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Bundaberg sale and auction results, week ending June 21
See the latest auction and sales results in Bundaberg for last week.
‘Always sweet 16’: Teen crash victim’s heartbreaking farewell
The grief-stricken cattle farming family of a beloved Qld high school student, killed in a crash, have remembered their daughter’s heart of gold and way with animals.
Missing Bundaberg man located ‘safe and well’
A missing Bundaberg man has been found safe and well.
‘Life cut short senselessly’: Funeral set for Pheobe Bishop
Funeral arrangements have now been confirmed for alleged murder victim Pheobe Bishop as the teen’s loved ones mourn the “tragic end” to her young life.
Super app: The smoking gun in Pheobe case, crash lifeline
Tracking tech is playing a role in these high-profile police probes and speeding up emergency response, but an expert warns it’s not without risk. SPECIAL REPORT.
Last of the great Australian showmen enters final round
As he contemplates his last day at the Birdsville Races, true showman Fred Brophy reflects on his boxing life and the changes in regional Australia, writes Michael Madigan.
Mapped: Every shop selling illegal tobacco near where you live
A Courier-Mail investigation can reveal the locations and names of more than 360 shops caught selling illegal tobacco in the past year. SEE THE MAP
Town’s darkest day tainted further by mass killer’s latest move
As Childers prepares to mark 25 years since the darkest day in its history, survivors and relatives of the 15 victims say their memories remain as dark as the hostel’s ashes, made worse by the latest move by the killer behind the fatal fire.
‘Snaky little bastard’: Insiders lift lid on mass killer’s life behind bars
As he once again bids to be released from jail, prison insiders reveal details about the life behind bars of the “nasty little man” who set fire to a Childers backpackers hostel, killing 15 people, almost 25 years ago to the day.
Three injured after truck slams ute in horror crash
Police are calling for witnesses to a head-on crash between two trucks and a third vehicle in a three-way collision on Gin Gin Rd near Sharon.
Shark alert: Popular beaches named in safety overhaul
Two beaches in Bundaberg are among Qld shark danger hotspots flagged for nets, drones, and high-tech defences. FIND OUT WHERE
New twist in backpacker fire killer’s latest bid for freedom
Survivors of the deadly Childers backpacker fire have been granted a new opportunity in their bid to keep the man responsible for the deaths of 15 people behind bars.
‘Everyone remembers where they were’ day deadly fire changed Childers
The people behind a powerful play honouring the 15 lives lost in a Childers backpackers hostel fire have shared their connections to the tragedy days out from the 25-year anniversary.
‘Shocked and excited’: Salon stuns with heartfelt win after 20 years of service
A Bundaberg hair salon with decades of service, a love for the community and a focus on connection has been voted Bundaberg’s Best Hair Stylist in a poll of our readers.
Man stabbed after road rage incident culminates in driveway showdown
An alleged road rage incident near Bundaberg spiralled out of control mid-week, leaving one man with stab wounds and two others needing hospitalisation, as police call for witnesses.
Woman shares graphic child abuse videos, blames strangers
A woman who shared ‘absolutely appalling’ child abuse videos has managed to avoid prison, telling the court she had no idea how they got on her phone.
Aboriginal group breaks its silence on native title war over access to Qld beach
A four-year saga over access to an exclusive stretch of beach has taken a new turn as a native title group insists all are welcome and calls on police to keep the peace.
Queensland’s biggest cropping families revealed
They keep the nation fed and clothed, but these Queensland legends often go unappreciated. Meet the state’s greatest cropping families. SEE FULL LIST
‘Cowardly’ footballer’s vicious attack shatters jaw of innocent stranger
A violent thug with a bloody history of crime fled the scene after coward punching an innocent stranger so viciously the man was hospitalised for a long time and needed surgery.
6000+ photos: Qld’s ultimate nightclub flashback gallery
Queensland has a proud reputation for its great nightclubs – these are the best flashback photos. SEE ALL THE PHOTOS
Bringing soldiers home alive: Defence’s safety revolution unfolds
Former Special Forces soldier’s lifesaving creation to lead revolutionary safety technology trials at Australia’s largest military exercise.
Man airlifted with serious chest injuries after being trampled
A farmer was in a serious condition in Bundaberg Hospital on Tuesday after an almost deadly encounter with a large steer on a cattle property near Bundaberg.
Embattled council says big rates hike needed to stay afloat
Qld regional councils like the North Burnett are caught in the cost of living storm and turning up the heat, raising rates to keep services alive, leaving ratepayers feeling the financial burn.
‘Time to grieve’: Family’s heartbreak as body confirmed as Pheobe’s
Pheobe Bishop’s family has spoken out after remains found in bushland were officially confirmed as hers. It comes as police reveal they’re still searching for these key items of interest.
What is the timeline? Who are her housemates? What we know about Pheobe’s death
The weeks-long search for Pheobe Bishop culminated with her housemates being charged with her murder – this is everything we know so far.
‘Cunning’ predator lured child from bedroom after removing security screens
A depraved uncle who used a screwdriver to break in to his niece’s bedroom before luring her outside and raping her now claims his jail sentence is ‘manifestly excessive’.
Bundaberg man faces litany of horror child sex offences
The man, who can’t be named for legal reasons, is facing a horrific list of accusations, including 25 charges of rape.
Man’s bizarre excuse for driving with drugs in his system
A man caught driving with a dangerous weapon in his car told police it was a gift from his aunt. DETAILS
Young man accused of running amok with $250k backhoe out on bail
A 20-year-old heavy machinery operator has faced court on multiple charges including stealing and possibly destroying a $250,000 backhoe, knocking down power lines, closing off roads and evading police in a terrifying chase.
50-car convoy travels from Gin Gin to Bundaberg for Pheobe
As the tragic reason Pheobe Bishop was separated from her boyfriend is revealed, as well as details of their sweet romance, a 50km convoy in her memory was held at the weekend. PHOTOS
Bundaberg sale and auction results, week ending June 15
See the latest auction and sales results in Bundaberg for last week.
Tragic details emerge after Pheobe’s death
The tragedy that separated teen Pheobe Bishop from her “adoring” boyfriend before her alleged murder has been revealed.
60+ nominations: Vote now for Bundy’s best hair stylist
More than 60 local stylists have been nominated — now it’s your turn to vote for Bundaberg’s best in hair.
80+ faces: Smiles, spills of Burnett Heads rodeo in photos
We hit the arena to capture the action, atmosphere and people who made the PBR Bull Mania in Burnett Heads one to remember. SEE THE PHOTOS.
‘Imagine if we go down’: Inside doomed $17m meth black flight
A previously law-abiding pilot and father’s “extraordinary” role in a secret smuggling flight between Papua New Guinea and Australia can be revealed along with wild onboard chats from a hidden recorder.
Bundaberg sale and auction results, week ending June 14
See the latest auction and sales results in Bundaberg for last week.
Texts uncover Qld mum-of-five’s drug trafficking business
A mother-of-five was caught when messages on her mobile phone revealed rampant drug dealing spanning from Central Qld to the Gold Coast.
Man suffers horror burns in backyard fire fall
A man in his 30s has been rushed to hospital with “potentially life-threatening facial burns” after falling into a fire at a Qld property.
WATCH: Dramatic rescue after yacht left stranded of Qld coast
Rescue crews have been forced to rescue a man from the ocean after his yacht was damaged and stranded and he became sick while sailing off the Bundaberg coast.
Cash boost call: Qld container rebates ‘should be doubled’
Queensland’s Container Refund Scheme returns should be doubled to 20c in a bid to keep up with inflation and encourage more residents to take part, a parliamentary committee has heard.
‘Unmistakably Qld’: Muster launches 2025 festival on Slim Dusty’s birthday
The Gympie Music Muster officially launched its 2025 festival program in Brisbane on Friday, highlighting a line-up of artists, a new Indigenous Showcase, and its commitment to regional impact and the arts.
‘Loud crack’: Qld dad in coma as alleged attacker named
Disturbing details have emerged about an alleged assault in a Qld nightclub precinct which ended in a construction worker being charged and a business owner dad seriously hurt.
Region where odds of being hurt in car crash have skyrocketed 220%
Police have launched a campaign to staunch the flow of blood from a Qld community where 22 people have already died in 2025.
‘Cocaine, Snapchat sales’: How hospo manager turned into trafficker
A young Qld drug dealer was making thousands on Snapchat and had offered to supply across the state when a late-night bust at an industrial estate brought her undone.
Pheobe housemate shocks with surprise new look in court return
One of the two housemates charged with Pheobe Bishop’s murder has returned to court with a surprise new (and more natural) look.
Chilling warning: Small items adding huge amounts to power bills
Queenslanders have been warned some heating devices could be adding hundreds to their electricity bills, as prices are set to jump. Here are the best ways to avoid that bill shock while keeping warm.
‘So bloody mad’: Daycare responds after tiny kids found in street
A Queensland childcare centre has responded after a fuming post and photo of two small escapees in the street sparked a social media storm.
Pheobe’s mum hits back at cruel online rumours
Pheobe Bishop’s mum has shared an emotional message on her business page addressing damaging rumours about her daughter’s death.
Plans for new housing subdivision in growing town revealed
A large rural property on the edge of Bundaberg could soon be split into 21 blocks under a two-stage subdivision proposal.
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