Media Releases

Labor slashes PSO funding as crime rates soar

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.

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Chaffey forgotten in Labor Budget

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.

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Labor hides monthly crime statistics in another transparency fail

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

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Renmark Named SA’s Top Tourism Town

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

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‘Chronic’ staff shortages spark violent riot at Yatala Labour Prison

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.

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Group Training Organisation traineeship program assists Riverland agriculture workforce

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.

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SPORTS GRANTS SUPPORT COMMUNITIES IN THE RIVERLAND

Sporting organisations in Chaffey will receive part of the Marshall Liberal Government’s $20.6 million Infrastructures Sports Grants, to improve facilities for grassroots sporting clubs.

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Call to support region’s economy and shop local this Christmas

Member for Chaffey Tim Whetstone is calling on Riverland and Mallee residents to support small business and bolster local jobs by shopping local this Christmas.

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MARSHALL GOVERNMENT’S STATE BUDGET SECURING CHAFFEY’S FUTURE

The Marshall Government’s State Budget will secure a stronger future for Chaffey through the creation of jobs and better services.

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Riverland to shine on the Illuminate Adelaide program

The Riverland will take centre stage with the announcement of South Australia’s newest major festival set to start in the Riverland from September 17 to October 9.

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