Happy Christmas from Murray Bridge News
Managing editor Peri Strathearn reflects on 2025.
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Hire a pedal boat or kayak in Murray Bridge this summer holidays
Or take a speedboat ride, or try tubing or paddle boarding, with Freedom Boat Hire on the River Murray at Sturt Reserve.
Where to find Murray Bridge’s best Christmas lights in 2025
Your guide to this year’s winners of the district’s annual competition.
Murraylands council watch: December 2025
Here’s what the Murray Bridge, Mid Murray and Coorong councils have been up to this month.
Liana Webster says farewell to the Murray Bridge News team
Nearly two years have passed since journalist Liana Webster joined the Murray Bridge News team. Here's a look back at her time.
Things to do in the Murraylands: December 19, 2025-January 6, 2026
Your guide to Christmas, New Year's Eve and holiday activities in the Murraylands, thanks to Spry Holdings.
Lerwin sale process went on in secret for two years, documents reveal
Exclusive: Documents released from confidence have shed new light on a process one Murray Bridge councillor describes as “a betrayal of the community”.
No more rates relief for drought-struck Coorong farmers
The council has ended an SA-first payment deferral program for primary producers affected by drought.
Shingle bells ring warning on effects of painful red rash
Shingle bells, shingles bells, get your health check today, oh what fun it is to be safe and healthy - yay!
Moving to Murray Bridge? Here’s what you need to know
Michael Cox and Casey DeMichele from Raine and Horne Murraylands introduce you to your new home, or the community where you’re investing.
Sports reports: Geoff Pearson swaps the lounge room for the golf course
Plus local darts, speedway, racing and more.
How a Tailem Bend business partnered with an iconic Australian brand
An item of collectable Redheads merchandise now available across the nation is being made right here at Tailem Bend.
🗳️ Vote
Liberal MP Adrian Pederick hopes to serve for a sixth term
“I’ve got plenty of fire in the belly,” the veteran Member for Hammond says.
🚨 Crime and Fire
Firefighters head to WA to lend a hand
Four Murraylands Country Fire Service volunteers have gone to fight fires in Western Australia in the lead-up to Christmas.
🚨 Crime and Fire
Driver arrested after road rage incident at Wall Flat
Plus police search for a stolen auger in Murray Bridge.
🙂 Good News
Students recognised with 2025 Barker Shield awards
Recipients have been congratulated by Member for Barker Tony Pasin as the school year comes to an end.
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Social photos: Tailem Bend Christmas Parade 2025
See who has been seen out and about in the Murraylands this week, thanks to Genuine Support Services Australia.
Toy run keeps Christmas spirit rolling at the Bend
Riders have gathered at The Bend Motorsport Park to help raise funds and collect gifts for those doing it tough this Christmas.
🕰️ History
100 years after Brinkley Hall's last wedding ceremony, a son looks back
Mal and Jessie Richards' legacy lives on a century after they said "I do" at the Brinkley Hall on December 19, 1925.
🙂 Good News
Lions Club Christmas raffle drawn for 2025
The Murray Bridge Lions Club has announced the winners of its annual fundraising raffle.
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Social photos: Meals on Wheels 2025 Christmas lunch
See who has been seen out and about in the Murraylands this week, thanks to Genuine Support Services Australia.
Tyndale Christian School to benefit from $740k upgrades
A local school will soon have a new outdoor sporting arena, which hopes to increase wellbeing and creativity.
Helipad crisis won’t have an easy solution, opposition warns
The Australian Transport Safety Bureau recommends that homes, footpaths and car parks be kept well away from hospital helipads.
đź—“ Things to Do
Things to do in the Murraylands: December 12-18, 2025
Your guide to everything happening in Murray Bridge and surrounds, thanks to Spry Holdings.