🙂 Good News
Ghanaian king and queen welcomed to Mannum
Nii Asafoiayse Tawiah Omunukum IV and Naa Borley Faagbe, known locally as Eric and Bezza Mensah, have made their home in regional SA after being installed as traditional leaders.
Zhen Pu
With the fresh eyes of a new Australian, I tell real stories from the heart —as a witness to time and storyteller of Mannum, I write to preserve the voices, spirit and quiet strength of this region.
💬 Opinion
Zhen Pu finds a home under southern skies
Murray Bridge News’ Mannum correspondent reflects on becoming an Australian citizen.
🙂 Good News
Mannum’s Barry Burdett, the ‘man who always says yes’, gets an OAM
A volunteer with the CFS, Lions Club, Lutheran Church, hospital and other organisations has been included on the King’s Birthday honours list.
🙂 Good News
Mannum artists find a home at new gallery and gift shop
A non-profit gallery and gift shop has opened at Mannum, driven by the town's progress association and creative community.
📷 Social Photos
Social photos: Anzac Day 2026
See who has been seen out and about in the Murraylands this week, thanks to Spry Holdings.
Mannum Anzac Day service honours the gift of freedom
Hundreds have observed Anzac Day in 2026 with a dawn service, march and gunfire breakfast.
🏗️ Growth
New Carlet Wing opens at Aminya, expanding aged care at Mannum
An extra 20 aged care places are now available at the facility, including 10 in a dementia support unit.
🗓 Things to Do
Palmer Sculpture Biennial showcases ‘natural magic’
The 2026 biennial has opened with a welcome ceremony and musical performances, and will continue until April 12.
🙂 Good News
Country spirit celebrated at 2026 Mannum Show
Hundreds of locals and visitors have visited the riverside town over the long weekend.
Moorundi and Mannum Medical team up to support the Aboriginal community
Two health services hope to provide better care to local Indigenous people by working together.
🗓 Things to Do
Ivan Smith brings his global vision to the Palmer Sculpture Biennial
The UK artist will be among the stars of sculpture who will exhibit at Palmer in 2026.
🙂 Good News
South Australia’s oldest paddle steamer turns 130
A birthday celebration has been held at Mannum for the PS Daisy.