Mayors unite for waste levy change
Seven Queensland mayors have united in their plea to the State Government to reconsider its plan to implement waste levy charges beginning in the...
LifeFlight winches man from ocean in multi-agency rescue
The LifeFlight Bundaberg-based aeromedical crew on Thursday 12 June winched a man to safety after he became unwell onboard a stranded yacht.
Another sailor on...
Favourable celebrations for local coffee spot
From day one, Favours Coffee owner Kyle Myers goal was to create a community-based café that gives back to Bundaberg.
Now three years later, Kyle...
Childers Arts Space to mark Palace anniversary
A quiet reflection space and remembrance wall within Childers Arts Space will mark the 25th Anniversary of the Palace Backpackers fire.
Childers Arts Space...
Kalkie State School has clear vision with local support
The Kalkie State School Reef Guardian program was grateful to receive a donation from Rotary Club of Bundaberg Sunrise, allowing them to purchase camera,...
Shift in public perception helps Bundaberg project stand out at awards
The Australian Institute of Landscape Architects (AILA) Queensland Awards have been announced at a gala event held at inner-city Brisbane’s Blackbird on Thursday 12...
Local young trade talent to compete at the nation’s biggest skills show
Bundaberg resident and TAFE Queensland turning apprentice Travis Kerr is taking on Australia’s top young trade talent in the 2025 WorldSkills Australia National Champions...
Vigils allow community to honour Pheobe
With the call “may you always be wild and free”, the community came together for two community candlelight vigils held in memory of 17-year-old...
Weather doesn’t hold back those who love a good fish
Inshore/Offshore
This week has again presented some nice South Westerly winds and although they have been strong throughout the day, the early mornings have been...
Proud moment for Marine Rescue Queensland Bundaberg unit
It was an opportunity to honour local heroes on Saturday 7 June when 60 local marine rescue volunteers received citations at a special ceremony...
Business interruption insurance
I spent some time with some insurance brokers recently to ask them about business interruption insurance – here is what they told me.
What Is...
2025 Childers Festival brings popular and new events to town
Colour, culture, food, music and plenty of fun is on the agenda for July when the 2025 Childers Festival kicks off in the region....
Athletics club seeks new junior competitors
As summer sports wrap up and winter sports commence their seasons, Bargara Little Athletics are inviting local school students to give track and field...
