Things to do in Murray Bridge: December 1-7, 2023

This weekend’s final round of the 2023 Australian Superbike Championship at Tailem Bend will be a battle royale between Troy Herfoss and Josh Waters.

For the first time in the 35-year history of the ASBK Championship, two riders were tied on points after the penultimate round, setting up a blockbuster finale.

Waters will be in search of his fourth ASBK title and Herfoss his third.

The final Superbike showdown will be worth the admission price alone, but the box office bonanza doesn’t end there; all the other ASBK classes – Supersport, Supersport 300, Yamaha R3 Cup, Oceania Junior Cup and the Superbike Masters – are live rubbers as well.

For ASBK fans who can’t make it to the circuit, SBS on Demand will stream all of Saturday’s qualifying and race action live and free.

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Friday ⛅ 23°

Australian Superbike Championship, round seven: 6.30am today to 5.30pm Sunday at the Bend Motorsport Park. Into motorbikes? Then some of the best superbikes in the world must really float your boat. Be a part of the colour, noise and excitement over three days. Cost: From $40. Tickets: outix.co. For more information, contact the Bend on 8165 5700 or visit thebend.com.au.

International Day of People with Disability celebrations: 10am–1pm at the Murray Bridge Regional Rowing Centre, Sturt Reserve. Get amongst it. This council initiative will have free events, new activities, modified sports and activities, recognition awards, a petting zoo, face painting and a free healthy barbecue lunch. A lucky participant will also have the chance to win a $250 gift card; the winner will be drawn at noon and must be present to claim the prize.

Funeral service for Richard Manning: 2pm at the Minge Chapel, 63 Swanport Road, Murray Bridge. For more information, visit mingefunerals or phone 8531 1111.

Saturday ⛅ 22°

Christmas Market at the Marketplace: 9am–5pm at the Marketplace, 21–53 South Terrace, Murray Bridge. Come to the Marketplace for a variety of local market stalls that showcase local products and market-day specials from your favourite stores. For more information, phone the Marketplace on 8531 0484.

Toddler and preschooler sensory learning session: 10.30am–12pm at the Murray Bridge Library. Play, learn and connect with your child and develop your child’s social skills. Every session is different, but you can expect sensory experiences and creative activities. The session is designed for children from two to six years old, but siblings are welcome to join in. Cost: Free. Bookings: events.humanitix.com. For more information, contact the library on 8539 1175 or Tina on 0467 096 402.

Brock’s Border Run: 12pm–2pm in Murray Bridge. Help Brock Williams raise money for Sony Foundation’s You Can Stay program to support his mate Xavier, who was diagnosed with cancer. Brock will be running 1000km from Adelaide to Rosedale, with a goal of 62.5km per day. Brock will be going through Murray Bridge today. For more details, contact Brock Williams on 0437 937 277 or email brockwilliams553@gmail.com.

Sunday ⛅ 28°

Cars and Coffee, Murray Bridge: 8am at the Wharf Precinct car park, Wharf Road, Murray Bridge. You know the drill: Grab a coffee, look at cool cars and chat to friendly folk with said cars. You can also get hot chocolates, milkshakes, cold drinks and egg and bacon rolls at this family-friendly event. For more information, contact Joanne Lovell on 0415 790 260 or at joannelovell88@gmail.com.

Murray Bridge Riding Club car boot sale: 9am at 5168 Old Princes Highway, Murray Bridge East. The Murray Bridge Riding Club is hosting a car boot sale, which is open to all sellers with all items, not just horse saddlery and gear. For non-members, sites are only $20. You can set up your display at 7am. The canteen will be open on the day.

Christmas burlap and bauble wreath: 10am–12pm at the Tailem Bend Community Centre, 141 Railway Terrace, Tailem Bend. Bring on Christmas and have fun creating your very own Christmas burlap and bauble wreath with Danielle form Creative Raffia. Cost: $60 (all materials included). Bookings essential: Phone 8572 3513 or email info@tbcc.org.au.

Greyhound racing: 5.30pm–9pm at the Murray Bridge Greyhound Racing Club, 2 Kennett Road, Murray Bridge East. Watch some quality hound racing and have a great meal. Track entry is free, with counter meals available for purchase, along with full bar and TAB facilities. Meal bookings: Phone Doyle’s Function Centre on 0475 682 466. For more information on this event, contact Robin Loechel on 0475 682 466 or at robin.loechel@grsa.com.au.

Carols in the Bush: 4pm–5pm (sausage sizzle); 5.30pm–7.30pm: (carols) at Rockleigh Uniting Church, 410 Rockleigh Road, Rockleigh. Come to this free community event, with the Band of the SA Police and local artists performing. During the evening, a hat will be passed around, and all money collected will go to the RFDS and Cops for Kids. As this is an outdoor event, bring a chair and rug up. For more information, contact Barbara Pym on 0428 387 060 or at pympton1@bigpond.com.

Monday ⛅ 36°

Funeral service for Colleen Roberts: 1pm at the Minge Chapel, 63 Swanport Road, Murray Bridge. For more information, visit mingefunerals or phone 8531 1111.

Enchanted Christmas Tree: 3pm–4pm at the Tailem Bend Community Centre, 141 Railway Terrace, Tailem Bend. Feel like decorating Christmas baubles to add to the Christmas display at Tailem Bend Community Centre? This event is for children from 0 to 12, and kids must be accompanied by an adult. Cost: Free. Bookings essential: trybooking.com. For more information, contact the Tailem Bend Community Centre team on 8572 3513, email c4c@tbcc.org.au or visit www.tbcc.org.au.

Tuesday ⛅ 31°

Billboard Battalion Aussies Fighting Back Tour: 12-2pm at Diamond Park, Murray Bridge. Wade Northausen presents a critical message about deliberate threats to our agricultural industry, food and energy supplies, and how we fight back.

Lego Club: 4pm–5pm at the Murray Bridge Library. Unleash your imagination at the Murray Bridge Library Lego Club. An adult must accompany children aged 12 years and younger. Bookings essential: Contact the library on 8539 1175 or email library@murraybridge.sa.gov.au.

Wednesday ⛅ 28°

SAPOL talk – Scams: 10am–12pm at the Murray Bridge Library. Become scam aware with an informative talk by a senior constable from the Crime Prevention Unit at SAPOL. Bookings essential: Contact the library on 8539 1175 or email library@murraybridge.sa.gov.au.

Thursday ⛅ 33°

Student art show: 10.30am–12.30pm at the Coorong Gallery, 95–101 Railway Terrace, Tailem Bend. Experience the creativity of talented local school students of the Coorong region. RSVPs would be appreciated for catering purposes: Email pcrabb@coorong.sa.gov.au.

Mobilong Prison Industries information and tour: 5pm–6.30pm at Mobilong Prison, Maurice Road, Murray Bridge. Take a glimpse into the fascinating world of Mobilong Prison Industries with an informative tour that explores the role of industries officers. Discover how prisoners are involved in various industries, including a commercial kitchen and bakery, metal workshop, assembly and timber products. Cost: Free. Bookings: eventbrite.com.au.

Thursday Night at the Movies – Champions (Rated M): 5.30pm–7.30pm at the Murray Bridge Library. A former minor-league basketball coach receives a court order to manage a team of players with intellectual disabilities. Despite his doubts, he soon realises that together they can go further than they ever imagined. Cost: Free. Bookings: Contact the library on 8539 1175 or email library@murraybridge.sa.gov.au.

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