2018
Media Release - 18 December 2018 - Mid Murray Awards $28,700 In Community Grants
Morgan Christmas Fair & Pageant 2018
All Steamed Up - A Fantastic Success
Mannum was certainly all steamed up on the Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th November with the celebration of boats, blacksmiths, engines and steam.>
The 2018 All Steamed UP event attracted 9000 visitors over the two days with heritage paddle steamers and private paddle, wooden and classic boats lining the picturesque Mary Ann Reserve. May heritage vessel volunteers made the long journeys to Mannum including he PS Oscar W from Goolwa and the PS Industry making the trip down from Renmark. Mannum’s PS Marion and PW Mayflower joined the celebrations along with the largest congregation of blacksmiths in South Australia including 37 volunteers from the South Australian Artist Blacksmith Association and visiting international blacksmith John McLellan from California.
Mayor Dave Burgess officially launched the replica Shearer Steam Carriage project on the Sunday and highlighted the amazing efforts of Doug Baker who has lead the replica project over the past two years.
“We are extremely fortunate in our Council region to have so many wonderful volunteers as without them we would not have seen such a magnificent event this weekend”.
“The inventive genius and commitment of Doug Baker, Bruce Weir-Smith here today and the many volunteers involved in the replica carriage project to bring the project to life today is truly outstanding.”
“We certainly look forward to the day the car is operational and we see Mannum’s engineering heritage operate down the Main Street of Mannum as David Shearer did 120 years ago.”
“I would certainly like to thank the many volunteers involved in the All Steamed Up event and the Building Betters Regions fund for their support.”
Engine displays of all shapes and sizes lined Arnold Park next to the ferry and the Museum opened its doors as part of the vent with outdoor drag saw demonstrations, the iconic Key Beam Engine steaming in the Randell Steam Shed and the All Steamed UP interactive display was moving fasting than the many boats on the water on the day!
Steam traction engines moved around Mary Ann Reserve and we even saw a Steam Truck make its way down Mannum’s main street to the delight of many visitors.
There were vintage and classic car displays, Mannum rowers challenging paddle boats, high speedboat displays, steam trains, all was need was aeroplanes and they would have had it all.
Mannum was certainly the Echuca of South Australia on the All Steamed Up weekend celebrating Mannum as the birthplace of the paddle steamer the PS Mary Ann in 1853 and Australia’s first steam carriage with a differential by David Shearer in 1897.
Mannum and the Murray River was certainly showcased with a story in the Sunday Mail and Brenton Ragless and his family visited the event and sent for a cruise on the PS Marion. Brenton loves steam engines and had a chat with our steam volunteers including Ian ‘Johno’ Johnson in the Randell Steam Shed.
A big thank you to our many volunteers involved in this event and we look forward to the 2020 event!
Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th November Photos
Media Release - 27 November 2018 - Mannum, Cambrai Swimming Pools Open Just in Time for Summer
Media Release - Largest Congregation of Steam Boats
Media Release - 24 October 2018 - Thunderbird and Pro Rider Secured for Mannum Fun Run
Media Release - 19 October 2018 - Eudunda Road $1.6m Upgrade Goes Ahead
Media Release - 15 October 2018 - Mid Murray Council Announces First Heritage Listings
Media Release - 16 October 2018 - Fresh Frenzy Makes Big Impact in Schools
Media Release - 28 September 2018 - Mannum Institute Open Days
Media Release - 27 September 2018 - Award-Winning Starclub Program Backed To 2021
Media Release - 26 September 2018 - Palmer Hot Rod Street Party this Sunday
Media Release – 18 September 2018 - Cambrai Pool Set For Repairs, Extended Hours
Media Release - 17 September 2018 - Efforts Continue To Secure Doctor For Morgan
Media Release - 7 September 2018 - Council Purchases Historical Mannum Institute, Plans to ...
Media Release - 31 August 2018 - Council Increases Northern Ranger Service
Media Release - 22 August 2018 - Council Supports Murray Cod Restock
Media Release - 22 August 2018 - Grant Secures Mannum Men's Shed Expansion
Media Release - 6 August 2018 - SALA Festival Mannum - Water Our Life Source
Media Release - 3 August 2018 - Mid Murray Children's Development Program Invited to Present on National Stage
Media Release - 31 July 2018 - Mannum invaded for Game Obsession Expo this Sunday
Media Release - 23 July 2018 - Mid Murray Community Plays Role in Final Mary Ann Reserve Concept Design
Media Release - 26 June 2018 - NAIDOC Week Celebrations
Media Release - 27 June 2018 - Solid Waste Levy Rise Should Fund Local Waste Initiatives, says Mid Murray Council
Media Release - 21 June 2018- Bowhill Kayak fishing Competition
Media Release - 20 June 2018 - Learn Klingon language at Mannum's Game Obsession Expo
Media Release - 25 June 2018 - Mid Murray Council Calls for Action on State Government Compliance Costs
Media Release - 13 June 2018 - Proactive Carp Disposal Plan Considered by Mid Murray Council
Media Release - 6 June 2018 - The Story of Anne Frank Comes to Morgan
Media Release - 5 June 2018 - Community chips in to begin Palmer Nature Playspace development
Media release - 24 May 2018 - Remarkable river women touring across Australia
Media Release - Sedan Swap Meet 2018
Media Release - 24 May 2018 - Cruising Christmas in July 2018
Media Release - 25 May 2018 - Works to Begin on Historic Morgan Wharf Remediation Project
Media Release - 24 May 2018 - SA Truck and Ute Show Mannum 2018
Media Release - 11 May 2018 - Mid Murray Opens Consultation on 18-19 Business Plan
Media Release - 26 April 2018 - Award Winning Mid Murray Council Supports STARCLUB success
Media Release - 24 April 2018 - Youth Focus a Priority for Mid Murray Council
Media Release - Day on the Farm at Cordola
Media Release - 23 April 2018 - Historic Stone Walls to be Studied by Mid Murray Council as Future Tourism Asset
Media Release - Juxtapose Exhibition at Arnold Gallery Mannum
Media Release - 12 April 2018 - Mid Murray Council's Chief Executive Officer Receives Prestigious Award Amongst His Peers
Media Release - 11 April 2018 - Mid Murray Council Counting Costs of Ongoing Corella Control Measures
Media Release Swan Reach Classic Car event
Media Release - 9 April 2018 - Work to Begin on Swan Reach Riverfront Masterplan after Funding Win
Mid Murray Council to Overhaul Stormwater Management Plan
Media Release - Mid Murray Lobbies for Murray Darling Royal Commission Hearing
Media Release - Mannum Hot Rod Show this Sunday
Media Release - 26 February 2018 - Mid Murray Seniors Encouraged to get 'Tech Savvy' with Free Digital Training
Media Release - Council invests in ‘priority’ repairs for Mannum Leisure Centre
Media Release - 16 February 2018 - Community of Bowhill Bought up to Speed with Public WiFi Hotspot
Media Release - 16 February 2018 - Mid Murray Council to put in Expression of Interest for Old Mannum Institute
Media Release - 15 February 2018 - New Location for Large Vessel Mooring Facility at Swan Reach as Community Views Sought
Media Release - 12 February 2018 - Culinary first for Mannum as Murray River experience features in Tasting Australia
Media Release - 5 February 2018 - Pioneering Fresh Frenzy program set to revive healthy eating habits in Mid Murray schools
Media Release - 25 January 2018 - New safety works around Mannum Community College to encourage active travel
Media Release - 18 January 2018 - Mannum’s Tesla Charging Station Plans Tipped to Provide Major Boost to Murraylands Region
Media Release - 17 January 2018 - Council Seeks Resolution on Mannum Wastewater Treatment Plant Relocation
Media Release - 17 January 2018 - Mid Murray Council Supports RSL Plans for Showgrounds Site
2019
| Media Release - 17 December 2019 - Riverfront Upgrades to Mary Ann Reserve |
| Media Release - 17 December 2019 - Community Reference Group Appointed, Animal Management Plan Review |
| Media Release - 17 December 2019 - Changes to Morgan Riverfront Houseboat Mooring Zone |
| Media Release - 27 November 2019 - Public Bin Banks - Gone for Good! |
| Media Release - 26 November 2019 - Community Opportunity to Help Shape Mid Murray's New Animal Management Plan |
| Media Release - 26 November 2019 - Council Shares $40,000 in Grants to Help Deliver Mid Murray Community Projects |
| Media Release - 7 November 2019 - River Murray International Dark Sky Reserve is first in Australia |
| Media Fact Sheet - River Murray International Dark Sky Reserve |
| Map - River Murray International Dark Sky Reserve |
| Media Contact List - River Murray International Dark Sky Reserve |
| MEDIA RELEASE – Trains, Boats and Engines to bring Morgan alive this November |
| Media Release - 30 October 2019 - An Artistic Journey of Love |
| Media Release - 30 October 2019 - AFL Star to join Mannum Fun Run and Walk |
| Media Release - 23 October 2019 - State Government Signs on as Murray Coorong Trail Partner |
| Media Release - 17 October 2019 - Morgan Riverfront Changes to Improve Houseboat Mooring Zone |
| Media Release - 17 October 2019 - Solid Waste Levy Impacts and Mid Murray Dump Fees |
| Media Release - 10 September 2019 - Cadell Centennial |
Media Release - Last Trip for 2019 for the PS Marion (418 kb) |
| Media Release - 22 Aug 2019 - Sala Extends until end of Sept(96 kb) |
| Media Release – 19 August 2019 - New Public Toilets For Greenways Landing(150 kb) |
| Media Release - 11 July 2019 - Supplementary election result(73 kb) |
| Media Release - 10 July 2019 - Cambrai pool update |
Battle of Strength at the 2019 SA Truck and Ute Show at MannumIt will be strength -v- steel at the 2019 SA Truck & Ute Show at Mannum Sunday 9th during the June long weekend. Adelaide strongman, Jordan ‘Biggie’ Steffens will attempt to pull a prime mover and B Double trailer set over 20 metres along River Lane and Mannum’s main street at this year’s event and is sure to delight the many visitors this event has attracted over the past 8 years. This award winning event takes over the main street of Mannum and the picturesque Mary Ann Reserve with prime movers, utes and 4 WD’s of all shapes and sizes. The volunteers of the PS Marion will be offering one hour cruises and there will be live entertainment featuring Crossfire and Lee Brocky and the Outback Overdrive throughout the day. The SA Truck & Ute Show presented by the Mannum Progress Association commences at 10.00 a.m. and concludes at 4.00 p.m. Entry is $5.00 per person and children under 16 are free. For further information contact the Mannum Visitor Information Centre on 8569 1303 or visit www.satruckanduteshow.com.au. |
Bowhill Kayak Fishing Competition - 17, 18 & 19 May (this weekend)It’s time to dust off that kayak or canoe, grab your fishing rod and make your way to the second Bowhill Kayak Fishing Competition this weekend. Record entries have been received for this unique event on tomorrow on tomorrow at the magnificent riverside town of Bowhill and there is still time to enter for this 3 day event and loads of prizes to be won. Event registrations are $120.00 with entrants receiving over $60 worth of fishing goodies on entry, 2 evening meals and an opportunity to enjoy some of the best Murray River scenery on offer. Event proceeds assist our returned veterans and the Bowhill Progress Association. For further information contact Shane McGrath on 0458440231 or the Mannum Visitor Information Centre on 85691303. |
| Media Release - 16 May 2019 - Draft ABP and Budget(106 kb) |
| Media Release - 7 May 2019 - Dark Sky Reserve a step closer for Mid Murray(147 kb) |
Enjoy the Easter break and some riverfront fairs and events in the Mid Murray Council regionOver the Easter break, many of our river towns are conducting fairs and events on Easter Saturday including the Purnong's Trash and Treasure at the Purnong District Hall commencing at 8.30 a.m., the Swan Reach Easter Fair with markets, food and even a Dog Show commencing at 10.00 a.m. at Len White Reserve on the riverfront and Morgan's famous Lion's Easter Bazaar will be on again. This year Morgan will have the Murray River Giant Pumpkin Competition on the magnificent Morgan Riverfront and the Morgan Lion's auction from 8.30 a.m. to 2.30 p.m. On Easter Sunday Cadell are holding a Family Fun Day at the Cadell Tennis Courts and the Lutheran Church at Mannum will be presenting a free breakfast and live entertainment at Arnold Park from 7.00 a.m. For more info contact the Mannum Visitor Information Office on 85691303 and the Visit Morgan Visitor Information Office on 85402643. |
| Media Release - 2 April 2019 - New Waste Collection Service For Shack Areas(191 kb) |
| Media Release - 2 April 2019 - Priority Listing For Truro Bypass Welcomed(76 kb) |
| Media Release - 27 March 2019 - Mid Murray Council Appoints New CEO(3454 kb) |
| Media Release - 6 March 2019 - Mannum Hot Rod Day 2019(776 kb) |
| Media Release - 4 March 2019 - Mid Murray Awards $3500 For Mannum Events, Swan Reach Sports Club(85 kb) |
| Media Release - 25 January 2019 - Community Shares Vision For Mannum Institute(76 kb) |
| Media Release - 24 January 2019- Mooring Reminder To Houseboat Users(75 kb) |
| Media Release - 21 January 2019 - Lucky 13 For Mid Murray $1m Drought Fund(83 kb) |
| Media Release - 16 January 2019 - Cash For Splash – Mid Murray Allocates Federal Drought Assistance Money For Cambrai Pool(319 kb) |
Media Release - 11 January 2019 - Cambrai's Summer Pool Party Set to Make a Splash |
2020
2021
2022
Media Release - 15 November 2022 - Mid Murray Council Announces Newly Elected Members
Media Release – 4 October 2022 - Vote Now to Choose Your Local Representatives on Mid Murray Council
Media Release - 5 August 2022 - Rising Murray River Levels prompt call for caution in Mid Murray
Mid Murray on the Move! – Economic, Tourism and Development News - Click here to see the sixteenth edition
Media Release – 27 June 2022 – Mid Murray Celebrates NAIDOC Week with Family Fun Day at Mannum
Media Release – 9 June 2022 – Mid Murray Launches New Toy Library Service
Media Release – 9 June 2022 – Enrol Now to Have Your Voice Heard in Mid Murray Council Elections
Mid Murray Council Media Release – 21 April 2022 - Food Safety Inspection Fee Relief For Businesses
Mid Murray Council Media Release – 20 April 2022 - Mid Murray Community Grants to Open Early
Mid Murray on the Move! – Economic, Tourism and Development News - Click here to see the fifteenth edition
2023
Mid Murray on the Move! – Economic, Tourism and Development News - Click here to see the latest edition - December 2023
Media Release – 1 December 2023 – Mid Murray Council Elects New Deputy Mayor
Media Release - 13 November 2023 - Changes to Standpipe Fees
Media Release – 30 October 2023 – Truro Town Master Plan Changes Following Community Consultation
Media Release – 18 October 2023 - Australia Day Award Nominations Open
Media Release – 25 September 2023 - Mid Murray Transfer Stations Shift to Sustainable Operations
Media Release – 21 September 2023 - One Number to Make Contacting Mid Murray Council Faster, Easier
Media Release - 8 August 2023 - Mid Murray Flood recovery update
Media Release 17 May 2023 - Financial sustainability, flood recovery, the focus of Council's Budget
Media Release -28 April 2023 - Mid Murray Community Grants Open Soon
2024
Media Statement – 20 December 2024 - Mid Murray Welcomes New Ward Councillor
Media Release – 20 November 2024 – Mid Murray Council Elects New Deputy Mayor
Media Release – 19 November 2024 - Cambrai Swimming Pool Season to Open Soon
Media Statement – 6 November 2024 - Resignation of Councillor Kelly Gladigau
Media Release - 4 November 2024 - Pride Flag to Fly in Mid Murray in Support of SA Feast Festival
Media Release - 13 September 2024 - The Power of Her - Empowering
Media Release - 30 September 2024 - Epic Energy paves way for new lights at Mannum Oval
Media Statement – 30 July 2024 - Resignation of Councillor John Forrester
Media Release 18 July 2024 - Changes to Operation of Council Services In Morgan And Blanchetown
Media Release - 27 May 2024 - Future Management of Mannum Leisure Centre
Media Release - 22 May 2024 - Financial Sustainability For Future Opportunity
Media Release – 19 April 2024 - Community Invited to Have Say on Cambrai and Mannum Swimming Pools
Media Release -28 March 2024 - Community Invited To Have Say On Review Of Mid Murray Facilities
Media Release - 28 March 2024 - Mid Murray Community Grants Opening Soon
Media Release – 18 March 2024 - Community to Have Say on Standpipes’ Future
Media Release - 24 January 2024 - Rare chance to work on historic steamers
2025
Mid Murray on the Move! – Economic, Tourism and Development News - Click here to see the latest edition.
Media Release - 29 September 2025 - Mid Murray Standpipe go Automatic Thanks to Grant Funding
Media Release - 19 September 2025 - Have Your Say on the Future of Mid Murray's Heritage Riverboats
Media Release - 25 June 2025 - New Lights on a Bright Future of Mannum Oval
Media Release - 22 May 2025 - Mid Murray Community Grants Program Open Now for Applications
Media Release - 25 March 2025 - Mid Murray Welcomes New Ward Councillor
Media Release - 12 February 2025 - Grants Boost Tourism, Sport Across Mid Murray
2026
Media Release - 23 April 2026 - Mid Murray Community Grant Opportunities Applications Now Open
Media Release – 23 April 2026 – Proposed New Methodology for Calculating CWMS Charges for 2026/27
Mid Murray on the Move! – Economic, Tourism and Development News - Click here to see the latest edition.