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River Murray’s future put up for discussion as Basin Plan review begins
For the first time since 2012, the agreement on how water is used across the Murray-Darling Basin is up for review – here’s how to have your say.
🏗️ Growth
Minister approves 900-home plan for Murray Bridge’s west
The state government has given land owners on the city’s western fringe a thumbs up to subdivide and sell their properties if they wish.
Hospital helipads will reopen soon, Premier Peter Malinauskas promises
A community cabinet meeting in Murray Bridge has touched on some hot-button issues in the Murraylands, including a long-running risk to local patients.
🚨 Crime and Fire
Murray Bridge teenager arrested over car theft
Plus police arrest two more car thieves and an alleged motorcycle thief, penalise a couple of drivers and hold a breakfast at Bunnings.
🙂 Good News
Punthari grower recognised with Women in Grain award
A primary producer and agricultural scientist has been honoured at the 2026 South Australian Grain Industry Awards.
🏗️ Growth
Australia Post is building a new distribution centre in Murray Bridge
The facility on Brinkley Road will help the postal service deliver parcels more quickly.
đź“· Social Photos
Unity College formal 2026: See the photos
See who has been seen out and about in the Murraylands this week.
🗳️ Vote
Labor promises $100 million for buses, hospital, college and more
Premier Peter Malinauskas has revealed a major funding package for Hammond ahead of the state election.
🗳️ Vote
Public transport is Hammond voters’ top priority in 2026
Murray Bridge News’ citizens’ agenda survey has highlighted the issues our next state MP will need to address.
🏛️ Council
New owners take over at Roshana Lerwin Aged Care
Roshana Care CEO Rosh Jalagge has a message for the community following the settlement of the nursing home’s sale by the Murray Bridge council.
🗳️ Vote
Liberals promise $7 million for Murray Bridge hospital’s maternity ward
Leader Ashton Hurn and MP Adrian Pederick have delivered a big promise for Hammond ahead of this year’s state election.