Step back in time: Proserpine Guardian top stories in 1981
The Brahmans had scored a stellar win, a new town plan was ironed out and more. Here’s what was making news 40 years ago >>>
Community
Beloved tradition back in Proserpine after 25yr hiatus
Planning is well under way to bring back the Show Ball in 2021 and it has been a long time between drinks.
Council says no dice to revised cost-sharing plan for estate
BIG READ: Infrastructure costs continue to be a sticking point for the Whitsunday Paradise project.
International riders rev up for big night of racing in Bowen
Adrenaline-pumping sidecars, talented juniors and more will entertain spectators when the speedway lights up for the event later this month.
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A tribute to Charleville broadcaster Lee Sims
A BEAUTIFUL tribute to the late Lee Sims, the man who of 4VL in Charleville.
20mil homes not enough: Need for sand mine questioned
SERIOUS concerns have been raised about the need for a proposed 105ha sand mine, as data reveals enough sand on Coast for almost 20 million new homes.
Sand mine fight back on as developer lodges appeal
DEVELOPER signals intent with appeal lodged over 103-hectare sand mine giving residents days to decide whether to join council in fighting the project.
Revealed: Asian investment link to Coast sand mine
CHINESE trade tour and foreign investment links revealed as sand mine proposal days away from decision.
New monument to front the Warrego Highway at Dalby
TOMORROW a Dalby business will reveal a major tourist attraction for the town! FULL DETAILS HERE:
MARITIME ODYSSEY: Meet the keeper of our lighthouse history
When John Ibbotson decided to photograph every lighthouse in Australia, he didn’t realise it would spark a life-long love for these historic structures.
From print to online, some things never change in news
The first ever Western Star lamented the sorry state of communications and clueless bureaucrats in the city. It sounds all too familiar today, writes Jorja McDonnell.
Call to arms: shire asks locals how best to grow the population
One southwest council is calling on their own, welcoming any and all suggestions on how to attract more people to live rurally.
Original URL: https://www.couriermail.com.au/news/queensland/charleville/community/page/22