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Growth in Wide Bay’s police numbers

The Wide Bay Burnett has recorded a significant lift in frontline policing in less than 18 months, with 78 new officers deployed to the...

Bundy Rescue 3 welcomed to Marine Rescue Bundaberg fleet

Given that Marine Rescue Bundaberg’s area of responsibility is from Baffle Creek in the north, to the Burrum River in the south, a total...

Woodgate ready to bring on the Easter Fair fun

Woodgate is definitely the place to be on Monday 6 April for the annual Easter @ Woodgate Fair. Woodgate Community Events secretary/treasurer John Trevor said...

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Sport

Clinton cruises through

Clinton reached seventh heaven in the men’s Kappa Queensland Cup to advance to the next round. The Green Machine hosted Wide Bay’s SC Corinthians last...

Horlock is the difference

Bundaberg’s winless start to the Queensland State League 2 basketball season continued last weekend. The Bulls produced their best showing of the 2026 campaign so...

First loss of the season for Bears

Bundaberg experienced its first loss of the Queensland State League 2 women’s basketball season last weekend. The Bears ended up on the wrong side of...

Tracy’s terrific return to racing

Tracy Trigg has focused her attention on breeding and rearing chasers more so in recent times, but she returned to the training ranks in...

Bulls close out season with defeats

Wide Bay's under-17 Harvey Norman Cup and Cyril Connell Cup campaigns came to a difficult close at Richardson Park in Goodna last weekend. Both the...

Hamilton makes International T20 debut in St Vincent

The good times continue to roll for Lucy Hamilton. The Bundaberg cricket talent made her international Twenty20 debut for Australia in Game 3 of the...

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Entertainment

Suellen Cusack celebrates a timeless icon

Suellen Cusack brings a classic radiance that feels instantly at home on any stage, yet it’s her grounded nature, warmth, and unmistakable voice that...

Excitement for Miss Lee

With a sound that can be described as warm, expressive and versatile, Miss Lee is set to wow audiences at this year’s Ability Dance...

Community Events Board

FEBRUARY Friday 27 February Orange Sky Laundry – Women Only Space Held from 10am to midday at Angel’s Mini Mart at 66 Targo Street, Bundaberg...

Sydney Hotshots

Audiences are being encouraged to get ready for The Ultimate Girls Night Out with Sydney’s sexiest six packs turning up the heat for one...

Community Events Billboard

FEBRUARY Friday 13 February Orange Sky Laundry – Women Only Space Held from 10am to midday at Angel’s Mini Mart at 66 Targo Street, Bundaberg...

Return of Sacred Earth

After last year’s sell-out concert and such a warm welcome from Bundaberg audiences, Sacred Earth Music are returning to the region on Saturday 14...

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New executive committee welcomes to Childers Chamber of Commerce

The AGM for the Childers Chamber of Commerce was held at West Street Hall on 18 March and was well attended by 20 members...

Sowing seeds of learning at Kolan South State School

For a little country school, Kolan South State School really knows how to come together to share in learning and fun for not only...

Time to rediscover Kirra

There’s something about Kirra, from the pristine open beach to the laidback community vibe to the latest restaurant openings - it’s a popular seaside...

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Cha Cha in for Easter joy

Australian shoppers are facing higher prices on chocolate in the lead up to Easter with reports of noticeable increases across shelves. RMIT Australia professor...

Oliver and Charlotte retain top spot as most popular baby names

Queensland’s top baby names for 2025 have been revealed with Oliver and Charlotte retaining their crown as the most popular baby names for boys...

Region Golf Report

BARGARA GOLF CLUB BARGARA MEN Thursday 19 March Competition: Stableford Players: 152 Winners A Grade: Darren Faulkner (Maryborough Golf Club) 40pts B Grade: Brian Drinkwater 37pts c/b C Grade: Danny Jamieson 38pts Rundown:...

CS Energy chief executive resigns

CS Energy's chief executive officer Brian Gillespie has tendered his resignation after nine months in the role. Mr Gillespie was appointed to the role in...

Small but mighty Woodgate group ready for Mother’s Day Classic

Organisers of the 2026 Mother’s Day Classic (MDC) are encouraging Australians to mark their calendars for Sunday, 10 May, as the iconic event celebrates...

St John’s welcomes prep students

Starting Prep is a significant milestone for children and families, and at St John’s Lutheran Primary School this journey begins in a community where...