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Qld Police ID stolen, found in recent raid

A QPS spokeperson said investigations are ongoing in relation to the matter when the item was located during a search warrant as part of Operation Victor Median. 

Qld Police ID stolen, found in recent raid

A QPS spokeperson said investigations are ongoing in relation to the matter when the item was located during a search warrant as part of Operation Victor Median. 

02:06

21 Sep 23

Dingoes have higher mutations than wolves, domestic dog breeds

Dingoes have more harmful mutations than inbred dog breeds, according to new research from the University of the Sunshine Coast.

Dingoes have higher mutations than wolves, domestic dog breeds

Dingoes have more harmful mutations than inbred dog breeds, according to new research from the University of the Sunshine Coast.

02:09

21 Sep 23

Offenders get hold of Qld Police identification

Wide Bay police have concerns after a stolen police ID was located in a search last week.

Offenders get hold of Qld Police identification

Wide Bay police have concerns after a stolen police ID was located in a search last week.

02:09

20 Sep 23

Outlaw bikie gangs latest targets in police sting

It includes two people who have been charged following a raid in Maryborough.

Outlaw bikie gangs latest targets in police sting

It includes two people who have been charged following a raid in Maryborough.

02:06

20 Sep 23

Human remains found near Burnett creek

Investigations are ongoing to establish the identity of the deceased and the circumstances of their death. 

Human remains found near Burnett creek

Investigations are ongoing to establish the identity of the deceased and the circumstances of their death. 

02:06

19 Sep 23

Locals seek advice from 'bushfire consultants'

Danielle Steele from Bushfire Assessment Queensland says many Wide Bay residents are concerned about their property.

Locals seek advice from 'bushfire consultants'

Danielle Steele from Bushfire Assessment Queensland says many Wide Bay residents are concerned about their property.

02:10

19 Sep 23

Two people missing in bushland after crash

An air and foot search through thick bushland on the Fraser Coast has failed to find two people, believed to be involved in a stolen car related crash.

Two people missing in bushland after crash

An air and foot search through thick bushland on the Fraser Coast has failed to find two people, believed to be involved in a stolen car related crash.

02:10

18 Sep 23

2024 elections: LNP announces Bundaberg candidate

Opposition leader David Crisafulli has announced Bundaberg's LNP candidate for next year's election.

2024 elections: LNP announces Bundaberg candidate

Opposition leader David Crisafulli has announced Bundaberg's LNP candidate for next year's election.

02:11

18 Sep 23

Food is "no issue" for dingoes on K'gari

Sailfish on Fraser Manager Kevin Hockey says a string of negative human interactions have been blamed on hungry animals.

Food is "no issue" for dingoes on K'gari

Sailfish on Fraser Manager Kevin Hockey says a string of negative human interactions have been blamed on hungry animals.

02:10

17 Sep 23

Police out in force for Operation Spring Break

he Queensland school holidays get underway this afternoon and police will be patrolling our roads to make sure people get to their destination safely.

Police out in force for Operation Spring Break

he Queensland school holidays get underway this afternoon and police will be patrolling our roads to make sure people get to their destination safely.

02:07

15 Sep 23

Queensland doctor's will not be subject to payroll taxes

While the RACGP has welcomed to move to keep care affordable, it wants more details

Queensland doctor's will not be subject to payroll taxes

While the RACGP has welcomed to move to keep care affordable, it wants more details

02:07

14 Sep 23

Bundaberg council say hands are tied over Woodgate Shoreline Erosion Management Plan project.

In a statement councillor Bill Trevor says they've received approval for the works 17 days out from the beginning of turtle season which means works will need to be postponed until May next year.

Bundaberg council say hands are tied over Woodgate Shoreline Erosion Management Plan project.

In a statement councillor Bill Trevor says they've received approval for the works 17 days out from the beginning of turtle season which means works will need to be postponed until May next year.

02:08

14 Sep 23

Major announcement to be made for Woodgate

Environment Minister Leanne Linard says the state government will announce their decision about a sea wall for Woodgate within the week. 

Major announcement to be made for Woodgate

Environment Minister Leanne Linard says the state government will announce their decision about a sea wall for Woodgate within the week. 

02:05

14 Sep 23

Bundaberg business raided, drugs seized

A search warrant was executed on Bourbong Street, where police seized a quantity of drugs.

Bundaberg business raided, drugs seized

A search warrant was executed on Bourbong Street, where police seized a quantity of drugs.

02:09

13 Sep 23

Flooding leads to Queensland drowning death dropping to pre-covid levels

Royal Surf Lifesaving Queensland says to many people are drowning in regional rivers.

Flooding leads to Queensland drowning death dropping to pre-covid levels

Royal Surf Lifesaving Queensland says to many people are drowning in regional rivers.

02:08

13 Sep 23

RTI finds Bunaberg council spent almost $3M on property.

The RTI was requested by the local Ratepayers Association, which claimed the decision to buy the properties was not made by elected councillors.

RTI finds Bunaberg council spent almost $3M on property.

The RTI was requested by the local Ratepayers Association, which claimed the decision to buy the properties was not made by elected councillors.

02:07

12 Sep 23

Police believe Bundaberg fires were deliberately lit

Anyone with information about the Connarr and Norville fires are urged to come forawrd

Police believe Bundaberg fires were deliberately lit

Anyone with information about the Connarr and Norville fires are urged to come forawrd

02:07

12 Sep 23

Fires continue to burn across Bundaberg region

Smoke is still affecting Norville while a stay informed is still current for residents of Kinkuna

Fires continue to burn across Bundaberg region

Smoke is still affecting Norville while a stay informed is still current for residents of Kinkuna

02:07

12 Sep 23

K'gari dingo euthanised after attack

The Department of Environment and Science say the dingo demonstrated increasingly significant high-risk behaviours since it was tagged in January.

K'gari dingo euthanised after attack

The Department of Environment and Science say the dingo demonstrated increasingly significant high-risk behaviours since it was tagged in January.

02:07

11 Sep 23

Bundaberg Council clarifies costs of waste management

It was reported green bins would cost Bundy ratepayers $467 per year but that figure is actually the total cost of all three bins per ratepayer, per year.

Bundaberg Council clarifies costs of waste management

It was reported green bins would cost Bundy ratepayers $467 per year but that figure is actually the total cost of all three bins per ratepayer, per year.

02:07

11 Sep 23

Fire warning for Coonarr Residents

A fire in burning in the Burrum Coast National Park moving towards Palm Beach Road.

Fire warning for Coonarr Residents

A fire in burning in the Burrum Coast National Park moving towards Palm Beach Road.

02:07

11 Sep 23

Queensland tour company appeals fine following drowning deaths

Huckleberry Australia is disputing that it was solely culpable after two Japanese students drowned on K'gari in 2019.

Queensland tour company appeals fine following drowning deaths

Huckleberry Australia is disputing that it was solely culpable after two Japanese students drowned on K'gari in 2019.

02:07

10 Sep 23

Maaroom house destroyed in fire

No injures were reported as investigations continue.

Maaroom house destroyed in fire

No injures were reported as investigations continue.

02:08

10 Sep 23

Not for profits receive more than $600k through Gambling Community Benefit.

Recipients include Bundaberg and District Meals on Wheels, who will spend $11k  on a kitchen extension.

Not for profits receive more than $600k through Gambling Community Benefit.

Recipients include Bundaberg and District Meals on Wheels, who will spend $11k  on a kitchen extension.

02:07

8 Sep 23

Former cop questions why a victims of crime advisory group isn't being legislated

Bond Uni's Dr Terry Goldsworthy says it's a reasonable step forward but wants to know what happens next? 

Former cop questions why a victims of crime advisory group isn't being legislated

Bond Uni's Dr Terry Goldsworthy says it's a reasonable step forward but wants to know what happens next? 

02:07

7 Sep 23

Bundaberg house prices rise 1.56% last quarter

REIQ says housing demand remains strong, but things are stabilising 

Bundaberg house prices rise 1.56% last quarter

REIQ says housing demand remains strong, but things are stabilising 

02:09

7 Sep 23

Local business will double their charity donations

Childers Fine Foods will double their charity donations quarterly, after recently beginning shipments to the United States.

Local business will double their charity donations

Childers Fine Foods will double their charity donations quarterly, after recently beginning shipments to the United States.

02:07

7 Sep 23

New Fraser Coast Councillor sworn in

Council considered 26 applicants at a special meeting held yesterday before voting in a secret ballot.

New Fraser Coast Councillor sworn in

Council considered 26 applicants at a special meeting held yesterday before voting in a secret ballot.

02:08

6 Sep 23

Regional Queensland experiences warmest winter on record

Now, we're told to expect a warmer than usual Spring.

Regional Queensland experiences warmest winter on record

Now, we're told to expect a warmer than usual Spring.

02:10

6 Sep 23

Stolen car crimes skyrocket across Bundaberg, Fraser Coast

The number of stolen cars in the Wide Bay climbed 56 per cent in the first seven months of this year.

Stolen car crimes skyrocket across Bundaberg, Fraser Coast

The number of stolen cars in the Wide Bay climbed 56 per cent in the first seven months of this year.

02:12

6 Sep 23

Tributes to people killed in Wieambilla shooting memorialised

Tributes to the three people killed in a shooting at Wieambilla last year have been memorialised in a book produced by the Australian Red Cross.

Tributes to people killed in Wieambilla shooting memorialised

Tributes to the three people killed in a shooting at Wieambilla last year have been memorialised in a book produced by the Australian Red Cross.

02:08

5 Sep 23

Wide Bay residents' old phones could help save lives

Phones will be able to provide domestic violence survivors with a way to stay connected without risking malicious software.

Wide Bay residents' old phones could help save lives

Phones will be able to provide domestic violence survivors with a way to stay connected without risking malicious software.

02:05

4 Sep 23

Fraser Coast considers third wheelie bin at cost to ratepayer

Council want you to fill out a survey on their website as part of community consultation for green waste. 

Fraser Coast considers third wheelie bin at cost to ratepayer

Council want you to fill out a survey on their website as part of community consultation for green waste. 

02:10

4 Sep 23

Teenage boys dies in Fraser Coast crash

A teenage boy has died after a single vehicle crash near Maryborough on Saturday. 

Teenage boys dies in Fraser Coast crash

A teenage boy has died after a single vehicle crash near Maryborough on Saturday. 

02:07

3 Sep 23

Maryborough prisoner declared dead after being found nonresponsive.

Queensland Corrective Services says initial advice is that the man died from natural causes.

Maryborough prisoner declared dead after being found nonresponsive.

Queensland Corrective Services says initial advice is that the man died from natural causes.

02:07

31 Aug 23

Two men recruited to grow cannabis at an Isis Central farm face court

The pair along with other workers were paid $3000 a month to construct greenhouses.

Two men recruited to grow cannabis at an Isis Central farm face court

The pair along with other workers were paid $3000 a month to construct greenhouses.

03:37

31 Aug 23

Voters reminded to check electorate details are up to date ahead of referendum

More than 43,000 penalty infringement notices were issued following the 2020 Queensland election. 

Voters reminded to check electorate details are up to date ahead of referendum

More than 43,000 penalty infringement notices were issued following the 2020 Queensland election. 

02:07

31 Aug 23

Melanoma 50% more like in the Wide Bay

Cancer Council Queensland found people in Piabla and Cragnish were as much as 69 percent more like to receive a diagnosis compared to the rest of the country

Melanoma 50% more like in the Wide Bay

Cancer Council Queensland found people in Piabla and Cragnish were as much as 69 percent more like to receive a diagnosis compared to the rest of the country

02:07

30 Aug 23

Staff at a Bundaberg school have been urged to look out for "ESHAYS"

Staff were told to report any violent or criminal behaviour to police.

Staff at a Bundaberg school have been urged to look out for "ESHAYS"

Staff were told to report any violent or criminal behaviour to police.

02:07

30 Aug 23

Bushfire continues to burn near Doughboy

Residents are urged to stay across warnings through the QFES bushfire and warnings page.

Bushfire continues to burn near Doughboy

Residents are urged to stay across warnings through the QFES bushfire and warnings page.

02:07

29 Aug 23

Veteran fire fighter will not be punished for blue card discrepancy

Member for Burnett Stephen Bennett says blue cards for firies are part of new legislation, but it shouldn't be required.

Veteran fire fighter will not be punished for blue card discrepancy

Member for Burnett Stephen Bennett says blue cards for firies are part of new legislation, but it shouldn't be required.

02:07

29 Aug 23

QPWS investigate K'gari dingo attack

A woman was nipped on the thigh, and circled by two wongari on Saturday.

QPWS investigate K'gari dingo attack

A woman was nipped on the thigh, and circled by two wongari on Saturday.

02:07

28 Aug 23

Fraser Coast councillor to be suspended

Local Government Minister Steven Miles will decide when a one-month suspension will go ahead for Councillor James Hansen after being found guilty of misconduct. 

Fraser Coast councillor to be suspended

Local Government Minister Steven Miles will decide when a one-month suspension will go ahead for Councillor James Hansen after being found guilty of misconduct. 

03:37

28 Aug 23

Teenager hospitalised after goanna bite on K'gari

The 19-year-old had to be transport of the island and to Harvey Bay Hospital suffering a deep laceration.

Teenager hospitalised after goanna bite on K'gari

The 19-year-old had to be transport of the island and to Harvey Bay Hospital suffering a deep laceration.

02:08

28 Aug 23

State funding to help combat social isolation on the Fraser Coast

The Hervey Bay Neighbourhood Centre has received more than half a million dollars in state funding for it's Connecting Communities Program.

State funding to help combat social isolation on the Fraser Coast

The Hervey Bay Neighbourhood Centre has received more than half a million dollars in state funding for it's Connecting Communities Program.

02:08

27 Aug 23

Search continues for man missing in Hervey Bay

1-year-old Robert James Bell who was last seen at a caravan park at Kawungan on Wednesday August 16.

Search continues for man missing in Hervey Bay

1-year-old Robert James Bell who was last seen at a caravan park at Kawungan on Wednesday August 16.

03:37

27 Aug 23

Dingoes "genetically healthy" on K'gari

A two-year scientific study of dingoes on K’gari has found they are genetically healthy despite their small population.

Dingoes "genetically healthy" on K'gari

A two-year scientific study of dingoes on K’gari has found they are genetically healthy despite their small population.

02:07

25 Aug 23

More smoke free areas for Wide Bay region

Health authorities want to reduce the smoking rate in the Wide Bay, with more than 10 per cent of adults smoking daily. 

More smoke free areas for Wide Bay region

Health authorities want to reduce the smoking rate in the Wide Bay, with more than 10 per cent of adults smoking daily. 

03:35

24 Aug 23

Teen boys charged with 140 offences

Four teen boys have been charged with multiple crimes following a spike in the Wide Bay Burnett's crime rate last month.

Teen boys charged with 140 offences

Four teen boys have been charged with multiple crimes following a spike in the Wide Bay Burnett's crime rate last month.

03:40

24 Aug 23

Woman dies in highway crash

A Bundaberg woman has died in a crash at Monto. 

Woman dies in highway crash

A Bundaberg woman has died in a crash at Monto. 

02:08

24 Aug 23

Bumper nomination numbers for Fraser Coast Council vacancy

30 people have put their name forward to fill a Councilor vacancy on Fraser Coast Regional Council.

Bumper nomination numbers for Fraser Coast Council vacancy

30 people have put their name forward to fill a Councilor vacancy on Fraser Coast Regional Council.

02:09

23 Aug 23

MP calls for buses to replace trains "urgently"

It comes after our tilt train services were replaced by Spirit of Queensland services coming from Cairns, with passengers claiming trains are running over three hours late.

MP calls for buses to replace trains "urgently"

It comes after our tilt train services were replaced by Spirit of Queensland services coming from Cairns, with passengers claiming trains are running over three hours late.

03:39

22 Aug 23

Cold mornings will continue for Wide Bay region

Meteorologist Livio Regano weighs in on these cold August temperatures. 

Cold mornings will continue for Wide Bay region

Meteorologist Livio Regano weighs in on these cold August temperatures. 

02:07

22 Aug 23

Alleged coward punch offender faces court

A 23-year-old man will appear in the Maryborough court today charged in relation to the death of a 43-year-old Tinana man.

Alleged coward punch offender faces court

A 23-year-old man will appear in the Maryborough court today charged in relation to the death of a 43-year-old Tinana man.

03:36

22 Aug 23

Man dies after assault on Fraser Coast

It's alleged at about 2:30am on August 19, an altercation between two men broke out on the intersection of Kent and Richmond Streets.

Man dies after assault on Fraser Coast

It's alleged at about 2:30am on August 19, an altercation between two men broke out on the intersection of Kent and Richmond Streets.

02:11

21 Aug 23

Fraser Coast man charged with assault

Police were called to an intersection at Maryborough at 2:30 on Saturday morning.

Fraser Coast man charged with assault

Police were called to an intersection at Maryborough at 2:30 on Saturday morning.

02:11

20 Aug 23

Big Bash League stars in Bundaberg this weekend

Hervey Bay boy and Hobart Hurricanes star Billy Stanlake will feature along Sydney Thunder player Gurinder Sandhu.

Big Bash League stars in Bundaberg this weekend

Hervey Bay boy and Hobart Hurricanes star Billy Stanlake will feature along Sydney Thunder player Gurinder Sandhu.

02:07

18 Aug 23

Critical care doctors complete first year on Bundaberg rescue helicopter

The crew have completed more than 189 missions

Critical care doctors complete first year on Bundaberg rescue helicopter

The crew have completed more than 189 missions

02:07

17 Aug 23

Brooweena residents angered over tip voucher scrapping

Fraser Coast Council said the decision was made public in a report released in June. 

Brooweena residents angered over tip voucher scrapping

Fraser Coast Council said the decision was made public in a report released in June. 

03:37

17 Aug 23

AFL Wide Bay set for blockbuster prelims this weekend

Bay Power and Bombers will go head-to-head in the Women's, while Across The Waves and Brothers Bulldogs battle it out in the men's. 

AFL Wide Bay set for blockbuster prelims this weekend

Bay Power and Bombers will go head-to-head in the Women's, while Across The Waves and Brothers Bulldogs battle it out in the men's. 

02:07

17 Aug 23

Morning alarm on lost phone is bothering Bundaberg police

The phone was located at the leisure centre in Lester Street, Norville on August 7. 

Morning alarm on lost phone is bothering Bundaberg police

The phone was located at the leisure centre in Lester Street, Norville on August 7. 

02:07

16 Aug 23

Mystery Box Rally raises over a million dollars for cancer research.

Drivers braved serious terrain throughout the country over five days, camping out and risking car break downs all to help those affected by cancer. 

Mystery Box Rally raises over a million dollars for cancer research.

Drivers braved serious terrain throughout the country over five days, camping out and risking car break downs all to help those affected by cancer. 

03:37

16 Aug 23

Professional basketball is making its way to Bundy with the N-B-L

The Brisbane Bullets will take on the Cairns Taipans at the Multiplex this month.

Professional basketball is making its way to Bundy with the N-B-L

The Brisbane Bullets will take on the Cairns Taipans at the Multiplex this month.

02:07

15 Aug 23

Barely crops are building a resistance to fungicides

Fungal resistance has also been found in wheat, barley and mungbean powdery mildew.

Barely crops are building a resistance to fungicides

Fungal resistance has also been found in wheat, barley and mungbean powdery mildew.

02:07

14 Aug 23

Bundaberg builder charged with drug and explosives charges

Dobson Homes owner Callum Dobson had his case mentioned in the Bundaberg Magistrates Court yesterday.

Bundaberg builder charged with drug and explosives charges

Dobson Homes owner Callum Dobson had his case mentioned in the Bundaberg Magistrates Court yesterday.

03:37

14 Aug 23

Wide Bay animal shelter calls for dog desexing laws

Seven healthy dogs were surrendered on one day last week. 

Wide Bay animal shelter calls for dog desexing laws

Seven healthy dogs were surrendered on one day last week. 

02:07

14 Aug 23

Search underway to find a 56 year old man missing in the North Burnette

Michael Denahy was last seen on Tuesday and may be travelling to Victoria in a Blue Ford Falcon.

Search underway to find a 56 year old man missing in the North Burnette

Michael Denahy was last seen on Tuesday and may be travelling to Victoria in a Blue Ford Falcon.

03:37

13 Aug 23

Man confirmed dead in Fraser Coast crash

It's believed a passing motorist found the man in his car on the Bruce Highway.

Man confirmed dead in Fraser Coast crash

It's believed a passing motorist found the man in his car on the Bruce Highway.

02:07

11 Aug 23

Collared dingo attacks two women on K'gari

The two separate incidents occurred at Eli Creek. 

Collared dingo attacks two women on K'gari

The two separate incidents occurred at Eli Creek. 

02:07

11 Aug 23

Locals urged to help dismantle drug rings in "everyday" businesses

Crimestoppers is currently touring the state informing residents about drug manufacturers, distributors and importers using everyday transport and infrastructure businesses to do their dirty work.

Locals urged to help dismantle drug rings in "everyday" businesses

Crimestoppers is currently touring the state informing residents about drug manufacturers, distributors and importers using everyday transport and infrastructure businesses to do their dirty work.

02:04

10 Aug 23

Free vet services for homeless, at-risk pets

Bundaberg's Sugarland Animal Hospital have partnered with Pets in the Park to help pets in need.

Free vet services for homeless, at-risk pets

Bundaberg's Sugarland Animal Hospital have partnered with Pets in the Park to help pets in need.

02:19

10 Aug 23

Police warn against sharing explicit images, videos

Wide Bay police are urging locals to to be mindful of online image-based abuse on social media. Image-based abuse is when someone shares, or threatens to share, an intimate video or image of a person without their consent.

Police warn against sharing explicit images, videos

Wide Bay police are urging locals to to be mindful of online image-based abuse on social media. Image-based abuse is when someone shares, or threatens to share, an intimate video or image of a person without their consent.

03:48

8 Aug 23

Wide Bay parents concerned over sedan "approaching children"

There's been a raft of reports from parents on social media alleging one or more people in a sedan has been approaching children, most recently at Bargara. 

Wide Bay parents concerned over sedan "approaching children"

There's been a raft of reports from parents on social media alleging one or more people in a sedan has been approaching children, most recently at Bargara. 

01:58

8 Aug 23

Emergency Department wait times are improving

Wide Bay emergency departments cared for an extra 1200 people in the June quarter, compared to the same period last year.

Emergency Department wait times are improving

Wide Bay emergency departments cared for an extra 1200 people in the June quarter, compared to the same period last year.

02:07

7 Aug 23

Police investigating fatal crash near Bundaberg

Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding a fatal single vehicle crash in Burnett Heads over the weekend. 

Police investigating fatal crash near Bundaberg

Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding a fatal single vehicle crash in Burnett Heads over the weekend. 

03:37

6 Aug 23

Bundaberg leading the "education revolution"

It follows the announcement that the city has been selected as a trail site for an education precinct.

Bundaberg leading the "education revolution"

It follows the announcement that the city has been selected as a trail site for an education precinct.

02:07

4 Aug 23

Another humback dead on K'gari beach

The calf washed up washed up yesterday north of Eurong near One Tree Rocks.

Another humback dead on K'gari beach

The calf washed up washed up yesterday north of Eurong near One Tree Rocks.

03:38

3 Aug 23

Torbanlea facility included in budget blowout

Transport Minister Mark Bailey has apologised after a 2-point-4-billion-dollar cost discrepancy in the States Train Manufacturing Program was deleted from a press release. 

Torbanlea facility included in budget blowout

Transport Minister Mark Bailey has apologised after a 2-point-4-billion-dollar cost discrepancy in the States Train Manufacturing Program was deleted from a press release. 

02:03

3 Aug 23

Bonza confident about Bundy to Gold Coast route

BONZA believes its new service connecting the Gold Coast to Bundy will be sustainable, despite cutting a number of flights.

Bonza confident about Bundy to Gold Coast route

BONZA believes its new service connecting the Gold Coast to Bundy will be sustainable, despite cutting a number of flights.

02:12

2 Aug 23

Multi-million dollar facility underway on Fraser Coast

The first sod has been turned on the Fraser Coast's materials recovery facility at the Maryborough Landfill site.

Multi-million dollar facility underway on Fraser Coast

The first sod has been turned on the Fraser Coast's materials recovery facility at the Maryborough Landfill site.

02:07

1 Aug 23

Changes to electoral divisions for Bundaberg and Fraser Coast

The electoral commission of Queensland has put out some maps for review by locals ahead of next year's election. 

Changes to electoral divisions for Bundaberg and Fraser Coast

The electoral commission of Queensland has put out some maps for review by locals ahead of next year's election. 

02:10

1 Aug 23

Crowd record beaten for Bundaberg NRL game

More than 5 thousand people packed out Salter Oval for the sold out blockbuster against the Dolphins at Bundy's Salter Oval.

Crowd record beaten for Bundaberg NRL game

More than 5 thousand people packed out Salter Oval for the sold out blockbuster against the Dolphins at Bundy's Salter Oval.

02:01

31 Jul 23

Will the Wide Bay's homeless be able to vote in the referendum?

Q SHELTER Executive Director Fiona Caniglia says there's a number of barriers to overcome.

Will the Wide Bay's homeless be able to vote in the referendum?

Q SHELTER Executive Director Fiona Caniglia says there's a number of barriers to overcome.

02:08

28 Jul 23

Have you seen the Bundy panther?

BIG CATS have been a part of Australian urban legend for years, but an expert says there could be some truth to it.

Have you seen the Bundy panther?

BIG CATS have been a part of Australian urban legend for years, but an expert says there could be some truth to it.

03:37

27 Jul 23

Lack of support for Bundy Aquatic Centre project

An independent phone poll has found the majority of Bundaberg residents oppose council's aquatic centre project. The Bundaberg Regional Ratepayers Association commissioned the poll, run by a Brisbane company, asking if they supported the project. 

Lack of support for Bundy Aquatic Centre project

An independent phone poll has found the majority of Bundaberg residents oppose council's aquatic centre project. The Bundaberg Regional Ratepayers Association commissioned the poll, run by a Brisbane company, asking if they supported the project. 

03:37

26 Jul 23

New speed limit in Woolooga

Transport and Main Roads Southern Queensland Regional Director Bill Lansbury says it follows a review that took into account crash history, traffic volumes, types of road users and the geography of the road. 

New speed limit in Woolooga

Transport and Main Roads Southern Queensland Regional Director Bill Lansbury says it follows a review that took into account crash history, traffic volumes, types of road users and the geography of the road. 

02:07

26 Jul 23

WBHHS responds to claims of cost blowouts.

The Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service says its latest financial figures showing cost blowouts are not relevant to this financial year.  It follows comments from Member for Burnett Stephen Bennett who claimed the service is operating at a multi-million-dollar deficit. 

WBHHS responds to claims of cost blowouts.

The Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service says its latest financial figures showing cost blowouts are not relevant to this financial year.  It follows comments from Member for Burnett Stephen Bennett who claimed the service is operating at a multi-million-dollar deficit. 

03:37

25 Jul 23

Bundaberg's social housing waitlist has doubled since 2017

The state opposition claims the two-billion-dollar Housing Investment Fund remains unused as 1,087 people in Bundaberg are facing housing insecurity.

Bundaberg's social housing waitlist has doubled since 2017

The state opposition claims the two-billion-dollar Housing Investment Fund remains unused as 1,087 people in Bundaberg are facing housing insecurity.

02:07

25 Jul 23

NRMA promises "Dark Park" at Mon Repos for turtle safety

NRMA says the protection of nesting marine turtles is paramount, and they're working with Queensland Parks and Wildlife to implement a Turtle Management Plan.

NRMA promises "Dark Park" at Mon Repos for turtle safety

NRMA says the protection of nesting marine turtles is paramount, and they're working with Queensland Parks and Wildlife to implement a Turtle Management Plan.

03:37

24 Jul 23

How to fix the Wide Bays disability support worker shortage

Jane Morell, CEO of Carer Solutions says, they are the only service in the country to directly employ friends, Neighbours or just someone you trust as a support worker. 

How to fix the Wide Bays disability support worker shortage

Jane Morell, CEO of Carer Solutions says, they are the only service in the country to directly employ friends, Neighbours or just someone you trust as a support worker. 

03:38

23 Jul 23

State Govt confirms Bundaberg rehab centre will go ahead

Minister for Health Shannon Fentiman admits the project has stalled, but design is underway. 

State Govt confirms Bundaberg rehab centre will go ahead

Minister for Health Shannon Fentiman admits the project has stalled, but design is underway. 

02:01

21 Jul 23

Triple fatal closes Bruce Highway

Motorists travelling southbound have been warned to expect delays and diversions as police investigate a crash that caused three deaths.

Triple fatal closes Bruce Highway

Motorists travelling southbound have been warned to expect delays and diversions as police investigate a crash that caused three deaths.

02:03

21 Jul 23

Billions of dollars’ worth of opportunities for Qld businesses ahead of Brisbane 2032

That's according to Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk, who's today spruiked the State Government's procurement strategy.  

Billions of dollars’ worth of opportunities for Qld businesses ahead of Brisbane 2032

That's according to Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk, who's today spruiked the State Government's procurement strategy.  

02:07

20 Jul 23

'High risk' dingo euthanised

A dingo with a 'high risk' history has been put down after an attack on K'gari on Monday. Queensland Parks and Wildlife service are working to identify the other dingoes involved.

'High risk' dingo euthanised

A dingo with a 'high risk' history has been put down after an attack on K'gari on Monday. Queensland Parks and Wildlife service are working to identify the other dingoes involved.

02:14

20 Jul 23

Forensic crash unit investigating horror crash involving military tank

The Forensic Crash Unit has been tasked with investigating a horror seven-vehicle crash near Rockhampton.

Forensic crash unit investigating horror crash involving military tank

The Forensic Crash Unit has been tasked with investigating a horror seven-vehicle crash near Rockhampton.

02:09

19 Jul 23

Environment Minister to meet with rangers over latest dingo attack

Minister for Environment Leanne Linnard is in Hervey Bay today to meet with rangers for an UPDATE on the K'GARI dingo attack situation. 

Environment Minister to meet with rangers over latest dingo attack

Minister for Environment Leanne Linnard is in Hervey Bay today to meet with rangers for an UPDATE on the K'GARI dingo attack situation. 

02:09

19 Jul 23

Remains found after Woolooga house fire

QFES were called to the Booker Street Property at midnight to find it well alight. They found the body of the deceased once the blaze was extinguished. 

Remains found after Woolooga house fire

QFES were called to the Booker Street Property at midnight to find it well alight. They found the body of the deceased once the blaze was extinguished. 

02:07

13 Jul 23

32-year-old man dies after Booubyjan crash

A 32-year-old man from Nanango has died following a collision between a car and motorhome at Booubyjan yesterday at around 10:30am. 

32-year-old man dies after Booubyjan crash

A 32-year-old man from Nanango has died following a collision between a car and motorhome at Booubyjan yesterday at around 10:30am. 

03:37

12 Jul 23

Burnett Highway closed after serious crash

Emergency services were called to the scene at Booubyjan at 10:20am, one patient is in a critical condition. 

Burnett Highway closed after serious crash

Emergency services were called to the scene at Booubyjan at 10:20am, one patient is in a critical condition. 

02:08

12 Jul 23

Bundy residents plagued by cane train noise

Jen Taylor has launched a petition after claims the trucks are waking her family up at night as they travel down Fairymead Road.

Bundy residents plagued by cane train noise

Jen Taylor has launched a petition after claims the trucks are waking her family up at night as they travel down Fairymead Road.

03:38

11 Jul 23

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