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March, 2025
Experience something new at the Riverland Wellness Festival.
The annual Riverland Wellness Festival brings together a wide selection of health and well-being professionals in one central space to offer advice and experiences that can help you choose a healthier lifestyle.
It's all about connection, community, fun and learning in a safe and welcoming atmosphere.
Held at the centrally located and community-owned Hotel Renmark overlooking the River Murray, there is plenty to see and do for all the family.
Health & Wellbeing Stalls - Readings - Massage - Reiki - Theta Healing - Access Bars - Sound Therapy - Bowen Therapy - Reflexology - Singing Bowls - Iridology - Crystals - Soy Candles - Mandala Art - Herbal Remedies - Human Design - Skincare & more....
FREE ENTRY - 10am to 4pm each day - Hotel Renmark Function Centre
Every Wednesday night at the Monash Club is a self-serve buffet - $25 per person* ($13 for children under 12*)
• Variety of pizza
• Pasta - Carbonara or Bolognaise
• Chicken parmy
• Battered Butterfish
• Full salad bar
• Hot Chips
BOOKINGS APPRECIATED
08 8583 5343
*Prices and menu may be subject to change
Our aim is to create a family orientated atmosphere for young and old alike where everyone can enjoy a great day's racing. The 600 metre long track is super fast and creates some excellent racing with it’s kidney shape layout providing a long sweeping corner with some tight bends to keep it real.
Members of the public are welcome to come along and enjoy the racing. Bring your family or mates along for good day out. At this stage, entry is free for spectators, but we do charge a gate fee on our BRE days. A pit pass can be purchased for $10 to get up and close to the drivers and their karts. There are canteen facilities and a bar on race days. For most meetings, the racing commences at around 2pm and finishes around 7-8pm. We have lights for night racing. Come along and enjoy the fun!
Renmark Kart Club Race Dates 2025:
- Saturday March 29th 2024 Club Championship - carried over from the cancelled meeting last year.
- Saturday May 10th Race Day # 2 in the 2025 Calendar - Renmark Dirt Kart Club hosts the 2026 SA State Titles this weekend. See the best of the best in SA.
-Saturday June 7th Race Day # 3 in the 2025 Calendar. A Blue Ribbon 2 day long weekend meeting with racing at Loxton on the Sunday. Great racing with extra pride on the line. Racing commences around 10am and finishes around 4pm.
- Saturday July 27th Race Day # 4 in the 2025 Calendar
- Saturday August 30th Race Day # 5 in the 2025 Calendar
- Saturday October 4th Race Day # 6 in the 2025 Calendar
- Saturday November 29th Race Day # 7 in the 2025 Calendar - this is our Championship meet. The culmination of the year's racing and bragging rights for those who bag a Championship trophy.
ALL meetings are subject to weather conditions and heat rules apply with meetings cancelled if the forecast is for 35 degrees and above. Please view our Facebook page for up to date information.
Nominations are Via the AIDKA Website.
New Members welcome, please contact Jayne Gelston at the track on race days or email an enquiry to jayne.gelston52@gmail.com for more information.
Experience an electrifying fusion of two visionary international talents in this world premiere performance season. Lewis Major, Australia’s rising star in contemporary dance, collaborates live with Blue Violin, virtuoso, rock and roll maestro and international touring favourite who has helped redefine the contemporary classical scene.
In this breathtaking in-the-round candlelit concert, Major’s dancers move in perfect harmony with Blue Violin’s genre-defying sound. Featuring a thrilling blend of rock energy, iconic power ballads and classical favourites.
"Awe-striking imagery, visual representation and unique choreography" Guardian
"The best rock and roll violinist of a generation"
Chaffey Theatre Saturday March 29th 7pm
Book on Fringetix via the link below
Renmark Lions Club Fundraising Bazaar - generally held on the last Saturday of the month
8am to 12midday
Usual goods for sale each month include furniture, beds, tables/chairs, electrical goods, whitegoods, crockery/cutlery, books, tools, bric-a-brac, household items, etc.
A BBQ/Sausage Sizzle and Bacon & Egg Sandwiches, Donuts, tea/coffee and cans of drink are also available during each event.
Future Bazaar dates:
To be confirmed - Future dates still to be set once football program is set.
The Loxton Kart Club is located approximately 8 kilometres out of the township on the Karoonda highway. The Loxton Kart Club prides itself on being a family friendly club, with the priority being fun in karting. We openly welcome all interested people of all ages and gender to come and try this fun affordable form of motor sport.
The track surface itself is a sand/rubble prepared dirt racing circuit, used solely for AIDKA kart racing. Track length is a mere 330 metres, consisting of only 4 turns. But don't let that fool you. Even the most experienced drivers will tell you the Loxton track is a challenging track to get right. The shape and width also allows for passing opportunities at every turn.
So what are you waiting for? Come along and give it a go! Entry is free on most race days for spectators and pit passes can be purchased for $10 to get you up and close to the drivers and their karts.
2025 Race Calendar:
- Sunday March 2nd - Practice Day
- Saturday March 30th - Round 2 of the Junior Kart Championship
- Sunday April 13th - 125cc Joker Day
- Sunday May 18th - KT Super Scramble
- Sunday June 8th - A Blue Ribbon 2 day long weekend meeting with racing at Renmark on the Saturday and Loxton on the Sunday. Great racing with extra pride on the line. Racing commences around 10am and finishes around 4pm.
- Sunday July 13th - Junior Double Direction Final
- Sunday August 24th - Practice Day
- Sunday August 31st - A Grade Joker Day
- Sunday September 28th - Club Championships
- Sunday October 19th - Junior Joker Day
- Saturday November 2nd - 125cc November Cup
- October 2026 - The Australian Dirt Kart Titles will be hosted by Loxton Kart Club.
Standard meeting times:
Gates open at 7:30am
Scrutineering / sign in from 8am-9:00am
Racing from 9:00am
ALL meetings are subject to weather conditions and heat rules apply with meetings cancelled if the forecast is for 35 degrees and above. Please view our Facebook page for up to date information.
April, 2025
Held every 2nd Saturday of the month, Waikerie Lions Club's Monthly Auction offers buyers a variety of goods for auction, starting at 9am at the Waikerie riverfront. All types of goods Welcome.
Fee applies to contribute to Auction
Donations also appreciated.
Enquiries: David Liebich 0428 403 001 or Alex McPherson 0429 846 940
🎨✨ Channel Your Inner Picasso at Our Paint Party! 🍸🎭
Unleash your creativity at the Renmark Club on Sunday, April 13 for a fun-filled Paint Party! Whether you’re a seasoned artist or just here for the cocktails, this is your chance to sip, snack & create your masterpiece. 🍹🖌️
📅 Sunday, April 13 | ⏰ 11AM
📍 Renmark Club Function Room
💰 $100+bf – Includes canvas, all supplies, selected cocktails & delicious nibbles!
Gather your friends, grab a brush, and let’s get creative! Limited spots available—book now! 🎨✨
Heading home for Easter? This is the spot to reunite with mates, hit the dance floor, and celebrate the long weekend in style!
🔥 Thursday before Good Friday
🎧 Local Rivaz Resident DJs spinning retro classics
🍹 Retro cocktail specials
🎟️ FREE ENTRY!
⏰ 9PM 'til late
Don’t miss a night of throwback beats, great vibes, and endless fun! Tag your crew and get ready to party. 🕺💃
We generally cruise on the first Sunday of every month with additional cruises during some holiday periods, long weekends and during festivals. Cruises may be cancelled due to extreme weather conditions and may be subject to change so please confirm details.
Experience a bygone era with a scenic 90 minute cruise, cruising on the historic PS. Industry. Hear the unique sounds of the paddle wheels, the hiss of steam and see the wood fired boiler being stoked. Devonshire tea with scones cooked in a wood fired oven is served. During the cruise, passengers will see wildlife consisting of waterfowl, and even a koala or two may be seen as you pass between majestic river red gums and limestone cliffs.
Commissioned in 1911 as a work boat for S.A. Water keeping the Murray River open to traffic by removing snags and later in the construction of locks and weirs. After being retired in 1969, the PS. Industry was carefully restored by the hard work of the volunteers in 1990.
Bookings are essential and can be made at the Renmark Visitor Information Centre: 1300 661 704.
Individual and group bookings can also be made by phoning the Renmark Paringa Visitor Information Centre
Upcoming cruises.
Saturday April 19th - 10:30am, 12:30pm and 2:00pm
Sunday April 20th - 10:30am, 12:30pm and 2:00pm
The award winning Barmera Markets are held at Sargent Park on the lakefront and are a must visit for locals and visitors to the region.
Next Market: Sunday March 9th - 9am to 1pm
The markets comprise a large variety of stalls including clothing, craft, woodwork, jewellery, artwork, books, furniture, fruit, vegetables, homewares, DVD’s, condiments, plants, food and coffee. From one market to the next there is usually some different stallholders mixed in with the regular favourites.
Market organisers always try and incorporate live music and also a display or demonstration of some kind which adds to the atmosphere and range of activities to enjoy so head along, have a browse, listen to the music and enjoy a variety of foods and great coffee.
Future Market Dates:
Sunday April 20th - Easter Twilight Market & Open Air Cinema - from 2pm
Sunday June 8th - 9am to 1pm
Sunday October 5th - 9am to 1pm
Sunday November 2nd - 9am to 1pm
Sunday December 7th - 9am to 1pm
Stallholder enquiries can be made by calling 08 8588 2289.
Being in business can be lonely, but it doesn’t have to be. That’s why we’re bringing small business owners together for a relaxed and non-salesy networking event—where you can connect, collaborate, and share ideas over coffee! ☕✨
📅 Wednesday, April 23 | 11 AM
📍 Hosted by Creative Little Soul founder & award-winning business coach Chrissy Symeonakis, and Kim Seymour (our Riverland correspondent) at The Renmark Club
👥 FREE to attend + Your first coffee & light refreshments are on us! PLUS, one lucky attendee will win a complimentary content photoshoot 📸🎉
Tag your business besties and come along! RSVP via the QR code and we can't wait to meet you there.
May, 2025
The Riverland Rock and Roll Festival is held in Waikerie on the first weekend in May each year.
2025 will be the 31st festival.
VENUE Waikerie Gliding Club Hanger.
Thursday May 1st - The festival kicks off on Thursday night with DJ Angelo from 7pm. BYO nibbles & drinks. Tickets $10
Friday May 2nd - Fabulous Friday. Hanger doors open at 6pm. DJ Angelo and the Party Cats from 7pm to10.30pm. BYO nibbles & drinks. Tickets $25
Saturday May 3rd - Waikerie markets during the day. DJ Angelo from 9am to 2pm. Dancing, Show n Shine, food stalls.
Sunday May 4th - Breakfast n Dancing at the hanger. DJ Angelo from 9am to 1pm. Tickets $10
Visit our Facebook page for a full program.
Phone: 0488 691 667 for enquires and sales, if there is no answer please leave your name and number and a brief message so we can call you back as soon as possible.
Enquires or seating requests can also be done by email: riverlandrnr@gmail.com
Day 1 - Saturday April 3rd - Handicap
Seniors: 80km Handicap "Barry Skinner Classic"
Juniors: Information TBA - refer to website
(Racing starts at the corner of Winkie road and Dalziel Road - not at the Berri Hotel)
Berri Hotel Presentation Dinner: Thanks to Cervelo Australia's generous sponsorship - All nominated racers will receive a complementary dinner at the Berri Hotel as part of the presentation proceedings! This dinner is a highlight of the weekend, and we would hope that as many riders as possible will stay up and be part of the community.
Day 2 - Sunday April 4th - Riverview Drive Criterium from 8am
Seniors: Men's and Women's Graded Racing
Juniors: Graded Criteriums
As always there will be prizes galore over the weekend and Saturday Night Presentation festivities at The Berri Hotel.
Promoted by NORWOOD CYCLING CLUB
The Rotary Waikerie Riverfront Markets -
Sunday 9th March - “Fringe Family Day” Market - 2pm-7pm
Incorporating the Rotary Book Stall
The Rotary Waikerie Markets are held regularly throughout the year with some markets scheduled to coincide with long weekends and local events. There are always a variety of stalls, including Fresh Fruit & Veg, Jams, Honey, home made pastries & baked goods, Jewellery, hair accessories, dried fruits, plants, face painting and kids corner, fabrics and crafts, hot coffee, BBQ , soy candles and much more
Head along and enjoy a day out.
2025 market dates:
Saturday 3rd May - “Rock’n’Roll and the Show’n’Shine” Market - 9am-2pm
Sunday 6 July -“Artisan Craft & Collectibles” Waikerie Institute Hall - 10am-3pm
Sunday 7th September - “Spring” Market - 9am-2pm
Saturday 25th October - “Summer Rowing Regatta” Market - 9am-2pm
Sunday 14th December - “Christmas” Market - 9am-2pm
Enquiries to 0438 185 385
Visit our website for further information or to book a stall - www.waikeriemarket.com/
June, 2025
Barmera's SA Sheepdog Trials will again be held on the June long weekend (Wed to Sun) on the Barmera oval at the bottom of Barwell Ave.
The Sheepdog Trials don't only provide a great public spectacle but also promote a wide human interest in the working sheepdog amongst sheep breeders and the general public and encourage, develop and maintain a high standard of working sheepdog. Roughly starting around 8am until 4pm each day.
Another fun feature of the Barmera trials is the 'running of the sheep' on Saturday morning in the main street of Barmera.
For more information contact Bob Clark – 0418 473 169
December, 2025
🎄 Berri Christmas Market 🎄
🗓 6th December 2025
📍 Berri Town Hall
Dive into the holiday spirit at our boutique, gift-style Christmas market right in the heart of Berri! 🎅✨
Get ready to explore a treasure trove of Riverland crafts, one-of-a-kind gifts, and local treats that are sure to make your Christmas season extra special. This family-friendly, free market is the perfect way to enjoy local shopping with a festive twist!
🎁 Special Holiday Photo Op 🎁
Don’t miss this chance to shop, celebrate, and make memories at the Berri Christmas Market. See you there!
May, 2026
The Renmark Kart Club is hosting the SA Dirt Karting Titles in conjunction with A.I.D.K.A. from May 1st to 3rd 2026.
Australia's top dirt karts will be competing over 3 days to win a State Title
The 600 metre track is super fast and creates some excellent racing with it’s kidney shape providing a long sweeping corner with some tight bends to keep it real.
Our aim is to create a family orientated atmosphere for young and old alike where everyone can enjoy great day racing.