The town’s name is derived from the indigenous word ’bery bery’ meaning ‘bend in the river’ and was proclaimed in 1911. Berri has a lovely riverfront with plenty of area for picnics or playing sport; it also includes floating wharf platforms, lookouts, historic monuments and an indigenous bridge mural. You’ll find fresh produce is in abundance, especially at the Riverland Farmers’ Market held every Saturday morning from 7.30 to 11.30. Several fresh produce stalls can be found on the Sturt Highway just on the outskirts of the town.

FAST FACTS!

• Prior to the arrival of Europeans, the district was the home of the Erawirunga people
• Berri is surrounded by 3,000 hectares of irrigated vineyards and orchards
• Berri plays host to some of the largest wine production facilities in Australia
• A monument to famous indigenous tracker Jimmy James is located on the Riverfront