Woman seriously injured by snake bite
A rescue chopper has flown a woman to hospital after she was bitten by a snake while working in thick bushland in the North Burnett.
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Police reveal major update in search for 82yo
Police have revealed the next steps in the case of an 82-year-old man who went missing more than a week ago after he walked out of an aged care home.
‘Uninformed speculation’: Fox Resources hits back at mine claims
Mining business Fox Resources has refuted claims it has chosen a mine site but a farmer and agricultural scientist disagrees.
‘Daddy won’t be coming home’: Tributes for beloved dad killed on cane farm
A worker, tragically killed on a Bundaberg Sugar-owned farm, is being remembered as “the most beautiful father to his three children” and a beloved brother and mate. LATEST.
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6000 per year: Why Wide Bay is fastest growing region in Qld
A new government report reveals which Wide Bay cities are recording the highest population growth in Queensland as the region’s appeal to retirees and southerners puts added pressure on the housing crisis. SEE BREAKDOWN.
Trees uprooted, Big W caught in power cuts after wild weather
Severe storm cells crossing the Wide Bay have unleashed chaos, knocking down trees, causing flash flooding on several roads and headaches for bargain shoppers. LATEST.
Burnett’s cutest dog, baby and book costume winners
As the year reaches an end look back on the Burnett’s ‘cutest’ winners from across 2023 including Peanut the dog, baby Leilani and book costume winners Erika and her support dog, Whoopi.
‘They want it to look good ’: Homeless moved on weeks before Xmas
After staying for months in a haunt frequently used by refugees from the housing crisis, Bundaberg council has issued homeless people with ‘move on’ notices weeks before Christmas.
Inside the multimillion-dollar projects making Burnett a green powerhouse
More green energy projects have been approved in the South Burnett in the past five years compared to any other point in the region’s history, paving the way for it to become a renewable powerhouse. These are the projects underway.
10 best places to take a green holiday across the region
Anyone looking for an affordable and eco-geared holiday activity need look no further than the stunning hiking tracks, beaches and farm stays in the Bundaberg region. See our top 10.
‘National shame’: Former prisoner launches million-dollar campaign
The organiser behind one of the most successful GoFundMe campaigns has spoken on the challenges facing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women who continue to be jailed at higher rates than other Australians.
Wide Bay Burnett mayors’, councillors’ pay rises for 2024 revealed
A tale of two industries headed in opposite directions has been revealed with a new report earmarking pay increases for the region’s council members at the same time experts say farming wages are headed the other way.
Bargain ‘bombs’ up for grabs for eagle-eyed mechanics
Handy mechanics looking for a cheap holiday project need look no further than the recent round of vehicles and trailers made available for tender by the North Burnett Regional Council. See what’s on offer.
Nature escape: 11 Family friendly walks to do around the Burnett
Whether you are up for a challenging hike or you just want to take the family on a relaxing picnic, there are a variety of free things to do around the region these school holidays. Check out our list.
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