Up to 1300 homes: Massive estate gets green light from council
Thousands of housing lots, more parks, and new shops are on the way after the Bundaberg Regional Council backed the transformational development.
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Daniel Morcombe’s twin brother in chilling new documentary
Daniel Morcombe’s story is known throughout Australia. But no one has told it like his twin brother Bradley, until now.
Man flown to hospital with ‘significant’ leg injuries
A man has been airlifted to hospital after a serious crash between a motorcycle and a car in state forestry.
Respected Qld cop on serious assault charge named
A Qld policeman facing criminal charges can be identified as a longstanding officer, youth mentor and mental health advocate.
Alleged driver of second car in alleged hit and run fatal faces court
A second man charged over the alleged high-speed hit and run death of Qld cyclist Matty Nilsen at Bundaberg has faced court for the first time since his arrest.
Fly-in fly-out rapid response police squads locked in for five years
A rapid response police unit flying to crime hotspots is being claimed as effective as the Queensland Government releases arrest figures from its Queensland operations.
Inside story: Chaos behind Liberals’ ‘rushed’ election policies
Liberals blame policy ‘chaos’ as a factor in the party’s crushing election defeat, with major energy, housing and defence announcements worked up ‘on the run’ during the campaign.
‘My job starts now’: Batt lays out bold agenda for Hinkler
David Batt has continued more than 30 years of LNP dominance in Hinkler, and he already has ambitious goals for the region.
‘Fundamentally damaged’: Moment Aussies turned on Dutton
There was one reason why the voting public began to see the Coalition leader as a “risk” — and it sparked a downward spiral in the polls.
Revealed: How fatal US chopper crash is set to change Talisman Sabre
The inquiry into the helicopter crash that killed four Defence personnel in 2023 has triggered a new approach to Australia’s largest bilateral military exercise.
WATCH: Insane moment car ploughs into fighting teens
Wild footage has emerged of a Bundaberg woman using her SUV to break up a teen brawl outside a shopping centre, hitting one teen and sending him flying. SEE THE VIDEO.
Scooter rider hit, rushed to hospital after another horror crash
A scooter rider has been rushed to hospital by ambulance after being hit by a car at a major Bundaberg intersection.
Revealed: Devastating toll of Queensland’s most dangerous roads
The spiralling death toll in Wide Bay has earned the region’s roads the title of ‘most dangerous’ in Qld, as we reveal the many beloved faces and stories of those lost to the carnage already this year. VIDEO, PHOTOS.
‘I love you, dad’: Tributes roll in for hit and run victim
Flowers, photos and handwritten messages now mark the spot where a 34-year-old dad was fatally struck while riding his bike in Bundaberg last Tuesday.
‘Train wreck’: Qld MP laments party’s national failures
LNP’s Colin Boyce has been re-elected to Flynn but has blamed a “train wreck” campaign for the party’s wipe-out.
Front-runner emerges in Hinkler as count nears completion
With nearly all votes counted, one candidate has pulled ahead in Hinkler following a tighter contest and a noticeable swing toward Labor.
Live results from Hinkler federal election
Hinkler voters will today decide who will represent them in the next federal government. Follow live results here.
Here’s what you can expect with tomorrow’s Bundaberg weather
As autumn moves towards winter what can locals expect tomorrow? We have the latest word from the Weather Bureau.
Everybody appearing at Bundaberg Magistrates Court, Tuesday, May 6
Here is a list of matters listed at Bundaberg Magistrates Court on Tuesday.
Here’s what you can expect with tomorrow’s Bundaberg weather
As autumn moves towards winter what can locals expect tomorrow? We have the latest word from the Weather Bureau.
Everybody appearing at Bundaberg Magistrates Court, Monday, May 5
Here is a list of matters listed at Bundaberg Magistrates Court on Monday.
‘Our sweet, helpful gem’: Mum’s tears for late daughter
A Sunshine Coast mum-of-six has paid tribute to her daughter, describing her as a “thoughtful, deeply intelligent” sister and aunty following her tragic death.
‘True family man’: $290k+ for motocross star’s partner, unborn son
The motocross community has come together to raise hundreds of thousands of dollars for the partner and unborn son of a loved rider after his tragic crash death.
Hinterland property used for retreat set to fetch $9m+
A stunning block of land leased by the operators of a mental health retreat in the Sunshine Coast hinterland was sold just two years ago for less than half the current asking price.
Pregnant teen’s illegal answer to cost-of-living crisis
A young Qld mother has landed in hot water after putting her business skills to illegal use in an effort to stay afloat amid the cost-of-living crisis.
Business opportunities: 50+ local enterprises for sale
From cafes and bars to bakeries, fast food joints and yard maintenance services, here’s a look at the Bundaberg businesses currently on the market for those ready to be their own boss.
The Club Hotel owners bid farewell after six years – future now uncertain
After six transformative years, The Club Hotel’s management team is saying goodbye. With the iconic Bundaberg venue’s future now shrouded in uncertainty.
LNP vows $265k upgrade to centre if elected
The Isis Cultural Centre, a key community and emergency hub, will get a $300,000 upgrade if the Coalition wins government on May 3.
‘Undeliverable’: Premier slashes expectations on new Bundaberg Hospital
Premier David Crisafulli insists his government will deliver a new Bundaberg Hospital, but MP Tom Smith has accused him of backtracking, and demanded clarity on the reports that hundreds of beds could be cut from the new facility.
Bigger than a small country: Australia’s largest cattle stations for sale
Australia’s largest cattle stations – some running up to 20,000 livestock and boasting 20-plus dams – are on the market. More than 1.8 million hectares – larger than a small country – are up for grabs.
Newcomer delivers one of the worst cars we’ve driven
First offering from new Chinese manufacturer Leapmotor shows there is still work to be done.
Are loans with 10 years interest-only the future of mortgages?
Home loans with longer interest-only periods, offering lower initial repayments, are appearing in Australia as housing costs climb.
Mixed response as Gympie debuts blueprint to boost primary industries
Primary Industries Minister Tony Perrett debuted an ambitious blueprint to grow primary industry in Qld by another $7billion on Friday, but not everyone in the Gympie audience was impressed.
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