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Events Calendar
March, 2024
Renmark Rocks on 2024 program is as follows....
Thursday 14th March
7 to 10.30pm
Riverland Sunfresh - Renmark Ave, Renmark
Partner Dance with DJ AngeloTickets $10
Friday 15th March
7 to 11.30pm
Riverland Sunfresh - Renmark Ave, Renmark
Shake 2 & DJ Angelo
Tickets $25
Shake 2 are a highly sort after Melbourne band with a HUGE song selection - You will not be disappointed by attending BOTH nights!
Assist us by booking in tables of 10, thank you.
Saturday 16th March
7 to 11.30pm
Riverland Sunfresh - Renmark Ave, Renmark
Shake 2 & DJ Angelo
Tickets $25
Sunday 17th March
9.00am Relax at Riverland Sunfresh with a wonderful cooked BIG breakfast, re-live the weekend, as well as catch up with old friends (& new ones!)
Tickets $5.00 each
More FREE dancing provided by DJ Angelo
Monday 18th March
River Rock Dance Club night at the Monash Town Hall 7 to 9.30pm
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 - Crystals - Aromatherapy - Massage - Variety of Readers - Reiki Energy Healing - Soy Wax Candles - Gemstone Jewellery - Iridology - Ear Candling - Access Bars - Reflexology - Spiritual Books - CD's - New Age Gifts - Spiritual Art - Hypnotherapy
10am to 4pm each day - Hotel Renmark Function Centre
Fundraiser with proceeds to the Audrey Hefford Competition
Doors open 1.30pm for a 2pm start, finish 4pm
Cost $20 p/person including 1 free glass of wine (alcoholic or non alcoholic) on arrival.
Live Entertainment
Raffle
Open to everyone, you don't need to be associated with bowls. Come along with friends or make new ones in a relaxed atmosphere whilst sharing in delectable delights.
Audrey Hefford is in it's 10th year, we'd like you to join us in this memorable occasion.
Bookings appreciated for catering.
Norma: 0428 839 299
Michelle: 0467 735 969
Saturday March 30th - 10:30am, 12:30pm and 2:00pm
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.
Sunday March 31st - 10:30am, 12:30pm and 2:00pm
Sunday April 7th - 10:30am, 12:30pm and 2:00pm
Sunday April 14th - 10:30am, 12:30pm and 2:00pm
Sunday April 21st - 10:30am, 12:30pm and 2:00pm
Friday May 5th will see a special steaming of the PS Industry from Renmark to Berri for her annual slippage. A 4-hour cruise along the Murray River with majestic views along the way. Steam to Berri and then return by bus to Renmark.
Last meeting of the season..
Saturday March 30th - Calperum Hill Wingless Sprint Challenge / Balshaw Memorials
Wingless Sprints, Junior Sedans, Street Stocks, Modified Sedans, Classics
Gates open at 5.00, racing at 6 - Gate and race times may vary - confirm on Facebook
At the Riverland Speedway track between Berri & Renmark
Canteen & bar facilities (no BYO or glass)
Admission prices-
Adults $20, Pensioners $15, Children $7, Under 7 free, Family $50
EFTPOS available at the gate
FUTURE MEETINGS
2024 / 25 dates to be advised
Dates and classes may be subject to change - check our Facebook page for the latest news
The award winning Barmera Main Street 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 31st - Easter Twilight Market & Open Air Cinema from 2pm
Hop into Barmera on Easter Sunday to check out our Easter Twilight Market and Open-Air Cinema screening DC League of Super Pets (PG).
Live music by Joey Haenen, large variety of stalls, food and coffee available, lawn games, face painting and visit from Easter Bunny!
All happening in Sargent Park, Barmera
A visit from Easter Bunny, face painting, singing and an outdoor movie night from 7pm.
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 May 5th - 9am to 1pm
Sunday June 9th - 9am to 1pm
Sunday October 6th - 9am to 1pm
Sunday November 3rd - 9am to 1pm
Sunday December 1st - 9am to 1pm
Stallholder enquiries can be made by calling 08 8588 2289.
April, 2024
Ballistic Fireworks is proud to announce the 2024 Lake Bonney Fireworks Spectacular on April 6.
Bring your family and a picnic blanket lakeside to enjoy a carnival including entertainment, food trucks, amusement rides, hot rod club car show and a Ballistic Fireworks display over Lake Bonney.
From 4pm until late
All profits from the event will be going to Prostate Cancer Research and the Barmera CFS in honour of Mike Philpot. Mike cherished his community and has been a member of many local volunteer groups. We cannot think of a better way to celebrate his life and contribution to the area.
If you are able to contribute to making this event a success, please visit this link - https://www.ballisticfireworks.com.au/coming-soon-01
A big thank you to the following partners -
Berri Barmera Council, Print DNA, Magic 931 5RM
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
3 Days of amazing golf in the Riverland
Tuesday April 16th @ Barmera Golf Club
18 hole Stableford (men’s event & women’s event)
18 hole 4 Ball Better Ball (partner can be man or woman)
Straightest & Longest (men’s events & women’s events)
1st 18 holes of 54 Hole Teams Event
Wednesday April 17th @ Loxton Golf Club
18 hole Stableford (men’s event & women’s event)
18 hole 4 Ball Better Ball (partner can be man or woman)
NTP (men’s event & women’s event) from 100 metres on 18th hole
2nd 18 holes of 54 Hole Teams Event
Thursday April 18th @ Berri Golf Club
18 hole Stableford (men’s event & women’s event)
Ultimate 18 holes (aggregate scores from 6 mystery holes on each course will form each person’s score in this 18 hole event)
NTP from greenside bunker on 18th hole (men’s event & women’s event)
3rd 18 holes of 54 Hole Teams Event
One $500 HOLE-IN-ONE PRIZE on a designated hole on each course.
(Only the 1st hole-in-one for the week receives the prize.)
$90 per player
Online entry form at: https://forms.gle/YnZB8seWVQFG8Tcn7
Enquiries to: Terry Sawade: 0427 643 557
Sponsored by Big River Golf & Country Club
Mini pizza lovers unite! Join Vincenzo from Italian Cuisine Made With Love for an interactive pizza making class on Thursday, April 18th, 11am to 1pm, in Berri at the Berri Visitor information Centre.
For only $10, you'll learn how to make the perfect slice and have a blast doing it!
Book now to secure your spot, all welcome.
Please join artist Lyn Anstey in our exclusive workshop where you can paint and create poppy pictures in memory of our ANZACS.
Artwork will contribute to the Berri Visitor Centre ANZAC window display.
This workshop is open to all ages and is free of charge.
Saturday April 20th - 11am to 1pm
TO BE CONFIRMED
Blanchetown RSL ANZAC Day march Tuesday 25th April will step off 0600 (6am) sharp from the old Blanchetown P.O. at the corner of Edgerton and Meade streets and march to the monument at the RSL.
A commemorative service will be held at the monument. After the service a Gunfire breakfast will be available at the club ($10 for adults)
Normal ANZAC Day activities including two up are also available
Lest We Forget.
TO BE CONFIRMED
Berri RSL & Barmera RSL hold a combined Commemorative Service - commencing at 6am - at the Upper Murray Garden of Memory on McKenzie Road Barmera.
Contact Berri Barmera Council for more details on 8582 1922
Lest We Forget.
TO BE CONFIRMED
Dawn Service will commence at 6.05am at the Cross of Sacrifice, Ral Ral Avenue.
The gunfire breakfast will be held in the Nanya Bistro of the Renmark Hotel, directly after the completion of the service.
Mid Morning March - Veterans, Descendants and Service groups are to meet at the entrance of the Renmark Club on Ral Ral Ave, at 10.20am. The march Marshall will then advise of the Order-of-March. Step-off is planned for 10.30am. Upon completion of the march at the Cross of Sacrifice, the mid-morning service will commence at 10.45am.
Refreshments to follow at the Renmark Hotel.
Lest We Forget.
TO BE CONFIRMED
25th Apr 2022 6:00 am - 7:00 am
Anzac Day Dawn Service – 6am Cadell War Memorial, Cnr McGuire Terrace and Smith Street, followed by breakfast at the Cadell Club.
Lest We Forget
TO BE CONFIRMED
Dawn Service at 5.45am on Moorook Riverfront at the flagpole and memorial plaque
Cuppa and Two-up to follow at the Moorook Community Hall
Lest We Forget.
TO BE CONFIRMED
25th Apr 2022 6:30 am
Anzac Day Dawn Service - 6:30am Swan Reach Soldiers Memorial, corner of Victoria Street & Hasse Hill Road, Swan Reach
Breakfast to follow, Swan Reach Golf Club at 7.30am
TO BE CONFIRMED
March commences at 7.45am, Cnr Burns Rd & Lawrie Tce
Memorial Service starting at 8.00am at the Soldiers Memorial Park in Lawrie Terrace Waikerie
Refreshments to follow at the RSL Club
Lest We Forget.
TO BE CONFIRMED
Dawn Service from 6.15am at the Cross of Sacrifice, Tobruk Tce
Breakfast to follow at the RSL Clubrooms at 15 Tobruk Terrace
Lest We Forget.
Saturday 27th April - from 5PM
Sprintcars, Junior Sedans, Super Sedans, Street Stocks, Modified Sedans, Classics
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 or Jenny 0412 641 334
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May, 2024
Saturday May 18th - from 5pm
Junior Sedans, Steve Butcher Memorial for Street Stocks, Modlites, Modified Sedans, Super Sedans, Classics
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 or Jenny 0412 641 334
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Bowls SA runs a Supa Series flagship event for Seniors that attracts participants and visitors from both intrastate and interstate.
Experience the history, nature and culture and gourmet treats of the Riverland and play bowls while you’re there!
The competition provides a pathway for athletes to represent South Australia on the National stage while showcasing our states great and diverse regional areas. All eligible bowlers are welcome to enter the event.
Even better still there's $700 Prize money each day!
Day 1 – Monday 27th May 2024 – Waikerie Bowling Club
Day 2 – Tuesday 28th May 2024 – Waikerie Bowling Club
Entries close midnight on Sunday, 12th May 2024
June, 2024
Get ready for a smoking time at Smoke On The Water - Barmera, where you can enjoy live music, delicious food, amazing drinks and stalls. Everyone is invited to enjoy an array of BBQ competitions, where skilled pitmasters compete in a friendly showdown of flavours and techniques.
Meanwhile, the event's degustation meals offer families the chance to savour a variety of mouth watering smoked meats, from tender ribs to succulent pulled pork, all while partaking in an assortment of entertainment options and live music.
General Admission $25 PER HEAD (Children Under 12 Free)
A variety of smoked meat, market and beverage vendors at stallholder prices.
Sit down meal add-ons are available once your ticket has been purchased; these include:
Hardcore Carnival Feast $70 PER HEAD
Sit down to a feast of our chef’s generous selection of succulent smoked meats and sizzling sensations.
Native Food Fusion $60 PER HEAD
Explore an array of Native foods and Indigenous flavours from our own backyard with 5 gourmet tasting sensations.
Join in this 1 hour interactive experience with our Indigenous Chefs Whitney and Tamara.
Whisky Wine & Fire - A Vegetarian Degustation $130 PER HEAD
An exquisite 5 course degustation of gourmet vegetarian dishes paired with, premium wines, spirits and ales showcasing the best the Murray has to offer (Gluten Free).
Whisky Wine & Fire - A Smoky Degustation $130 PER HEAD
A delightful 5 course degustation of slow cooked meats and vegetables paired with, premium wines, spirits and ales showcasing the best the Murray has to offer (Gluten Free).
From 11am to 8pm each day
No Pets Allowed
Unfortunately we do not cater for nut allergies
Strictly no BYO alcohol
Sunday June 9th - June Long Weekend - from 12 noon
Modified Sedans track championship
Modlites, Super Sedans, Junior Sedans, Street Stocks, Classics
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 or Jenny 0412 641 334
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September, 2024
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.
Open 9am to 5pm each day
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.
Tickets can be purchased online via the link on Riverland Field Days website. NO CASH ticket sales available at the gate!
TENTATIVE DATE FOR 2024 - Sunday September 15th
Known as the “Melbourne Cup of the Mallee”, the Mindarie-Halidon races are held annually in September. Come and join us for some fun.
Some of the events features include –
- Full Bar & Catering Facilities
- Marquees available
- Seven Races
- TOTE Facilities
-Sky Channel
- Children’s entertainment
December, 2024
The Lions Club of Morgan & District Inc. is excited to announce they will be hosting the Morgan Christmas Pageant & Fete event on Saturday 7th December 2024 from 3pm to 9:30pm.
The award winning famous Pageant will roll through the streets from 6:00pm, finishing at the Morgan Riverfront Precinct, so lock it in on your calendars!
More entertainment information to come closer to the event.
February, 2025
South Australia's Biggest Carp Fishing Comp- 1st March 2025.
A not for profit community event 11 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.
2025 prize list, entry prices and times to be confirmed
2024 prizes and times were....
Random draw prize for anyone who registers - First Prize WINS $3,000 Cash! 2nd Prize: $1,500. 3rd Prize - $500
Other prizes Include:
Cash
Weekend holiday packages.
Fishing gear, camping equipment ,gift baskets, vouchers, local wines & more.
You MUST have ID Bracelet on. No Bracelet- No Prize.
See our Facebook page for more information.
Starts 6.30 am to 3pm.
SA Carp Tossing Championship 4pm
Presentations at the Barmera Club at 5.30 pm. Lake Bonney, Barmera. SA fishing regulations apply. 2 rods per person.
Over $10,000 in prizes
$25 adults.
$10 U/16
$60 Family of four
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