Not just meth, and not just Murray Bridge: Drug use is a problem everywhere

A counselling service provider has confirmed what wastewater testing suggests: illicit and legal drugs are an issue all over regional Australia.

Peri Strathearn, ABC News

Aug 27, 2025 — 4 min read

Support service provider Lisa Courtney says while meth use is an issue in Murray Bridge, it's not the only substance of concern and ours is not the only community it affects. Photo: Peri Strathearn.

Methamphetamine use remains a problem all over regional Australia, a national wastewater survey has shown – not just in Murray Bridge.

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