Arsonist arrested after fire damages Murray Bridge medical practice

Police have made an arrest after an arson attack at the Murray Bridge Day and Night Surgery, but they're still investigating the theft of boat parts from a local business.

🏛️ Council

DIT wouldn’t do it, so ratepayers paid $24,000 for Princes Highway spruce-up

The state of the median strip at Tailem Bend has long been a source of frustration for locals. Now they’ve had to pay for it – but a solution could be in sight.

Subscriber giveaway – October 2023

Win a family pass to Monarto Safari Park, plus DVDs, books, a movie pass and Murray Bridge News merchandise.

🗳️ Vote

Murraylands voters say ‘no’ in the Voice referendum – and firmly

Sentiments against an Indigenous Voice to Parliament have proven even stronger in Murray Bridge and surrounds than elsewhere.

Fire danger season is coming, so clean up your property now, Murray Bridge council warns

The council is reminding residents to prepare for a hot, dry summer.

Australia Post delivers funding for Murray Bridge teen mental health program

Australia Post’s 2023 Community Grants program has provided $10,000 to the Rotary Club of Murray Bridge to support teen mental health.

📷 Social Photos

Social photos: Men's Probus Club of Murray Bridge 40th anniversary

Guests at Thursday's 40th-anniversary and Friendship Day celebrations for the Men's Probus Club of Murray Bridge enjoyed a fine roast lunch at the Murray Bridge RSL.

Life begins at 40 for Men’s Probus Club of Murray Bridge

The Men’s Probus Club of Murray Bridge held their 40th-anniversary luncheon at the RSL, with VIP speakers, live music and guests from other Probus clubs.

Corrections staff hope to connect First Nations people with their culture – not US gang culture

A new artwork at the Murray Bridge Community Correctional Centre acknowledging Ngarrindjeri heritage is more than just a token gesture.

🏆 Sport

Star athletes celebrated at 2023 Murray Bridge Sports Awards

Netballer Nicky Smith, shooter Andrew Heard, weightlifter Janet Smith and bodybuilder Megan Knight are among seven locals who have been recognised this year.

🗓 Things to Do

Things to do in Murray Bridge: October 13–19, 2023

All you need to know about the Country by the River music festival, David Strassman's new show, round one of sprintcars at the Speedway and more.

🗳️ Vote

‘We’ll only get one shot’: Ngarrindjeri leaders make final pitch for yes vote

Local Indigenous leaders are appealing to undecided voters in the final days before this weekend’s referendum on an Indigenous Voice to Parliament.