Murray Bridge Bunyip 50th Birthday Anniversary

A BIRTHDAY party to honour the 50th anniversary of the iconic Murray Bridge Bunyip / Mulyawonk was celebrated at Sturt Reserve on 29 January 2022.
The Bunyip’s 50th birthday event was organised in liaison with the Ngarrindjeri Regional Authority to ensure local culture is honoured and respected.
Celebrations for the well-known tourist attraction included a smoking ceremony, music, food, kids activities, speeches and storytelling.
The Murray Bridge Bunyip, or Mulyawonk as it’s known by local indigenous people, is a well-known feature of the riverfront that people come from far and wide to see.
Ngarrindjeri Mulyawonk story teaches children water safety and respect for the fish of the river and lakes.
The Murray Bridge Bunyip at Sturt Reserve was built by Dennis Newell, and commissioned by South Australian Premier of the day, Hon Don Dunstan, on 29 January 1972.
More information for great things to see and do in Murray Bridge www.murraybridge.sa.gov.au