Things to do in Murray Bridge: April 25-May 1
Here's your guide to Anzac Day services, a Barker election forum and more, thanks to Spry Holdings.
Anzac Day is upon us, so set those early alarms for Friday morning and cast your eyes upon the list of local dawn services below.
However, there’s one other event we’d like to draw your attention to this week: Murray Bridge News’ own election forum on Monday night.
Most of the candidates for Barker will be at the Bridgeport Hotel, ready to answer your questions, including Liberal MP Tony Pasin and Labor’s James Rothe.
Some of them will have come hundreds of kilometres just for you, and when else will you get a chance to hold our political figures accountable?
The event will be free to attend, and you can even grab yourself a drink at the bar while you make up your mind about who to vote for.
This weekly feature is brought to you by Spry Holdings – supporting locals is our priority.
Anzac Day ⛅ 26°
Mannum dawn service: 6am at Mannum War Memorial, Randell Street. Breakfast to follow.
Murray Bridge dawn service: 5.50am at Murray Bridge War Memorial, Sturt Reserve. Gunfire breakfast to follow at Murray Bridge RSL.
Palmer dawn service: 6.30am at Collier Park memorial gates, Palmer. Breakfast to follow at the pavilion.
Rockleigh dawn service: 6am at Rockleigh Old School House. Breakfast to follow at Rockleigh CFS.
Tailem Bend dawn service: 6am at Tailem Bend War Memorial. Breakfast to follow at Tailem Bend RSL.
Wellington dawn service: 6.30am at Wellington Hall. Gunfire breakfast to follow.
ANDRA Series grand final: 2-9pm at the Dragway at the Bend, Tailem Bend. Witness Australia's best sportsman racers battle it out down the quarter mile; qualifying Friday, continues Saturday. Tickets: $20 at www.outix.co.
Saturday 26th 🌤️ 22°
River Murray football and netball: Jervois v Imperials at Jervois Combined Sports Club; Mallee v Mypolonga at Karoonda Memorial Oval; Mannum v Southern Mallee at Mannum Showground; Ramblers v Tailem Bend at Le Messurier Oval, Murray Bridge.
ANDRA Series grand final: 9am-5pm at the Dragway at the Bend, Tailem Bend. Witness Australia's best sportsman racers battle it out down the quarter mile; eliminations. Tickets: $30 at www.outix.co.
April rally – obstacles fun day: 9am at Murray Bridge Riding Club. Non members welcome for $20 day membership. RSVP with your horse's experience level: www.facebook.com.
Skate park comp: From 11am at Sturt Reserve, Murray Bridge. Scooters 11am, BMX 12.30pm, skateboards 1.30pm; for all ages and abilities.
Sunday 27th ⛅ 21°
Cars and Coffee: 8.30am at Arnold Park, Mannum. All vehicles welcome.
South Aussie Auto meet and cruise: 9.30am at the Coles car park, Murray Bridge. Leave at 10.30 for a cruise to Mount Lofty for pictures and chilling; family-friendly event, all cars welcome.
Hat burning: 10am-12pm at the Bridgeport Hotel, Murray Bridge. Join the Brush Bar for a fiery morning as you ignite your creativity in a fiery celebration of self-expression. Tickets: $95 plus booking fee at www.eventbrite.com.au.
Sunday golf: 10am at Tailem Bend Golf Club. A day full of fun, to meet new people and enjoy the game; everyone invited, all skill levels, ages and genders. Entry fee: $20.
Heartbeat and Tracey Allen: 11am-4pm at the Imperial Football Club, Murray Bridge. Murray Bridge Country Music Club event, lunch available, all welcome. Admission: $12/10.
Nicolina and Dean: 2-5pm at the Bridgeport Hotel, Murray Bridge. Live music in the lounge.
Monday 28th ⛅ 23°
Funeral service for Margaret Joan Goddard: 10.30am at the Minge Chapel, Murray Bridge.
Barker election forum: 7pm at the Bridgeport Hotel, Murray Bridge. Meet the candidates for Barker at the 2025 federal election, find out what they all stand for and ask your questions; presented by Murray Bridge News. RSVP: events.humanitix.com/barker-election-forum-2025.
Tuesday 29th 🌦️ 22°
Know of anything happening today? Email jane@murraybridge.news.
Wednesday 30th 🌤️ 22°
Adult DIY: 10am-12pm at Bunnings Murray Bridge. Join a Garden Corner workshop for all things gardening, indoor plants and more.
Weekday races: 11am-6pm at Murray Bridge Racing Club. Free entry.
New kerbside bins information sessions: 11am and 4.30pm at Murray Bridge Library. Come along to this Rural City of Murray Bridge information session to find out what to do with your old bins, waste education and tips for making the most of this change.
Goldies lunch: 12-1.30pm at Tailem Bend Community Centre. Social lunch and chat; transport arrangements can be made for Tailem Bend residents. Booking essential: $15/10; call 8572 3513.
Thursday 1st 🌤️ 20°
Funeral service for Ann-Marie Rigney: 12.30pm at Lifehouse Church, Murray Bridge.
Dried flower shadow boxes: 1-4pm at the Square Community Centre, Murray Bridge. Come along and create a beautiful shadow box for you or a special someone in time for Mothers Day. Book: $65; call 8531 1799 or email reception@mbcci.org.au.
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