🙂 Good News
Journalism Assistance Fund grant will help Murray Bridge News keep publishing
Times are tough for independent media, but the federal government is chipping in to help a bit.
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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Social photos: Cars and Coffee Murray Bridge
See who has been seen out and about in the Murraylands this week, thanks to Spry Holdings.
Community rallies around track rider after critical injury
Locals have so far donated more than $10,000 to help Kayla Bosworth’s family and friends care for her after she fell from a horse last week.
🏛️ Council
Public toilets need a wee bit of investment, councillors say
Do Murray Bridge’s public toilets need to be cleaned more often? And what about getting new ones built at Johnstone Park?
🕰️ History
Riverboat and rail restorers hope to build up a head of steam
Volunteers from Murray Bridge’s Riverboat, Rail and Steam Group have big plans for the former Shell depot at Sturt Reserve – they just need a couple of things.
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Social photos: Australia Day 2026
See who has been seen out and about in the Murraylands this week, thanks to Spry Holdings.
🏆 Sport
Sports reports: Murray Bridge golfers brave the heat
Plus the latest for tennis player Alex Bolt, basketballer Ally Wilson, and in local darts and speedway racing.
🚨 Crime and Fire
Police seize drugs and gun at Brinkley
Plus two men are arrested over a Jervois break-in and officers penalise a handful of motorists.
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Social photos: Murray Bridge Rodeo
See who has been seen out and about in the Murraylands this week, thanks to Spry Holdings.
🙂 Good News
Mannum’s future leaders celebrated on Australia Day 2026
Two outstanding young people have received awards on January 26 alongside winners from around the Mid Murray district.
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Retired teacher, youth mentor and volunteer awarded OAM
Former Mannum resident Harry Long has received an Order of Australia Medal on Australia Day 2026.
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Former Murray Bridge Racing Club chairman awarded posthumous OAM
The late Reg Nolan has been given an Order of Australia Medal in the 2026 Australia Day honours list.