Murraylands’ unemployment rate sneaks up from historic low
The unemployment rate in Murray Bridge rose to 4.4 per cent in the first quarter of 2025, according to the latest estimates.
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ABC partners with Murray Bridge News on content-sharing project
You might see some ABC News content on this website during the next few weeks as part of the Australian Local News Resilience Project.
Social photos: Concordia Kindergarten turns 50
See who has been seen out and about in the Murraylands this week.
Anglican parish joins purple bench project to support domestic violence victims
A local church has recently installed a purple bench to offer a place of solidarity and honour victims of domestic and family violence.
Murray Bridge’s new timber wharf is officially open
A boat terminal and fishing spot at Sturt Reserve has reopened with the completion of a replacement wharf – and the Murray Princess is back, too.
Things to do in Murray Bridge: August 8-14, 2025
Your guide to Federation Ultra-Trail, SALA exhibitions, karaoke and a Motor Culture festival at the Bend, thanks to Spry Holdings.
Mannum mechanics hit the road for 2025 Variety Bash
The team at Shaun’s Mobile Mechanical Service is swapping spanners for a steering wheel to help children living with disability.
Murray-Darling Basin Plan is helping our river, but more needs to be done
Delegates have gathered at an event in Murray Bridge, River Reflections, ahead of a major review of the national water agreement.
I’m thinking of selling my home – how much is it worth?
Raine and Horne Murraylands’ Michael Cox and Casey DeMichele take a look at a critical issue for any vendor at a time when the answer may change from month to month.
SALA exhibition openings celebrate heart, healing and imagination
Artists young and old have had their works put on show at Mannum's Arnold Gallery and community college.
Neo-noir exhibition Out of Frame will open at Ability Cafe next week
Local photographer Caleb Carter will soon put some of his work on show in Murray Bridge.
Chatty Cafe meeting proves life-changing for Murray Bridge couple
A get-together intended to help lonely locals has proven a wild success in its first two years, as Robin Kavooris and Vonny Jaensch can attest.
🏗️ Development
Ares Armaments hopes to establish guided weapons factory in Murray Bridge
Exclusive: Our region is ideally placed to become a second defence industry hub for South Australia, an emerging ammunitions manufacturer says.
🏆 Sport
Sports reports: Tyson Wright goes alright on the golf course
Plus the latest in local rifle shooting, football and netball.
Meals on Wheels recognises volunteers' years of service
More than 25 volunteers have been recognised for their outstanding dedication to the Murray Bridge branch at its 2025 AGM.
🕰️ History
Century-old footy trip photos show Murray Bridge as it was in 1925
Photographs taken on a tour by the West Broken Hill Football Club give a rare insight into life and progress in the Murraylands in the 1920s.
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SALA Festival 2025: Your guide to what’s on in the Murraylands
Eleven exhibitions will showcase works by South Australia’s living artists around our region this August.
🏛️ Council
Mid Murray council trims rate increase by 1.1 per cent after public feedback
Residents living in the Mid Murray district won't have as big of a rate increase as originally expected.
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Free heavy vehicle workshop will make a stop in Murray Bridge
Heavy vehicle operators will have the chance to further educate themselves and gain a free roadworthy inspection while they're at it.
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Things to do in Murray Bridge: August 1-7, 2025
Your guide to a local school musical, pedal prix, cars and coffee and a musical duo, thanks to Spry Holdings.
Carp virus is still on the agenda, DAFF says
The federal Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry has launched a new round of research into a proposed solution for feral fish in the Murray-Darling Basin.
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Meet the latest inductees to Unity College’s Sporting Hall of Fame
Three new inductees and two legends will be recognised at Unity College's Sporting Hall of Fame ceremony, next Friday night.
🕰️ History
This week in history: July 31, 1925
Murray Bridge's football team faces off against Broken Hill, Mannum hold's a successful carnival and the local court cases will be ordinarily interesting.
🗳️ Vote
Independent Airlie Keen confirms second election tilt in Hammond
Exclusive: Murray Bridge’s Deputy Mayor will contest the 2026 state election as an independent candidate.