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A progress report from the first flush of the Northern Murray-Darling Basin has been released, which could bring more water south
A progress report from the Northern Basin first flush review has been released today, covering how the implementation of recommendations is proceeding. The progress report is the result of an independent panel reviewing the Northern Basin flush that took place last year, after the introduction of water restrictions to ensure...
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Lee Kernaghan headlines new country music festival in Murray Bridge this year
A NEW country music festival to be held in Murray Bridge later this year has attracted some of Australia's best country artists, headlined by Lee Kernaghan. The inaugural Country by the River Music Festival will be held at the Sturt Reserve, Murray Bridge, on October 16 and 17, 2021, promising...
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Ancient artefact found near Murray Bridge
A RARE bone artefact discovered near Murray Bridge on Ngarrindjeri country is thought to be up to 5,300 years old. The artefact was recovered from a midden and burial site at Murrawong and was situated in a layer dating to c 5303-3875. The discovery, which has been dubbed the Murrawong...
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Julie Bates shares an insight into her role with The Murray River, Lakes and Coorong Tourism Alliance
It's a hard task condensing the mammoth work of the region's former tourism stalwart Julie Bates who recently resigned from her post with the Murray River, Lakes and Coorong (MRLC) Tourism Alliance - but here goes. Julie could be best described as a swift and energetic operator, especially when working...
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Murray River icon Proud Mary wins hat trick in 2019 South Australian Tourism Awards
Beloved Murray River icon Proud Mary wins Specialised Tourism Service at the 2019 South Australian Tourism Awards for the 3rd consecutive year, leading to induction into the South Australian Tourism Hall of Fame. At tourism’s night of nights, the 2019 South Australian Tourism Awards held at the Convention Centre on...