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Tue, 07 February 2012|2:06am
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Rail land sale slammed

The community is being called to rally against the State Government sale of the former Mill Corner rail land.

Secker considers Riverland office move

Member for Barker Patrick Secker is assuring Riverlanders that moving his electorate office out of the region would not significantly reduce his contact with local constituents.

Sex predator found guilty

A Loxton man who sexually abused four teenage boys will spend at least six years behind bars.

Location’s green light

Loxton Waikerie Council has given the green light for the development of a new town playground at the Pioneer Rose Garden site.

Obesity plan shot down

A proposed program promoting anti-obesity in children was shot down at last week's Loxton Waikerie Council meeting.

More people keeping cool at pool

The Loxton swimming pool has had a terrific summer, welcoming more people through the gate than last year.

Loxton AA holds open meeting

Community members are being invited to attend an open meeting and barbecue hosted by the Loxton Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) group next Tuesday.

Council deal done

Berri Barmera residents' rubbish will be deposited in Loxton.

Summer security warning

While a cooling breeze through an open window provides relief from the heat, locals are warned that it could also tempt thieves.

EDITORIAL: Who has the power?

Friday's district power outage provided an interesting social experiment.

Twins’ cricket success

25/Jan/12 Twin brothers Trent and Tyson Hartley have proved to be double trouble for their opponents this season, emerging as skilful opening batsmen for Loxton North's B grade cricket side.

Second swim cancellation

25/Jan/12 Organisers are still hoping for a successful Loxton open swimming carnival next month, despite the cancellation of the open water swim for a second consecutive year.

Solid batting by Loxton

25/Jan/12 Loxton will have to defend a total of 229 runs next week against Berri, after a solid performance on the first day of the Riverland A grade cricket match on Saturday.

Locals take on the Tour Down Under

25/Jan/12 Ten local cyclists put their fitness to the test over the weekend, competing in the 2012 Bupa Challenge Tour.

Schaefer scorches golf competition

25/Jan/12 The weather was hot and so was the play at the Loxton Golf Course on Saturday.

Blue makes top softball division

25/Jan/12 Riverland softball split its top division on Saturday, with Loxton Blue included in the four teams to compete in the new A grade competition.

One point loss for Loxton men

25/Jan/12 Loxton was defeated by one point in a heartbreaking finish to an exciting Riverland division one men's basketball game against Barmera on Thursday night.

Bowls men suffer defeat

25/Jan/12 Loxton suffered a 40-shot loss at the hands of top side Berri in the latest round of Riverland division one men's pennant bowls on Saturday.

State pride for locals

25/Jan/12 Four local basketballers wore their state colours proudly while representing South Australia in different tournaments recently.

New coaching duo for Tigers

20/Jan/12 It seems two heads are better than one at East Murray, with two joint A grade coaches appointed for the 2012 Riverland Independent Football season.

The Doggies’ new leader

20/Jan/12 Improving player fitness and increasing the numbers at training are two of the main priorities for new Wunkar A grade football coach Lincoln Evans.

Wicket blitz spells victory for Loxton

20/Jan/12 An impressive bowling performance by Jake Albrecht has helped Loxton to defend its total in Saturday's Riverland A grade cricket clash against Renmark.

State spot for Kimber

20/Jan/12 Loxton lawn bowler Peter Kimber has made it to the final 16 of the South Australian state singles championship.

Locals swim well at country champs

20/Jan/12 Loxton was well-represented at the South Australian Country Swimming Championships at Port Pirie Swimming Club.

Loxton’s finals hopes alive

20/Jan/12 Loxton kept its finals chances alive with an eight-shot triumph over Renmark RSL in Riverland division one men's bowls on Saturday.

No bowls luck for local women

20/Jan/12 Berri, Renmark and Barmera all opened 2012 with comfortable victories in Riverland division one women's bowls last Wednesday morning.

Loxton ends Renmark winning streak

20/Jan/12 The Renmark Steamers suffered their first loss in two years on Thursday night, going down to Loxton in Riverland division one women's basketball.

Blue on cue for softball premiership

20/Jan/12 Loxton Blue continued on its winning way in Riverland A grade softball on Saturday.

Sun shines on Vacswim program

12/Jan/12 A buzz of activity surrounded the Loxton swimming pool last week, with children taking to the water for the 2012 Riverland Vacswim program.

Hockey duo’s state selection

12/Jan/12 Loxton has continued its history of producing star sportspeople, with hockey players Aaron Evans and Sean Burgess selected to represent the state.

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