Trendy Travellers Ditching Vans for Tinnies

Due to the novel coronavirus pandemic many Australian holidaymakers have been encouraged to seek a venture within their own country. Although international borders have since been reopened, many are still choosing to avoid the large waiting queues at airports. While Australians had to endure lockdowns and closures, naturally, people have begun picking up new hobbiesContinue reading “Trendy Travellers Ditching Vans for Tinnies”

Concerns in Canberra as ‘foot-in-mouth’ disease runs rampant in parliament house

The highly contagious and devastating ‘foot in mouth disease’ is hastily making it’s way through the parliament house. Experts are warning that this could be the largest outbreak of the disease in Canberra since the 1990’s. “It is incredibly concerning,” claims Dr Beau Vine. “We’ve not seen an outbreak like this in the capital sinceContinue reading “Concerns in Canberra as ‘foot-in-mouth’ disease runs rampant in parliament house”

Overtaking lanes soon to be abolished in SA

The state government of South Australia met last week on the 31st of June to discuss numerous traffic related problems throughout the state. One of the most eventful outcomes of the meeting was the unanimous decision to begin removing overtaking lanes from country highways. “There’s no point in them being there as anyone going underContinue reading “Overtaking lanes soon to be abolished in SA”

“It’s not fair” claim local drug users, as growers move away from marijuana to the more lucrative vegetable market

The Australian economy is currently going through a devastating period. With the cost of living going up, and the cost of raw materials going up, many industries have suffered. However, local farmers are bringing in record profits, as the cost of fruit and vegetables has skyrocketed in recent months. This has led many residents toContinue reading ““It’s not fair” claim local drug users, as growers move away from marijuana to the more lucrative vegetable market”

Lance Charles’ Birthday Party Gets Wild During Year of The Tiger

A few days ago, the 17th of June, marked an important day for the head of journalism at our local trustworthy news outlet. That day is Lance Charles’ birthday and he decided that this year was an important one as he doesn’t actually know his real age “I just know that I was born on the 17thContinue reading “Lance Charles’ Birthday Party Gets Wild During Year of The Tiger”

Police warn of invasive cannabis plants found growing in Riverland farms

SA Police in conjunction with PIRSA have made an announcement today, on a new outbreak of an invasive plant. After a weekend operation targeting farm properties, police discovered cannabis plants growing in every single one. SA Police spokesperson Sgt. Biggs explains: “We located several cannabis plants growing at the first property we searched. At firstContinue reading “Police warn of invasive cannabis plants found growing in Riverland farms”

Strong link between ‘vehicles or animals’ as profile pictures, and not understanding satire, a new study reveals

A stunning report from the CSIRO has been released today, giving some insights into social science regarding Facebook users. “A user with a profile picture that features not themselves, but rather a vehicle or an animal, is up to 80% more likely to not understand satire.” “It’s been a phenomenon for a while, and I’mContinue reading “Strong link between ‘vehicles or animals’ as profile pictures, and not understanding satire, a new study reveals”

Student smoking area’s ‘lack of ashtrays’ to blame for last week’s fire at Berri Regional Secondary College

A fire set ablaze a classroom last week at Berri Regional Secondary College, causing over $80,000 in damages. The local fire department was quick to act, and managed to prevent the fire spreading to other buildings. A thorough investigation was immediately started to find out the cause, and the fire investigators believe they have discoveredContinue reading “Student smoking area’s ‘lack of ashtrays’ to blame for last week’s fire at Berri Regional Secondary College”

Local Tradie discovers music after local radio station decides to play a song between advertisements

A local tradie has made the discovery of a lifetime while working on a job site in Renmark. James, 28, has discovered music for the first time in his life. After his Makita radio started playing something other than an advertisement for a local business. “It was quite a shock!” James told us. “I wasContinue reading “Local Tradie discovers music after local radio station decides to play a song between advertisements”

Millions of pets to suffer as local psychic predicts the death of rural veterinary clinics

It is no secret that most people like to try and save a buck or two. But when you live in a place like the Riverland, supporting local businesses is extremely important to keep the community thriving, despite needing to pay a little more. Many people would understand the need for the marginally higher costsContinue reading “Millions of pets to suffer as local psychic predicts the death of rural veterinary clinics”