River Murray paddle boat Lady Rae sinks
A replica paddle steamer has sunk at its moorings in Murray Bridge over the weekend – and wooden boat expert Steve Moritz thinks he knows why.
Peri Strathearn
I'm an award-winning, community-minded journalist who has lived and worked in South Australia's Murraylands since 2012.
đź“· Social Photos
Social photos: Australia Day 2024
Hundreds have celebrated January 26 in Murray Bridge and Tailem Bend.
Twenty new Australian citizens welcomed to Murray Bridge, and one to the Coorong
Almost two dozen new neighbours have made their citizenship pledges in the Murraylands on January 26, 2024.
Volunteer Sandra Walding named Murray Bridge’s citizen of the year for 2024
A Meals on Wheels stalwart, the Rockleigh 105 Gravel Fest and the Hub on Darling Avenue have been recognised with Australia Day awards this year.
Mobilong Prison officer Jennifer Colley awarded Australian Corrections Medal
The prison's case management coordinator has been included in the Australia Day honours list for 2024.
đź—“ Things to Do
Things to do in Murray Bridge: January 26-February 1, 2024
Your guide to Australia Day celebrations and more, thanks to Newbridge.
Meet Sandy Przibilla, Tailem Bend’s citizen of the year for 2024
On Australia Day, an RSL committee member, Music Hall director and Rotarian will be honoured for her contribution to the community.
Free dispenser at Murray Bridge Library will help women in need
National charity Share the Dignity will make sanitary products – tampons and pads – available to anyone who needs them.
🏛️ Council
Sunnyside Road upgrade planned
The Murray Bridge council is seeking residents’ feedback on a $660,000 plan to improve the main road into a riverfront shack area.
🏆 Sport
Sports reports: Charlotte Hatton is the best in Australia
Plus the latest in Meyer Shield cricket, Murray Bridge golf and Lower Murray lawn bowls.
🏛️ Council
Modest changes proposed on Tailem Bend’s main street
Railway Terrace may be made a little more accessible, neat and tidy in years to come, but don’t expect any major upheaval from the Coorong council.
Operation Riversafe will encourage ... well, it’s all in the name, really
SA Police will be out and about on the River Murray over the Australia Day long weekend.