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Events Calendar
April, 2025
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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
The Waikerie Show ‘N’ Shine is on again - Saturday 3rd May 2025 – 9am - 2pm in conjunction with the Riverland Rock and Roll Festival and the Waikerie Markets.
Waikerie Community Sports Centre Playing Fields - 9am to 2pm
$5 entry fee
HOPE YOU CAN COME AND JOIN US!
If you would like a Registration Form please message us via Facebook, or email:- waikerieshownshine@gmail.com
OR, you can download a form from the Riverland West Chamber of Commerce’s website - https://riverlandwestchamber.com.au/show-n-shine
Any queries please call – Gini Gatgens 0419 660 591
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/
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.
May - Sunday 4th: 10:30am, 12:30pm and 2:00pm
June - Sunday 8th: 10:30am, 12:30pm and 2:00pm
July - Sunday 6th: 10:30am, 12:30pm and 2:00pm
August - Sunday 3rd: 10:30am, 12:30pm and 2:00pm
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 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.
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
Saturday May 17th - from 5pm
Modlites SA Title, Street Stocks, Super Sedans, Junior Sedans, Modified Sedans
Family Friendly - All welcome
Admission: Family $50 / Adults $25 / Pensioners & Students $20 / Kids under 6 FREE
For more information phone Robbie Stevens on 0412 474 289
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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.
Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea at the Renmark Club! ☕🍰
Join us on Thursday, 22nd May at 11 AM as we proudly host a Biggest Morning Tea in support of the Cancer Council.
For just $20 +booking fee, enjoy a delicious assortment of treats, all while making a difference in the fight against cancer.
Gather your loved ones, share stories, and support a truly special cause. Tickets are on sale here: https://tickets.myguestlist.com/v267ef2e347045b/australias-biggest-morning-tea-at-the-renmark-club/evs67ef2e34764d0/
The 37th Annual Monash Mammoth Market - A fun filled day for everyone.
Plenty of entertainment, plenty of food and stall holders selling a wide variety of products including jewellery, native plants, dried fruit, garden ornaments and lots, lots, more. Come for a quick look around or come for the day. Something for everyone.
Small entry fee for adults and kids are free. 9am to 2pm. We hope to see you there.
Stallholder bookings and enquiries can be made on 08 8583 5361
Renmark Lions Club Fundraising Bazaar - generally held on the last Saturday of the month at the W E Wood Hall and the old Show Society Office at Renmark No. 2 Oval.
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:
Sunday May 25th
Sunday June 15th (additional mid-year event)
Sunday June 29th
Sunday July 27th
Sunday August 30th
Sunday September 21st
Sunday October 12th (Special Rose Week event with Antiques/ Collectables Auction)
Sunday November 2nd (additional event)
Sunday November 30th
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
Hosted by the Marathon Canoe Club of SA since 1988 the Riverland Paddling Marathon (RPM) is not just a marathon it is a festival of paddling marathons with six (6) possible events over 3 days on June Long Weekend in the chilly month of June each year.
Since 1988 on the June Long Weekend paddlers from all over Australia gather on the famous Murray River in South Australia’s beautiful Riverland to meet, greet and most importantly to compete in our paddling events.
The Six events which run consecutively over the weekend include;
- The Murray 200 – a 208 km continuous paddle over 3 days from Berri to Morgan
- The 200 Relay – the same 208 km course from Berri to Morgan but paddled in a relay event.
- The Murray 100 – a 93km course over 3 days covering sections of the longer Berri to Morgan course
- The Murray 50 – a 49km course over 3 days, sharing day 1 and 3 with the Mini-marathon and day 2 with the M100
- Single day paddle – on Sunday of the event weekend, 26km from Devlins Pound to Waikerie
- Mini-marathon – an opportunity to try the event by paddling 11 or 12km on any single day or on multiple days
The RPM is genuinely a fun event with a wide array of craft taking to the river including international craft, recreational canoes & kayaks, surf skis, outriggers, surf boats and sups. The emphasis at the RPM at all times is about participation.
So, if you are up for a challenge lock the date in early and get into action for this year’s Riverland Paddling Marathon.
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 June 8th - 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 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.
Sunday June 8th - June Long Weekend - from 12 noon
Street Stocks - Steve Butcher Memorial, Super Sedans, Modified Track Championship, Junior Sedans Modlites
Family Friendly - All welcome
Admission: Family $50 / Adults $25 / Pensioners & Students $20 / Kids under 6 FREE
For more information phone Robbie Stevens on 0412 474 289
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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.