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Murcia leads Spain as resale property prices rise by 23%New data shows Murcia leading the national housing market, outpacing all other regions in year-on-year price growth According to new data released by Spanish property portal idealista, the price of resale properties in Spain rose by 16.9% year-.. 06/05/2026

€8.5 million housing development approved near Cartagena Port187 homes are planned in the Santa Lucía area of Cartagena and are part of a major investment, which includes the waterfront and public services The Cartagena Council has approved plans for a major new residential development in Santa Luc.. 06/05/2026

Environmental groups raise the alarm over growing plastic pollution on Mar Menor beachesThe environmental group Pacto por el Mar Menor raised concerns about agricultural plastic especially and its impact on marine life in the lagoon Pacto por el Mar Menor is an environmental platform run by residents, scientists and campaigners.. 04/05/2026

Sinkhole prompts emergency works on El Portús seafront to stop erosion and protect homesFollowing storm damage, erosion at El Portús has continued to worsen, leading to a sinkhole and prompting emergency works along the seafront The local council in Cartagena is moving forward with emergency repairs in El Portús, where.. 01/05/2026

Valle de Ricote and Moratalla in full bloom with orange blossom and lavenderLocal town halls organise hikes, workshops, and food events to help people make the most of this special time of year Many people think of Murcia when it's time to plan their summer holidays. And it's easy to understand why the climate.. 29/04/2026

Clean-up begins on Murcia's long-neglected municipal plotsNearly €300,000 will be invested to clear rubbish, cut back weeds and improve neglected plots for the communities around them Murcia is one of Spain's most beautiful regions. Often called the garden of Spain, it is known for its green.. 29/04/2026

New property development and a redesigned golf course at Corvera HillsJust Murcia Property introduces new villas and apartments in a great location near Murcia International Airport The new residential development, Corvera Hills Residences, is progressing along nicely as they move into its latest construction.. 28/04/2026

Princess Leonor surprises onlookers at local regatta before taking to the skies over San JavierThe heir to the Spanish throne took part in a regatta in Santiago de la Ribera before continuing her pilot training at the General Air and Space Academy Princess Leonor has been spotted around San Javier and the Mar Menor area a few times now since.. 28/04/2026

Murcia to spend €1 million buying land to safeguard the Mar MenorThe Region of Murcia government is focusing on plots of land that can act as natural filters around the lagoon The regional government of Murcia has announced plans to spend €1 million this year buying up land around the Mar Menor in the latest.. 23/04/2026

La Manga businesses demand urgent shake-up of beach rules and tighter jet ski controlsWith summer just around the corner, businesses want to see an end to the '50-metre rule' and a much firmer hand with jet skis in the Mar Menor Business owners in La Manga are calling for an urgent rethink of beach rules, warning that.. 22/04/2026

Mar Menor balnearios remain closed for repairs but expected to reopen for summerThe platforms were closed earlier this year after routine inspections picked up clear signs of wear and tear that made them dangerous to use The pantalanes or balnearios, which can be translated as floating walkways or bathing platforms, that are.. 16/04/2026

Spainfully Honest: Behind the podcast for people living in or moving to SpainTwo Murcia-based expats host this podcast that is gaining attention for its honest and balanced conversations about life in Spain A new podcast, Spainfully Honest, hosted by two long-time residents, Catherine and Paul, is gaining a loyal following.. 03/04/2026

Protect your wishes and assets in Spain with a power of attorney and an advance directiveHow to make sure your decisions are respected and your finances are protected in Spain In Spain, your loved ones don't automatically have the right to manage your finances if you lose mental capacity. Without a properly appointed Power of Attorney.. 01/04/2026

The eclipse is coming: August 12, 2026 will change the sky over MurciaAstronomy Tours are organising boat trips to watch the rare celestial event from the Mediterranean There are moments when the sky stops being background decoration and becomes the main event. August 12, 2026 is one of those moments.   On.. 05/02/2026