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Murray Bridge council rate rise locked in as aged care costs escalate

The cost of running Lerwin Nursing Home and rising wages are two reasons residents will pay more in 2025-26, the Murray Bridge council says.

Peri Strathearn

Jul 3, 2025 — 4 min read

Rising costs at the Lerwin Nursing Home are one of the big financial issues hanging over the heads of Murray Bridge's councillors. Image: Peri Strathearn.

Murray Bridge ratepayers will face higher property rates bills in 2025-26 to cover a surge in council spending, including at the Lerwin Nursing Home.

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