Fire danger season will start this Saturday, CFS declares
The Country Fire Service has announced the beginning of fire danger season for the Murraylands, starting November 1.
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🗓 Things to Do
Judy Nunn to launch new book at Murray Bridge Library
Meet best-selling author, Judy Nunn, when she drops into Murray Bridge this November to launch her latest book, Pilbara.
🏛️ Council
Nine Mid Murray homes to be sold due to failure to pay rates
The council will sell off nine homes in the district whose owners have failed to pay their rates bills for more than three years.
🚨 Crime and Fire
Caravan and shed fire at Mypolonga causes $60k in damage
Plus drugs found at a Riverglades home and a skid steer swiped from property on the Old Princes Highway.
🏛️ Council
Wellington East water project will go ahead after council votes yes
Residents will gain access to drinkable mains water by mid-2026, but they will have to pay for it.
🙂 Good News
Full steam ahead for vintage engine and machinery club
The Lower Murray vintage engine and machinery club have been granted over $31,000 towards new equipment and a free community event.
🏆 Sport
Sports reports: Murray Bridge seniors tennis has an ace start
Plus the latest in local lawn bowls, speedway racing, golf, rifle shooting and cricket.
🚨 Crime and Fire
Shed fire at Woodlane causes $200k worth of damage
The Country Fire Service has responded to a call about a shed blaze at 5am on Saturday.
📢 Sponsored
Murray Bridge Medical Centre puts mental health as a priority
Murray Bridge Medical Centre encourages the rural community to bulldoze through the mental health barrier.
🏗️ Growth
Battery storage system completed at Mannum energy park
A new battery energy storage system is now up and running at Mannum after completing construction, earlier this month.
Nominations are now open for 2026 Australia Day awards
Can you think of someone who goes above and beyond for their local community -now's the time to show your appreciation.
Plans for Monarto's parks are now under consultation
Give your feedback on the continued use of four conservation parks in the Murraylands before November 1.