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Pavilion opening starts another chapter for Tailem Bend’s community hub
Tailem Bend Community Centre is expanding its presence at the former station master's house.
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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.
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Meals on Wheels volunteers recognised at AGM
Volunteers with the Murray Bridge branch have received awards for their years of service.
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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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My Art, My Way celebrates creativity in the Coorong
An exhibition at Tailem Bend this month showcases the district's talent.
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What we learned from Murray Bridge News’ 2026 reader survey
Meet the winner of our annual survey giveaway, and see what people say about this independent local news service.
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Come and get your cheap electricity, Housing Trust tenants
The state government has opened registrations for Empowering SA, a program which will offer discounted power bills to South Australians on low incomes.
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High school student wins statewide NAIDOC award
Murray Bridge teenager Joseph Ribbons has received the Dr Alice Alitya Rigney Prize for 2026.
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Moorundi executive Steve Sumner wins Premier’s NAIDOC Award for 2026
The Ngarrindjeri elder and outgoing health service executive has been recognised for a lifetime of work making life better for his people.
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Dream worth keeping: Wellington East’s only cafe reopens
Exclusive: The Hall Cafe is about to reopen under new owners – a big milestone for a township which doesn’t have any other shops or eateries.
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Nine outstanding Ngarrindjeri recognised with NAIDOC Week awards
Elders, young people, workers and more have been celebrated at ceremony in Murray Bridge in 2026.