This week in history: February 22, 1924
The Premier challenges Murray Bridge’s lawn bowlers, the town’s rowers prepare for an Olympic qualifier, and a tailor discusses the difficulty of dressing local men.
Peri Strathearn
I'm an award-winning, community-minded journalist who has lived and worked in South Australia's Murraylands since 2012.
📢 Sponsored
Meet the new doctors at Murray Bridge Day and Night Surgery
Despite a recent fire, this GP clinic is growing and going stronger than ever.
Rotarians prepare for Murray Bridge club’s 70th anniversary
Preparations are underway for a celebration of 70 years of Rotary in the community on March 9, and all members, ex-members and friends are invited.
Final River Revival voucher ballot drawn
The winners of discounted holidays in the Murray River, Lakes and Coorong have been notified following a ballot on Wednesday.
🏘️ Housing
Studio Purpose: Four more units open for disadvantaged youth in Murray Bridge
Habitat for Humanity, AC Care and dozens of local volunteers and businesses are doing their bit to combat the housing crisis and prevent homelessness.
Firefighters contain grass fire near Palmer
A fire near Randell Road and the famous Bear Rock has been contained.
🏛️ Council
Murray Bridge council watch: What to do about European wasps?
Plus councillors discuss a high-speed rail link to Adelaide and a reduced number of staff at the council.
AED donated to Murray Bridge Community Centre
A defibrillator located at the Edwards Square centre could someday save the life of someone in cardiac arrest.
Coorong council will cull corellas if necessary
The native birds are again becoming a problem at Tailem Bend, Wellington East and other towns.
🗓 Things to Do
Riverfront Murray Bridge Fringe event will replace Sixth Street party
Instead of closing a CBD street, this year’s Adelaide Fringe centrepiece in the Murraylands will be a daytime event at Sturt Reserve.
🗓 Things to Do
Things to do in Murray Bridge: February 16-22, 2024
Your guide to the Adelaide Fringe’s opening weekend, Murray Bridge Speedway and an exhibition opening at the regional gallery.
👋 Join In
Join in ... with the Country Fire Service’s region three operations brigade
Sarah Lance invites you to join a volunteer group which plays an important role in responding to emergencies