🗓 Things to Do

Things to do in Murray Bridge: August 26-September 1, 2022

All you need to know about Murray Bridge Players and Singers' Wishlist, Ella and Sienna's Mypolonga Buzz tour and this weekend's footy and netty finals.

Viki Ntafillis

Aug 25, 2022 — 6 min read

Murray Bridge Players and Singers’ latest production will debut this Friday night. Photo: Jacob Jennings Photography.

For the final stretch of winter, we have a week of sport and song ahead of us.

Murray Bridge Players and Singers will debut their annual show, this year being The Wishlist, while the Murray Bridge Country Music Club will present Out of Order.

On Sunday, Ella and Sienna from The Voice are visiting Mypolonga for a town tour, performing an exclusive show for lucky attendants.

The AusCycling State Road Championships and time trials are also gracing the streets of Mypolonga this weekend, with several local cyclists competing.

Meanwhile, the local football and netball leagues are in the midst of their finals rounds at Tailem Bend and Mypolonga.

So, depending on who you are: break a leg or best of luck!

Friday ☁ 17°

Author talk with Tony Park: 10am-12pm at the Murray Bridge Library. Join Tony Park as he discusses his latest book, The Pride. To book, contact the library on 8539 1175.

Jets over Monarto: AMA Field, 3661 Old Princes Highway, Monarto. Adelaide Model Aerosport is hosting a Jet Fun Fly at its Monarto field. Pilots must be a member of the MAAA affiliated club. All types of jets are welcome. The event is free, with onsite camping available at $10 a night. For more information, call David Wearing-Smith on 0414 725 264 or Greg Leigh 0417 834 945.

Fire safety: 10-11am at the Murray Bridge Library. Come along for a presentation about fire safety, featuring Busy People author Lucy George and Aaron’s Promise author Chris Cairns. To book, contact the library on 8539 1175.

The Wishlist: doors open at 7:30pm for a 8pm start at the Murray Bridge Town Hall. The Murray Bridge Players and Singers are hosting their annual performance and this year, it’s a delicious cocktail of songs from stage and screen. The show is on for four nights only! Tickets start at $25 and are available at Ray White or mbplayersandsingers.com.au. Wishlist

After a disappointing loss in last season’s finals, will 2022 be the year of redemption or re-enactment for the Eagles? Photo: Tailem Bend Football Club/Facebook.

Saturday ⛅ 19°

River Murray football: At Jaensch Park, Tailem Bend. Qualifying finals.

Under 14s: 9am Tailem Bend v Mypolonga
Under 16s: 10am Tailem Bend v Mypolonga
Under 18s: 11.15am Imperials vs Mypolonga
Reserves: 12.40pm Mypolonga v Jervois
League: 2.30pm Tailem Bend v Imperials

River Murray netball: At Jaensch Park, Tailem Bend. Qualifying finals.

Intermediate three: 8.30am, court one. Mypolonga v Ramblers
Junior two: 8.30am, court two. Tailem Bend v Ramblers
Sub-junior two: 8.30am, court three. Mypolonga v Imperials
Intermediate two: 9.45am, court one. Jervois v Mypolonga
Sub-junior one: 9.45am, court two. Imperials v Ramblers
Intermediate one: 11am, court one. Mypolonga v Ramblers
Junior one: 11am, court two. Imperials v Mypolonga
A Reserves: 12.45pm, court one. Imperials v Mypolonga
B Reserves: 12.45pm, court two. Imperials v Mypolonga
B Grade: 2pm, court one. Ramblers v Imperials
C Grade: 2pm, court two. Mannum v Ramblers
A Grade: 3.15pm, court one. Imperials v Mypolonga

AusCycling Road State Championships: from noon, starting at Green Street, Mypolonga. Watch on as the Elite, Juniors and Masters race the picturesque streets of Mypolonga.

Mypolonga is hosting the AusCycling Championships this year. Photo: Murraylands Cycling Club.

Sunday ☀ 23°

River Murray football: At Mypolonga Memorial Oval. Elimination finals.

Under 14s: 9am Mannum v Jervois
Under 16s: 10am Jervois v Meningie
Under 18s: 11.15am Mannum v Ramblers
Reserves: 12.40pm Tailem Bend v Ramblers
League: 2.30pm Meningie v Mannum

River Murray netball: At Mypolonga Memorial Oval. Qualifying finals.

Intermediate three: 8.30am, court one. Mannum v Imperials
Junior two: 8.30am, court two. Mannum v Imperials
Sub-junior two: 8.30am, court three. Jervois v Tailem Bend
Intermediate two: 9.45am, court one. Imperials v Tailem Bend
Sub-junior one: 9.45am, court two. Meningie v Mypolonga
Intermediate one: 11am, court one. Imperials v Tailem Bend
Junior one: 11am, court two. Tailem Bend v Jervois
A Reserves: 12.45pm, court one. Ramblers v Mannum
B Reserves: 12.45pm, court two. Jervois v Tailem Bend
B Grade: 2pm, court one. Mypolonga v Tailem Bend
C Grade: 2pm, court two. Mypolonga v Jervois Black
A Grade: 3.15pm, court one. Mannum v Ramblers

A nature walk on the wild side: 9am-2pm at Monarto Safari Park. Those who consider themselves bird watchers, flower lovers or bushland wanderers will enjoy this exclusive experience. Join the volunteer guide for a stroll through the scrub to witness spring’s arrival in the Mallee. Tickets start at $40. To book, visit monartosafari.com.au.

Ranger guided walk: 11am-1pm at Ngarkat Conservation Park. Walk through the Ngarkat to celebrate the Murraylands’ parks as Parks of the Month. The event is free, for more information and to register, visit eventbrite.com.au.

AusCycling Time Trial State Championships: from noon, starting at Green Street, Mypolonga. Watch on as the Elite, Juniors, Masters and Para race the picturesque streets of Mypolonga.

Ella & Sienna Mypolonga Buzz Tour: 9.45am-5.30pm, starting at the Bunyip, Murray Bridge. Fresh off Channel 7’s The Voice, these teenage sisters are visiting the region with their musical talents. The tour includes brunch at the brand new balcony at the 1924 River Tavern, an exclusive 3-hour concert by Ella & Sienna at Lot 23 and more. Tickets are $155, and limited. To book, email hello@jugglehouse.com.au, phone Kel 0488 697 308 or visit the Facebook event.

Out of Order: 11am-4pm at Imperial Football Club. The Murray Bridge Country Music Club is back with their latest show. Tickets are $12, or $10 for members on presentation of membership card. All are welcome, and bookings are not required. Contact Brian on 8535 4317 if you would like to book in advance, or visit their Facebook event for more information.

Monday ⛅16°

Fathers and Special Persons Day: 3.30pm at the Tailem Bend Community Centre. Come along and make a gift for dad or the special person in your life. All children must be accompanied by an adult, although adults do not need to book tickets. Tickets are free, book at trybooking.com.

Tuesday ⛅ 17°

Murray Bridge and District Table Tennis Association grand final: 7.30pm in the Ken Wells Pavilion at the Murray Bridge Showgrounds. A Grade and B Grade finals.

Wednesday ⛅ 19°

Foot and mouth disease seminar: 5.30-7pm at Tailem Bend Golf Club. Presented by PIRSA Senior Veterinary Officer, Jeremy Rogers. Get all the latest information and updates about the disease. BBQ dinner and refreshments will be supplied. All are welcome and the event is free. RSVP to Sarina Clawson at 0408 813 029 by call or text.

What do I say? What do I do? workshop: 5-8pm, Uniting Church Hall, 2 Princes Hwy, Meningie. The workshop will increase understanding of suicide bereavement to help communities support each other. The event is free and dinner will be provided. RSVP to Tracey by August 29 on 0437 503 520.