Opinion: Will green push bring about a new career?
Bundaberg Mayor Jack Dempsey has supported an array of ‘green’ initiatives over the past two years. Why?
Opinion
Minear: Why American democracy is under threat
In the battle between democracy and autocracy, America cannot rest on its laurels, argues Tom Minear.
Treasurer defends ‘failed’ budget promises
Treasurer Jim Chalmers has hit out at criticism arguing the government “failed” to deliver on key election promises in the budget.
Why a cheaper childcare scheme won’t work
There’s one gigantic snag to Labor’s budget promise to make childcare more affordable – there’s a desperate shortage they can’t avoid, argues Julie Cross.
Budget reveals economy’s true danger
There is a very clear message in the budget, stay at home and keep your job as the economy takes a dive. Ross Greenwood explains.
One thing missing from bold plan to end Australia’s gender violence
A key area is absent from a national plan to end gender-based violence that is essential if it is to succeed, says Full Stop Australia’s CEO.
Big problem with worst 100 baby names
Thanks to their crazy parents, some kids are called every name in the book, argues Edwina Bartholomew. See the list and have your say.
‘Everyone adored her’: Bundaberg says goodbye to Queen
A survey of Bundaberg residents on the passing of Queen Elizabeth and the ascension of King Charles III left some teary-eyed as they recalled her achievements and their favourite memories. Watch the video, leave your own tribute:
‘Not acceptable for first-world economy’: Desperate call to fix housing crisis
A Bundaberg businessman claims the region is about to get a population boom that could rival Noosa’s influx, and has joined the growing chorus of voices demanding an immediate fix to the heartbreaking housing crisis.
Meet new Bundy NewsMail reporter, Nicole Strathdee
The Bundaberg NewsMail team is growing, with former Bundaberg Showgirl Nicole Strathdee joining our newsroom.
Why Aussies need to do their research on IVF clinics
With Aussie IVF clinics charging massive out of pocket expenses, it’s about time we had some transparency.
Maybe it’s time for a Republic party as Aussies snubbed
It appears the Royal Family are as keen to have Australia at the Jubilee celebrations as they are to see the Duke and Duchess of Sussex.
Election campaign’s biggest Albo bombshell
Anthony Albanese’s election victory proves you never truly know someone until you’ve elected them prime minister, writes Joe Hildebrand.
Giant killers: How six teal women took down ScoMo
Six career women have emerged as the giant killers who swept Scott Morrison from power. The arrival of the teal independents represent a seismic shift in Australia’s political landscape.
Morrison: Why you should keep me as PM
Scott Morrison has penned a message to voters, admitting the government is “not perfect”. But he has asked them to choose the Coalition for a stronger future.
Albo: Why you should vote Labor
Anthony Albanese has written to voters in his final pitch, asking them to use their opportunity at the polls to “vote for something better”.
Election wildcard that could affect PM or Albo’s win
Pollsters are tipping one wildcard candidate is being massively underestimated as Australians head to the polls.
Why Albo’s costings move is weak
Anthony Albanese’s call to reveal policy costings so late in the campaign has backfired and there is a reason why.
Why the sausage sizzle is a lost cause
Joe Hildebrand looks at a literal hotbed of controversy on The Blame Game. Not the federal election, but the sausage sizzle.
Two words Morrison refused to say at his launch
The Prime Minister spoke for nearly an hour at his campaign launch – but two words he’s used many times over the past few weeks went unsaid.
Why pop culture could be the death of us all
You know you’re in trouble when the state of politics is less relevant than The Wiggles, writes Joe Hildebrand.
Lack of policy depth leaves both leaders exposed
Back from Covid-19 isolation, the fourth week of the campaign was Anthony Albanese’s for the taking. Here’s what went wrong.
Damn the ham ban – get the hell out of my lunch box
Joe Hildebrand does the unthinkable – having to defend having a ham sandwich in his lunch box.
Sorry PM, the rate hike is all about politics
Scott Morrison says the shock hike in interest rates is not about him. But as Clare Armstrong explains, the ‘quiet Australians’ going to the polls may vote otherwise.
Why Albo has to step up right now
Anthony Albanese fired up the Labor faithful, but Tom Minear explains why the pressure is now on for him to stay mistake free and lead from the front.
‘I’m pregnant, I got Pfizer … it brought out the crazies’
Eddie Bartholomew explains why she is confident she’s made the right decision for her body, baby and family to get the Pfizer vaccine.
Shots fired: Debate over feral pig hunting fundraiser
The Bacon Busters pig hunt is a wildly popular rural event – a school just happens to benefit, writes Tara Miko.
Idea to get rid of the word ‘English’ rubs Bundy the wrong way
What’s in a name? Apparently a fair bit when it comes to the English language subject and a suggestion to banish the word. Here’s how Bundaberg people reacted.
Why your cash savings are making you poorer
Australians are sitting on more cash than ever before but it is almost the opposite of an investment. It is going backwards.
‘Sophisticated and cunning’: Ransomware has exploded
Privacy laws need to wake up to hackers or regulators need to get their hands dirty and call out criminal behaviour, writes Kathy Sundstrom
Opinion: Use common sense and work with nature to mitigate flooding
“The way I see it, the Bundaberg East Flood Levee will have a detrimental flow on effect to the Residents and Businesses of North Bundaberg.”
Opinion: Is there any ulterior motive for why we are being denied information?
“We, on request, can access any politicians salary in Australia including that of our Prime Minister, yet we are denied our local government’s information.”
Opinion: What’s wrong with televised NRL and how to fix it
“If I was a market investigator my experience would tell me that big changes are what is needed not some wishy, washy, band aid application and with the changes will come success.”
Three ways to get on the property ladder
In all likelihood property prices have not peaked. If you’re a buyer trying to get into the market, the same rules as always apply.
There’s no vaccine for lies, but you can protect yourself from Covid
We’ve been lucky so far during the pandemic, but make no mistake – we’re vulnerable. It’s okay to be cautious or confused about getting the vaccine – but don’t let social media users scare you off it, talk to an actual expert.
Opinion: Dredging is the answer to Bundy flood mitigation
“From what I have read, it appears that the only proposal which offers some real benefit for everyone and everywhere and not just the CBD is the widening and dredging of the river.”
Opinion: Hidden victims of the Covid pandemic in Australia
Letters to the editor address state of a struggling industry and readers have their say on Census requirements.
Council responds to accusations of secrecy over CEO pay
A BRC spokesperson said salaries for the executive staff of all Queensland Councils, including CEOs, were published each year in their annual reports: Here’s what Bundaberg’s gets paid.
Covid TV wars: What Gladys gets right
NSW Premier Gladys Berejiklian has taken the opposite approach to her fellow state premiers when it comes to Covid briefings, writes Joe Hildebrand.
Every Aussie who wants a jab MUST get it before November
Every Australian who wants to be vaccinated MUST be able to receive their jabs before November 1. After that, the nation must open up – for good.
English a casualty as gibberish takes over
It’s been a tough few weeks for the English language – just ask Annastacia Palaszczuk and Jeannette Young, writes Mike O’Connor.
Opinion: Politicians can’t control what you or I do
Harry Bruce’s cartoon of the day and readers have their say on current events.
CHO’s dire warning: ‘Queensland, Covid-19 is coming’
Queensland’s Chief Health Officer Jeannette Young reveals the state’s biggest Covid-19 battle lies ahead. She has issued this desperate plea.
Opinion: Stop putting up band aid solutions for flood mitigation
“I am aware that such a large project would cost many millions of dollars… but imagine the financial benefits to the entire region if it could be shown to one and all that Bundaberg is a floodproof city.”
PM: Vaccines stop Covid’s power to disrupt our lives
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has issued a new plea to all Australians, explaining how vaccination will end lockdowns.
Should smoking be banned in units? This is what Bundaberg readers think
Smoking at home may be the final crackdown on the battle against tobacco. We asked locals what they thought, with many in support of the bold idea.
Your say: Plant a few thousand trees, burn a few million
Harry Bruce’s cartoon of the day and readers have their say on climate change, vaccines and the 2032 Brisbane Olympics.
Opinion: Taking a cynical view of the Olympic benefits
“The Olympics will be something special that will principally will reap huge financial benefits to Brisbane, Gold Coast and the Sunshine Coast but for the rest of Queensland the results are marginal.”
Let’s celebrate Queensland, we did it!
Figures from across Queensland’s political and business landscape are in full agreement – Brisbane will deliver one of the greatest Games in history. READ THEIR VIEWS HERE
Opinion: More questions than answers about Bundaberg levee wall proposal
“So that we can make the debate factual please make public the detailed and approved design and construction drawings so as to enable an accurate construction cost and determine ongoing maintenance costs to the ratepayers.”
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