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Murray Bridge News is an online platform and a weekly email update that shares the latest news and events from the Murraylands region of South Australia. Operating as an independent news outlet, we are not connected to large media corporations, and our editorial choices are made right here in Murray Bridge, rather than in cities like Adelaide or Sydney. Plus, all of our profits are reinvested back into the local community.

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Council issues drought declaration as SA and federal governments lag behind

1 week ago | murraybridge.news | Peri Strathearn

This story is free to read. Help Murray Bridge News tell more stories like this by subscribing today. The drought hasnâ€™t broken yet, but recent rainfall has at least given Tintinara farmer Jonathan Pietzsch something that has been in short supply lately: a tiny bit of hope. A greenish tinge has appeared in some paddocks around the Murraylands during the past week and a half, following falls of 20-30 millimetres on the Kingâ€™s Birthday long weekend and the occasional shower since then.
Robotics help Bowhill Engineering keep pace with the world’s best

1 week ago | murraybridge.news | Peri Strathearn

This sponsored story is brought to you by Bowhill Engineering. A Murraylands engineering company is investing in world-leading robotic technology and the people who will operate it. Bowhill Engineering CEO Jodie Hawkes and director of business development Jeremy Hawkes recently travelled to Europe to visit robotics manufacturers IGM Robotersysteme AG.
Three reasons to choose Ahrns Electrical for your home or shed upgrade

1 week ago | murraybridge.news | Peri Strathearn

This sponsored story is brought to you by Ahrns Electrical. As the end of the financial year approaches, now is the perfect time to book in some work on your home or shed with Ahrns Electrical. No matter what kind of job youâ€™ve got in mind, big or small, this award-nominated local team is ready to help. Here are three reasons for you to pick up the phone and call or email Ahrns today.
Social photos: The SpongeBob Musical

1 week ago | murraybridge.news | Peri Strathearn

These photos are free to view. Help Murray Bridge News photograph more local events by subscribing today. To express an interest in sponsoring this weekly feature, email [email protected]. Hundreds of theatre-goers have gone to see the latest offering by the youngest members of Murray Bridge Players and Singers over the past couple of weekends.
Lathes v mills: Which will be best for your manufacturing job?

2 weeks ago | murraybridge.news | Peri Strathearn

This sponsored story is brought to you by Kennewell. If you need a custom part produced – no matter how intricate or precise – the odds are good that Murray Bridge firm Kennewell can get the job done for you. “We have world-class precision manufacturing here in Murray Bridge,” director Brett Kennewell says. “If you want something made, you can get it made here.”But which machine will be best for your manufacturing job? This month we look at two of the machines Kennewell use: lathes and mills.
Tailem Bend medical centre will stay open after all

2 weeks ago | murraybridge.news | Peri Strathearn

Tailem Bendâ€™s medical centre will stay open after being granted a reprieve by SA Health. Locals were shocked last week when the Murraylands Medical Centre announced its imminent closure over a dispute with the Riverland Mallee Coorong Local Health Network. However, after some negotiation on Tuesday of this week, the clinic reopened its doors on Wednesday. SA Health has since confirmed it is here to stay. â€śA settlement has now been reached,â€ť a departmental spokeswoman said.
Zhen Pu hired as Murray Bridge News’ Mannum correspondent

2 weeks ago | murraybridge.news | Peri Strathearn

You can expect to read more stories from Mannum and surrounds in Murray Bridge News from now on. For the first time since our establishment in 2020, we’re expanding our coverage area. Until now, this independent local publication has almost exclusively shared stories from the Murray Bridge district and Tailem Bend. But our readership and advertising client base in the Mid Murray district have now grown to the point that we can return the favour and invest in the community.
Aaron Zrim wins back-to-back titles at Murray Bridge Golf Club

2 weeks ago | murraybridge.news | Peri Strathearn

This story includes contributions from Michael Potts, Victoria Seidel and Gordon Harrison. Send your sports reports to [email protected]. In no surprise to anyone, brilliant golfer Aaron Zrim has claimed successive Murray Bridge Golf Club championships by downing a gallant Keith Durham five and four in the 36-hole final.
Peter Rischbieth AM honoured for his service to rural health

2 weeks ago | murraybridge.news | Peri Strathearn

Peter Rischbieth has spent his life helping others, and now the nation has acknowledged his service. The retired Murray Bridge GP was made a Member of the Order of Australia in the King's Birthday honours list for 2025. As well as serving as a general practitioner at Bridge Clinic from 1987 until his retirement last year, Dr Rischbieth spent 21 years as the principal medical officer at the Murray Bridge hospital, where he specialised in obstetrics, inpatient care, anaesthesia and emergency care.
Vale Kevin Schrapel, Christian columnist

3 weeks ago | murraybridge.news | Peri Strathearn

Vale Kevin Schrapel, Christian columnist The Murray Bridge resident has died; his funeral will be at Holy Cross at 10.30am on June 12. Jun 6, 2025 â€” 2 min read Kevin Schrapel overlooks a newly completed garden at the Murray Heights Lutheran Village in 2021. Photo: Peri Strathearn. Murray Bridge is mourning the loss of missionary, thespian and Life Through the Lens columnist Kevin Schrapel, who died on June 3 after a period of ill health.