Organ pipes, balustrades stolen in SA church break-in

South Australia Police are investigating a recent alleged break-in at a former church in Adelaide's eastern suburbs, during which distinctive organ pipes and balustrades were stolen. The incident is believed to have occurred between Friday, May 22, and Monday, May 25, at St Aidan’s Anglican Church in Marden.

Authorities reported that significant damage was caused to the heritage-listed building, including to its organ. The church was sold in September 2025 for over $3 million. Police are appealing to the public for any information regarding suspicious activity in the vicinity of the church during the period of the alleged theft.

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Significant damage was caused to the building, including to a heritage-listed organ.

This incident comes just days after police announced they were investigating a separate alleged theft of a bronze statue. The statue was reportedly stolen from a fountain in the car park of the Walkerville Council Chambers in the early hours of Friday, May 22. CCTV footage captured an individual pushing a wheelbarrow covered with a tarp, believed to be involved in the statue's removal. The suspect was seen wearing a high-visibility orange hoodie and black trackpants.

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Distinctive organ pipes and balustrading were stolen.