🙂 Good News
Bill Werner's beanies bring warmth into the community
Bill Werner’s beanie making hobby has become a gift shared throughout the community.
Liana Webster
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🙂 Good News
Bulk billing is back, making most GP appointments and ED visits free
In most cases, you won’t have to pay to see a doctor or visit a hospital emergency department any more thanks to an $8.5 billion government investment in Medicare.
🏗️ Growth
Standpipe automation, Tailem Bend pipeline will improve water access
Two projects in the Mid Murray and Coorong district are making water sources more accessible to locals.
🗳️ Vote
Liberals hope to reel in River Murray fishers with $10.5 million promise
River Murray fishers might get a big catch if a new initiative to boost fish stocks comes in after the next state election.
🚨 Crime and Fire
Trio arrested over Murray Bridge break-in
Plus fake money found, a firebug is caught, a stolen car is found and more.
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.
🗓 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.