Bradbury, Sergeant Dave Miller, District Council of Loxton Waikerie Mayor Leon Stasinowsky, Waikerie Neighbourhood Watch members Gladys Noll and Suzi Huf, Superintendent James Blandford, Waikerie Neighbourhood Watch member Albert Noll, Senior Constable Paul Wood and Waikerie Neighbourhood Watch member Ruth Tregenza.

09.01.2022 TAKE ME BACK TUESDAY March 11, 2010. Enjoying the Waikerie Food Fair were from left: Bec Schmitke, Ellie Neindorf and Jess Copeland.

09.01.2022 TAKE ME BACK TUESDAY March 5, 2008 Students from Waikerie Lutheran Primary School got in on the action for Clean up Australia. From left: Ashley Ebert, Taliah Ebert, Sophia Schiller, Olivia Moore, Jean Marchant, Jasmine DeVroome and Peyton Kruesler.

09.01.2022 TAKE ME BACK TUESDAY October 12, 1972 Trophy winner in the Under 13 Colts. From left: Back row, B. Kreusler, D. Sanders, S. Christiansen. Middle row, D. Ludwig, P. Smith, A. Fulwood, D. Dearman, C. Leske. Front row, J. Coster and M. Watkins.

08.01.2022 This week in The River News: - The Waikerie Holiday Park closes its doors to all non-essential travellers, including Easter weekend holidayers. - Waikerie RSL asks locals to observe Anzac Day at home, or lay wreaths at the Soldier's Memorial Park individually. - Two local businessmen join forces to provide grocery deliveries for those vulnerable to the coronavirus.... - The River Murray Giant Pumpkin Competition will be held virtually, with all entries to be submitted via email. - In sport, a Riverland team finished fifth in its division at the recent state SAPSASA cricket carnival in Adelaide. Pick up a copy of The River News for all this and more at your usual outlets.

08.01.2022 WAY BACK WEDNESDAY December 19, 2007 Waikerie Primary School grade 7 graduation dinner. From the left: Daniel Pham, Daniel Lord, Brandon Rankin and Jake Lancaster.

08.01.2022 The Waikerie Little Athletics under 11 to under 17 group of athletes and mentors at the club's recent awards presentation night and season wrap-up.

07.01.2022 The 2019 Citizens of the Year were officially recognised and awarded at the 2020 Waikerie Netafim Australia Day event on Saturday night. Pictured are (from left) representative of the Lions Club of Waikerie Jan Heppner, Waikerie Citizen of the Year Michael Cox, Young Citizen of the Year Emily Adams, and District Council of Loxton Waikerie Mayor Leon Stasinowsky.

07.01.2022 Jarrod, Hayden and Cohen Gogoll after a bountiful Easter egg hunt.

06.01.2022 June 11, 2009 Waikerie Lutheran Primary School, Reception/Year 1 class sporting the new school uniforms.

06.01.2022 TAKE ME BACK TUESDAY August 3, 1972. The Waikerie Pre-School kindergarten had three sets of twins enrolled, they were, from left: Vicki and Sonya Watkins (Cadell), Andrew and Natalie Barnes (Ramco) and Damon and Timothy Herrmann (Blanchetown).

06.01.2022 This week in The River News: - The popular Fisherama is set to hit the river this Saturday, with a $15,000 grand prize. - Riverland police issue a warning ahead of the long weekend. - The Waikerie Institute's $70,000 kitchen upgrade is on track, with kitchen fixtures now sourced.... - In sport, Waikerie bowlers were crowned the 2019/20 triples champions after taking down The Lawns Red, and the Waikerie Tennis Club wrapped up its season with an awards presentation night. See more

06.01.2022 The Waikerie Community Contact Centre held a drop-in coffee and chat day last week. Pictured are (from left) Kat Stanley, Pauline Neideck, Danielle Mitton, Diana Pashayeva, Bec and Skylar Leske, and Deb and Meg Schutz enjoying the catch-up.

06.01.2022 TAKE ME BACK TUESDAY. Letters to Santa from Year 1 students from Ramco Primary School. December 11, 1980 (photo from archives)

06.01.2022 TAKE ME BACK TUESDAY September 15, 2004. Thirds remain unbeaten for season 2004

05.01.2022 In The River News this week: - Rumours of a case of coronavirus in Waikerie refuted by local doctors. - Councils put new measures and ratepayer assistance forward to counteract the impact of coronavirus. - Upgrade work at the Waikerie fauna park set to progress following volunteer induction by council.... - Local horse trainer returns from Argentina with a full account of one of the world's toughest horse races. - In sport, the Riverland football and netball league season starts have been pushed back to late May, while hockey soldiers on in the hope of moving ahead with its season starter despite the pandemic. See more

05.01.2022 TAKE ME BACK TUESDAY January 18, 2006 front page

05.01.2022 In this week's edition: - Waikerie silo art captures state attention, taking out an award of merit at the annual Australian Civil Trust awards. - Locals come together to raise $8,500 for a family left devastated by fire at Ziggy's Fire Fundraiser on Sunday. - Waikerie woman Andria Fridd and her border collie Marley become the first Riverland team to gain obedience championship title. - BSR Football Club appoints new senior coach for the 2020 Riverland Football League Independ...ent season. Pick up a copy at all your usual outlets or flick through online at: https://bit.ly/2KYgJRX See more

05.01.2022 In The River News this week: - The Loxton Waikerie council has called on Waikerie locals to submit their feedback on the latest Waikerie and Districts Riverfront and Trails Masterplan. - Nine people were hospitalised due to heat exhaustion and poisonous smoke inhalation when a shed fire engulfed stored chemicals at Sunlands. - The Morgan boat ramp upgrades have been delayed again to February 2020, but will remain open for the summer holiday period.... - Christmas is in the air with Waikerie readying for its Lions Christmas Pageant on Friday night, followed by the opening of Santa's Cave, the Waikerie Christmas Tree Trail, and the Christmas Tree lights officially turning on. See more

04.01.2022 In this week's paper: - Waikerie Delivers Committee talked houseboat management plan, CBD revitalisation and drought funding in last week's meeting. - Waikerie Santa's Cave Committee and volunteers hard at work setting up the Waikerie Institute ahead of cave's opening night at the end of the month. - Local Country Fire Service crews called to illegal burn-off less than two weeks into fire danger season. - Waikerie Eightball Association award the season's top performers in 201...9 presentations. For all that and more, pick up a copy at all your usual outlets or flick through the paper online at: https://bit.ly/2KYgJRX See more

04.01.2022 THROW BACK THURSDAY December 23, 2009 At the Waikerie Football Club celebrating a 21st birthday with family and friends was (from left) Bianca, Monica and birthday girl Jessica Watson.

04.01.2022 In The River News this week: - CLEAN SWEEP: Locals and visitors earn police praise for peaceful festive season behaviour - Tony's tick of approval - Something to Crow about... - The Riverland's dusty end to 2019 affects road users - Fireworks spark new year risk - Community feedback improves changes to Morgan houseboat zone - Mid Murray consults on disability access plan - Tough day for Waikerie-Ramco - Close matches as bowls season resumes Get your copy today from all the local outlets.

04.01.2022 A Total Fire Ban has been issued for the Riverland and Murray Mallee today. Very hazardous fire weather conditions are predicted. For more information, visit https://www.cfs.sa.gov.au/site/home.jsp

04.01.2022 THROW BACK THURSDAY April 27, 1972 Waikerie Debutantes girls presented at the Presentation Ball were: left to right Linda Black, Leonie Ekins, Bernice Watkins, Anna Piccanato, Mandy Jones, Rhonda Lindo and Pam Urlwin.

03.01.2022 TAKE ME BACK TUESDAY January 28, 2010 Enjoying the 2010 Australia Day celebrations were: (from left) Tammy Dixon, Lauren Ward, Courtney Thomas and Adriana Falcinella.

03.01.2022 TAKE ME BACK TUESDAY January 25, 1956 front page.

02.01.2022 In honour of the final edition of The River News next week, we are asking all readers to help us remember past stories, events, and profiles that were particularly memorable to you. Did a profile tug your heartstrings? Did you enjoy photos from a local event? Were you made aware of a serious issue in the community through the paper? Let us know and help us make the final edition truly memorable.

02.01.2022 TAKE ME BACK TUESDAY March 9, 1988. Waikerie High School SRC members, back row from left: Chris Liebich, Jason Dixon, Bradley Andrew (treasurer), Tricia Leske (President), David Stanley (Vice President) and Greg Maskell. Front row from left Robyn Nayda, Tricia White, Lorena Conley, Julie Zadow (Secretary), Tamara Gilgen, Benita Sharland, Jane McInnes, Nicole Mortimer and Rebecca Maywald.

02.01.2022 At the 100th celebration for the first stone laid at what would become the Waikerie Soldiers Memorial Hall on Sunday was (from left) Waikerie RSL president Maurie Summers, Sonia Fowler and Trevor Mackereth.

02.01.2022 This week in The River News: - The River News and The Loxton News will be amalgamating with the Murray Pioneer from April 22. Next week's edition of The River News will be the last. - Doctors are urging community members to call the Waikerie Medical Centre and make an appointment to get their flu shots now. - The RSL urges locals to not forget the upcoming Anzac Day by standing at the end of their driveways at 6am on April 25 or placing wreaths at the Waikerie Soldiers Memori...al Park prior to the day. Pick up the paper at all your usual outlets now.

02.01.2022 WAY BACK WEDNESDAY January 21,1966 front page.

01.01.2022 The Waikerie High School students who competed in the recent Riverland interschool swimming carnival at Renmark recently.