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Local libraries about more than just books

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Danger zone1
A local boat operator says damaged navigation markers present a "dangerous" situation for river travellers near the South Australian border.

Tamworth dream comes true for Kelly
Local musician Kelly Menhennett said there was "no way" she expected to win the best song writer award at a prestigious national competition in Tamworth this week.

Casualties of war
Riverland fruit and vegetable growers could be the casualties in the latest supermarket price war, with some being paid up to 15 per cent less than production costs.

MUSIC IN FOCUS: DJ Jazza wants others to get involved
Disc jockey Jared Cullen wants to encourage DJ-ing in the Riverland because he believes it will allow for more people to understand it as an art.

Local school damage
Unknown persons vandalised equipment near the sandpit at Waikerie Primary School some time between April 1 and 6, police have reported.

Gone are the days when local libraries were places just to borrow books.

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