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2023 in review: Local stories that made our year

Happy Christmas from Murray Bridge News

Social photos: Murray Bridge council volunteers’ lunch

Dragway pit crew ‘cut a crazy light’ at the Bend

Friends create giant ‘granny-square’ Christmas tree at Tailem Bend

Where to find Murray Bridge’s best Christmas light displays in 2023

Lions Christmas raffle raises thousands for community causes

Things to do in Murray Bridge: December 22, 2023–January 11, 2024

Community choir crashes concert band practice for a Christmas collaboration

Carp fishing competition will come to Murray Bridge district in 2024

Levees will stay shut for the near future, DEW says

Lee Prestwood wins Murray Bridge News’ subscriber giveaway for November 2023

Murray Bridge student’s idea could change cinemas around Australia

Tailem Bend moviegoers enjoy a night out at Rogers Park

Sports reports: Murraylands’ first women’s footy club disbands

Murray Bridge artist juggles her two great loves

Dogs now allowed off-leash at two more Murray Bridge parks

Murray Bridge council watch: December 2023

Subscriber giveaway – December 2023

Woodlane solar installer arrested for $1.9 million deception

Santa skis to Murray Bridge in new children’s book

River revived: Murraylands’ tourism industry is stronger than ever

Greyhound racing industry given two years to clean up its act

Things to do in Murray Bridge: December 15–21, 2023

Bridgeport Hotel will host exciting Adelaide Fringe season in 2024

St Joseph’s School student wins Christmas colouring competition

Social photos: Meals on Wheels volunteers celebrate Christmas 2023

Mannum Road childcare centre approved despite locals’ traffic concerns

Murray Bridge Players and Singers celebrates turning 40

Student art show opens at Coorong Gallery

Hoon caught doing doughnuts on Swanport Road

More student doctors will learn in Murray Bridge after $19.7 million deal

Take a look behind the scenes at Mobilong Prison Industries

Social photos: Murray Bridge Christmas carols 2023

Seven-year-old boy donates 250kg of food to Foodbank

Hip hip, hooray: Hippopotamuses arrive at Monarto Safari Park

Things to do in Murray Bridge: December 8–15, 2023

Storm damage forces Murraylands Gymnastics Academy to seek a new home

Looking for a unique gift? Visit Regional Profile Cutters

Enter an enchanted Christmas world at Tailem Bend Community Centre

Social photos: Rockleigh Carols in the Bush

Murray Bridge churches will offer free Christmas lunch to anyone who needs it

Sports reports: Lower Murray bowlers win the Pitcher Shield

What will the Murraylands’ property market look like in 2024?

Murray Bridge Gliding Club is flying high at 65 years old

Unity College student chosen for Olympic change-maker summit

Christmas cakes are on their way to Meals on Wheels clients

Mannum’s Matilda: How Sonia Gegenhuber manifested her dream of playing for Australia

Climate change could make Murray Bridge look like Woomera by 2100, projection suggests

Speeding driver clocked at 153km/h on South Eastern Freeway

Captain’s Cottage Museum reopens after makeover

Winners of International Day of People with Disability recognition awards announced

‘We need to have a conversation’ about nuclear power, says MP Adrian Pederick

Things to do in Murray Bridge: December 1-7, 2023

After 110 years, the Chapman Bore Hall’s dance floor has emptied for the last time

Independent Learning Centre chosen for pilot program

Five essential steps in a medical negligence claim

Lerwin Nursing Home has turned 40 – so what’s next?

Social photos: Murray Bridge Makers Market

Regional Development Australia plans to think globally, act locally

Sports reports: Murray Bridge Golf Club’s captain leads the way

Former Tailem Bend Tennis Club may be sold for housing

Captain Australia reaches Murray Bridge on his 15,000km walk around the country

Sturt Reserve place of courage launched for those affected by domestic violence

Bunyip escapes!

Woods Point man arrested after firing gun during an argument

Romani aged care facility receives $10,000 to honour Australian military

Bridge Dental is a Murray Bridge success story

New bus makes Monarto Safari Park more mobility friendly

Greenhill Energy plans $425 million gas plant at Tailem Bend

Things to do in Murray Bridge: November 24–30, 2023

Sports reports: Seventy-one year difference separates lawn bowls teammates

Murray Bridge rider called up to Australian team for the first time

Pair arrested at Tailem Bend for thefts all over the state

Leap of faith is what led Ian Kluge to chaplaincy

Murray Bridge Christmas parade 2023: See our photos of every float

Coorong communities use sunflowers to ward off the darkness

Schoolkids’ advocacy makes Tailem Bend train playground safer

Social photos: Murray Bridge Riverfront Christmas Festival

Next Chapman Bore dance will be the last

School student Hunter helps the hungry

Things to do in Murray Bridge: November 17–23, 2023

Renew Murray Bridge: Call for concerted effort to fill vacant main street shops

John Harvie’s labour of love lands him among spring garden award winners

Discover the benefits of volunteering at Tailem Bend Community Centre

Tailem Bend solar farm’s second stage is finished

Former Murray Mallee policeman wins award for leadership during floods

MADEC opens the door to local training

Sports reports: Wanderers retain MTCA’s Remembrance Day trophy

How to choose a property manager?

Murray Bridge council watch: November 2023

Experience a Celtic Christmas in Murray Bridge

Julie Bates wins Murray Bridge News’ subscriber giveaway for October 2023

Phil Robin’s World War I sacrifice recalled on Remembrance Day 2023 in Murray Bridge

Police investigate suspected hit-and-run in Murray Bridge

Supercars at the Bend: Do you want the good news or the bad news?

Twin Bridges Rally attracts car enthusiasts from around the nation

Things to do in Murray Bridge: November 10–16, 2023

From Melbourne to Adelaide in 48 hours? For these runners, no worries

Mystery solved at Caloote as 19th-century pioneer’s grave site found

Pedal boats are coming to Murray Bridge

Only one Murraylands school closes for November 9 teachers’ strike

Feline helpful: Murray Bridge council makes cat desexing, microchipping more affordable

Work begins on $2.5 million early learning centre at Unity College

Sports reports: Vickers, Weinmann awarded as senior tennis season begins

Hundreds need food relief in Murray Bridge, and more every month

Optus outage affects Murraylands residents, businesses

Monarto, Wanderers will compete for 2023 Remembrance Day trophy

Social photos: Melbourne Cup Day

Subscriber giveaway – November 2023

Got ‘em: Police catch hoons at Monarto South

Our mane attraction: Monarto Safari Park wins at 2023 SA Tourism Awards

Five names added to White Hill Truck Drivers’ Memorial

Nominations sought for International Day of People with Disability awards

Callington man dies in workplace accident at Brinkley

Place of Courage: Riverfront memorial will comfort victims and survivors of violence

Things to do in Murray Bridge: November 3–9, 2023

Honour a local legend at Murray Bridge’s Australia Day awards

Restaurants, retailers, art – what’s next for Murray Bridge’s CBD?

Two reported for refusing police breath tests

One more year, then Murray Bridge’s Christmas carols could be in jeopardy

Wellington ferry will close for repairs one day next week

Sports reports: Late decision to race pays off for Scott Angus

Robotics students are on a roll at Murray Bridge High School

Murraylands Skills Centre officially opens to entrepreneurs, students and job seekers

Tailem Bend’s population may boom to 5000 or more, council predicts

Thousands come to Murray Bridge for Punjabi Virasat Cultural Mela

Local couple celebrate 60 years of marriage

Help make Christmas more appealing for Murraylands’ people in need

Things to do in Murray Bridge: October 27–November 2, 2023

Dragway at the Bend opens with national championship launch

Sports reports: Two score holes in one at Murray Bridge Golf Club

Murray Bridge swimming pool will open this weekend

Volunteers prepare units for Murray Bridge youth experiencing homelessness

Australian Idol gets Sureway Transition to Work participants songwriting for success

New Year’s Eve fireworks, Murray River Splash festival cancelled for 2023-24

Murray Bridge Christmas lights competition is now open for nominations

State MP Adrian Pederick goes in to bat for flood-affected farmers

Murray Bridge mum will run 21 kilometres to start an important conversation

Tyson Paech is first to Monarto South silos as grain harvest begins

Learner drivers, parents invited to road safety forum in Murray Bridge

Have a run, save the reef at the 2023 Murray Bridge Marathon Festival

Australia Day award nominations are due in the Coorong district

Murray Bridge council watch: October 2023

Murray Bridge Club named best gaming venue in South Australia

Social photos: Tailem Bend street party

Kevin Kropinyeri stresses forgiveness at Mental Health and Wellbeing Expo

Multi-million-dollar cocaine bust made at Tailem Bend

Things to do in Murray Bridge: October 20–26, 2023

Luxurious lifestyle awaits in the Murraylands

Start your engines: Dragway at the Bend will open this weekend

Sturt Reserve playground is open again – but its days are numbered

R U OK Conversation Convoy to roll into Murray Bridge

Sports reports: Murraylands tennis players medal at Australian Masters Games

‘Art is a wonderful naturopath’: Why Valerie Sparrow paints nature

Arsonist arrested after fire damages Murray Bridge medical practice

DIT wouldn’t do it, so ratepayers paid $24,000 for Princes Highway spruce-up

Subscriber giveaway – October 2023

Murraylands voters say ‘no’ in the Voice referendum – and firmly

Fire danger season is coming, so clean up your property now, Murray Bridge council warns

Australia Post delivers funding for Murray Bridge teen mental health program

Social photos: Men's Probus Club of Murray Bridge 40th anniversary

Life begins at 40 for Men’s Probus Club of Murray Bridge

Corrections staff hope to connect First Nations people with their culture – not US gang culture

Star athletes celebrated at 2023 Murray Bridge Sports Awards

Things to do in Murray Bridge: October 13–19, 2023

‘We’ll only get one shot’: Ngarrindjeri leaders make final pitch for yes vote

Auto collectors attend old Murray Bridge reopening

Eden Academy files plans for childcare centre on Mannum Road

Tailem Bend ferry will close for repairs next Tuesday

Tennis is coming back to Tailem Bend

Sports reports: Coralie Bryan retires as lawn tennis secretary after 46 years

Ride of the month: Murray Bridge to Monarto Safari Park

Your farm: Estate planning for the heart of the family

Social photos: Murray Bridge Autofest 2023

Boom times continue for Murray Bridge Racing Club as stables officially open

Don’t leave your junk on the footpath – get it taken away for free

Burnouts at Monarto South frustrate local residents

Social photos: Murray Bridge Gold Cup 2023

Division two Powerball winner found in Murray Bridge

Prescribed burn planned at Monarto South on Monday

What if society had just three rules? Inside the world of Murray Bridge Community Chat

Wolfe Brothers are coming to Murray Bridge for Country by the River 2023

Things to do in Murray Bridge: October 6-12, 2023

Thunder, heat: 500 Australian Army Cadets have had it all in Murray Bridge this week

Emily Green reflects on her work experience at Murray Bridge News

River Murray flood inquiry calls for submissions

Murray Bridge High School principal, students shave for breast cancer fundraiser

Social photos: Wellington Strawberry Fete 2023

Early voting opens in Voice referendum

Four Murraylands businesses shortlisted for 2023 SA Tourism Awards

Water buybacks won’t make groceries more expensive, Tanya Plibersek says

Business hive on Murray Bridge’s main street is ready to buzz

Have your say now on 900-home plan for Murray Bridge’s west

Things to do in Murray Bridge: September 29-October 5, 2023

Playground upgrades are coming to Magpie Drive, Torrens Road reserves

Three awarded Murray Bridge Show life membership

Scrambling for a school holiday idea? It’s not too late to book a houseboat

Tuberculosis cases detected in the Murraylands

Locals reminisce about Tailem Bend’s railway history

Social photos: Old Murray Bridge reopening

Peace poles erected at Murray Bridge High School

Cigarettes, drugs, ammo found in Murray Bridge man’s car

Old Murray Bridge reopens to two-way traffic

Jervois ‘beat the world’, win 2023 RMFL premiership

SAPOL’s top brass honour fallen police officer at Tailem Bend

Old Murray Bridge works finished, family fun day planned

Things to do in Murray Bridge: September 22–28, 2023

Social photos: River Murray Netball Association grand final

Basketball association, federal MP perplexed by stadium’s scrapping

RMFL grand final preview: Undefeated Jervois will face giant-slayers Mypolonga

‘If you don’t know, find out’, urge Voice campaigners in Murray Bridge

Copper look at this: Callington Hotel prepares to reopen

Primary school pedal prix team gets back on track

Murray Bridge council watch: September 2023

Join in ... with Murrayland Woodworkers

Sports reports: Coorong’s Alex Stidiford wins RMFL’s Mail Medal for 2023

Tailem Bend Lions roar for their community

‘If you don’t listen, you don’t learn’: Stolen Generation survivor just wants to be heard

Mypolonga go back-to-back as River Murray Netball Association premiers in 2023

Things to do in Murray Bridge: September 15-21, 2023

Murray Bridge Show 2023 will offer fun for the whole family

Murray Bridge silo art project cancelled

Scents of achievement: How a lavender empire has grown on Murray Bridge’s east side

Deputy Premier remains defensive about Lower Murray levee failures

RMFL preview: Who will join Jervois in the 2023 grand final?

Sports reports: Stacey Hein wins RMNA’s best and fairest award for 2023

Murray Bridge lawyers take a plunge for funds for mental health

What is building indemnity insurance, and do you need it?

Tailem Bend Cricket Club’s new nets take shape

Murray Bridge branch celebrates National Meals on Wheels Day

Murray Bridge Racing Club wins at industry awards

Cost blow-out sinks Murray Bridge basketball stadium plan

Social photos: Citizenship ceremony

Murray Bridge mayor and CEO hit the road for their community

Painter Toby Christiansen, five other locals recognised at 2023 MTE SA awards

River Murray levees fail amid high wind, high flows

Social photos: Jobs and Skills Showcase

Raine and Horne Murraylands will present RMNA’s A grade best and fairest award for 2023

Things to do in Murray Bridge: September 8–14, 2023

Eleven-year-old boy found safe and well

Police bust Moorlands man for drugs after port-a-loo theft

Security guards will reduce ‘violence and aggression’ at Murray Bridge hospital

RMFL preview: Can the Tigers end Imperials’ season?

Meet Adrian Elliott and his best friend Morris

Sports reports: Nikita Grosser does her country proud but falls short of Paralympics

Walk of the Month: Bremer Valley Walk to Callington

Big Bad Musical gives youth theatre members a chance to shine

Road funding is too hard to access, MP Tony Pasin says

Murray Bridge car club makes odyssey to Port Pirie

Inquiry will look at River Murray flood preparation, response and recovery

Superintendent Cindy Healey has achieved her dream – now the work begins

Resthaven Murray Bridge staff celebrate service milestones

Monarto's Go Kart Club to receive $20,000 in federal funding

Tailem Bend railway carriages up for grabs

Murray Bridge’s spring garden competition is now open for 2023

Callington Show’s new shed is up

Things to do in Murray Bridge: September 1-7, 2023

Three Murraylands schools to close due to strike action

Elephants confirmed for Monarto after fundraising campaign reaches its goal

‘Yes’ campaign begins in the Murraylands ahead of Voice referendum

RMFL preview: Rivalries resume as finals begin for 2023

Sports reports: Saints come good in MBBA grand finals

Proper planning, better vibes: What we want for Murray Bridge’s future

Jobs and skills showcase will help you find your calling

Old Murray Bridge closures planned for early September

Meet the Murraylands’ new top cop

At Rockleigh, social connections are built around a campfire

Murray Bridge gallery welcomes two new exhibitions

Tourists flock to the River Murray even as high flows peak

St Luke’s Anglican Church market is growing community spirit at Tailem Bend

Indigenous health seminar derailed by anti-Voice activists

Things to do in Murray Bridge: August 25-31, 2023

Spotlight falls on greyhound racing in Murray Bridge

Murray Bridge Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital turns 100

One-way? All-adults? Wow Houseboats can make your dream getaway possible

King Charles III gets his own tree at Diamond Park

Glenn Power hired as correspondent for Murray Bridge News, Tailem Topics

Murray Bridge Speedway announces 2023-24 season race dates

RMFL preview: Time to tally goals, medal votes and memories

Arrest made after Murray Bridge East hit-and-run

Cian Yakas plays his cards right, wins 2023 youth art prize

Sports reports: Local Judd Plaisted chases glory at Monarto grand prix

Tailem Bend Auto Club capitalises on Supercars buzz

Fencing will protect Riverglades turtles

What should I do if I’m injured in a motor vehicle accident?

‘We don’t deserve to be spat on’: Vietnam vets march with pride 50 years on

Kanmantoo grassy woodland project lands $1.3 million grant

Things to do in Murray Bridge: August 18–24, 2023

Fred’s Van will serve meals and hope to the homeless in Murray Bridge

Join in … with Murray Bridge Photography Club

Flood recovery: Listen to locals next time, says Wall Flat farmer

Mark Kluske is ready to step back, so Bridge Bearings and Bolts could be yours

RMFL preview: Imperials need to figure things out ahead of clash with Jervois

SA Country Women’s Association members unite for Murray Bridge branch’s 80th birthday

Social photos: Governor’s visit to Tailem Bend

Street party in Murray Bridge will kick off Tailem Bend’s Supercars weekend

Monarto’s destiny should be up to locals, not outsiders, residents say

Goodbye, Tailem Bend Music Hall

Sports reports: Kieran Strachan wins Neil Kerley Medal after memorial SANFL match

Murray Bridge could accommodate 8000 homes in 30 years: report

SALA Festival exhibitions open at Murray Bridge Marketplace, Coorong Gallery

Get ready for an especially hot, dry summer in the Murraylands

Things to do in Murray Bridge: August 11–17, 2023

Ride of the month: Murray Bridge to Mypolonga and back

Council takes lead on economic development as RDA changes tack

RMFL preview: Coorong Cats are starting to look like the real deal

Tailem Bend mother and daughter shave to help raise $10,000 for leukaemia research

Social photos: SALA Festival networking night

Not long to go, families – Sturt Reserve playground should reopen soon

Police urge caution after Murray Bridge thefts

Mum hopes to start inclusive cricket team in Murraylands

Murray Bridge North School’s $5 million refurbishment is complete

Couple who escaped murder attempts in Africa start op shop, church in Murray Bridge

Murray Bridge’s population may reach 35,000 by 2040s: forecast

Elephants are coming to Monarto Safari Park

Things to do in Murray Bridge: August 4-10, 2023

River Murray flood recovery will be focus of two public events next week

Could a progress association help things get done around Jervois?

RMFL preview: Imperials prepare for a ‘danger game’ against the Cats

Selling your home? Here’s how to make sure it looks its best for buyers

Murraylands youths will share their reality in Homelessness Week exhibition

Sports reports: Andrew Heard wins gold at World Police and Fire Games

Social photos: Jervois winter dance

Solar lights stolen from Adelaide Road linear park

Rural City of Murray Bridge Sports Awards nominations are now open

Wellington artist Leanne McCullough is among locals featured in 2023 SALA Festival

Battle of Romani honoured at RSL Care’s Romani aged care facility

Greyhound Racing SA charges Murray Bridge trainers with animal cruelty

Study-at-home message is getting through to Murray Bridge tertiary students

Close the Gap event will shine a light on Indigenous health

Captain Proud still afloat despite minor leak

Join in ... with Murray Bridge and Districts 4WD Club

Things to do in Murray Bridge: July 28–August 3, 2023

South Australia’s first Chatty Café opens in Murray Bridge

Freesia’s back in freezers: Murray Bridge ice cream brand revived

RMFL preview: Mallee faces finals elimination

Sports reports: Trap shooter Molly Bretag finishes fourth at junior world championships

Coorong council plans $500,000 infrastructure spend at Tailem Bend

Be a legend – nominate someone for Murray Bridge’s Local Legends awards

Celebration will mark Murray Bridge hospital’s centenary

See the River Murray with Wow Houseboats this winter

Jac Carslake wins Murray Bridge News’ subscriber prize for July 2023

Kerrie McDonald gets back in the saddle

Moorundi health service plans $22 million hub at former Nungas Club

Knife-wielding thief robs Murray Bridge service station

Business hub will promote start-ups, foot traffic in Murray Bridge’s CBD

Murraylands ecologists ‘think outside the box’ in fight to save endangered grasslands

Things to do in Murray Bridge: July 21–27, 2023

After 40 years, it’s curtains for Tailem Bend Music Hall

RMFL preview: Indigenous Round brings extra colour to country footy

Have your say about the future of the Murray Bridge district

Jervois couple have big plans for Everyone’s Got an Olly

Meet the migrants from Kiribati who call the Murraylands home

Harry Howitt named auto collectors club’s new president

Sports reports: Rambler netballer Sharnique Seidel plays her 200th game

How does Murray Bridge’s 6.9 per cent rate rise compare to other councils?

Murray Bridge News’ 2023 reader survey winner announced

Medical machine is needed at Murray Bridge hospital – here’s how you can help

Murraylands councils’ hardship policies can ease the pain of increased rates

Announcing Murraylands Life, a new magazine celebrating our region

Things to do in Murray Bridge: July 14–20, 2023

Heather Barclay appointed as Murray Bridge’s council’s new CEO

Woman dies after crash at Wynarka

RMFL preview: Match of the season awaits at Pinnaroo

What’s the buzz? Residents fed up with strange noise in Murray Bridge’s west

Anti-5G campaigner seeks Murray Bridge council’s sympathy

Subscriber giveaway – July 2023

Sports reports: Eastern are SA country champions for 2023

Social photos: Walk or run for NAIDOC Week 2023

‘Big battery’ planned at Murray Bridge North

Coorong council trims rate increase to 9.5 per cent

Walk of the month: Kinchina Conservation Park, Rocky Gully

Monarto Safari Park visitor centre wins top architecture award

Grateful dad offers Murray Bridge community free basketball coaching

Murray Bridge High School students win innovator award in IT industry competition

Things to do in Murray Bridge: July 7–13, 2023

Who are the RMFL’s premiership, Mail Medal and goalkicking favourites for 2023?

Where to from here for the Murray-Darling Basin Plan? Five experts weigh in

With interest rates rising, what are the options for Murraylands property owners?

Why MP Nick McBride quit the Liberal Party

Edwards Square Community Centre’s kitchen will get $46,000 makeover

Sports reports: Coach, players hit milestones in River Murray netball

Duttons’ Craig Healey retires

Small business support officer starts work in the Murraylands

Veterans will celebrate 50th anniversary of Vietnam War’s end in Murray Bridge

Ngarrindjeri leaders honoured at SA Premier’s NAIDOC awards

Social photos: NAIDOC Week bridge walk

Ngarrindjeri nation’s heroes celebrated for NAIDOC Week 2023

Reader survey 2023: Win a Samsung tablet!

RAA makes a road trip to Murray Bridge

Clock, crockery stolen from Murray Bridge’s Round House

Murray Bridge student’s tram artwork honours Ngarrindjeri culture and elders

Things to do in Murray Bridge: June 30–July 6, 2023

Join in … with Murray Bridge Squash Association

RMFL preview: Will a ‘bloody good’ midfield get Tailem past the Suns?

Jan Hall laps the field at Murray Bridge Auto Collectors Club presentation dinner

Liberals want an inquiry into River Murray flood response

From Baghdad to Murray Bridge, Faris Al-Hilli finds comfort in the familiar

Murray Bridge students win awards in Lions International Peace Poster Contest

Sports reports: Matt Kowald leads crowded field at Murray Bridge Golf Club

Family escapes house fire on Plover Court, Murray Bridge

Your ultimate winter getaway beckons – get the Wow Factor on the River Murray

Murray Bridge Rotary gives dementia patients the gift of music

Opera house yabby net ban will begin this Friday

Murray Bridge sporting clubs need your approval to keep their home grounds

Old Murray Bridge will be shut this weekend

Social photos: Kookaburra Homes grand opening

Murray Bridge snags 2024 Tour Down Under stage start

Wind storm gives Murray Bridge SES a busy weekend

$100 million retirement community planned in Murray Bridge

Behind this Murray Bridge shopfront is SA’s biggest collection of venomous snakes

Tailem Bend Cricket Club catches funding for new practice nets

Things to do in Murray Bridge: June 23–29, 2023

Council rate rises ‘shouldn’t be happening’, Murray Bridge and Coorong residents say

RMFL preview: Questions abound ahead of inaugural Rivalry Round

Reg Nolan, former Murray Bridge Racing Club chairman, mourned

Sports reports: Coorong Cats pounce on Mallee Storm

Kanmantoo copper mine will reopen, creating 130 jobs

Choirboys, Kingswood to feature at post-V8 race Rocking the Murray concert

River Murray Glows social photos

Houseboat operators hope River Revival vouchers will help them stay afloat

Motorbike stolen in Murray Bridge

Murraylands misses out on new infrastructure in 2023-24 state budget

International trainers are excited to join Murray Bridge Racing Club

Raine and Horne Murraylands celebrates 25 years – despite a fire which cost them dearly

Cheaper home builds, bill relief promised in state budget 2023

Things to do in Murray Bridge: June 16–22, 2023

RMFL preview: Rivalries resume as league stars head home

Murray Bridge City Lions Club ramps up local’s camping dream

Old Murray Bridge will be closed this Friday

Murray River Glows program revealed: Fireworks, an AR bunyip and more

Sports reports: River Murray defeats Hills at Eastern Zone Carnival

Dirt bikes stolen at Wellington East

Dawn Borchardt AM has nurtured countless girls to womanhood

If anyone knows about Murray Bridge’s history, it’s Ken Wells OAM

Brenton Lewis OAM has made Murray Bridge proud, safe and progressive

Three Murray Bridge residents recognised on King's Birthday honours list

You don’t look 41! Murray Bridge City Lions Club celebrates anniversary

Ten years of gifting endangered plants across Murraylands and Riverland

Purple poppies sculpture at Romani Aged Care will honour Australian war animals

No-one should die waiting for an organ transplant, speaker tells Rotarians

Technology puts Tailem Bend students on a fast track to jobs in the 2030s

Things to do in Murray Bridge: June 9–15, 2023

Eastern zone carnival preview: RMFL’s best prepare to take on the Hills

Voice to Parliament would devalue Australian citizenship, MP Tony Pasin claims

Nikita Grosser will represent Australia in a sport you might never have heard about

Murraylands residents capture spectacular photos of Wednesday’s storms

House fire at Swanport causes $300,000 damage

Sports Reports: Murraylands tennis players bring back silverware from Cairns

Final award winners named in Mypolonga Photography Competition

Donations help Murray Bridge basketballer get to Melbourne tournament

Funding will allow proper signage for Lavender Cycle Trail

Things to do in Murray Bridge: June 2-8, 2023

RMFL preview: Jervois meets Imperials in grand final rematch

How can Murray Bridge avoid becoming another Mount Barker?

Novita launches reconciliation action plan in Murray Bridge

Australian drag racing will re-launch at the Bend this October

Walk your way to wellbeing – and Bertha the bunyip – this June

Reconciliation Week: ‘If you don’t work together, you can’t make the rope’

Murray Bridge council rates will go up by 6.9 per cent this year – here’s why

Sports Reports: Mark Bolton wins first Murray Bridge Golf Club championship

Rockleigh student gets rockstar welcome at national scholarship presentation

‘Bitumen bandits’ reported in Murray Bridge

Paint the Bridge Read with Peter Coombe this Saturday

Murray Bridge woman dies after freeway Mercedes crash

Community Living Australia book launch gets emotional

Things to do in Murray Bridge: May 26–June 1, 2023

‘I’m scared of being homeless’: Murray Bridge families need solutions to rental crisis

Eastside Bearing and Brake Supplies roll out Richmond Wheel and Castor Co products

Murray Bridge’s Farm Fresh Market to celebrate 25 years in business

Bridge Windscreens’ owner is ready to retire – and his profitable business could be yours

Host families needed ahead of Australian Girls Choir’s Murray Bridge visit

RMFL preview: Mannum must regroup against Mypolonga

Road funding must remain, federal MP Tony Pasin says

Murraylands homelessness services to share in $115 million in funding

Sports Reports: Jervois Bluds reclaim Lokan Cup

Coorong council plans 10 per cent rate increase

Watch out for speed cameras in the Murraylands this week

Ride of the Month: Bison, freight trains and motocross, Rocky Gully

Murray Bridge volunteer for over 60 years shocked to receive award

Duttons Mitsubishi and Hyundai Murray Bridge combines tradition with cars of the future

Things to do in Murray Bridge: May 19–25, 2023

Murray River Glows festival will light up Wharf Hill this winter

RMFL preview: Lokan Cup will be on the line at Tailem Bend

Prison reading program founder visits Murray Bridge

Murray Bridge News Network launches: Is this the future of local news?

Riverland Mallee Coorong midwifery team wins excellence award

Legally Blonde review: You’ll be tickled pink by Players and Singers’ latest show

Sports Reports: Golf reports tee off

Winners of Mypo photography competition announced

Build your brand in nine steps: Business Murray Bridge members hear from guru

Why Tailem Bend’s water tower is lit up yellow

Subscriber giveaway – May 2023

Murray Bridge Basketball Association hammers away at getting new stadium

Tony Pasin preselected as Liberal candidate for Barker

Murray Bridge woman, stolen car involved in serious crash on South Eastern Freeway

Thomas Foods International’s new Murray Bridge abattoir is finished

Murray Bridge mayor thanks his council’s volunteers

Things to do in Murray Bridge: May 12–18, 2023

RMFL preview: Imperials look to bounce back against Mannum

Federal budget 2023: Jobseeker boost will bring $1.8 million per year into Murray Bridge

Murray Bridge council watch: May 2023

Flood recovery event will be held at Pompoota this Friday

Murraylands quiet achievers given new SA Country Fire Service awards

Sports Reports: Southern Mallee defeat Imperials footy team on coronation weekend

Rental market is failing the Murraylands’ low income-earners, study shows

Mypolonga celebrates 2022 ag town of the year win

Tailem Bend’s Wicker family find their niche in cut metal

Coronation brings back memories for Murray Bridge’s Chris Melville

Community grant will help prevent crime at Murray Bridge’s basketball stadium

What’s happening with Murray Bridge’s silo art project?

Things to do in Murray Bridge: May 5–11, 2023

Join in ... with Murray Bridge and District Table Tennis Association

River Murray irrigators still feel governments aren't listening

Four questions for property investors at the end of the financial year

RMFL preview: Storm are coming to Le Messurier Oval for the first time

Domestic violence affects us all – and we all need to work together to stop it

Sports reports: Tylah Clark wins a medal but United lose their battle

Re-establishment grants now available for flood-affected households

See Mr Parker’s Wonders at the Round House this weekend

Art Connect program will join the dots between creativity and wellbeing

Council chief Michael Sedgman says farewell to Murray Bridge

Deliberately lit fires reported around Murray Bridge

Murray Bridge News subscription price increase

Your guide to advertising with Murray Bridge News

Vote for Murray Bridge as SA’s top tourism town

Things to do in Murray Bridge: April 28–May 4, 2023

Bestselling author Victoria Purman will visit Murray Bridge

RMFL preview: Ramblers head to Mypolonga for Anzac clash

Reach out to iReach for a better life

Callington Show society needs a new pavilion

Sports Reports: Imps on top after Anzac Round of River Murray footy season

Murraylands photographer can make your dog a star

Murray Bridge United will honour Anzac spirit at their first home game for 2023

‘I was lucky I never saw any mates die’: Murray Bridge veterans reflect on Anzac Day 2023

Schoolchildren help Tailem Bend remember on Anzac Day 2023

Murray Bridge council watch: April 2023

Bridge Arts exhibition is a testament to rural strength

Happy birthday, Murray Bridge News – we’re three on April 23, 2023

Duxton Pubs buys Swanport Hotel in Murray Bridge

Murray Bridge councillor’s fishing comp idea carp be beaten

Things to do in Murray Bridge: April 21–27, 2023

102-year-old Aussie WWII veteran reveals secret to long life

Sports Reports: Paech outshoots competition in Murray Bridge Rifle Club

Old Murray Bridge upgrades 70% complete

DEW issues River Murray water allocation statement

Mother Hen ready to patrol the River Murray

Monarto Safari Park may be more appealing than African trips

Competition amps up in Round 2 of River Murray Football League 2023 season

Closures announced on Old Murray Bridge Road

State government survey seeks your input for River Murray flood recovery plan

Don’t move the train, Tailem Bend residents tell council at main street meeting

Anzac Day memorial service will be first major post-flood event at Sturt Reserve

Things to do in Murray Bridge: April 14-20, 2023

Grass fire at Rockleigh brought under control

Dinosaurs return to Murray Bridge

‘It’s going to be a big year’: River Murray Football League 2023 season preview

Land swap proposed to fix Murray Bridge council’s ‘problem of our own making’

Walk of the Month: Casuarina Wetlands and surrounds, Murray Bridge

Murray Bridge Art Fest will fill Sixth Street with colour this Sunday

Sports Reports: Jervois Bluds accept SANFL penalties for salary cap breach

Sculpture will depict Murray Bridge’s agricultural history

Wanted: Murraylands high school students for environmental program

Editorial: Thanks for supporting independent local media

Things to do in Murray Bridge: April 7–13, 2023

What is the First Nations Voice, and why is it important? Two Ngarrindjeri elders explain

‘Just get there and back safely’: Top cop’s Easter road safety warning

Methamphetamine seized at Tailem Bend

Tailem Bend’s Rene Lynch turns 96

Sell or wait? Here’s why Michael Cox says now is a good time to go to market

Historic kitchen caught a photographer’s eye – and won her a Rotary Art Show prize

Does Tailem Bend’s main street need a makeover?

Foster carers Jock and Lynette Muir have changed seven lives – ‘I’m glad we did it’

Unity College formal 2023: See the photos

April Fools' Day 2023: Murray Bridge monorail planned

East Wellington exhibition highlights positive encounters between Aboriginal people and Europeans

Crowd revs up at River Murray football and netball 2023 season launch

Grandparents for Grandchildren has new support group in Murray Bridge

Things to do in Murray Bridge: March 31–April 6, 2023

Bertha’s back: Bunyip helps Murray Bridge take a roar-some step towards flood recovery

Join in ... at the St John’s Op Shop

Monarto veterinary nurse outcheats a cheetah

Murray Bridge council CEO Michael Sedgman resigns

Flood recovery continues as voucher scheme opens, parks reopen and fish thrive

Surveying gear stolen at Tailem Bend

Aboriginal Sobriety Group re-launches mobile assistance patrol in Murray Bridge

‘You’ll need tissues’: Barb Ireland prepares to share her message of hope in Murray Bridge

Measles case reported in Murray Bridge

Murray Bridge High School formal 2023: See the photos

Murray Bridge council wants your opinion on Bridge Arts’ lease renewal

Tech talk – and Colrae Farms – dominate annual hogget competition at Callington

Things to do in Murray Bridge: March 24-30, 2023

This Murray Bridge mum wants to make sure no child with autism gets left behind

Hannah Smith wins a Fringe award for Bimbo

Tourist cruises resume on the River Murray

Next weekend’s Fischer Motors super sale will make history

Photography competition focuses on loveable Mypolonga

Hear local musos live at the Station

Sports Reports: Murray Bridge’s Alex Bolt wins US tennis championship

Obey signage as flooded roads reopen, Murray Bridge council urges

Jervois go back-to-back as Lower Murray hard court tennis premiers

Jervois man survives crash between car, semi-trailer

Thousand-home plan could tame Murray Bridge’s wild west

Wellbeing hub opens on Edwards Square, Murray Bridge

Graham Hallandal wins Murray Bridge News’ subscriber giveaway for March 2023

Grassroots grant helps Kanmantoo-Callington Landcare group revegetate the Bremer River

Murray Bridge police make 13 arrests during drug, weapons raids

Things to do in Murray Bridge: March 17–23, 2023

Ever-popular Karoonda Farm Fair and Show returns in 2023

Fairbairn brothers remain country lads as their comedy career skips ahead

Mem Fox brings her possum magic to Murray Bridge Library

Connect, cooperate and grow: Murray Bridge businesswomen chart a path to success

Free EV charging is unfair, resident tells Murray Bridge council

Sports Reports: Tailem gives Murray Bridge the bends in Lower Murray bowls grand final

Duttons Ironman 4x4, opening this weekend, is your one-stop off-road shop

Communication break-downs mar Lower Murray flood recovery

Murray Bridge mum will shave her head to help defeat blood cancer

Taster classes will mark launch of new Wellbeing Hub in Murray Bridge

Subscriber giveaway – March 2023

‘Thank God’: Boaties grateful as Murray Bridge, Wellington boat ramps re-open

Ride of the Month: Murray Bridge town loop

Things to do in Murray Bridge: March 10–16, 2023

‘Mini WOMADelaide’ Murraylands Multicultural Festival moves to Pine Park

Beston cheddar named best in class at national dairy awards

Murray Bridge deserves better public transport, Airlie Keen says

Old Murray Bridge will close every Tuesday and Thursday for five weeks

Local property market update: 47 vacant blocks hit the market in Murray Bridge

Yellow Wiggle gives heartfelt talk in Murray Bridge

Flood recovery meeting will be held at Murray Bridge Town Hall this Thursday

International Women’s Day celebrated in Murray Bridge

Sports Reports: Mypolonga go three for three in Murray Towns cricket grand finals

Magic Millions SA race day draws a well-dressed crowd

Shouty corellas drown out Auto Collectors Club of Murray Bridge’s cruise night

Dozens dive into Community Living Australia’s All Abilities Festival

Soroptimist scholarship recipients revealed for 2023

State government will cover pumping costs for all flood-affected Lower Murray irrigators

Reduced HomeStart deposits will mean big savings for regional home buyers

Where there’s a need, there’s a Lion

Murray Bridge flood watch 2022-23

Join in … with the Lions Club of Murray Bridge

Tailem Bend ferry will close for a while next Tuesday

Things to do in Murray Bridge: March 3–9, 2023

Mobilong Prison visitor convicted as police focus on drug smuggling

Out and About: Fringe on Sixth

World champion becomes Murraylands Cycling Club’s patron

New Murray Bridge aged care facility Romani has respectful launch

Sports Reports: Murray Bridge's Ethan Watkins wins gold medal at SA rowing championship

Old Murray Bridge will close for five nights next week

Bimbo review: Amelia Rooney’s feminist musical hits powerful notes

Calling all original musicians – this Tailem Bend cabaret is for you

Wanted man arrested in Murray Bridge over assault, firearms offences

‘Rise up for our river’: Murray tourism voucher scheme revealed

Historic Hall CafĂŠ at Wellington East is up for sale

Things to do in Murray Bridge: February 24–March 2, 2023

Childcare shortage is forcing Murray Bridge families into difficult choices

Discover the ultimate in retirement living at Warner Close

Murray Bridge Club reopens after 65 days behind a flood barrier

Tyndale Murray Bridge’s new therapy dog Lemmie is no lemon

Kenya, feel the love tonight: Why there’s an African garden gallery at Callington

Bold plan proposes ‘civic heart’ for Tailem Bend’s main street

‘I’m not going to allow fatigue to take everything from me’, stroke survivor declares

Sports Reports: Jarod Waters wins SA Modified Sedan Championship in Murray Bridge

Walk of the Month: Adelaide Road Linear Park, Murray Bridge

Homelessness service struggles with ‘unprecedented’ demand

Monarto horse charity hopes to stay a-float

New blood sought for Murray Bridge Youth Council

Things to do in Murray Bridge: February 17-23, 2023

Office for Regional Housing will fast-track homes for essential workers

How Murray Bridge survived the 1956 flood – in pictures

Maurice, Hindmarsh Road speed limit will stay at 60km/h

Sports Reports: Murraylands gymnasts win state award

Assistance dog will be allowed to attend Murray Bridge High School after all

Teenagers arrested over car break-ins in Murray Bridge’s west

Meals on the Move keeps rolling along with $2000 grant

Rotary Art Show prize will honour Murray Bridge arts mentor Jean Sims

Mental health professional will help high schoolers

Medical students train at Murray Bridge campus ... and so can you

Weddings, parties, anything: Glamour Weddings and Events can cater to you

Volunteers wanted for sports and recreation group

Small businesses in Murray Bridge are finding it hard to get staff, survey finds

Farmers take respite from the River Murray flood – and plan for recovery

‘Live life as it comes’, says Grace Ormsby as she approaches her 100th birthday

Murray Bridge Rotary Club trumpets Music for Dementia project

Things to do in Murray Bridge: February 10–16, 2023

Flood-stricken farmers are planning for recovery, but they need help

Murray Bridge council watch: January 2023

Six reasons why it’s worth working with a real estate professional

Ngarrindjeri photo project illustrates the history of a people

MP Tony Pasin fumes after Murraylands misses out on mobile black spot funding

Sports Reports: Kart championship at Monarto receives record number of entries

Think Murray Bridge is a hotbed of unemployment? Think again

Two arrested over Hindmarsh Road break-in

Out and About: Waitangi Day 2023

Come and Try ... golf at Tailem Bend Golf Club

Kanmantoo teen dares to dream – and wins a scholarship

Mental Health support is available for young people affected by floods

Things to do in Murray Bridge: February 3-9, 2023

At last, Murray Bridge gets more public housing

Murray Bridge Fringe will be bigger than ever in 2023

Students return safely to Mypolonga Primary School, flood or no flood

SANFL will play Neil Kerley tribute match in Murray Bridge

High spirits as Twin Bridges Distillery launches

Councillor Tom Haig gets to work

Auto Collectors Club celebrates first pizza night since 2021

Murray Bridge City Lions give $2000 to Soldiers Memorial Hospital

Sports Reports: Murraylands Cycling Club boy receives bike

Murray Bridge won’t have many more mild summers, climate change projections suggest

Housing project will help disadvantaged youth in Murray Bridge

Shots fired at Murray Bridge home

Showdown on Bridge Street: Retired policeman recalls bikie stand-off in Murray Bridge

New Australians welcomed to Murray Bridge

Things to do in Murray Bridge: January 27-February 2, 2023

Ex-mayor Brenton Lewis named Murray Bridge’s citizen of the year

Long-time Tailem Bend resident Trevor Gordon awarded Order of Australia Medal

Murray Bridge council seeks public feedback on community centre lease

Sports Reports: Octogenarian tennis team performs well at Swan Hill

Brian Lloyd named Tailem Bend’s citizen of the year

Well-known Murray Bridge identity Craig Hollands mourned

Header fire at Wynarka causes $90,000 damage

Out and About: Rotary Club of Mobilong

Police hunt arsonist after Pine Park port-a-loo fire

Burst water main stops traffic on Adelaide Road, Murray Bridge

Should this student be allowed to take his assistance dog to Murray Bridge High School?

Opposition Leader Peter Dutton tours flood-hit Murraylands

Controversial worker accommodation project delayed

Things to do in Murray Bridge: January 20-26, 2023

Local property market update: Despite the floods, the outlook for 2023 is positive

Announcing the Murray Bridge News Network

Bridgeport Hotel will be unmissable during Adelaide Fringe 2023

Murray Bridge aged care facility will honour ‘bastard’ horse

Murray Bridge teenager arrested over city theft

South Australian mosquitoes have Murray Valley encephalitis

Murraylands man reported missing

Murraylands PR company shakes up national awards

‘Our society does not understand poverty’

Stuart Marsh takes a trip down memory lane

Ride of the Month: Old Princes Highway to Granites Road, Kepa

Haystack fire at Adelaide Mushrooms burns into third day

Pedal prix backpedals on junior school inclusion

Things to do in Murray Bridge: January 13-19, 2023

Murray Bridge disability care provider fined over sexual assault

Editorial: Don’t flood our memories with fences

Life Through the Lens: Falling into cracks

Best-selling novelist Darry Fraser to visit Murray Bridge

Sports Reports: Murraylands cyclists compete in Ballarat

Police find alleged meth lab at Moorlands

Flood relief centre opens in Murray Bridge

At Riverglen, volunteers band together to save their farms