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Hopes persist that the Barbary sheep may be allowed to survive in Sierra Espuña

High-speed rail tunnel protests spread to the centre of the city of Murcia

Cabo de Palos lighthouse hotel plans scuppered by the Murcia parliament
Milder temperatures and an outside chance of rain in the Costa Cálida on Friday
Milder temperatures and an outside chance of rain in the Costa Cálida..

More of the same forecast going into the weekend in the Region of Murcia Thursday saw a slight lowering of the maximum temperatures in the Region of Murcia, and by 15.30 only the weather station in the regional capital had recorded a figure in the..

Aemet predicts higher temperatures and delayed rain this autumn in Murcia
Aemet predicts higher temperatures and delayed rain this autumn in Murcia

The summer which ends on Friday was the sixth warmest on record in Murcia State meteorological agency Aemet has this week published its long-range..

Man arrested in connection with a dozen robberies from Mazarrón shops
Aemet predicts higher temperatures and delayed rain this autumn in Murcia

The robber threatened a shop assistant and a customer in one of the incidents in Mazarrón A habitual criminal well known to the forces of law..

Happy International World peace day
Happy International World peace day

Warm autumn weather and beautiful scenery certainly make it easier to feel at peace! Photo: Los Alcázares just after the sun came up..

Murcia property prices reported to have dropped by 1.3 per cent in second quarter of 2017
Murcia property prices reported to have dropped by 1.3 per cent in second quarter of 2017
Prices have been more or less steady in Murcia since early 2014 Property..
Canine cops hailed as great success in Torre Pacheco
Canine cops hailed as great success in Torre Pacheco
The three snifferandnbsp;dogs add speed and efficiency to drugs searches..
Load of rubbish shows increased numbers at 2017 Feria de Lorca
Load of rubbish shows increased numbers at 2017 Feria de Lorca
Three times as much litter as in 2016 was collected at the main Lorca..
The summer now ending has been the sixth warmest on record in Murcia
The summer now ending has been the sixth warmest on record in Murcia
The absolute maximum temperature this summer was 41.8 degrees in..
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Murcia makes progress towards at last altering Francoist street names
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Santomera axes Fiestas Queens due to alleged lack of interest
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Lorca Town Hall aims to restore the church of San Juan
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Totana offers comprehensive programme of adult and youth educational courses
Murcia property prices reported to have dropped by 1.3 per cent in second quarter of 2017
Murcia property prices reported to have dropped by 1.3 per cent in second..

Prices have been more or less steady in Murcia since early 2014 Property market analysts in Spain seem unable to agree at the moment on whether housing prices are on their way up or are still falling..

Notaries report minimal decrease in average sale price of Spanish property..
Notaries report minimal decrease in average sale price of Spanish property

A reminder of the need for caution as Spanish property sales figures continue to rise For a couple of months now almost all of the statistical reports regarding the state of the Spanish property..

Unsold property backlog decreasing in Spain but the data are difficult..
Unsold property backlog decreasing in Spain but the data are difficult to interpret

The number of empty homes in Spain is still three times higher than in 2004 There has been more evidence recently that the Spanish residential property market recovery is not only continuing but is..

Banks must offer social rentals to eviction victims in Murcia
Banks must offer social rentals to eviction victims in Murcia
Measures to protect energy poverty victims In Murcia are also approved..
Murcia courts confirm return of deposits to eleven Trampolín Hills buyers
Murcia courts confirm return of deposits to eleven Trampolin Hills buyers
The courts are still dealing with Trampolandiacute;n claims 8 years after..
Hot Property: Luxury 3 bed detached villa near the Carrascoy y El Valle regional park
Hot Property: Luxury 3 bed detached villa near the Carrascoy y El Valle regional park
Spectacular, 3 bedroom / 2 bathroom detached villa, located at the..
Murcia property sales running at highest level for almost six years
Murcia property sales running at highest level for almost six years
A 22.6-per-cent increase was reported in Costa Calida real estate sales..
More signs of upward movement in Murcia property values
More signs of upward movement in Murcia property values
The latest data show a 1.1 per cent increase in the second quarter of..
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Find out how Girasol Homes can help you beat the exchange rate blues!
Get free nights when you reserve a half term holiday at La Manga Club
Get free nights when you reserve a half term holiday at La Manga Club

 Free nights and much more at La Manga Club Reserve your Half Term Holiday now at Príncipe Felipe 5* Hotel or Las..

Mazarrón Bay Bridge Club offers beginners and refreshers sessions
Mazarrón Bay Bridge Club offers beginners and refreshers sessions

Autumn Sale – Last few seats available No, not EasyJet or even Ryanair, but Mazarrón Bay Bridge Club (MBBC). There are a few places left on the ´Beginning / Refreshing..

Huge stock clearance until 26th September at Leroy Merlin Cartagena
Huge stock clearance until 26th September at Leroy Merlin Cartagena
Make big savings on hundreds of home, garden and DIY products. Leroy..
@Home Furniture Store Mazarron Murcia
@Home Furniture Store Mazarron Murcia
Quality Furniture for your property, Mazarron, Costa Cálida,Camposol..
Luxury outdoor furniture from Al Fresco Furniture Spain
Luxury outdoor furniture from Al Fresco Furniture Spain
Supplying Murcia and the Costa Candaacute;lida with outdoor sofas..
Ross Motor English mechanics servicing Los Belones, La Manga and the Mar Menor area
Ross Motor English mechanics servicing Los Belones, La Manga and the Mar Menor area
Full or part servicing, ITV, bodywork repairs, timing belts, complete..
Hotel La Mariposa; accommodation and adventure activities in the Sierra Espuña
Hotel La Mariposa; accommodation and adventure activities in the Sierra Espuna
Quad biking, buggy hire, kayaking, hiking, mountain biking, laser..
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Ryanair cabin crew recruitment days in Murcia and Alicante
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How to register your property in Murcia as a holiday rental property
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Language immersion is truly a great way to learn a new language
Training starts with the San Javier Squalos rugby teams
Training starts with the San Javier Squalos rugby teams

If you’re a rugby player come along and get involved Seniors male Tuesday and Thursday from 20:30 to 22:30 Senior feminine Tuesday and Thursday from 22:00 to 23:30 School..

Free exercise classes for the over 55s in Los Alcázares this autumn
Free exercise classes for the over 55s in Los Alcázares this autumn

There are free classes every day, split between the Centro las Claras and the municipal sports ground between Monday and Friday every week Free “gerontogimnasia” or exercise classes..

22nd to 24th September Subida a la Santa road rally racing in Totana
22nd to 24th September Subida a la Santa road rally racing in Totana
Speed and spectacle on the road from Totana to the Santuario and..
23rd September XXII Marcha Cicloturista Torre Pacheco
23rd September XXII Marcha Cicloturista Torre Pacheco
Family cycle ride in Torre Pacheco This is a family activity, which..
24th September free guided walking route through the salinas natural park in San Pedro del Pinatar
24th September free guided walking route through the salinas natural park in San Pedro del Pinatar
Guided tours in San Pedro del Pinatar San Pedro del Pinatar..
24th September discover the saltflats of Fortuna with this free guided visit
24th September discover the saltflats of Fortuna with this free guided visit
Discover the salt flats of Fortuna via this free guided visit Ruta..
24th September 5th solidarity march against cancer in San Javier
24th September 5th solidarity march against cancer in San Javier
The AECC is holding its 5th annual andldquo;Marcha Solidario contra el C..
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29th September free martial arts workshop in Torre Pacheco
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29th September to 1st October La Vara Trail Caravaca de la Cruz
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30th September Free nocturnal walk in the Sierra Espuna with Sendalhama
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30th September Motocross Fiestas de Molina de Segura
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Autumn fitness classes for Abanilla residents
Currency investment advice from Blacktower Financial Management (Int.) Ltd.
Currency investment advice from Blacktower Financial Management (Int.)..

Keith Littlewood offers his top currency investment tips Which Currency should you invest in? This is a subject I raise in every case when I discuss investment strategy.  It is all..

How to register your property in Murcia as a holiday rental property

Tax authorities and the Murcia government are clamping down on undeclared rentals For many years now the tax authorities in Spain have been stepping up their efforts to clamp down on the practice..

Tips to avoid common investment mistakes by Blacktower Financial Management (Int.) Ltd.
Tips to avoid common investment mistakes by Blacktower Financial Management (Int.) Ltd.
Keith Littlewood explains how to avoid the most common investment..
The financial cost of Brexit by Blacktower Financial Management (Int.) Ltd.
The financial cost of Brexit by Blacktower Financial Management (Int.) Ltd.
How much will Brits returning to the UK from Spain actually cost?..
Expert conveyancing and Spanish property law advice from PALS solicitors
Expert conveyancing and Spanish property law advice from PALS solicitors
Legal experts in conveyancing, property law, escritura registrations..
Post Brexit financial planning for expats by Blacktower Financial Management (int.) Ltd.
Post Brexit financial planning for expats by Blacktower Financial Management (int.) Ltd.
Blacktower Financial Management (int.) Ltd. examine whether expats..
Investment and asset advice for expats in Spain, from Blacktower Financial Management (Int.) Ltd.
Investment and asset advice for expats in Spain, from Blacktower Financial Management (Int.) Ltd.
Financial tips for expats in Spain: Automatic exchange of information..
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Investment and asset advice for expats in Spain, from Blacktower Financial Management (Int.) Ltd.
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Expert income advice for expats in Spain from Blacktower Financial Management (Int.) Ltd.
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Blacktower Financial Management (Int.) Ltd open new office at Cabo Roig covering Murcia and Alicante areas
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Make proper plans to use your pension pot wisely. Blacktower Financial Management (International) Ltd
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New Year New Career with Avalon Europe
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Get Your Off-Plan Property Purchase Deposit Back!
Visit twice for the price of one ticket at Terra Natura Wildlife Park in Murcia
Visit twice for the price of one ticket at Terra Natura Wildlife Park..

Visit Terra Natura twice for the price of a single ticket The Terra Natura wildlife park in Murcia is offering visitors the chance to return to the park for a second visit absolutely free of..

22nd September to 1st October: What's On in the San Javier municipality..
22nd September to 1st October: What's On in the San Javier municipality

Weekly markets, sporting events, cultural and community activities The San Javier municipality offers a wide range of activities in San Javier, Santiago de la Ribera and La Manga del Mar Menor..

15th to 24th September Romans and Carthaginians in Cartagena
15th to 24th September Romans and Carthaginians in Cartagena
Fiestas de Cartagineses y Romanos, Cartagena, This colourful and enjoyable..
15th to 25th September Feria and Fiestas in Mula
15th to 25th September Feria and Fiestas in Mula
Free concerts, children’s entertainment and the Romería of..
15th to 24th September, Feria de Lorca, the annual September fair in Lorca
15th to 24th September, Feria de Lorca, the annual September fair in Lorca
Dozens of concerts, most free, and a large funfair as well as the..
What's on in Águilas during September
Whatand#39;s on in Aguilas during September
Queries about any of the events mentioned here can be directed to..
18th to 23rd September Alhama de Murcia Flamenco Week
18th to 23rd September Alhama de Murcia Flamenco Week
Six nights of free music and flamenco dance Between the 18th and..
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21st to 24th September the Feramur artisan fair in Lorca
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22nd September, Ruta de los Centinelas, 98-kilometre ultra-marathon from Torrevieja to Cartagena
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Every Saturday: Expat community activities across the region
Murcia What's On:
18th to 24th September Whatand#39;s on in the Alhama de Murcia municipality
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20th, 21st and 23rd September free guided theatrical tour of the Convent of San Francisco in Mula
Visit twice for the price of one ticket at Terra Natura Wildlife Park in Murcia
Visit twice for the price of one ticket at Terra Natura Wildlife Park..

Visit Terra Natura twice for the price of a single ticket The Terra Natura wildlife park in Murcia is offering visitors the chance to return to the park for a second visit absolutely free of..

Hotel La Mariposa; accommodation and adventure activities in the Sierra..
Hotel La Mariposa; accommodation and adventure activities in the Sierra Espuña

Quad biking, buggy hire, kayaking, hiking, mountain biking, laser clay pigeon shooting and rafting in the Sierra Espuña La Mariposa is a family-run hotel located in Gebas, in the heart..

Scuba Murcia PADI dive centre based in La Manga
Scuba Murcia PADI dive centre based in La Manga
Scuba Murcia offer diving courses for all ages and levels of experience..
Rafting, bungee jumping, canyoning, ziplining in Calasparra and Cieza, Murcia.
Rafting, bungee jumping, canyoning, ziplining in Calasparra and Cieza, Murcia.
Cañon y Cañon offer adventure sports in central and..
Half metre long Roman horn of plenty, star guest at Cartagena Archaeological Museum
Half metre long Roman horn of plenty, star guest at Cartagena Archaeological Museum
This is the featured exhibit in the Museo Arqueolandoacute;gico Municipal..
Adventure Divers and Activity Center based in the South of the Mar Menor in La Manga Club resort
Adventure Divers and Activity Center based in the South of the Mar Menor in La Manga Club resort
The centre is based on the five star La Manga Club resort and offers many..
Holy Year or Jubilee Year 2017 in Caravaca de la Cruz
Holy Year or Jubilee Year 2017 in Caravaca de la Cruz
Six nights of free music and flamenco dance Between the 18th and..
Where to Go:
Cartagena Roman Theatre Museum
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Experience 43 a fascinating half-day guided tour to the Licor 43 Factory and Museum Cartagena
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Monte Arabi in Yecla, prehistoric rock art, and a multitude of legends
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The Via Crucis in Totana, stunning sculpture set in the beautiful Sierra Espuna
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Weekly street markets in San Javier
Salazones, the salt-cured fish specialities of the Region of Murcia
Salazones, the salt-cured fish specialities of the Region of Murcia

Mojama and hueva are commonly eaten in thin slices and can be found in tapas bars and supermarkets throughout Murcia Murcia is full of gastronomic surprises and local speciality produce, one of the..

Las Encañizadas; protecting this historic fishing technique in La Manga..
Las Encañizadas; protecting this historic fishing technique in La Manga del Mar Menor

Fish doesn´t get any fresher than this! Fish are trapped in reed mazes as they migrate between the Mar Menor and the Mediterranean. Many of the agricultural traditions in the Region..

Delicious chocolates, homemade cakes, and meals at Calle Delicias in Mazarrón
Delicious chocolates, homemade cakes, and meals at Calle Delicias in Mazarrón
Calle Delicias specialise in mouthwatering artisan chocolates and..
Tapas, practical Spanish meals with El Rey in Balsicas
Tapas, practical Spanish meals with El Rey in Balsicas
Close to several golf restaurants El Rey offers down to earth Spanish..
Three-course set menu just 9.90€ at Chez Arno in Puerto de Mazarrón
Three-course set menu just 9.90€ at Chez Arno in Puerto de Mazarron
Fine French dining with sea views in the Puerto de Mazarrandoacute;n marina..
French cuisine at local prices in Chez Arno, Puerto de Mazarrón
French cuisine at local prices in Chez Arno, Puerto de Mazarron
Exquisite food, sea views and great prices in this family-run French restaurant..
Los Galayos, seafront restaurant in Puerto de Mazarrón
Los Galayos, seafront restaurant in Puerto de Mazarron
Menu del dandiacute;a 9 euros during the week and 10 euros at the weekend..
Where to Eat:
Sabores del Sur, coffee shop and home-made cakes in Camposol
Where to Eat:
La Almazara Restaurant Torre Pacheco Murcia
Where to Eat:
Piccolo restaurant, vast international menu in Camposol
Where to Eat:
Tennis Club Restaurant Totana
Books wanted for MABS Murcia Mar Menor
Books wanted for MABS Murcia Mar Menor

Stocks are running low for the weekly fundraising booksale HAVE YOU READ ALL YOUR BOOKS? Due to high demand over the summer months our stock of books in our shop and at our Saturday morning..

Mazarrón Bay Bridge Club offers beginners and refreshers sessions
Mazarrón Bay Bridge Club offers beginners and refreshers sessions

Autumn Sale – Last few seats available No, not EasyJet or even Ryanair, but Mazarrón Bay Bridge Club (MBBC). There are a few places left on the ´Beginning / Refreshing..

Scuba Murcia PADI dive centre based in La Manga
Totana offers comprehensive programme of adult and youth educational courses
The programme “La Cárcel-Formación”, offers..
Every Saturday: Expat community activities across the region
Every Saturday: Expat community activities across the region
Regular Community events across the Murcia Region There are..
Every Friday: Expat community activities across the region
Every Friday: Expat community activities across the region
Regular Community events across the Murcia Region There are..
Sunday 24th September MABS Party in the park 2017 in Roda
Sunday 24th September MABS Party in the park 2017 in Roda
MABS PARTY IN THE PARK 2017 Donandrsquo;t miss this!! It only..
Every Sunday: Expat community activities across the region
Every Sunday: Expat community activities across the region
Regular Community events across the Murcia Region There are..
Every Monday: Expat community activities across the region
Every Monday: Expat community activities across the region
Regular Community events across the Murcia Region There are..
Murcia Community:
Every Monday: Expat community activities across the region
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26th September MABS Cancer support group Mazarron meeting
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Every Tuesday: Expat community activities across the region
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Every Wednesday: learn to line dance on Camposol
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Every Wednesday: Expat community activities across the region






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Murcia City
Monteagudo visitors centre and archaeological museum
Monteagudo visitors centre and archaeological museum

Monteagudo has been home to numerous civilizations over the last 4,000 years The San Cayetano Visitors Centre in Monteagudo is located below one of the most instantly recognizable monuments in..

Murcia traditions : All Saints and All Souls, 1st and 2nd November
Murcia traditions : All Saints and All Souls, 1st and 2nd November..
Centro de Visitantes La Luz Murcia
Centro de Visitantes La Luz Murcia
Cartagena
Huge stock clearance until 26th September at Leroy Merlin Cartagena
Huge stock clearance until 26th September at Leroy Merlin Cartagena

Make big savings on hundreds of home, garden and DIY products. Leroy Merlin Cartagena are getting ready for the release of their new autumn collections, so are holding a huge stock clearance event..

Weekly Markets Cartagena and La Union
Weekly Markets Cartagena and La Union
Cabo de Palos, visiting the lighthouse and marina area, a great ride out for bikers.
Cabo de Palos, visiting the lighthouse and marina area, a great ride..
La Manga Club
Get free nights when you reserve a half term holiday at La Manga Club
Get free nights when you reserve a half term holiday at La Manga Club

 Free nights and much more at La Manga Club Reserve your Half Term Holiday now at Príncipe Felipe 5* Hotel or Las..

La Manga Club serves up pre-Christmas golf with all the trimmings
La Manga Club serves up pre-Christmas golf with all the trimmings
Book your holiday now and get a free night at La Manga Club
Book your holiday now and get a free night at La Manga Club
Alhama de Murcia
17th December Alhama de Murcia offers a FREE theatrical tour of the town
17th December Alhama de Murcia offers a FREE theatrical tour of the town

Alhama de Murcia also offers an all year round free Audioguide in English Alhama de Murcia is located at the foot of the Sierra Espuña and has a long and interesting history, with an intimate..

16th December ENGLISH LANGUAGE guided visit to Alhama de Murcia castle
16th December ENGLISH LANGUAGE guided visit to Alhama de Murcia castle..
9th December guided tour of Alhama de Murcia Castle
9th December guided tour of Alhama de Murcia Castle
Águilas
Molino Sagrera windmill and viewing point in Águilas
Molino Sagrera windmill and viewing point in Águilas

The restored windmill in Águilas is part of a tour through the old fishermen’s quarter The Molino Sagrera is a restored windmill in the heart of the old town of Águilas..

Railway and bus stations in Águilas
Railway and bus stations in Águilas
The CIMAR museum and aquarium in Águilas
The CIMAR museum and aquarium in Águilas
Los Alcázares
13th to 15th October Surfari 2017 in Los Alcázares
13th to 15th October Surfari 2017 in Los Alcázares

The 20th annual Surfari Mar Menor event for windsurfing, kitesurfing and stand-up paddle Each year the Mar Menor hosts Surfari, bringing together windsurf and paddle surf enthusiasts to enjoy two..

6th and 7th October Los Alcázares talent show: Olé tu Arte
6th and 7th October Los Alcázares talent show: Olé tu Arte
1st October Mar Menor Endurance swim in Los Alcázares
1st October Mar Menor Endurance swim in Los Alcázares
Mazarrón
The Via Verde de Mazarrón greenway
The Via Verde de Mazarrón greenway

The 14-kilometre Vía Verde welcomes walkers and cyclists between Mazarrón and La Pinilla When it was decided in the early 20th century that a railway should be built linking Mazarr..

Introduction to Mazarrón beaches
Introduction to Mazarrón beaches
Mazarron Tourist Office
Mazarron Tourist Office
San Pedro del Pinatar
1st October Correlimos 13.4 in the regional park of San Pedro del Pinatar
1st October Correlimos 13.4 in the regional park of San Pedro del Pinatar

There are races over a distance of 7.6 and 13.4 kilometres as well as several classes for children The annual Correlimos 13.4 race reaches its fifth edition in the regional park of San Pedro del Pinatar..

24th September free guided walking route through the salinas natural park in San Pedro del Pinatar
24th September free guided walking route through the salinas natural..
Controversy over San Pedro del Pinatar beach by-laws proved a damp squib this summer
Controversy over San Pedro del Pinatar beach by-laws proved a damp..