‘Needs to pay’: Tradies spark push for better conditions
Electrical Trades Union members throughout the region downed tools and protested in support of improved entitlements including a pay rise and parental leave.
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‘Multimillion-dollar’ first of its kind gym stretches into region
An internationally renowned company promising to redefine the term “gym” is set to open its first venue on the Fraser Coast in the coming months.
‘Becoming more popular’: Exit poll shows early lead for mayor hopeful
One mayoral candidate has emerged as a frontrunner as Fraser Coast residents turn out in record numbers for pre-polling.
‘Big industry’: Bamboo business grows with $1.5m riverside construction
The owner of a popular Torbanlea nursery has unveiled details of a $1.5m development that will include a cafe and shop on the banks of the Burrum River.
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Clean-up underway after giant hail, winds batter city
A clean-up has been underway across Maryborough after large hailstones fell and trees were brought down across the city.
New turtle rehab centre to open amid rising fears for endangered species
A rehab centre will be established near the foreshore at Dayman Park on the Fraser Coast, where rescued turtles will be triaged, and vital research carried out into the general health of threatened turtle populations.
Wide Bay dominates Australia’s most generous list
Two neighbouring Queensland towns have been named the most generous city in Australia by the world’s leading fundraising platform Go Fund Me.
Man cut from car after head-on crash on Bruce Hwy
Two men have been injured when their cars collided head on in wet conditions at Tinana.
‘Humble’ coach takes crown as Fraser Coast’s best for 2023
Meet the ‘humble’ Maryborough soccer coach the voted the region’s best sports coach for 2023 following a neck-and-neck race in a strong field of competitors.
‘Sad news’: Beloved steakhouse restaurant’s shock immediate closure
The owners of an award-winning and hugely popular steakhouse which revitalised a small regional Qld town in the wake of devastating floods have shut their doors in a surprise decision.
Photo gallery: Winners revealed for 2023 Fraser Coast Ability Awards
Some of the Fraser Coast’s most inspirational people have been recognised for their efforts in the community, sport and business at the Fraser Coast Ability Awards.
Father fights to save daughter’s life after horror incident
Harrowing details have emerged about a shocking incident that left a toddler seriously injured on a popular tourist island off the Queensland coast.
Construction starts on unique $4m disability housing estate
Construction has started on a new social and disability housing project near the Maryborough CBD, with the project creating dozens of jobs.
Revealed: Why Wide Bay is leading the way in rooftop solar
Wide Bay households are leading the nation when it comes to rooftop solar, as one homeowner reveals why he made the switch more than a year ago.
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