Too many are holding on to a Hervey Bay that no longer exists with no regard for the consequences of toxic NIMBYism in a city where the wrong kind of growth already risks ruining paradise, writes Jessica Grewal.
Bill Shorten’s had a tough week, with criticism over how much his speechwriter is paid. Julie Cross imagines what a cheaper (perhaps less professional speechwriter) might produce.
Whether you prefer thin or thick, timeless or edgy brows, Gympie’s brow salons have plenty of technicians to choose from but who is the best? Vote in our poll.
A freshly graduated teacher with more than two decades in the childcare industry has been named Gympie’s favourite prep teacher of 2024.
The Prime Minister is serene in public, but there are goings on behind the scenes, writes Samantha Maiden.
When the ABC star says Australia is a racist country she doesn’t mean her friends or viewers of 7.30, writes Caleb Bond.
The jaw-dropping revelations of this week about the genuine scumbags granted citizenship confirms my long-held suspicion, writes David Penberthy.
Ultimate responsibility for the detainee debacle lies with the man who appointed the besieged immigration minister in the first place, writes Samantha Maiden.
Older Australians are being dudded out of their home care funds which could be better spent so they have more to survive on, argues Julie Cross.
The billionaire men who unleashed social media on the world don’t let their kids use it, so why should we, writes Samantha Maiden.
I’m a captain who has flown this route in B777’s hundreds of times and know what can go wrong, writes aviator Byron Bailey.
The origins of the name Fraser Island is reason enough to fully embrace the change to its traditional Indigenous name, K’gari, Carlie Walker writes.
Harry Smith is that teacher your kids won’t forget. He has made such an impact at Mango Hill State School, that everyone can’t stop singing his praises.
There is a deep-seated ambivalence and in some quarters open hostility to business in this country, writes David Penberthy.
There are about one trillion reasons this will actually prove to be a budget for the ages, writes Caleb Bond.
Two major cases this week lead me to wonder if our country could learn some lessons from Indonesia, writes David Penberthy.
Scott Morrison knows God loves him and has direct quotes to prove it in his new book, writes Peter Goers.
Shovelling cash to double-dipping property investors may prove harder to explain than deciding not to means-test billionaires, writes Samantha Maiden.
King Charles was busy hosting a Buckingham Palace garden party, but it seems there was not even after work drinks or a supper catch-up. I wonder why?
Everything is up for debate in politics but there’s little argument to be had over the fact this place is being far better run, writes David Penberthy.
It’s been five weeks since the Bondi Junction killing spree shocked the nation and what have we done since? Absolutely nothing, writes David Penberthy.
Meet 23 of the region’s outstanding prep teachers leading our little minds into the first stage of schooling. Be part of the conversation, vote for your most favourite in our poll.
It’s no wonder Australians are done with the major parties if these sham scandals are what pass for political “stories”, writes David Penberthy.
A mischievously adorable farm boy has stolen the hearts of the Gympie region with his country charm and adventurous spirit. Meet the region’s cheekiest top 5 toddlers.
Vulnerable age pensioners who require sight-saving eye injection treatment are going blind because they simply cannot afford treatment, writes Ita Buttrose.
For Anthony Albanese, an unscripted moment was particularly awkward given the mounting criticism of his travel schedule – 18 overseas trips in 18 months.
From passionate home bakers to professional artists and everything in between, the search is on for the region’s best cake decorator. With 80+ cakes and 16 finalists, look through our gallery and vote now. (Click to vote here)
From passionate home bakers to professional artists and everything in between, the search is on for the region’s best cake decorator. With 80+ cakes and 16 finalists, look through our gallery and vote now.
It was Anthony Albanese’s rare moment on the world stage. So why did his office try to hide part of it? Tom Minear argues it’s part of a depressing trend.
Ten’s decision to go with a new look MasterChef line up was the right call, says TV writer Lisa Woolford.
Whether they make your eyebrows on point or give the most soothing massages, we are on the hunt for Gympie’s best beautician of 2023. Vote in our poll:
Opponents questioned the focus on The Voice when this was a crisis. I’m not convinced either way. But it might help trigger needed change, argues Matt Cunningham.
Unlike in Australia, the coup capital of the democratic world, rolling leaders is not the done thing in Washington DC – until now. This is how it happened and why.
Young professionals have become a means to an end to pay off other people’s mortgages and fund high interest rates, and things are worst in the regions where young people are often starting their careers and sometimes forced to couch surf.
The search for Gympie’s favourite teacher has begun. Vote now from the list of 30 finalists, as nominated by readers.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese reveals why it will be important for Australians to vote Yes in the upcoming Voice referendum.
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton reveals why it will be important for Australians to vote No in the upcoming Voice referendum.
Thousands of old homes are in decline in small towns, where potential owners cannot justify renovation costs, writes Robbie Katter.
No campaigner Senator Jacinta Price has explained why she is voting No in the referendum as an Aboriginal woman.
With just weeks to go before the Voice referendum, one of the architects behind the Yes campaign, explains why you should vote Yes.
From ballet to hip hop, tap to jazz and everything in-between, Gympie is home to a dedicated and talented group of dance teachers. Vote in the poll to help decide who will be crowned the best of them all:
Like millions of parents across Australia who find it impossible to communicate with teens, Julie Cross writes that she knows the no-response phenomenon is not just her son ignoring her.
Whether they help farmers with sheep, goats or cattle, with pest control or are all rounders. We have searched high and low for the state’s most hard working dogs, nominate your favourite.
The latest criminal charges against former US President Donald Trump are the most serious yet for two reasons. See why.
After entering a plea to election interference charges, there was none of the showmanship that has defined Donald Trump’s political career. He looked upset, angry and every bit his age.
Donald Trump is facing four criminal charges over his efforts to overturn the 2020 election result. Yet he still claims he is the victim of a persecution “reminiscent of Nazi Germany”.
Get ready to flex your vote, now that Gympie’s ultimate gym showdown is here, with 13 standout businesses making the finals from hundreds of social media responses. Vote in the poll and have your say:
The battle for the Gympie region’s favourite ‘sparky’ is underway, with 28 electricians and electrical businesses making the final cut. Now is your chance to give your favourite the recognition they deserve. Vote in our poll:
‘No’ voters argue The Indigenous Voice to Parliament is driving a wedge between Australians, but it’s hard to divide something that’s already split, writes Scott Sawyer.
A string of wheat-pasted posters taking aim at a councillor and the Mayor have left many people baffled as to what they could mean. Who is trying to be Gympie’s Banksy?
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