Things to do in the Murraylands: August 14-20, 2026
Your guide to everything happening in Murray Bridge and surrounds this week, including a bridal parade.
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Green space will be paramount at Gifford Hill, developer says
Exclusive: James Dibble has explained his vision for a major residential development at a business breakfast hosted by Murray Bridge News.
Murray Bridge’s feral cat problem is solvable, volunteers say
A modest investment could end the stray cat issue that has plagued the city’s central business district for years, say representatives of Paws and Claws.
Community will decide how to spend $3.5 million Lerwin windfall
A public consultation process will soon begin as the Murray Bridge council considers how best to spend the money it made by selling its nursing home.
Tailem Bend house fire hero receives bravery award
A teenager who rescued a woman from her burning home has received an award from the Royal Humane Society of Australasia and Governor Frances Adamson.
News Bargaining Incentive is a welcome step forward, but must deliver for all communities
The Local and Independent News Association and other industry bodies are calling for improvements to a federal government plan to fund journalism.
Australia Post delivery centre opens in Murray Bridge
Thousands of parcels will pass through the new facility every day, in line with the continued growth of online shopping.
Sports reports: Record prize money announced for 2026 Murray Bridge Gold Cup
Plus the latest in rifle shooting, golf, basketball and more.
Winter may be cold, but the 1924 remains as hot as ever
Damien and Peter O’Riley’s riverfront steakhouse in Murray Bridge is coming off back-to-back Murraylands Business Awards wins, and for good reason.
Social photos: Artistic Intelligence
See who has been seen out and about in the Murraylands this week, thanks to Spry Holdings.
Meals on Wheels volunteers recognised at AGM
Volunteers with the Murray Bridge branch have received awards for their years of service.
Parkrun participant hits a rare milestone
Murray Bridge’s Sam Mickan has reached an achievement few can claim, attending his 500th Parkrun event.
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St Luke’s Anglican Church members celebrate 100 years at Tailem Bend
A centenary service has been held at one of the community’s longest-serving institutions.
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Jimmy Barnes will headline Sounds by the River in 2027
The former Cold Chisel front man has been announced at the top of a star-studded Aussie rock lineup for next year’s music festival at Mannum.
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Social photos: Murray Bridge Aged Care and Carers Expo
See who has been seen out and about in the Murraylands this week, thanks to Spry Holdings.
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Public meeting called about Tailem Bend’s GP clinic
The coming closure of the Murraylands Medical Centre threatens to leave the town without a doctor – now locals are invited to find out what’s being done about it.
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Things to do in the Murraylands: August 7-13, 2026
Your guide to everything happening in Murray Bridge and surrounds this week, including a cabaret show.
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Mypolonga CWA branch faces its biggest challenge yet
One of the Murraylands’ three remaining Country Women’s Association branches is at risk of closing unless more members join.
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Proactive Health is reborn at new location in Murray Bridge
A locally owned allied health clinic is celebrating a milestone move that means more room for its physio, exercise physiology, podiatry, dietetics and other services.
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Gifford Hill’s first stage gets underway with land rezoning
After two years of behind-the-scenes planning work, the biggest development project in the Murraylands’ history has reached a public start line.
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Census night is coming up next Tuesday – here’s what to do
The Australian Bureau of Statistics will ask all Australians, residents and visitors to provide a bit of info about themselves on August 11.
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Build or buy: Which is better in the Murraylands in 2026?
Raine and Horne Murraylands’ Michael Cox and Casey DeMichele offer their advice on an age-old debate.
‘No dry humping’: Murray Bridge business owner’s warning sign raises eyebrows
Brittany Schulz, the owner of romance book shop Fiction and Friction, has seen a bit too much of the latter lately.
🏆 Sport
Sports reports: Tom Haig snatches victory on the golf course
Plus the latest in local rifle shooting, rugby league and more.