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Bestiality references allegedly made during presentation at Renmark High School
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Bestiality references allegedly made during presentation at Renmark High School

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In short: Year 9 girls at Renmark High School say they were given a presentation on "respectful relationships" that included references to bestiality. Year 9 girls at Renmark High School say they were given a presentation on "respectful relationships" that included references to bestiality. 'Normal procedure' not followed Letters seen by the ABC that were sent to parents on behalf …

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Grape growers being paid 1970s rates say they are at breaking point in Australia's largest wine region
10 months ago

Grape growers being paid 1970s rates say they are at breaking point in Australia's largest wine region

ABC  

In short: Wine grape growers in South Australia's Riverland are considering exiting the industry amid prices as low as $120 a tonne for their fruit in 2024. Wine grape growers in South Australia's Riverland are considering exiting the industry amid prices as low as $120 a tonne for their fruit in 2024. The Punjabi-Australian family is among more than 900 …

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Work to repair more than 50 levee banks underway as burst impacts Murraylands town
2 years ago

Work to repair more than 50 levee banks underway as burst impacts Murraylands town

ABC  

South Australia's State Emergency Service says engineers are working to repair more than 50 levee banks along the River Murray ahead of the flood peak which is now expected from Boxing Day in Renmark. Ms Schellen said they knew the water was coming and had been slowly preparing for inundation, but the levee bursting "had just hurried things along" for …

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When and where the River Murray flooding is expected to peak in South Australia's Riverland
2 years ago

When and where the River Murray flooding is expected to peak in South Australia's Riverland

ABC  

As water levels rise along the River Murray in South Australia, residents, businesses and authorities are keeping a close eye on what is to come. With catchments already swollen, this year's rain has caused widespread flooding in the Murray and Darling river systems and much of that water is now ending up in South Australia. The water level is already …

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Kingston-on-Murray Caravan Park in SA's Riverland evacuated after levee defects identified
2 years ago

Kingston-on-Murray Caravan Park in SA's Riverland evacuated after levee defects identified

ABC  

South Australia's River Murray flood emergency is continuing to intensify, with one Riverland caravan park under orders to evacuate, and residents of another preparing to potentially follow suit. Key points: An emergency warning has been issued for the Kingston-on-Murray Caravan Park The park says it has been closed to guests since November 28 Additional ferry closures have been announced The …

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SA flood waters expected to peak at Morgan in early January as more homes inundated
2 years ago

SA flood waters expected to peak at Morgan in early January as more homes inundated

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The Bruce family permanently relocated from Adelaide to their idyllic Morgan home on the River Murray at the start of the year — now rising flood waters have inundated the bottom storey. Key points: Flood waters are expected to peak at Morgan in early January More than 2,000 customers have had their power disconnected 30 aged care residents from Renmark …

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Flooded Murray River residents in South Australia provided with incorrect daily flow data
2 years ago

Flooded Murray River residents in South Australia provided with incorrect daily flow data

ABC  

Residents along the Murray River in South Australia have been told daily data on water flow into the state is inaccurate as flooding continues. Key points: Flows coming into South Australia were confirmed to be at approximately 23 gigalitres higher than reported Flood-affected locals have expressed surprise and confusion over the discrepancy There is no change to the expected peak …

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River Murray flows to reach 220 gigalitres a day by the end of the year
2 years ago

River Murray flows to reach 220 gigalitres a day by the end of the year

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Up to 180 gigalitres a day is already flowing into the River Murray with people in the Riverland being told to expect between 190 and 220 gigalitres a day by the end of the year. Key points: Flows are tipped to reach 220 gigalitres by the end of the year More than 1,000 properties have already experienced some level of …

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Renmark caravan park evacuated by SES after levee defects detected
2 years ago

Renmark caravan park evacuated by SES after levee defects detected

ABC  

A caravan park in South Australia's Riverland region has been evacuated and closed overnight after defects were identified in the private levee built around the site. Key points: Overnight the SES issued an Evacuation Order for the Renmark Caravan park on the River Murray SES says they found a number of significant defects in the levee bank Six people have …

Defects Park Caravan Ses Levee Renmark
Riverland locals offer beds, meals and storage ahead of flooding expected to inundate homes
2 years ago

Riverland locals offer beds, meals and storage ahead of flooding expected to inundate homes

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If an emergency were to hit Amanda Fleming's property in South Australia's Riverland, her home or belongings wouldn't be her first thought. Ms Fleming, who lives on high ground at Loxton, said while the unfolding flood situation was an "awful set of circumstances", it could bring the community together. Network of locals willing to help To help those in need …

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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese praises Riverland's resilience ahead of predicted River Murray flood peak
2 years ago

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese praises Riverland's resilience ahead of predicted River Murray flood peak

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Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has spent the morning inspecting levee banks and a rising River Murray at Renmark as South Australia's Riverland prepares for flooding in the coming weeks. Key points: Prime Minister Anthony Albanese visited Renmark to look at flood preparation The Murray has reached the same level as the 1974 flood Police have doorknocked more than 3,000 homes …

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River Murray residents fear being cut off from nearby towns as flows into South Australia continue to rise
2 years, 1 month ago

River Murray residents fear being cut off from nearby towns as flows into South Australia continue to rise

ABC  

Riverland residents say they are concerned about being cut off from nearby towns ahead of high River Murray flows coming into South Australia in early December. Key points: Locals are worried about crucial roads becoming inundated Meetings have taken place at Renmark, Cobdogla and Berri, with more to come The SES is encouraging residents to use online flood maps to …

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River Murray flows into SA could now peak at 150 gigalitres per day if flooding continues
2 years, 1 month ago

River Murray flows into SA could now peak at 150 gigalitres per day if flooding continues

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Riverland communities are now being warned to expect higher River Murray flows "well into January" and the potential flooding of "hundreds of shacks", as heavy rain and dam releases interstate make it harder to predict the impact. Key points: Daily flows into SA are now predicted to potentially peak at 150 gigalitres — 15 more than previously forecast Authorities also …

Water Murray River Flows Ses Riverland Gigalitres
Plans for accessible childcare centre, housing and allied health clinic for Renmark revealed
2 years, 7 months ago

Plans for accessible childcare centre, housing and allied health clinic for Renmark revealed

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Plans have been approved for a new accessible childcare, allied health and NDIS-approved housing precinct in the Riverland. Key points: The project will be built on empty land at the corner of Eighteenth and Para streets in Renmark It will have a focus on NDIS services, including eight standalone dwellings The Renmark Paringa Council hopes it will attract more permanent …

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Flinders University to investigate offering more courses at its Renmark campus
3 years, 1 month ago

Flinders University to investigate offering more courses at its Renmark campus

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A South Australian university wants to increase its course offerings in the Riverland as part of a push to get more healthcare workers to stay in regional areas. Key points: The university and the Renmark Paringa Council have signed an MOU to grow tertiary education in the Riverland There are hopes expanding the courses offered will help to boost the …

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Renmark has coldest May morning on record, while Adelaide feels chill on last day of autumn
3 years, 6 months ago

Renmark has coldest May morning on record, while Adelaide feels chill on last day of autumn

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The town of Renmark in South Australia's Riverland region has recorded its coldest May morning on record, dropping more than five degrees below zero. Key points: Renmark has had its coldest May morning on record The temperature dipped to -5.1C just after 7:00am Locals reported birdbaths and dog bowls had frozen over The Bureau of Meteorology declared a record-breaking low …

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Commonwealth Bank closes Renmark branch, mayor tells residents to consider changing banks
3 years, 9 months ago

Commonwealth Bank closes Renmark branch, mayor tells residents to consider changing banks

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The Commonwealth Bank of Australia will permanently close its Renmark branch, prompting the town's mayor to tell residents to change banks if they're not happy about losing face-to-face service. Key points: CBA will permanently close its Renmark branch The bank says the branch has had a 44 per cent drop in transactions Mayor Neil Martinson says customers should change banks …

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Global almond demand drives South Australian business Almondco's processing expansion
4 years, 1 month ago

Global almond demand drives South Australian business Almondco's processing expansion

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Australia's second-largest almond processor has plans to grow its operations further, as demand for the nuts holds firm globally and domestically. Key points: Almondco is based in South Australia and processes almonds from more than 85 per cent of Australia's growers The company is currently completing a $25 million upgrade to its Riverland facilities, but has plans to grow its …

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