Crash closes Swanport Bridge, causes traffic chaos
Two people have been injured in a crash on the South Eastern Freeway near Murray Bridge.
Peri Strathearn
I'm an award-winning, community-minded journalist who has lived and worked in South Australia's Murraylands since 2012.
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Things to do in Murray Bridge: December 16-22, 2022
All you need to know about the Lifehouse Christmas Festival, Ultimate Pink Night at the speedway and Santa photos at the Marketplace.
Hot off the press: Murray Bridge News’ 2022 print edition is here
Here's how to get your copy.
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Which Lower Murray levees should hold and which will be tested?
The Mypolonga community are confident that a levee will protect their primary school from the coming floods, but many low-land farmers may not be so lucky.
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Be prepared and watch out for snakes, Murray Bridge flood meeting hears
About 60 people have attended a community meeting at Murray Bridge Town Hall. Here's what was said.
Father Christmas returns to Tailem Bend in 2022 parade
See our photos from this year's wonderous event.
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Jogging memories is a rewarding exercise, Resthaven volunteer says
Volunteer with Resthaven Murray Bridge and you’ll hear a lifetime of stories, Ken Wells says.
‘Daggy looking junk’: Agricultural artwork slammed by Murray Bridge councillors
The council has been planning to celebrate the district's agricultural heritage with a sculpture, but councillors aren't a fan of the proposed design.
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Murray Bridge’s New Year’s Eve celebrations postponed
There will be no fireworks off the bridge to end 2022.
🏘️ Housing
Rental properties in Murray Bridge are affordable for an average family, study finds
But are South Australia's rental laws fair? Have your say by the end of this week.
Murray Bridge Lions spread Christmas cheer – in cake form
The local service club is continuing an annual tradition of giving away fruit cakes to people who might enjoy them.
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Celebrate New Year’s Eve with gin and jazz at the Bridgeport Hotel
Forget driving to Adelaide – you can experience a high-class night out without ever leaving the Murraylands.