Census set to give Australians a voice
On Tuesday, August 9, Australians will weigh in on the nation’s future as they vote in the 2016 Census.The Census will provide households a platform to...
Backyard concert for Epilepsy
A Murraylands family have banded together to host an intimate backyard concert to raise funds for a cause close to their hearts.With two of...
Oscar seeks new friends
Goolwa-based paddle steamer Oscar W hopes to make a few new acquaintances in the near future.The current Friends of the Oscar W – who look after her and plan the 70...
State’s road toll revised
The South Australian road toll has been reduced by one after the death of a Murray Bridge man was deemed to be due to...
More funds as KESAB turns 50
Keep South Australia Beautiful (KESAB) is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, and with the festivities the State Government has announced funding for the organisation...
How much longer for the iconic Overland?
The Overland passenger train operates between Melbourne and Adelaide a distance of 828 kilometres. It first ran in 1887 as the Intercontinental Express but later...
Driving image change
CHANGES are afoot at Grain Producers South Australia, with young Parilla farmer Wade Dabinett to soon take the helm from chairman Garry Hansen.Despite not having previous...
Backing our dairy farmers
The state government has launched another campaign for dairy farmers in the hope of saving the industry from escalating turmoil.On Wedneday, August 3, Minister for Agriculture Leon...
1982: Paraffin problem
From the archives of The Murray Valley Standard, August 3, 1982.Coonalpyn Downs Board of Health, on the advice of its solicitors, has decided to...
One home, safe home is a wonderful start
The establishment of a safe house for victims of domestic violence in the Murraylands, as reported on page one of today's edition, is huge.For...















