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Things to do in Murray Bridge, November 11-17 2022

All you need to know about Remembrance Day, Locktoberfest, the Murray Bridge Health and Care Expo and more.

Viki Ntafillis

Nov 10, 2022 — 4 min read

Remembrance Day, formerly known as Armistice Day, commemorates those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice for our country. Photo: Peri Strathearn.

Remembrance Day services will be held around the country this Friday, and the Murray Bridge RSL will be hosting theirs at the Sturt Reserve War Memorial.

Poppies are available for purchase at the Marketplace and Bunnings today.

The state’s largest drifting event, Locktoberfest, is on at the Bend from Friday to Sunday.

If you’re seeking work in the health care sector, or just want for information about working the industry, the Murray Bridge Health and Care Expo is at the town hall on Wednesday.

Or if it’s a bargain that you’re after, the Christ Church Lutheran thrift shop will host events on Friday and Saturday.

And don’t forget, council election voting closes at 5pm tonight!

If you need a refresher on how to vote, check out this handy how-to guide.

You can take your ballots directly to your local council office until they close this afternoon.

All are welcome to attend the Remembrance Day services this Friday. Photo: Peri Strathearn.

Friday ⛅ 26°

Remembrance Day service: 10.50am at the Sturt Reserve war memorial, Murray Bridge. All are welcome, and anyone is welcome to lay a wreath. A light lunch will be provided after the service at the Murray Bridge RSL.

Remembrance Day service: Just prior to 10.50am at Tailem Bend war memorial, Railway Terrace, across from the council offices. All are welcome.

Fill a bag for $5: 9-3pm at John Dohler Hall, Swanport Road. Get in some early Christmas shopping at the Christ Church Lutheran Thrift Shop, fill a bag for only $5.

Locktoberfest: gates open 3pm at The Bend Motorsport Park. SA’s biggest drifting event is back with their freestyle. On Friday only, the event is free for spectators. Passenger passes are available for purchase at the event. For more information visit the Facebook page, and to purchase tickets visit eventbrite.com.au.

If you’re into drifting, then the Bend is the place to be this weekend. Photo: W. Chamberlain Photography/Facebook.

Saturday⚡28°

Car boot sale: 9am-12pm at John Dohler Hall, Swanport Road (Christ Church Lutheran Thrift Shop). See what you can find at the car boot sale.

Locktoberfest: 7am-9pm at The Bend Motorsport Park. SA’s biggest drifting event is back with their freestyle. Passenger passes are available for purchase at the event. For more information visit the Facebook page, and to purchase tickets visit eventbrite.com.au.

Photo: Abbey Morrison, *Biblically Inaccurate Angel* (detail), 2021, acrylic spray-paint on canvas. 2021 Youth Art Prize 2nd place 21-25 year category. Supplied by the Murray Bridge Regional Gallery.

Sunday ☂ 23°

Locktoberfest: 7am-5pm at The Bend Motorsport Park. SA’s biggest drifting event is back with their freestyle. Passenger passes are available for purchase at the event. For more information visit the Facebook page, and to purchase tickets visit eventbrite.com.au.

Youth Art Prize: 2-4pm at the Murray Bridge Regional Art Gallery. Closing celebrations and winners will be announced. Bookings are essential, visit eventbrite.com or call the gallery on 8539 1420.

Monday ⛅ 20°

Murray Bridge community meeting: 6.30-8pm at the Murray Bridge Town Hall. An information session about the Murray River flows, impacts and ways to get prepared. SES and guest speakers will also be providing information on the night. If you can’t attend in person, the meeting will also be streamed live on the council YouTube channel.

Tuesday ☁ 20°

Celebration of life and remembrance service: 7.15pm for a 7.30pm start at Murray Bridge Uniting Church. Hosted by the Murray Mallee Palliative Care team. A chance for people to remember and give thanks for the live of loved ones who have passed away. If you would like to join, please RSVP to 8535 6800.

Wednesday ⛅ 24°

Women on Wednesdays information session: 12.30pm at Murray Bridge Community Centre’s Harmony Room. For those looking for a place to connect and share with other women, find out if this program is for you with this information session. To register contact Helen on 0466 809 400 or reception on 8531 1799.

Murray Bridge Health and Care Expo: 1-4pm at the Murray Bridge Town Hall. For those interested in working in or changing careers into the health care sector, the event will be a chance to network with employers in the industry. In particular, in health care, age care and disability sectors. The event is free, if you would like to attend register at eventbrite.com.au.