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Worried about freedom of choice? With nine candidates in Barker, you’ll have plenty
A late flurry of candidates opposed to COVID-19 restrictions, lockdowns and mandates has made our 2022 federal election race a crowded one.
Peri Strathearn
I'm an award-winning, community-minded journalist who has lived and worked in South Australia's Murraylands since 2012.
Anzac Day 2022: Courage and sacrifice remembered around the Murraylands
Services in Murray Bridge and at Tailem Bend, Mypolonga, Wellington and Rockleigh have commemorated Australians' wartime sacrifices.
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Citizens’ agenda: Housing tops locals’ list of demands for our next federal MP
We asked you to have your say about the issues most important to you in Barker at the 2022 federal election. Here's what you told us.
Dysfunction drags on at Coorong council
A no-confidence motion in Mayor Paul Simmons last month was "manifestly unfair", councillors have been told; but they still can't agree on a way forward.
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Things to do in Murray Bridge: April 22-29, 2022
All you need to know about Anzac Day services and school holiday activities in the Murraylands.
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Meet the minor-party candidates hoping to shape the election campaign in Barker
The Greens, Nationals and United Australia Party have all named candidates for the 2022 federal election.
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Murray Bridge council watch: April 2022
A plan to establish a “sacrificial site” for corellas splits councillors, plus staff provide an update on Hume Reserve.
New principal will guide St Joseph’s School into a new era
In her first term, Ros Oates has overseen the opening of a new building at Murray Bridge's Catholic school – and there's lots more to come.
‘Adventure around every bend’: Murray Bridge shortlisted among SA’s top tourism towns
Vote now in the Tourism Industry Council of SA's 2022 awards and you could win a weekend getaway.
Nick McBride misses out on Liberal leadership
The Coorong's state MP has lost a bid to become South Australia's opposition leader, to David Speirs.
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Murray Bridge’s mayor is about to retire – now what happens?
Brenton Lewis has confirmed he will step down in November, prompting questions about what should happen after that.
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Things to do in Murray Bridge: April 15-21, 2022
Your guide to the Easter long weekend and early school holiday activities in the Murraylands.