DON’T MISS OUT: What’s on around the Coast this weekend
There’s plenty to see and do around the region
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LOOKING for your next big weekend event?
There is plenty to see and do this weekend on the Fraser Coast.
From spectacular performances to regular weekend markets, there is something for everyone to enjoy.
FRIDAY JANUARY 15
Food N Groove Friday
What: Spend Friday afternoon and evening at Food N Groove where you enjoy good food and good music at Seafront Oval.
Where: Seafront Oval, Hervey Bay
When: 4pm to 9pm
Cost: Free entry
Note: Tickets for entry can be booked here.
SATURDAY JANUARY 16
Urangan Pier Markets
What: Urangan’s weekly markets offer fresh produce, good food and great live music and are one of the best ways to kick off the weekend in Hervey Bay.
Where: Pier St, Urangan, Hervey Bay
When: 7am to 1pm
Cost: Free entry
Torquay Beach Markets
What: Torquay Beachside Markets offer a wide range of quality locally handcrafted goods and imported products.
Where: Charlton Esplanade, Torquay, Hervey Bay
When: 7am to 1pm
Cost: Free entry
Live Music
What: Local artist Frank Benn will be performing cool, chill music at the Hervey Bay Boat Club
Where: Hervey Bay Boat Club
When: 5:30pm to 10:30pm
Cost: Free
SUNDAY JANUARY 17
Dragon Boating Come and Try
What: The Hervey Bay Dragon Boat Club hosts a come and try morning every Sunday.
Where: 197 Buccaneer Drive Urangan, 4655
When: 6:30am to 8:30am
Cost: Free
Note: The club can be notified you are coming to the coming and try morning by messaging them on their Facebook page.
Nikenbah Markets
What: Visit the Nikenbah Markets for a Sunday morning of food, fresh produces and many more items for sale.
Where: 14 Nikenbah-Dundowran Road, Nikenbah
When: 6am to 12pm
Cost: Free entry
Susan River Gel Ball Open Day
What: Susan River Gel Ball is hosting their 51st gel ball skirmish open days.
Where: Susan River Gel Ball, Noble Rd, Susan River
When: 9am to 3pm
Cost: $35
More information here.
ALL WEEKEND
Circus Rio Spectacular
What: The Circus Rio Spectacular is back in Hervey Bay showcasing acts from around the world and has multiple shows across the weekend.
Where: Hervey Bay Library, 161 Old Maryborough Rd, Pialba
When: Saturday sessions are 11:00am and 7:00pm. The Sunday session is at 11:00am.
Cost: Ticket prices vary.
More information here.
‘Oh my god’: Singer reduces Kyle Sandilands to tears on Australian Idol
A Bundaberg beauty therapist with a passion for country music has made it through to the 2025 Australian Idol top 30, and reduced one of Australia’s toughest radio personalities to tears on the way.
$3 pie, Bunnings theft lands repeat offender before court
A repeat offender with a significant criminal history has found himself back before court for stealing a $3 pie from a supermarket and items from Bunnings.
Fraser Coast sale and auction results, week ending February 9
Maryborough proved to be a hot market last week with nine properties selling for a total value of $4.7 million. See the latest auction and sales results.
Toxic algae discovered in popular recreational fishing spots
A study of harmful algal blooms in Hervey Bay has found the presence of some species that can cause fatal food poisoning, including some found in Australian waters for the first time.
The Sunday Quiz: What is the tallest waterfall in the world?
Peter Dutton became Opposition Leader in what year? Which car firm makes the Camaro model? Put your knowledge of trivia to the test with The Sunday Quiz.
Visual timeline unpacks week of hell for flood-ravaged tiny town
In the dead of night, as most of Ingham slept, a torrent descended. Nothing will ever be the same again. This is the untold story of how the North Qld spirit conquered unimaginable tragedy and heartbreak.