Confusing Malinauskas Labor Government messaging regarding a ban on water activities has caused Riverland businesses to lose income in another blow to the local tourism industry.

The Opposition is calling on the State Government to provide further support to River Murray communities, including requesting the services of the Australian Defence Force, to better help with preparation, mitigation and communication as water levels continue to rise.

As the Riverland and Mallee mourn the loss of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, the Member for Chaffey Tim Whetstone has advised that a book of condolence will be available for the Chaffey community to sign from Wednesday, September 14th at the Chaffey Electorate office.

Murray-Darling Basin communities and those interested in delivering the Basin Plan have a lot to be worried about following Labor’s announcement that Sydney-based barrister, Richard Beasley, will be appointed as South Australia’s new River Murray Commissioner.

The Malinauskas Labor Government has cut crucial funding for 168 Protective Security Officers in a huge blow to the safety and security of South Australians as SAPOL faces a staff shortage crisis.

The lack of support for the Riverland and Mallee in this week’s State Budget was disappointing but not surprising Member for Chaffey Tim Whetstone said today.

The Malinauskas Labor Government’s transparency track record has taken another hit with months’ worth of SAPOL crime statistics kept secret from South Australians.

Renmark has been recognised as South Australia’s Top Tourism Town for 2022.

The state’s highest security prison descended into chaos over the long weekend when prisoners violently revolted against a lockdown caused by chronic staff shortages, according to a media report.

An innovative pilot program will see seasonal workers in the Riverland employed by a Group Training Organisation to provide them with year-round work, learning valuable skills and addressing the workforce needs of the agriculture industry.