Things to do in Murray Bridge: August 18–24, 2023
All you need to know about a Vietnam veterans parade, the Murray Bridge Hospital's centenary, the OTR Super Sprint and more, thanks to the Bridgeport Hotel.
August 18 is the 50th anniversary of the end of Australia’s involvement in the Vietnam War, and the Murray Bridge RSL will mark the occasion with various activities this Friday.
At 1pm, Vietnam veterans will march from Diamond Park to the war memorial at Sturt Reserve for a service, and afternoon tea will follow at the Murray Bridge RSL.
There’ll also a be a drum corps and an RAAF flyover.
Anyone is welcome to attend to show support to the veterans, honour those who were killed or injured and express thanks that Australia’s involvement in the war ended.
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Friday ⛅ 13°
Supercars – OTR Super Sprint: 9am Friday to 5pm Sunday at Shell V-Power Motorsport Park, Tailem Bend. Revheads, come along for three days of thrilling action. Get ready for the first appearance of the GEN3 supercars in a race setting in South Australia. Supporting the supercars will be the Porsche Paynter Dixon Carrera Cup Australia, the Touring Car Masters, the S5000, the Toyota Gazoo Racing Australia 86 series and the Haltech V8 SuperUte series. Tickets: From $25 at outix.co/tickets. For more information, phone 8165 5700 or visit thebend.com.au.
Meet Will and Anton from the Shell V-Power Racing Team: 12.30pm–1pm at Repco Murray Bridge, 207 Adelaide Road, Murray Bridge. Meet Anton De Pasquale and Will Davison from the Shell V-Power Racing Team in readiness for the OTR SuperSprint at the Bend. Bring along anything you might want them to sign. You can also win GA tickets to the OTR SuperSprint.
Vietnam veterans 50th anniversary march and RAAF flyover: 1pm start at Diamond Park, Murray Bridge. This event commemorates 50 years after the end of Australia’s involvement in the Vietnam War. Vietnam veterans will march from Diamond Park, along Adelaide Road and towards the war memorial for a service at Sturt Reserve, followed by afternoon tea at the Murray Bridge RSL. Please note that there may be extensive rolling road closures between 1pm and 3pm.
Saturday ⛅ 17°
Supercars – OTR Super Sprint: 9am Friday to 5pm, Sunday August 20 at the Bend Motorsport Park, 543 Dukes Highway, Tailem Bend. Revheads, come along for three days of thrilling action. Get ready for the first appearance of the GEN3 supercars in a race setting in South Australia. Supporting the supercars will be the Porsche Paynter Dixon Carrera Cup Australia, the Touring Car Masters, the S5000, the Toyota Gazoo Racing Australia 86 series and the Haltech V8 SuperUte series. Saturday’s tickets: From $65 at outix.co/tickets. For more information, phone 8165 5700 or visit thebend.com.au.
Sunday ⛅ 17°
Supercars – OTR Super Sprint: 9am Friday to 5pm, Sunday August 20 at the Bend Motorsport Park, 543 Dukes Highway, Tailem Bend. Revheads, come along for three days of thrilling action. Get ready for the first appearance of the GEN3 supercars in a race setting in South Australia. Supporting the supercars will be the Porsche Paynter Dixon Carrera Cup Australia, the Touring Car Masters, the S5000, the Toyota Gazoo Racing Australia 86 series and the Haltech V8 SuperUte series. Sunday’s tickets: From $65 at outix.co/tickets. For more information, phone 8165 5700 or visit thebend.com.au.
Murray Bridge Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital 100-year anniversary: 11.30am at Imperial Football Club, Adelaide Road, Murray Bridge. Come to a lunch and afternoon tea to mark the 100th anniversary of the local hospital. You can share your hospital experiences or hear about those from other people and celebrate this milestone. Afternoon tea is from 2.30pm. Tickets: From $11.90 at eventbrite.com.
MBRG Youth Art Prize 2023 prize announcements and closing event: 2pm–4pm at the Murray Bridge Regional Gallery, 27 Sixth Street, Murray Bridge. The annual Youth Art Prize is a platform for youth to express their views through art. MBRG warmly invites you and your family to hear the prize announcements and be a part of the closing event. This year’s judge is Monte Masi, leading SA artist and director and lecturer at the Adelaide Central School of Art.
Monday ⛅ 18°
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Tuesday ⛅ 16°
Tailem Bend social surprise bus trip: At … who knows? It’s a secret. But the organisers promise that it will be an unforgettable experience filled with joy, laughter and new memories. Seats are limited and fill up quickly, so reserve your spot ASAP. Bookings: Phone 8572 3513.
Let’s Thrive workshop, east side: 6pm–7.30 pm at Murray Bridge RSL Club, Ross Road, Murray Bridge East. Calling all East Side Murray Bridge residents! Attend this lively workshop to share your insights on prioritising elements from the council’s Community Plan to create thriving communities. Registrations: eventbrite.com.au.
Wednesday ⛅ 15°
Being digital – protecting your identity online: 10am–12pm at the Murray Bridge Library, Level 2, 51 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. This information session answers the important question “How do you keep your identity safe online?” The session is part of the Being Digital program, which helps people to participate in today’s digital world. For more information, please contact Suzette on 8539 1175 or at library@murraybridge.sa.gov.au.
Horse racing: 10.30am–5pm at the Murray Bridge Racing Club, 342 Brinkley Road, Gifford Hill. Check out seven races throughout the day at this all-ages event, with prize pools of $25,000 for each race. Tickets: From $11.80 at moshtix.com.au.
Golden Go Getters – Wellness with fitness: 10.30am–11.30am every Wednesday at the Town Hall Function Room, 95–101 Railway Terrace, Tailem Bend. Join Donna Jaensch-Brown from Inner Soul Physical Rehabilitation to discover the power of fitness and mindfulness. All are welcome, including NDIS participants. Cost: CHSP participants: $5.50; non-CHSP participants: $11. Bookings: Phone 8572 3513.
Come and clay workshop (today and August 30): 12.30pm–1.30pm at the Square, 2 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. In this two-part workshop, presented by Kate from Pottery Girl, fill your hands with clay and create your own unique coffee mug. Cost: $30 per person (to be paid when booking); refreshments supplied. Bookings essential: Phone 8531 1799 or email murraybridgecommunitycentre.com.au.
Explore the world of decorative art with Maureen: 1pm–4pm every Wednesday at the Tailem Bend Community Centre, 141 Railway Terrace, Tailem Bend. All enthusiasts and creative minds are welcome to dive into the world of decorative art. Discover various techniques, play with colours and let your imagination soar as Maureen guides you through the art of decorative masterpieces. The class is open to people of all skill levels. Cost: $1.10. I repeat, $1.10.
Creative Kids Craft (Father’s Day theme): 4pm–5pm at the Murray Bridge Library. If you’re a child aged between 5 and 12 years old, come along to the library and make some Father’s Day craft with your friends. Bookings essential: Contact the library on 8539 1175 or email library@murraybridge.sa.gov.au.
Thursday ⛅ 19°
Horse racing jump outs: 8am–11pm at the Murray Bridge Racing Club, 342 Brinkley Road, Gifford Hill. Jump out of bed and get to the jump outs, where horses become familiar with what a horse race will be like. For more information, contact the Murray Bridge Racing Club on 8532 2310.
Wellbeing walk: 12.30pm–1pm every Thursday, starting from the Square, 2 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. Come along for a gentle community wellbeing walk through the heart of Murray Bridge. For more information, contact the Murray Bridge Wellbeing Hub on 0468 640 800 or email wellbeinghub@mbcci.org.au.
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