‘Unrelenting focus’: Wide Bay’s $50m racing industry doubles in value
The Queensland racing industry has made a significant impact on the Wide Bay economy, contributing nearly $50m in 2022-23 and doubling in value.
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Hook, line and sinker: K’gari dingoes under threat from fishing gear
Fishing equipment is causing serious injuries to dingoes on a popular island paradise, prompting the state government to give an urgent warning.
Mysterious drum spill closes street in peak hour
Police are redirecting traffic after a drum spill of an unknown substance has closed off a Maryborough street.
40+ Fraser Coast nail technicians, vote for the best for 2024
From salons to home businesses, Fraser Coast has many talented nail technicians to pick from for your nail care needs. With 47 nominees in the running, it’s your choice to decide the region’s best. Vote in our poll.
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65+ photos: All the fun and colour of the Fraser Coast Show
Thousands of people have streamed through the gates to celebrate the Fraser Coast Show, enjoying everything from the rides to the various displays. SEE THE PHOTOS
Probe continues into K’gari dingo speargun killing
An investigation continues into the speargun killing of a dingo on world heritage-listed K’gari that happened in the wake of multiple children bitten on the island.
Farmers blast proposed mine as company promises $45m annual boost
Farmers have aired concerns about groundwater as the company behind a proposed mine near Bundaberg promises strict environmental standards and a $45m annual injection into the economy.
‘Meet growing demand’: 24-bed ‘modular’ ward planned for hospital
A 24-bed ‘modular’ ward will be built at the Hervey Bay Hospital to help meet the needs of a growing population.
Determined young mum named best cosmetic skin specialist for 2024
After only a year running her business, a mother of three’s determination and passion has lead her to be named Fraser Coast’s best cosmetic skin specialist of 2024.
‘Healthcare for generations’: Construction starts on $1.2b hospital
The long-awaited first sod has been turned on the $1.2b Bundaberg Hospital with more than 2800 jobs promised over the course of the project.
$160k, two statues: War hero’s second statue replaces beloved original
Nine years after a $60k statue of a war hero who was the first to step ashore at Gallipoli was installed in Maryborough, a second $100k version has been unveiled with a hunt on for a home for the original.
‘Numbers are down’: Scouts leader airs fears over volunteers
A vital Wide Bay organisation has revealed the reasons behind a decimation in volunteer numbers as the LNP takes a swipe at the government over the issue.
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