The Latest Breaking News from Riverland

Work to repair more than 50 levee banks underway as burst impacts Murraylands town

South Australia's State Emergency Service (SES) says engineers are working to repair more than 50 levee banks along the River Murray ahead of the flood peak which is now expected from Boxing Day in Renmark.

ABC News · Dec 19, 2022

Riverland communities encourage tourists to visit the region and support local businesses

Riverland locals are using innovative ways to entice visitors to the region amid the River Murray flood emergency, saying people should not miss this natural event.

ABC News · Dec 17, 2022

When and where the River Murray flooding is expected to peak in South Australia's Riverland

Floodwaters from NSW and Victoria are inundating South Australia's Riverland region. Here is a look at what is expected in the coming weeks.

ABC News · Dec 16, 2022

Flooding impacts commute for Riverland residents, as SA government secures accommodation

The state government says it has secured more than 22,000 nights of accommodation for those impacted by the flood event, but residents are feeling the pinch as waters rise.

ABC News · Dec 13, 2022

Call to visit SA Riverland despite floods

Tourists should continue to visit South Australia's Riverland, the premier says, despite the Murray flooding that's affecting thousands of properties.

AAP · Dec 13, 2022

Body of man found in Ross Lagoon at Taylorville, in SA's Riverland

The body of a man has been found in waters at Taylorville, near Waikerie in South Australia's Riverland.

ABC News · Dec 11, 2022

Community watering hole anchors Cobdogla against rising River Murray waters

Cobdogla is small, with a population that is just shy of 400 people. But at its centre is a community club with a big heart.

ABC News · Dec 10, 2022

SA premier understands flood anxiety

South Australian Premier Peter Malinauskas has empathised with rising anxiety levels among Riverland communities over rising flood waters.

AAP · Dec 9, 2022

Lake Bonney closed off from Murray River at Barmera as Riverland flood peak approaches

A popular Riverland lake has been closed off from the River Murray to protect infrastructure and reduce the number of residents who may need to evacuate as South Australia grapples with ongoing flooding.

ABC News · Dec 8, 2022

River Murray flows to reach 220 gigalitres a day by the end of the year

Up to 180 gigalitres a day is already flowing into the River Murray with people in the Riverland being told to expect between 190 and 220 gigalitres a day by the end of the year.

ABC News · Dec 8, 2022