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Events Calendar
January, 2021
Upcoming cruises.
24th January 2021
Cruise times will be: 11am, 1pm and 2.30pm
We 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.
FREE Australia Day Community Breakfast.
7am to 8.30am
Includes Citizen Of The Year Award presentations.
Register at www.eventbrite.com.au
Please bring your own chair and umbrella. COVID safe protocols will be in place.
The 2021 Australia Day Ceremony will be conducted in Barmera on the Lake Bonney foreshore. This is in keeping with the annual rotation policy of hosting the event on alternate years between the townships of Berri and Barmera.
Once again the plan for activities on the day will commence with a Community Walk at 6.45am, followed by a FREE breakfast from 7.15am served by Councillors, volunteer staff and service club members.
Formal proceedings begin around 8:15am with a welcome address by the Mayor, followed by Australian Citizenship ceremonies, guest speakers and the presentation of Australia Day Awards.
Registration forms for the Community Walk can be downloaded from the Berri Barmera Council website
Renmark Paringa Council - Australia Day Celebrations 2021
Celebrate Australia Day 2021 at Renmark Paringa Council's Community Breakfast, Award Presentations and Citizenship Ceremony.
The celebrations will commence with a FREE community breakfast being served from 8.00am (doors open at 7.45am) at the Renmark Club, 160 Murray Avenue, Renmark. Admission is free but this is a ticketed event and Covid safe protocols will be in place.
The official proceedings will follow with the traditional Australia Day Ceremony, the presentations to the 2021 Renmark Paringa Australia Day Award Winners and the Citizenship Ceremony, beginning at approx.9.00am.
Attendees will have the option of a traditional Aussie cooked breakfast or a vegetarian alternative.
The official Australia Day Ceremony will include -
Acknowledgment of Country
Welcome by Mayor Neil Martinson
National Anthem 'Advance Australia Fair'
Citizenship Ceremony
Award Presentations
-Citizen of the Year
-Community Event of the Year
-Community Service Awards
Australia Day Message by John Angove
Mayors Closing Message
Renmark Lions Club Fundraising Bazaars ARE BACK - next one...January 30th, followed by February 27th, March 27th, April 24th (TBC), May 29th (TBC) & June 26th (TBC).
8am to 12am
COVID 19 distancing protocols must be observed.
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 sale.
February, 2021
UPCOMING MEETINGS....
February 6
Solos, Sidecars
March 6
Super Sedans, Street Stocks, Modlites, V6 Sprints, Junior Sedans
April 3
Wingless Sprints, Formula 500s, Modified Sedans, Street Stocks, Junior Sedans
The next Waikerie Market on Saturday February 6th is a twilight market from 4.30pm to 8.30pm.
Waikerie Markets are held several times throughout the year on the Civic Centre lawns. 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.
Check our Facebook page for updates - https://www.facebook.com/WaikerieMarkets/
Future Market dates are;
Saturday March 6th - 9am to 1.30pm
Saturday April 3rd - 9am to 1.30pm (Easter)
Saturday May 1st - 9am to 2.00pm (Rock n Roll Festival)
Saturday June 5th - 9am to 2.00pm (Riverland West Citrus Fest)
Saturday July 3rd - 9am to 1.30pm
Saturday August 7th - 9am to 1.30pm
Saturday September 4th - 9am to 1.30pm
Saturday October 2nd - 4pm to 8pm Twilight on the Waikerie Riverfront
Saturday November 6th - 9am to 1.30pm
Saturday December 4th - time TBC
Call 0455 483 669 for bookings or further information.
Round 1 of the Stacer Riverland Dinghy Club Championship Series is a distance race in open waterways and several creek networks. The race is split into two separate races commencing at 10am. Free family viewing – visit our website for more information and spectator map.
Super Sedans State Titles - Saturday 13th February - from 5PM
Plus Modified Sedans, Super Sedans, Modlites, Street Stocks, F500's, Amca's
V6 Sprints Riverland Cup
Junior Sedans track championship
Family Friendly - All welcome
Admission: Adults $20 / Family $45 / Pensioners $15 / Kids under 5 FREE
For more information phone Robbie Stevens on 0412 474 289
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SUSPENDED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE
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 river front. 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
Nippy's Loxton Gift Carnival is the richest foot race event in SA after the Bay Sheffield. A twilight event attracting high calibre athletes competing in non stop races from 4pm. This will be the 20th running of this event.
Venue: Loxton Oval - Admission Free
Run as a twilight event from 4pm
The event attracts high calibre athletes from SA & interstate. All races are under handicap conditions making for exciting finishes.
Catering available
For further details and information contact: Sonya Altschwager 0405 348 260
Loxton celebrates its 64th Mardi Gras & Family Community Festival in 2021 with the event being moved to the Loxton Oval for 2021.
Covid safe practices will apply with a designated secure family lawn area.
The day's program includes the Mardi Gras parade & presentations, Bands, Food Vans & Market Stalls.
Details on ticketing and entry information can be found on the website. http://www.loxtonmardigras.org.au
The Mardi Gras is a family fun day, with money raised going towards community projects. Most years the event raises thousands of dollars through the efforts of many volunteers.
March, 2021
Riverland West Fisherama & Boat Raffle
Major raffle prize - Boat, Trailer & Motor package valued at $14,000
8am start
Junior & Senior Fishing Sections
Breakfast & Catering Available on the Day
Prices: $35 per ticket or 2 for $60 or 4 for $100.
Tickets include entry into the raffle.
The Lake Bonney Yacht Club will conduct a Regatta for classic dinghies of all classes. The LBYC Classic Dinghy Regatta will be for the display and racing of historic and classic dinghies with wooden hulls, wooden and fibreglass or all fibreglass with traditional rigging although spars may be made of materials other than wood.
Sailors entering and taking part on the water in their classic or historic dinghy in the Regatta Races or Social Sail will be eligible for awards [excluding those dinghies that do not qualify as Classics]. A brief history of the boat is to be provided as part of the entry. Organizers will produce the sheet for display so all can better appreciate the boat.
The Regatta includes social, race events, the display of boats on the foreshore of Lake Bonney and on the water. There will be race awards and for boats in two categories. Boats will be judged by a panel.
Join us for a weekend full of Rock'n'Roll music, dancing and fun on the beautiful banks of the River Murray. March 11th to 15th.
VENUE ~ Greek Community Hall 21st Street Renmark
Thursday 11th March 6.30 - 11.00pm
Partner Dance with DJ Ron
Tickets $10
Friday 12th March 6.30 - 11.30pm
Midnight Shift & DJ Ron
Tickets $20
Saturday 13th March 7.00 - 12.00pm
The Cadillacs & DJ Ron
Tickets $20
Sunday 14th March
9.00am Relax at the Lions Club Park (Renmark Big 4 Park) with a wonderful cooked BIG breakfast, re-live the weekend, as well as catch up with old friends (& new ones!)
Tickets $5.00 each
11.30am Head to the Woolshed Brewery for a relaxing afternoon
Monday 15th March
River Rock Dance Club night at Renmark Hotel 7.30 - 10pm $2 entry
Strict COVID plan & restrictions will be in place. Assist us by booking in tables of 10, thank you.
South Australia's Biggest Carp Fishing Comp- 13th March 2021.
A not for profit community event going 8 years strong . Great family day out held on picturesque Lake Bonney. Fish from the shore, boat or kayak. Any size fish can win the major cash prize or one of many prizes donated by local small business. NO size limit.
First Prize WINS $3,000 Cash! 2nd Prize: $1,500. 3rd Prize - $500
Other prizes include 5 weekend getaway packages, fishing kayak, swag, local wine & produce - all thanks to our generous sponsors.
Starts 6.30 am to 3pm. Presentations at the Barmera Club at 5.30 pm. Lake Bonney, Barmera. SA fishing regulations apply. 2 rods per person.
$8,000 in prizes
$20 adults.
$10 U/15
$50 Family
Follow us on Facebook for updates.
April, 2021
Multi-event triathlon in and around Lake Bonney. Short course triathlon on Saturday 10 April suitable for all ages and abilities. South Australia Long Course championship triathlon on Sunday 11 April
AMCA's SA State Title - Saturday 10th April - from 5PM
Plus Modified Sedans, Super Sedans, Country Sedans, W/Less Sprints, Modlites, Street Stocks, F500's, Amca's, Junior Sedans
Robert Gynne Memorial & Track Championship
Family Friendly - All welcome
Admission: Adults $20 / Family $45 / Pensioners $15 / Kids under 5 FREE
For more information phone Robbie Stevens on 0412 474 289
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May, 2021
The Riverland Rock and Roll Festival is held in Waikerie on the first weekend in May each year. 2021 will be the 27th festival.
The festival kicks off on Friday night and a number of events are held over the weekend at various venues in and around Waikerie. Visit our Facebook page for a full program.
Enquiries to Jenny on 0427 975 251
Modified Sedans State Series - Saturday 15th May - from 5PM
Plus Super Sedans, Modlites, W/Less Sprints, Street Stocks, F500's, Amca's, V6 Sprints, Junior Sedans, Classics
Robert Gwynne Memorial Final
Super Sedans Country Series
Family Friendly - All welcome
Admission: Adults $20 / Family $45 / Pensioners $15 / Kids under 5 FREE
For more information phone Robbie Stevens on 0412 474 289
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EVENT DATE AND SCHEDULING STILL TO BE CONFIRMED
The 33rd Annual Monash Mammoth Market - A fun filled day for everyone.
Plenty of entertainment (music, face painting, jumping castles), plenty of food and stall holders selling a wide variety of goods.....come for a quick look around or come for the day. Something for everyone.
$2 entry 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
June, 2021
Steve Butcher Street Stocks Memorial - Sunday 13th June - from 12noon
Modified Sedan Championships
Junior Sedans Track Championship Final
Plus Modlites, Amca's, Classics
Family Friendly - All welcome
Admission: Adults $20 / Family $45 / Pensioners $15 / Kids under 5 FREE
For more information phone Robbie Stevens on 0412 474 289
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September, 2021
The Riverland Field Days are a very popular 2 day annual event that attracts thousands of people from throughout South Australia and beyond. Hosted on a purpose built facility just out of Barmera on the Sturt Highway.
With over 350 exhibitors and approximately 30 caterers there is something for the whole family. The field days include the latest in agricultural machinery, equipment and services, demonstrations & information sessions. There are also numerous and varied retail & trade sites including automotive, marine, building trades & services, food producers, clothing & footwear, hardware, electrical, camping & fishing, welding & engineering, and much more. Many local service providers also take the opportunity to promote their services, for example, disability & support services.
A large program of events, parades and other various entertainment enhance the static displays and there are a range of food & wine tastings as well.
We invite you to come along and experience one of the Riverland's major events. New exhibitors are always welcome.
March, 2022
The 18th National Caravan Rally will commence on 28/03/2022 lasting for 10 days to 07/04/2022.
Around 500 caravans from all over Australia will converge on the Riverland and injecting some $7/8 million into the local community.
A trade fair will also be held from 1st-3rd April that will also attract people to the region.
If you wish to get involved in this Major Event please contact the treasurer/sponsorship officer Trevor Porter by phone or email.....
Phone - 0413 069 577
Email - treasurer@18thnationalcaravanrally.org.au