Peter Connolly is a community man, through and through
From his years in the railways and playing football to his steadfast volunteer service, Peter Connolly has been a credit to his hometown of Tailem Bend.
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Social photos: U3A Murraylands 20th anniversary celebration
The local branch of the University of the Third Age has celebrated a milestone.
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Four more candidates launch their election campaigns in Barker
The Greens, Family First and new party Trumpet of Patriots have all announced their candidates, and a third independent has thrown her hat into the ring, too.
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Barker candidates will clash at election forum in Murray Bridge
MP Tony Pasin and the other candidates for Barker at the 2025 federal election will meet at a public event hosted by Murray Bridge News.
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Nature play space opens at Callington Primary School
The kids of Cally have some fun new obstacles to explore on their school grounds.
Kelly Johnson wins Agrifutures Rural Women’s Award for 2025
The Murraylands founder of SP Hiker and Woodlane Orchard has snared a new and impressive achievement.
Gemma Sisia is changing lives in Tanzania, with help from donors in Murray Bridge
The Rotary Club of Murray Bridge has welcomed a visit from the Australian founder of the School of St Jude.
PS Daisy: Mannum becomes home to SA’s oldest paddlesteamer
A mechanically minded 22-year-old has become the youngest member of South Australia’s Wooden Boat Association with his purchase of a 129-year-old riverboat.
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Liberals promise extra $315 million for Swanport Bridge and Monarto bypass
A federal Coalition government will guarantee more funding for a freight route around Murray Bridge, and sooner, Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has announced.
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Murray Bridge CFS crew helps with gas leak at Forest Range
Plus police search for a stolen mountain bike in Murray Bridge and penalise seven local drivers.
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Murray Bridge Church to host auction supporting youth and community
An auction will be held at the Murray Bridge Church of Christ to help raise funds for youth and less fortunate communities, this Saturday.
Murray Bridge CFS celebrates its loyal volunteers
The Murray Bridge CFS have recognised a 20-year service, two 10-year services and their Northern Territory fire volunteers.