‘Avoid the area’: Caravan rollover blocks Bruce Hwy
Emergency crews have rushed to the scene of a crash near Lake Monduran. Here’s what we know:
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‘Disheartening’: Govt warned crims targeting workers
The former Chairman of Bundaberg Fruit and Vegetable Growers, Allan Mahoney, was a part of a state government inquiry into wage theft, but says little was done to address the issues raised.
End exploitation: Pacific Islander workers call for help
A series of exclusive articles by The Bundaberg NewsMail has shone a spotlight on the exploitation of vulnerable farm workers, especially Pacific Islanders, in the Bundaberg region. But this issue is a national disgrace, and needs a national investigation.
Council to ‘clarify points’ on pool heritage listing application
The fate of Bundaberg’s Anzac pool now rests with the Queensland Heritage Council after the State Government recommended it be declared a ‘state heritage place’. Read the latest in the battle to save this historic site.
‘Horrific’: Blackbirding in regional Qld shocks Parliament
Both sides of government have supported a motion in Parliament to acknowledge the historic brutality of blackbirding in Qld, with a QLD MP calling for Australians to ‘stand together against cruelty’. See the special report.
Mayor denies misconduct allegations as more details emerge
Jack Dempsey has rejected claims of any wrongdoing as new documents reveal the alleged details of the misconduct claims under investigation by the Councillor Conduct Tribunal. This is what we know:
Fears multistorey golf plan will let development genie out of bottle
A former town planner has flagged concerns a six-storey development planned at the Bargara Golf Club will set an ‘ugly precedent’ and claimed it will be assessed under the same rules as the controversial Esplanade Jewel project.
Mayor to face tribunal over alleged ‘suspected misconduct’
The Office of the Independent Assessor has confirmed in a letter to a complainant that it “reasonably suspects” Bundaberg mayor Jack Dempsey breached the Local Government Act. LATEST DETAILS
75+ faces: Bundaberg’s Oceanfest 2022 in photos
Fresh seafood with a side of sunshine, great entertainment and delectable delights were on offer at Bundaberg’s Oceanfest 2022. Did we ‘sea’ you there? PHOTOS:
House destroyed, farmer flees as 10 fire crews battle blaze
A farmer has escaped a major fire at a Childers property after 10 crews rushed to the scene of the “well-involved” blaze.
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