Shop local this Christmas: 10 Murraylands gift ideas
Your guide to the Murray Bridge, Mannum and Tailem Bend businesses where you can find the best presents in 2025.
This sponsored story is brought to you by the businesses listed below.
Running low on Christmas gift ideas?
You’ll find some pretty amazing gifts at retailers and other businesses around the Murraylands – you just need to know where to look.
With that in mind, we’ve assembled the ultimate guide to Christmas shopping in Murray Bridge, Mannum, Tailem Bend and beyond.
Scroll down and take a look.
Alchemy Hair Co
Alchemy Hair Co is a cosy, eco-friendly salon where they take the time to really listen to you and your hair goals.
They use premium Australian-made organic products and sustainable practices, so you can relax knowing you’re getting beautiful results and doing good for the planet.
Come in feeling welcome — they’re all about making you look and feel amazing, naturally and effortlessly.
For a present idea, try a gift voucher, available in any amount in store or online; give the gift of great hair with a gift pack; or use a wet brush as a stocking-stuffer for adults, kids … anyone with hair!
- Shop at Alchemy Hair Co: Visit www.alchemyhairco.com.au or the salon at 31-35 Seventh Street, Murray Bridge from 9am-5pm Wednesday-Friday or 9am-1pm on Saturdays.
Country Blooms Florist
Country Blooms has been proudly serving the Murray Bridge community and surrounding regions with beautiful, handcrafted floral arrangements for decades.
They have a passion for creativity, quality and heartfelt service.
In addition to fresh flowers, they offer a curated range of customisable gift hampers, preserved blooms, homewares, home fragrances from respected Australian brands and more.
Their gift vouchers can be redeemed on any item in store and priced to any value of your choice.
- Shop at Country Blooms: Visit www.countrybloomsmurraybridge.com.au or the shop at 2-3/31A Seventh Street, Murray Bridge from 9am-5pm on weekdays and 9am-12pm on Saturdays.
Daish Irrigation and Fodder
Daish Irrigation and Fodder is a locally owned family business with over 30 years of experience supporting our community.
They offer trusted irrigation solutions, quality fodder and rural supplies, backed by friendly service and genuine expertise.
They stock a wide range of quality water tanks in various sizes, shapes and Colourbond colours to suit any property.
Be prepared for summer with a firefighting pump and fire hose reel — a practical and reliable choice for properties big and small.
They’ve got a wide range of dog food options to keep every pup happy and healthy, from everyday feeds to premium blends.
- Shop at Daish Irrigation and Fodder: Visit www.daishirrigation.com.au or the showroom at 151 Adelaide Road, Murray Bridge from 8.30am-5.30pm on weekdays and 8.30-11.30am on Saturdays; you can also find them at 41 Milnes Road, Strathalbyn.
Natural Step ’n’ Stones
Step ’n’ Stones can help you with the services of emotional and physical trauma healing, entity removal, auric cleansing and many more re-vitalising ways to improve your life.
Relax and re-energise your body from day-to-day or life-long stress.
For all your metaphysical needs, come and visit them in Murray Bridge.
They stock a wide range of wind chimes, dreamcatchers, crystals, jewellery, essential oils and burners, tarot cards, candles and so much more; they also have a large range of Indian incense/cones; and they offer tarot readings, healings, reiki, massages and more.
- Shop at Natural Step ’n’ Stones: Visit www.stepnstones.com.au or the shop at 52 Bridge Street, Murray Bridge from 9am-5pm on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays; 10am-5pm on Wednesdays; or 9am-1pm on Saturdays.
Pop Nutrition
Pop Nutrition offers healthy smoothies and loaded teas without the guilt of sugar.
Gluten free, dairy free and vegan options are available.
Give the gift of a healthy smoothie or loaded tea this Christmas … or just stop in to recharge while you’re out doing the rest of your shopping!
- Shop at Pop Nutrition: Find them on Instagram or Facebook, or visit the bar at 59A Bridge Street, Murray Bridge from 9.30am-2pm on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Fridays and Saturdays; or 9.30am-4pm on Thursdays.
Print City Express
Print City Express streamlines the entire creative process, from design to dispatch.
With online design tools, quick approvals and a growing range of products, it’s built to save time and reduce front-of-house workload.
For a gift your loved ones will remember, use Print City Express to create your own custom wrapping paper or greeting cards.
- Shop at Print City Express: Visit www.printcityexpress.net.au or the workshop at 4 Rayson Street, Murray Bridge from 8am-4pm on weekdays.
Raptcha’u
Raptcha’u Hair and Beauty – formerly Hairscope – has been servicing Murray Bridge for over 25 years and has established itself as one of Murray Bridge’s most sought after hair and beauty salons.
They offer a large range of hair and beauty services to both women and men, with guaranteed satisfaction through utilisation of premier products and extensive experience.
Visit their website to see their menu, which includes special occasion hair and makeup, waxing, tinting, nails, spray tanning, custom facials, masks and massages, haircuts and colours and so much more.
They also stock a range of gifts, including jewellery, candles, hair and beauty products and more; and gift vouchers are available for all their products and services.
- Shop at Raptcha’u: Visit www.raptchau.com.au or the salon at 30 Seventh Street, Murray Bridge from 9am-5pm on Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays; 9am-6pm on Wednesdays and Thursdays; or 9am-1pm on Saturdays.
River City Pets
River City Pets is your local, family-run, independent pet store in Murray Bridge.
They have been in business for over 40 years and know you should expect to be greeted with a smile, followed by the kind of great service you can only find in a family business.
They actively promote and stock local producers including the Pet Butcher, SA’s award-winning, quality pet food supplier.
Catering for lovers of dogs, cats, birds, reptiles, insects and natives, River City Pets is the perfect place to find a gift for your favourite animals this Christmas.
- Shop at River City Pets: Visit rivercitypets.com.au or the shop at 15 Adelaide Road, Murray Bridge from 9.30am-5.30pm on weekdays, 9am-1pm on Saturdays and 10am-1pm on Sundays.
RP Cutters
Add a touch of festive magic to your home with RP Cutters’ flat pack Christmas trees: beautifully designed, easy to assemble and cleverly made to flat pack for simple storage once Christmas is over.
Their blue wren garden stakes are individually hand-decorated with vibrant vinyl, making every piece truly one-of-a-kind – a cheerful little gift, perfect for stockings, a secret Santa, or anyone who loves spending time in their garden.
Their wren and butterfly circle wall art captures a gorgeous slice of Australian nature, bringing beauty and serenity to any home.
- Shop at RP Cutters: Visit www.rpcutters.com.au or the workshop at 27 Magpie Drive, Tailem Bend from 8.30am-5pm on weekdays or 9am-12pm on Saturdays.
SP Hiker
SP Hiker creates simple, nutritious just-add-water meals made from rescued local produce, perfect for travellers, hikers, solo diners and busy families.
Every meal is handcrafted at Mannum using South Australian fruit and vegetables that would otherwise go to waste.
Try their pumpkin risotto, a creamy, comforting crowd favourite made with locally grown pumpkin and ready in minutes.
Or an apricot curry, a light, flavourful Murraylands classic featuring sweet local apricots, easy to elevate with your favourite protein.
How about a quick and versatile veg chow mein, packed with vegetables rescued from local farms and perfect for busy households?
- Shop at SP Hiker: Visit www.sphiker.au or the shop at 2/84 Randell Street, Mannum from 10am-4pm Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, or 10am-2pm on weekends.
Peri Strathearn
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