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Candidates declared

Twelve people have put their hand up to contest the South Australian First Nations Voice to Parliament in Region Four. The region includes the...

Karoonda survey highlights potential improvements

The District Council of Karoonda East Murray will investigate how it might improve or implement services and programs following a community survey. The Shape...

Voters push core concerns

Health care, household expenses, and ageing infrastructure are at the forefront of regional South Australians’ minds as the state election approaches, according to a...

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Sport

Falcons win into grand final

The Eastern Falcons women’s cricket team has made the 2025-26 Adelaide Turf Cricket Association (ATCA) Women’s Second Grade grand final after beating Kensington in...

Premiership up for grabs

Who will claim the 2025/26 Murray Towns Cricket Association premiership, as it comes down to the two best sides of the season in Mannum,...

Cricket’s best awarded

The Murray Towns Cricket Association (MTCA) held its 2025/26 season presentation dinner on Sunday, 8 March, celebrating the year that was ahead of this...

Single shot the difference

Murray Bridge has booked its place in the grand final, but was pushed to the limit by a dogged Jervois outfit who recovered from...

Wanderers win in thriller

Wanderers bet Mypolonga in a thriller in the Murray Towns Cricket Association preliminary final and booked a rematch against Mannum in the grand final...

Fitness fun day for families

Murray Bridge Little Athletics club held its annual Fun Family Fitness Day last week celebrating our wonderful families and their commitment to our athletics...

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SA Government

The pain behind the loss

“THE harm creeps up on you — by the time you recognise it, it's already well and truly taken hold.” These are the words of...

See the signs, stop the harm

RECOGNISING the damage done early, and reaching out for support, are crucial to overcoming gambling harm for regional South Australians. Department of Human Services...

Strong support for regional communities

WHILE the challenges of gambling harm are continuing to evolve, a number of community services are providing support tailored to those living rurally. ...

How to access business support through algal bloom

The State Government’s Department of State Development is providing a range of measures to support impacted businesses, and their owners and staff, through the...

Tackling SA’s algal bloom

A harmful algal bloom has been impacting large stretches of South Australia’s coastline since mid-March. South Australian Research and Development Institute (SARDI) Executive Director Professor...

Building consumer confidence in seafood

THE Dining Cashback program is a positive way to build consumer confidence in seafood, says Nick’s Fish Market owner Daryl Bairstow. Mr Bairstow said since...

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Producer’s voices central

Livestock SA is seeking to strengthen its connections with South Australian producers and ensure regional voices help shape the future of the livestock industry...

Commitment secures stronger future

Country Press South Australia (CPSA) has welcomed commitments from Premier Peter Malinauskas and Opposition Leader Ashton Hurn to implement one full page of government...

Southern Mallee snippets

The Southern Mallee District Council met for its ordinary meeting on Wednesday, 18 February where the following items were discussed or determined. DRAFT DISABILITY ACTION...

Digital grants up for grabs

The Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal (FRRR) and Telstra are inviting remote, rural, and regional communities to apply for up to $10,000 in...

Caleb’s photography journey

Caleb Carter, a talented member of Genuine Support Services Australia's Fresh Perspective Photography program, has been making waves with his striking black and white...

Standard headlines in 2011

ACID WATER IMPACTS REGION Rising water, dying trees and ruined land are among the environmental impacts landholders are facing with the appearance of acid water...

Clarifying community issue

The Murray Valley Standard acknowledges correspondence from the District Council of Karoonda East Murray regarding the February 5, 2026 article “Rail Land Row in...

Council comments on claims

On Thursday 5 February 2026 the Murray Valley Standard published an article titled “Rail Land Row in Karoonda” in which, council is concerned false...

Why strong local journalism matters more than ever in the Murraylands

The Murray Valley Standard’s latest surge in digital audience is powerful evidence that trusted local news continues to matter deeply to the Murraylands community. Recent...

Hammond candidates share views on health, childcare

The Murray Valley Standard invited candidates for the seats of Hammond to have their say on a number of issue before the State Election...