RODA GOLF RESORT, LOCAL NEWS

Want to save on petrol? Here’s the best day and time to fill up in SpainA new Spain-wide study reveals when prices rise and fall and how to make every litre go further Nobody likes wasting money and two of the biggest expenses we all try to cut back on are food shopping and filling up the car. While prices at the pump.. 13/11/2025

Orange alert for rain and calima: Murcia weekend weather forecast November 13-16Expect grey skies, rainy showers, and coastal gusts The Region of Murcia is set for a changeable spell of weather from Thursday through Sunday, with the arrival of Storm Claudia influencing conditions. Expect a mix of partly cloudy to overcast skies.. 13/11/2025

If you have a cleaner for your house in Spain, you need to complete a risk assessment this weekThe new rules for domestic workers come into effect across Spain this Friday November 14, and there are big fines for non-compliance In September last year, Spain approved new legislation aimed at guaranteeing that domestic workers are protected against.. 13/11/2025

Nearly half of young doctors in Murcia face severe burnout amid heavy workloadsNew study reveals exhaustion, sleep loss, substance use, and calls for urgent reform to protect healthcare professionals and patient safety 43% of young doctors in the Region of Murcia say they feel completely burned out, facing emotional exhaustion.. 13/11/2025

No, the solar storm in Europe will barely affect internet and phones in Spain, say expertsIn Spain, the effects of the solar storm will be short-lived and so mild most people won’t even notice Before you start thinking Spain is in for another nationwide blackout that will wipe out the internet and send people into a tailspin: don.. 13/11/2025

Foreigners drive Spain's biggest population boom in historySpain is now home to more than 49.4 million people and almost 20% of them were born somewhere else Spain’s population has reached a record-breaking 49,442,844 people after growing by 105,488 in the third quarter of 2025. The figures, released.. 12/11/2025

Brace yourself for the booms: Supersonic flights return to Lorca skiesResidents warned of possible noise as Tactical Leadership Programme runs supersonic exercises from November 17 to 27 If you live in or near Murcia, southern Alicante and eastern Almería, you might want to keep your windows shut next week because.. 12/11/2025

Donaldson triumphs at La Manga Club in thrilling finale to Champions (UK) plc European Senior Masters, in association with Equals MoneyFour days of world-class golf, celebrity guests and record-breaking support mark a new high for Murcia’s premier sporting event   The Champions (UK) plc European Senior Masters, in association with Equals Money, once again brought La Manga.. 12/11/2025

The Taurids meteor shower arrives in Spain: The night you can see fireballs in the skyThis incredible meteor show will peak in the skies over Spain on Tuesday November 11 The Taurids, one of the most anticipated meteor showers of autumn, reach their peak tonight, Tuesday November 11, and will be visible from all over Spain, weather.. 11/11/2025

Four-legged friends bringing hope: Therapy dogs transform lives for families with rare diseasesFamilies in Murcia welcome their new canine companions thanks to a unique project making real changes for children and adults without treatment When most people think of therapy, they picture hospital wards or quiet counselling rooms. But for five families.. 11/11/2025

Los Alcázares launches new year-round tourism strategyThe first campaign begins on November 14 with the start of the Gastromar fair in Los Alcázares The Town Hall of Los Alcázares is continuing its efforts to de-seasonalize tourism in the municipality through a new Tourism Strategy which has.. 11/11/2025

Bird flu sends Spanish egg prices through the roofSpain has now locked down all poultry farms as 14 new outbreaks detected across six regions Eggs have become eye-wateringly expensive across Spain seemingly overnight as avian influenza (H5N1), more commonly known as bird flu, has gripped the globe.. 11/11/2025

Eleven smart tax moves to make in Spain before New Year that could save you thousandsAct now or miss out on legitimate ways to reduce your 2026 Spanish tax bill The 2026 tax season might feel like a distant worry, but savvy taxpayers know that the final weeks of 2025 are prime time for financial housekeeping. The clever folk at economic.. 10/11/2025

Black Friday 2025 in Spain: When do the discounts start at H&M, Mango, El Corte Inglés and other major brands?Black Friday is a tradition born in the US and the last Friday of November is now one of the biggest shopping days of the year in Spain Black Friday has come a long way from its American roots. What started as a post-Thanksgiving shopping frenzy in.. 10/11/2025

The 2025 Christmas Lottery: Who's barred from playing and how not to lose it all if you winWith the season fast approaching, here’s a reminder of who can’t join in the fun - and some handy advice for those dreaming of striking it lucky It might still be early November, but Christmas is already starting to peek around the corner.. 10/11/2025

Murcia takes emergency action as Spain faces unprecedented bird flu crisisEleven Murcia municipalities have been ordered to lock down poultry amid fears of devastating bird flu epidemic Last week, the Ministry of Agriculture ordered that poultry across the country be confined indoors from November 10 as Spain braces for.. 10/11/2025

New niño on the block: Action supermarkets sweep Spain to rival the big brandsThe bargain Dutch brand is threatening the crowns of Mercadona, Lidl and Aldi with low, low prices It seems there’s no stopping Action, the latest discount superstore aiming for Spanish domination. The Dutch chain first arrived in Spain in 2022.. 07/11/2025

Spain orders poultry lockdown as bird flu cases surgeOutdoor farming has been banned across most of Spain from November 10 Spain has banned outdoor poultry farming across nearly the entire country in response to a sharp rise in avian flu cases among wild birds. The new restrictions, announced by the.. 07/11/2025

Healthy food off the menu for more than a third of shoppers in MurciaWith 37.2% forced to make grocery cut-backs, consumers in Spain are struggling to buy quality products While certain kitchen staples like olive oil have come down in price this year, many more common cooking ingredients just keep flying up. With Spanish.. 07/11/2025

Obesity costs Spain €130 billion a year, but losing just 5-10% of weight could save billionsExperts also warn early eating disorders surge in children as young as five, sparking concern Obesity is costing Spain a staggering €130 billion annually, equivalent to 8% of the country’s GDP and nearly half of its state pension budget, according.. 07/11/2025