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25.01.2022 Did you know that In Australia, 31,000 blood donations are needed every week If you're well and eligible, please consider helping Australian Red Cross Lifeblood by donating blood or plasma

25.01.2022 Have you planned a visit to the newly built Bargara Beach Hotel It looks FANTASTIC Ph 41592232 or www.Bargara hotel.com.au

25.01.2022 Have you seen the latest Bundy Local Book? It is being home delivered in Bundaberg, coastal towns, Childers and Gin Gin throughout September. And Australia Post are delivering to farms on mail services in the Isis area. Bundaberg Meals on Wheels clients will receive copies along with the leading Bundaberg Newsagents including Chippies and Winners Nest in Bourbong Street, ... Golden Arrow in Woongarra Street and Chippies at Sugarland. Any queries or feedback please give us a call - 41531133 Please remember, support our local business' - BUY LOCAL

24.01.2022 **Support LOCALS** Kalki Moon Distilling & Brewing Company have been selected by BWS to be featured in the Local Luvva campaign which celebrates great Australian independent producers. It's a huge opportunity to help get their local products into more outlets throughout Australia and grow their family business. Please help support them by: Go to https://bws.com.au/productgroup/vote-for-local... Set your store local to QLD ( other wise you wont see them ) Scroll to find Kalki Moon Classic Gin & Vote Thanks in advance Team KM & The Bundy Book See more

24.01.2022 Located only 10 mins from the Brisbane CBD and Airports, the Pegasus is conveniently nestled right in the centre of the ever-expanding Brisbane government, corporate and business districts of Eagle Farm, Pinkenba, Hamilton, Hendra and Ascot. With nearly 50 suites available (set in beautiful tranquil gardens), choose from the Standard Rooms, Deluxe Queen, Twin or Family Motel Suites, to their fully self-contained one bedroom Serviced Apartments, they have the accommodat...ion you need at the prices you would expect. Book direct and SAVE Ph 07 38681900 www.pegasusmotorinn.com.au Pegasus Motor Inn

24.01.2022 "Katya", a large 2.9m Bull-Shark is visiting Noosa Katya, is a tagged, beautiful, female 2.9m Bull - Shark, and is believed to still be in the Riversystem of Noosa. She was tagged on January 8, 2020 in Cid Harbour, in the Whitsunday Islands. ... Sunday 15.11.2020 she was tracked in lake Corooibah, 2 days later, Tuesday 17.11.2020, 13:13, she has been last recorded in front of the Skippers Cove Waterfront Resort, next to the Noosa Parade Bridge (GPS-Data: -26.39444, 153.07657). Click the link to see, where she is at the moment (not the picture): Link: [Katya2 | Reef Tracks (citizensgbr.org)](https://citizensgbr.org/explore/reef-tracks/b-katya2) There is also a SHARK TRACKER OCEARCH APP which is worth checking out - https://apps.apple.com///ocearch-shark-tracker/id570772231 Credit @Claude Niquille

24.01.2022 Are you eligible? The Small Business COVID-19 Adaption Grant Program is still open for applications from Regional Queensland! If you have a small business and were too busy at the time this opened, or perhaps were just not ready to prepare an application, it is highly suggested you take the opportunity to do so now!... Opportunities like this don’t come along every day, so why not give it a crack. You may receive between $2,000 and $10,000!!! To see if you're eligible or to apply online, head to: https://www.business.qld.gov.au//advice-su/grants/adaption Otherwise, give your accountant a call for guidance The objective of the program is to support small businesses subject to closure or highly impacted by the coronavirus (COVID-19) shutdown restrictions announced by the QLD Government, to adapt and sustain their operations, and build resilience. The program aims to see small and micro businesses: - prepare for the safe resumption of trading in the post COVID-19 recovery - continue to meet operating costs - access digital technologies to rebuild business operations and transition to a new way of doing business - respond to online opportunities, where possible, to sustain employment and maintain potential for longer-term growth - upskill and reskill business owners and staff to benefit from new technologies or business models - embrace business diversification to adapt and sustain operations - create or retain employment.

24.01.2022 REMEMBERANCE DAY 2020 The 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month marks the moment the guns fell silent on the Western Front after the bloodshed of World War I. Over the past century, this moment has been adopted across the globe as a time to remember those who served and sacrificed in all wars and conflicts.... This Remembrance Day, (TODAY), RSL Queensland is asking all Australians to Remember to Remember to commit to pausing for just one minute to remember those who gave their lives in service to their country, those who returned home injured or ill, and those who bravely serve our country today. https://www.rslqld.org/Whats-On/Remembrance-Day Photos: The sails of the Sydney Opera House were illuminated in a field of poppies as Australians paused to pay tribute to those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice this morning 11/11/2020.

24.01.2022 Looking for friendly and experienced hairdressers in Bargara? Try Craig or Karen at ALLURE HAIR AND BEAUTY - 5/14 See st (next to The Windmill) Book now 41591677 for a cut, colour or perm ... Allure Hair Salon

23.01.2022 Discover the best of Fraser Island! Join the region’s #1 bucket list experience for your next adventure, with one and two day tours departing daily from Hervey ...Bay and Rainbow Beach: www.fraserexplorertours.com.au COVID Safe Plan in place Award-winning, eco-certified green travel leader Fraser Explorer Tours offer an unbeatable itinerary in World Heritage-listed paradise cruise along 75 Mile Beach, float along the freshwater Eli Creek, wander through ancient rainforests, and dive into the famous Lake McKenzie FREE pick-ups from your accommodation in Hervey Bay; tour pricing is all-inclusive with the ferry, meals, and national park permits included (plus accommodation on 2-day tours). #Holidayherethisyear and see the best that Australia has to offer right here on our doorstep!

22.01.2022 Warning for caravanners ahead of school holidays... RACQ has urged caravanners to check their vehicle ahead of the school holidays, with the Club attending more than 400 calls for help from stranded caravanners in the past six months. RACQ Roadside Assistance Patrol Howard Strasser said the most common causes of breakdown were wheel changes, tyre punctures and inflations, a fault with the trailer or caravan, and electrical wiring and connection issues.... We’ve noticed recently more and more people buying caravans and hitting the road for Queensland-based holidays, Mr Strasser said. This has also resulted in plenty of people breaking down in harsh conditions, hundreds of kilometres from help, because they haven’t properly prepared their van. We’ve gone to help drivers who haven’t ever towed a trailer before, may not be across the safety risks of not having the right vehicle, or haven’t correctly distributed weight in the van. The risk with towing these often 1500kg trailers is, if you do crash, you can do serious damage. The top locations for breakdowns across the State were Brisbane, Moreton Bay, Gold Coast, Bundaberg and the Fraser Coast. Caravanning Queensland CEO Jason Plant said caravanners needed to prepare themselves for any journey, but particularly important for first-timers. Towing courses are valuable, even for more experienced drivers because they help you refine your towing skills and learn about rules and recommendations, Mr Plant said. Vehicle safety checks are also a great idea before a trip. They will help identify any potential issues you might have when you are away no one wants to break down when on holidays. RACQ’s top tips for caravan safety were: Ensure your vehicle is the right size for the caravan you are towing Know your caravan weights and distribute weight evenly across the van. Install a weight distribution hitch if needed Service your caravan every 12 months or 10,000km Tyres should be in good condition, at the correct pressure and free from damage/cracks Ensure the brake controller works and is adjusted according to the weight you’re towing. Happy and safe travels

22.01.2022 Should you be cooking with coconut oil? There are remarkable claims about the health benefits of coconut oil. Is coconut oil good or bad for you? Coconut oil, with its high saturated fat content, is not recommended for heart health ... The Claims..... Coconut oil contains 92% saturated fat. Yet, some claim it's healthy. Why? Because the saturated fat in coconut oil and the saturated fat in animal products are slightly different. Does this make coconut oil healthy? NO. Simply put, there is no evidence to support the consumption of coconut oil for heart health. The Facts..... Coconut oil raises total cholesterol, high-density lipoprotein (HDL) and low-density lipoprotein (LDL). While the increase in HDL may seem good, it’s overshadowed by the increase in LDL. A study on the saturated fat in coconut oil found that it acts similarly to saturated fats in other foods. That is, it raises LDL cholesterol. ***What oil should I use? Healthy eating is more than the type of fat you use. But there are certainly better fats that can be chosen for your heart health. Olive oil, avocados, nut butters and tahini are better ‘natural’ alternatives to coconut oil. They provide unsaturated fats and minimal saturated fats. What’s more, they are all linked to having a healthier heart. Read more here Heart Foundation

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20.01.2022 The Bundy Book Team wishes everyone a very Happy Father’s Day!!

20.01.2022 The winner of six of the best! In our Bundy Local Book home and farm delivered in September we have a special feature on one of the regions biggest pineapple plantations owned by the Steemson family of Yandaran - Littabella Pines. We have two trays of pineapples specially selected by John Steemson and home delivered to the winners of the competition we featured in the Bundy Local Book Facebook....Continue reading

18.01.2022 Telstra. Love them or hate them? They are offering a free report on Digital Marketing the first in the Telstra Business Intelligence 2020 insights report series. It uncovers the gaps between what customers expect and what small businesses are delivering online. Apparently one in five consumers will stop considering a small business they haven’t used before if it doesn’t have a website, yet 40.5% don’t have one. Using the right digital tools and platforms is essential to fin...ding new customers (and helping them choose you). Based on extensive research with consumers, small and medium-sized businesses and industry experts, the reports aim to arm you with the knowledge and resources needed to keep up with the pace of changing consumer expectations and behaviours. Download your free report today - https://www.smarterbusiness.telstra.com.au//digital-market Telstra Licensed Shop Bundaberg

18.01.2022 ***Friday Funny***

18.01.2022 Do you love iPhones? Apple has catered for everyone with a stunning iPhone 12 range that sets a new standard in terms of design, build quality, performance, features and camera capability. The iPhone 12 Mini and iPhone 12 Pro Max while opposite ends in terms of screen sizes have one thing in quality to the right users they will be the best iPhone you’ve ever owned.... The iPhone 12 Mini is small and compact and includes a 5.4-inch display. It will easily fit into your pocket or purse yet it is, apart from the smaller screen, identical to the iPhone 12 right down to the A14 Bionic processor, the dual camera system, the quality of the display and its 5G connectivity. If a larger display is more your cup of tea, then the iPhone 12 Pro Max will be sure to spark your interest with its stunning 6.7-inch Super Retina XDR display the largest screen ever included in an iPhone. It is virtually identical to the iPhone 12 Pro but just with a larger screen. More info - https://www.techguide.com.au//iphone-12-mini-iphone-12-pr/ TechGuide.com.au

16.01.2022 Air Services Bundaberg to Brisbane suspended. Alliance Airlines today announced the suspension of services between Bundaberg and Brisbane from Monday 28th September due to lack of demand. One daily service to Gladstone operated via Bundaberg however this schedule change means that all flights will operate non stop between Gladstone and Brisbane in both directions. From the 28th September Alliance will increase its services between... Brisbane and Gladstone to 12 non stop jet services per week comprising double daily services Monday to Friday and one service per day on weekends See more

15.01.2022 Heard of Instant Consult? You can speak to an online doctor 7 days a week by phoning 1300003310 or downloading the App. The cost (unless you qualify for a bulk-billed session), is normally between $35 for a brief consult and $65 for a long consult (approx 20 mins), and doctors are available between 6am and midnight.... You can obtain a medical certificate, prescriptions, pathology requests and referrals! It is getting close to 30 September 2020 where Greg Hunt (the National Health Minister) will advise whether patients around the country will have their telehealth consults covered by Medicare from 1st October 2020. Instant Consult (and other telehealth services) have worked hard to ensure that Australians have access to fully qualified, registered, and experienced GPs through phone and video calls 7 days a week. If you want to plead for continued access to bulk-billed consults with organisations like Instant Consult please complete Greg Hunt's online contact form at: https://www.greghunt.com.au/contact/contact-greg/ Medicare is starting to listen so the need is to stay proactive by telling Greg Hunt's office your view and wishes, and together we can make change. As a reminder, here are the consult fee updates which took effect since Monday 20th July as per the new Medicare guidelines: From Monday 20th July 2020 to 30th September 2020, bulk billed consultations are only available to Aussies with a valid Medicare card if they are......... under 12 months of age, homeless or living in a COVID-19 hot spot. For more info refer to www.instantconsult.com.au or phone 1300 003 310. Instant Consult

15.01.2022 How do you visualise 1.5m Today we’re using 2 koalas as our measure If you want to spend some koala-ity time with friends, just remember to keep a safe 1.5m distance. Source: Queensland Health

14.01.2022 Young people (12 -25 years) from Gin Gin and surroundings are invited to attend the Bush Tucker Talk on Friday 11 December from 9.30am to 12.30pm at the Gin Gin Landcare. This is project Green Book Initiative encouraging youth to connect with their local, natural environment and to build and strengthen local communities. Registration is essential. ... Free morning tea is provided. To register please phone Council’s Community Development Unit on 4130 4150. See more

14.01.2022 Become a contestent and you might WIN big! Nine’s long-running afternoon quiz show, Millionaire Hot Seat, will temporarily relocate from its Melbourne base to Queensland to film a block of 30 episodes in the Sunshine State. The move is due to the Stage 4 COVID-19 restrictions which have been imposed on the Victorian capital.... The relocation has been made possible with the generous support of the Queensland Government, including Screen Queensland, as well as the City of Gold Coast and The Star. Production of Millionaire Hot Seat will take place at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre. It is expected that more than $1 million will be given away across the 30 episodes, with all winnings awarded to Queensland residents. The special episodes, showcasing the very best of Australia’s favourite holiday destination, will go to air on Nine from October. Host of Millionaire Hot Seat, Eddie McGuire, said: In more than 20 years of making Millionaire, this is the first time we’ve taken the show out of Melbourne. I can’t wait to experience the hospitality that Queenslanders are renowned for. And with the AFL bubble based on the Gold Coast, there’s no better place to be as we approach the pointy end of the season. I’m also looking forward to bringing all the news firsthand from the hub for Footy Classified. Jessica Mellor, Chief Operating Officer of The Star Gold Coast, said: The Star has a proud track record of working with the Queensland Government to bring events to the Gold Coast. We were the first major partner of the 2018 Gold Coast Commonwealth Games, became the new home for the Logies, and now welcome another production from Melbourne in Millionaire Hot Seat. Gold Coast Mayor Tom Tate said this was a rare opportunity for Queenslanders to win some cash while having the city showcased across the country. We are so blessed here in Queensland and the Gold Coast to be able to welcome TV and film productions as well as sporting teams to our city during this very tough time, he said. When I got the call, I said immediately, ‘lock it in, Eddie’. A total of $81,893,000 has been given away on Who Wants To Be A Millionaire and Millionaire Hot Seat over the past 21 years. Queenslanders who would like the chance to win $1million should head to the Millionaire Hot Seat page at www.nine.com.au/entertainment/millionaire-hot-seat and apply to be a contestant. Good Luck Millionaire Hot Seat

14.01.2022 Do you wash your hands for 20+ seconds This is all it takes to stop germs in their tracks. If it's been a little while since your last thorough hand wash, you know the drill! ... Queensland Health

14.01.2022 Have you ever thought about seeing the real Australia? Sunstate Travel Centre in Bundaberg have three Aussie Adventures on offer. There is a three day "Outback Adventure" tour visiting Charleville, Birdsville, and flying over the iconic Lake Eyre (Australia's largest salt lake)... The "Scenic Queensland Experience" gives you the chance to see the Qantas Founders Museum in Longreach, a sunset cruise on the Thompson River and Barrier Reef scenic flights. Why travel for three weeks to see these places when you can do it in three days. And closer to home is the "Reef Retreat" staying in the new Eco Cabins on beautiful Lady Elliot Island. Like to know more? Contact Sunstate Travel Centre on 41522322 or email - [email protected] Photo credit: Tourism QLD

14.01.2022 From an air purifier that's all air, no purification, to funeral pricing that leaves you in the dark... these are the winners of the 2020 Shonky Awards https://www.choice.com.au/shonky/hall-of-shame/shonkys-2020

13.01.2022 Here are the winners In our last Bundy Local Book we asked our young readers to draw what visitors to Bundaberg should see when they visit the area and pick up the Bundy Book for visitors. We received lots of great entries from children in Bundaberg. ... Some of the suggestions were Norville Pool, The Sugarcane Train in the Botanic Gardens, Bundaberg Rum Distillery, The Botanic Gardens, Bundaberg Brewed Drinks, Mon Repos to see the turtles, Baldwin Swamp. The judges selected these winners Khyra Padayao Drawing of girl beside the ocean Elijah Richardson Drawing of Lady Musgrave Benjamin Greenwood Drawing of Splitters Farm The judges had a very hard job deciding the winners as there were many excellent entries. Each winner received a family pass to visit the new Turtle Complex at Mon Repos. Congratulations to the winners and thanks to all the children who entered. The winners drawings are on our website and here they are.... PS The new Bundy Book Tourist Guide is on the way back from the printers - keep your eye out for it!! Here are the winning drawings:

13.01.2022 Happy SPRINGTIME from the Bundy Book team Our Bundy Local Book will be out soon!

13.01.2022 TODAY is Day for Daniel Day It is Australia’s largest day of action to raise awareness for child safety, protection, and harm prevention. Held annually on the last Friday of October, Day for Daniel honours the memory of Daniel Morcombe.... The theme is Wear Red, Educate and Donate Register today https://bit.ly/35QaDNf Parents, carers, and educators are encouraged to start a conversation with children and young people about ***personal safety*** Schools and early learning centres conduct child safety education activities. Businesses and community come together to raise awareness of child safety issues. Day for Daniel is the Daniel Morcombe Foundation’s biggest fundraiser each year. Your support through fundraising helps us to continue developing free resources and programs for parents, carers, and educators to teach children how to stay safe. Funds also contribute to supporting young victims of crime. Daniel Morcombe Foundation

12.01.2022 NEED local storage? See HOWLETTS MINI STORAGE for all your home and office storage requirements. They offer options for it all - Office files, pool tables, refrigerators and other large appliances, all sizes of furniture, paintings, trophies, vehicles, boxes or clothes. They have space for you to keep it all, safe & secure, in any quantity and combination and for both short and long term periods. ... Check them out at howlettsministorage.com.au or phone 0438313727 :-)

12.01.2022 WIN A DOUBLE PASS to Topology at the Moncrieff Entertainment Centre on Thursday 19 November. This Brisbane-based indie quintet are already well known in Bundabe...rg for their performances and workshops during the Milbi Festival. TO ENTER Tag a friend in the comments below and share this post on your timeline. If you don’t want to wait, get your tickets from the Moncrieff or click here > https://bit.ly/3j0uYVc Entries close on Thursday 5 November 12pm. The winner will be drawn randomly and contacted via private message.

12.01.2022 QLD Borders Update - from 1am 3rd November 2020 Visitors and returned travellers from NSW (excluding people who have been in the below 32 Sydney Local Government Areas identified as hotspots in the last 14 days), CAN enter QLD with a valid Queensland Border Declaration Pass without having to complete mandatory quarantine. Border closures to Victoria remain until community transmission is under control (including whether there have been any unlinked cases in the previo...us 28 days). Bayside Blacktown Burwood Camden Campbelltown Canada Bay Canterbury-Bankstown Cumberland Fairfield Georges River Hornsby Hunters Hill Inner West Ku-Ring-Gai Lane Cove Liverpool Mosman North Sydney Northern Beaches Parramatta Penrith Randwick Ryde Strathfield Sutherland Shire Sydney The Hills Shire Waverley Willoughby Wollondilly Woollahra Unincorporated (this is Sydney Harbour) Further info : https://www.covid19.qld.gov.au/ Queensland Government

12.01.2022 Wishing these cute Aussie wombats a very Happy Wombat’s Day today What’s your favourite marsupial? ... Credit: ABC Australia and Animals Look

12.01.2022 Time to review your insurance!?! It's devastating when a natural disaster destroys or damages your home. Finding out you don't have enough insurance can add to your distress. Understanding what events and damage are covered by insurance can help you get the right cover for your home. ... Knowing if you live in a disaster-prone area can give you a better understanding of your risk. This helps you choose coverage for the events that are most likely to happen to your home. For more information see: https://moneysmart.gov.au/h/storm-flood-and-fire-insurance Thanks Moneysmart

11.01.2022 Could be helpful for some?!? Bundaberg Regional Libraries https://fb.me/e/1MGprV5cM

11.01.2022 Would you trust this new APP to help you identify if you have COVID19? A new free app called ClearSCAN has been released for android users that can detect the early signs of COVID-19 and provide a reason to get yourself tested to confirm if you’re carrying the virus. It utilises the camera on your smartphone and is as simple as taking a selfie. It can accurately measure oxygenation levels. Studies show that low oxygenation levels are an indicative symptom of coronavirus.... Know your heart rate, breathing rate, stress level, and most importantly, your oxygenation level. It's as simple as taking a selfie. Credit: TechGuide.com.au See: https://www.techguide.com.au//new-clearscan-app-can-detec/

11.01.2022 Struggling? Need help or advice?? The Bundy Book team have put together this handy reference list for anyone looking for support - please share - and let us know of any we've missed ... COVID-19 Recovery Assistance Links - ROADMAP TO EASING RESTRICTIONS 13 74 68 SMALL BUSINESS HOTLINE 1300 654 687 AUST GOVT SMALL BUSINESS SUPPORT - 13 28 46 QLD SMALL BUSINESS COMMISSIONER 1300 312 344 BUNDABERG COUNCIL - 1300 883 699 CENTRELINK 132 850 JOBKEEPER (ATO) 13 28 66 (Business) or 13 28 61 (Individuals) QLD HEALTH 13 43 25 84 CORONAVIRUS HEALTH NATIONAL INFORMATION LINE 1800 020 080 TELEHEALTH 1800 066 888 MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT - 1300 642 255 BEYOND BLUE CORONVIRUS MENTAL WELL-BEING SERVICE 1800 512 348 COMMUNITY RECOVERY HOTLINE 1800 173 349 Personal, Financial or Mental Health Support - COTA Council of the Ageing - 3316 2999 My Aged Care - 1800 200 422 The Samaritans - 13 52 47 Lifeline - 13 11 14 Mental Health Access line - 1300 64 22 55 Alcohol and Drug Support - 1800 177 833 Kids Helpline - 1800 551 800 SANE Helpline - 1800 187 263 Parentline - 1300 301 300 PANDA - 1300 726 306 Diverse Voices - 1800 184 527 Open Arms - 1800 011 046 Mensline - 1300 789 978 MiNetworks - 1800 985 944 Australian Counselling Association - 1300 784 333 Australian Psychology Society - 1800 333 497 Headspace - 1800 650 890 Griefline - 1300 845 745 Youth Beyond Blue - 1300 224 636 Quitline - 13 78 48 Gambling Help - 1800 858 858 DV Helpline - 1800 737 732 Women's DV Helpline - 1800 811 811 Men's DV Helpline - 1800 600 636 Sexual Assault Helpline - 1800 010 120 Salvo's - 13 72 58 NDIS Community Connect - 1300 492 492 Angel's Community Cupboard (Emergency Food Relief) - 4100 2715 Bargara Men’s Shed Inc - 0499 542 420 Bundaberg Housing Services - 4153 1239 Care for Carers - STEPS Social & Community - 4150 1900 Centacare CQ - 1300 523 985 Family and Child Connect - 13 32 64 Family Relationship Centre - 1300 885 373 Youth Services Bundaberg - 0407 371 802 Child Youth and Mental Health - 4150 2620 Meals on Wheels - 4151 5825 Salvation Army Financial Relief - 1300 371 288 UnitingCare Community - Counselling Services - 4153 8400 St Vincent de Paul Society Bundaberg - Emergency Relief - 1800 846 643 Queensland Aged and Disability Advocacy - 1800 818 338 Community Lifestyle Support - 1300 257 753 Reach out and Be Kind

11.01.2022 Did you get up to mischief at the end of Grade 12? This High School in Mosman NSW has had a For Sale sign installed for Muck-Up Day!

10.01.2022 Did you know that today November 30 is Computer Security Day. The unofficial holiday encourages people to secure their computers and their personal information. Secure your computers, electronic devices and online passwords. So it’s a good time to take extra precautions with passwords. Did you know scammers could use your password if you share it with friends or family to use on multiple accounts. ... The worst thing you can do is to use simple easy to guess passwords. Apparently weak and default passwords are liked by scammers. A tip is to have a strong password and change it every 30 days and use 14 or more characters. See more

10.01.2022 Our team here at the Bundy Book LOVES dogs (and cats , and.......well, all animals actually) TODAY is National Dog Day! ... Help us celebrate by sharing your favourite photo in the comments National Dog Day

09.01.2022 46 Days and counting! The turtles are coming....... Turtle Encounter tours will commence on Friday 6 November 2020 and continue to late March 2021. Home to the largest turtle rookery on the Australian East Coast and just a stone throw away from the Southern Great Barrier Reef, Bundy's backyard is overflowing with turtle-y awesome encounters.... Come experience a day out on the beautiful Southern Great Barrier Reef swimming alongside curious mother turtles in an effervescent coral lagoon, and add more turtle to your holiday with the Mon Repos Nightly Turtle Encounter, the only ranger-guided turtle encounter available on the east-coast. Each year between November and March, turtle tracks paint our shores along Mon Repos Beach, Lady Musgrave Island and Lady Elliot Island, as mother turtles haul themselves up sandy dunes to nest and emerging hatchlings erupt form their nests to make a dash to the sea. Come discover our regions rich turtle history and the importance of conservation with a day or overnight stay on the Southern Great Barrier Reef, or follow a trained turtle ranger on a unique Mon Repos Turtle Encounter this Bundaberg Turtle Season. For everyone's safety, and in line with the park's COVID plan, visitor numbers have been reduced for the Turtle Centre and Turtle Encounter tours. **Bookings for Turtle Encounter tours will open on Monday 12 October 2020** - Book early and book your family or social group as one booking. - Nightly Visitor numbers are restricted to a maximum of 70 people. - Turtle Encounter tour groups are restricted to 14 people per tour group (excluding school groups) PH 1300722099 Refer: Visit Bundaberg, Queensland

09.01.2022 2020 QLD general election postal vote applications open tomorrow, Monday 14 September and close on Friday 16 October. Electoral Commissioner Pat Vidgen said the option to apply for a postal vote weeks before the start of the election period, will support electors who may not want to vote in person due to COVID-19. The ECQ is working to ensure Queensland electors have every opportunity to vote for their representative in the next Parliament, Mr Vidgen said. ... Usually postal vote applications open with the issue of the writ, which begins the election period. However, with COVID-19 still a factor, we anticipate strong interest in postal voting just as we saw in March’s local government elections where around 570,000 electors applied. While electors can apply for a postal vote on the ECQ website or by phoning the ECQ’s call centre from Monday 14 September, we can’t mail the ballot papers until after candidate nominations close in mid-October. We remind electors who applied for a postal vote in March and want to postal vote in October, they need to apply again, he said. The ECQ is also establishing special postal voting arrangements for residents of certain aged care facilities which would usually receive a mobile polling service as a ‘declared institution’. Due to COVID-19 restrictions and to protect vulnerable residents, the ECQ is unable to provide this service for this election. However, the ECQ will streamline the postal vote process for these facilities, to make sure it is easy for residents to vote by post if that is their preference. Mr Vidgen said electors can be assured ECQ is ready to deliver a COVID-safe State general election with its Statement of Intent outlining the election’s delivery principles. We are planning for an election period with two weeks of extended early voting days and hours, including voting on Saturday 24 October as well as election day voting between 8am and 6pm on Saturday 31 October, he said. To ensure voting in person can be as streamlined as possible, we ask electors to ‘plan the way they’ll have their say’. That means planning their vote, choosing where and when they’ll vote, staying 1.5 metres apart, using hand sanitiser and bringing their own pen or pencil. The ECQ continues to take the advice of the Chief Health Officer in safely managing voting in Queensland. It’s important to note that due to everyone’s careful adherence to health advice during the March local government elections, there was no subsequent spike in COVID-19 infections, he said. To apply for a postal vote online from Monday 14 September, go to ecq.qld.gov.au To apply via the call centre from Monday 14 September, phone 1300 881 665. To make sure you’re correctly enrolled go to aec.gov.au. To read the ECQ’s 2020 State general election Statement of Intent. ECQ media statements are at ecq.qld.gov.au/media.

09.01.2022 The morning after I killed myself, I woke up. I made myself breakfast in bed. I added salt and pepper to my eggs and used my toast for a cheese and bacon sandwich. I squeezed a grapefruit into a juice glass. I scraped the ashes from the frying pan and rinsed the butter off the counter. I washed the dishes and folded the towels. The morning after I killed myself, I fell in love. Not with the boy down the street or the middle school princ...ipal. Not with the everyday jogger or the grocer who always left the avocados out of the bag. I fell in love with my mother and the way she sat on the floor of my room holding each rock from my collection in her palms until they grew dark with sweat. I fell in love with my father down at the river as he placed my note into a bottle and sent it into the current. With my brother who once believed in unicorns but who now sat in his desk at school trying desperately to believe I still existed. The morning after I killed myself, I walked the dog. I watched the way her tail twitched when a bird flew by or how her pace quickened at the sight of a cat. I saw the empty space in her eyes when she reached a stick and turned around to greet me so we could play catch but saw nothing but sky in my place. I stood by as strangers stroked her muzzle and she wilted beneath their touch like she did once for mine. The morning after I killed myself, I went back to the neighbors’ yard where I left my footprints in concrete as a two year old and examined how they were already fading. I picked a few daylilies and pulled a few weeds and watched the elderly woman through her window as she read the paper with the news of my death. I saw her husband spit tobacco into the kitchen sink and bring her her daily medication. The morning after I killed myself, I watched the sun come up. Each orange tree opened like a hand and the kid down the street pointed out a single red cloud to his mother. The morning after I killed myself, I went back to that body in the morgue and tried to talk some sense into her. I told her about the avocados and the stepping stones, the river and her parents. I told her about the sunsets and the dog and the beach. The morning after I killed myself, I tried to unkill myself, but couldn’t finish what I started. Meggie Royer #PoetryIsNotDead - painting by Adam Tan

08.01.2022 What can you make from mashed potato, pasta, rice, strawberries and carrots? Check this out - amazing edible artwork Jacob's FOOD Diaries https://m.facebook.com/jacobsfooddiaries/

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08.01.2022 And the’re racing.at Mount Perry. Yes the annual Mount Perry Races are on Saturday 14th November with five races on the card. Covid rules will apply on the day. ... The feature race will be the Mount Perry Cup. Ladies - Dress up for Fashions of the Field. The winner will go in the final with winners from Monto, Eidsvold, and Gayndah. Two other highlights on the day are Jocks Plate and the Fillies Dash at 5pm. Camping is free but campers need to be fully self contained. Nightime by Mark Lavendar. Remember to book on line. No tickets will be sold at the gate. Go to mountperryraces.com Mt Perry Race Club Inc Pictured below is Mount Perry from the air, a Fashions in the Field flashback and a Mount Perry race.

07.01.2022 LOVE camping Check out Rocky Point Retreat Winfield 63km north of Bundaberg is a pet-friendly waterfront camp ground, perfectly suited to campers with self-contained caravans, RVs, camping trailers or tents who like fishing & are looking for a peaceful and relaxing holiday experience. TO BOOK: Phone: 0741566111, Email: [email protected]

07.01.2022 NOW is the perfect time to visit magical Lady Elliot Island! Enjoy 2 or 3 nights of secluded bliss on the remote coral cay. The "Reef Retreat tour" offers you snorkelling, kayaking, diving, or reef walking whilst staying in the new Eco Cabins. Lady Elliot Island is located at the southern tip of the World Heritage Listed Great Barrier Reef. It is a sanctuary for over 1,200 species of marine life and is known for its abundance of manta rays and turtles and the unspoilt co...ral reef. It is a short 40 min flight from Bundaberg. Like to know more? Contact Sunstate Travel Centre on 41522322 or email - [email protected] Photo credit: Tourism QLD

07.01.2022 Incredible Rescue Story A Brahminy Kite was saved from almost certain death by RSPCA Qld’s Bundaberg Inspector Andrew Petrie. A local fisherman at Coonarr Beach near Bundaberg called Andrew when he saw the bird hanging from a branch with a hook through its beak. The fishing line attached to the hook had got caught on the branch and the bird was unable to free itself and certainly couldn’t fly.... Realising the ladder in his truck was way too short to reach the branch, Andrew called the SES. However even their ladder couldn’t reach the bird so they ended up cutting the branch. Branch and bird plunged into the water and Andrew was able to reach the bird and remove the hook and line. Luckily I had some gloves in the car because he was understandably frightened and his talons were razor sharp, laughed Andrew. I would also like to sincerely thank the SES and the fisherman who called us. The Brahminy Kite was taken to Sugarlands Veterinary surgery who kept him in for observation overnight. He was a beautiful bird and this should be a timely reminder to clean up your fishing waste. Sadly we see birds entangled in fishing line on a regular basis. At our Wildlife Hospital in Brisbane a pelican came in that had seven hooks in it and on it! Andrew was able to release the kite on Saturday Source: RSPCA Bundaberg

07.01.2022 Book using Afterpay with Lady Musgrave Experience and relax in the stunning lagoon of Lady Musgrave Island Or take part in one of their many activities that are provided in their great barrier reef day tours. Browse the range of activities on their website and find something that interest you. ... What are you waiting for? Life is too short Book online to get started. https://ladymusgraveexperience.com.au/bookings/ Lady Musgrave Experience

07.01.2022 Hey Kids - what should visitors to Bundaberg see? How good an artist are you? The Bundy Book for visitors will be out in early December and we invite our younger readers to send us a drawing of what they think visitors should see. It may be the turtles laying their eggs at Mon Repos, relaxing on one of our beaches, checking out the view from the Hummock, going whale watching, picnics in the Botanic Gardens, t...aking a cruise on the river, or perhaps visiting the zoo in Alexandra Park. There will be three sections and the winning entries for each section will receive a family pass for two adults and two children to visit during the day the Turtle Centre at Mon Repos. Ranger Cathy Gatley said this new centre used state of the art technology to provide visitors with the ultimate turtle experience. The theatrette features a sandy beach and screens where visitors can sit on the sand and view the journey of the turtles nesting experience. All entries must be A 5 size - 148 mm high by 210 mm wide in any medium. Competition is open to those between 5 & 15. You can post us your entry. The address is PO Box 1775 Bundaberg 4670. Please Attach another piece of paper with your name, suburb, and contact phone number and your age. Or drop your entry into the Camera House in Bourbong Street. Don't forget to attach your name and contact details. PLEASE don't put your name on the back of the drawing. All entries will be given to Nicky Staff the producer of Night Of a 1000 Drawings to be held in November at the Wind Mill at Bargara for display. The entrance fee for that special night is $20 and each guest can choose their pick of one of the artworks. Anyone can supply artwork for this night. Drop your artwork into the Windmill by 31 October. ***The Night of a Thousand Drawings will be held 28th November. Your entry raises money for charity. Winning entries will be displayed here and on our website. So hurry. Enter now.

06.01.2022 LOOK OUT for the new edition of the Bundy Local Book.... * Stay Healthy - a guide to your health * Forever Young - for our senior citizens * Education Choices - colleges, schools, kindergartens, child care in the Bundaberg region * ISIS club’s 100th birthday... * Donovon’s Family Farms with over 100,000 avocado trees * Hot Property - Bundaberg Real Estate * Also featuring one of the biggest pineapple farms in the area - Litttabella Pines. We have pictures and stories on this Yandaran plantation. * Read about the famous author who writes outback mysteries for Penguin Random House who lives in Bundaberg * Kids can win family passes to visit the new Tourist Centre at Mon Repos in our drawing competition * Send us your favourite avocado recipe and win a tray of top shelf Donovan Avos PLUS the new summertime Bundy Book for Tourists is coming late November with the turtles and thousands of visitors. Are you in the tourist business? You should advertise in The Bundy Book. Phone 07 41531133 or email - [email protected]

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04.01.2022 This colourful Calendar is a good souvenir of your visit to the Bundy region! The Rotary Club of Bundaberg Central has produced their 2021 Bundaberg District Calendar. Long time Rotarian Cal Toft told the Bundy Book that the calendar has been printed for 12 years and is purchased by locals to post to relatives and friends and by many visitors to the area.... The latest calendar has photos of the Post Office, Bundy Barrel, Barolin Rocks, The Old Bundy Tavern, Star fish and coral, the Burnett River, a manta ray, a whale, Baldwin Swamp, the Burnett Traffic Bridge, Fraser Island dingoes, and the train in the Botanic Gardens. The colour photos were taken by Bundaberg Photography Club members Tracy Olive, Diane Foley, Rachel Baillie and Grace Duffy with sponsorship from leading Bundaberg businesses. $ Buy your calendar at Dymocks, Grunskes, Trade Winds, Carlyle Gardens, Bargara Butchers and G and T Autos. **Cost is only $6 Get in early in 2021 for the 2022 calendar Bundaberg Central Rotary Club This underwater photo was taken by local photographer Tracy Olive

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02.01.2022 BEWARE So far this year Australians have lost over $8.8 million to threat based scams Young people are reporting the highest losses. Threat based scammers often pretend to be from government departments and rely on fear, intimidation and people’s instinct to comply with authority, to scam victims. ... These scams are mainly phone-based and impersonate various officials, such as police, ATO officers or government investigators. People aged 24 and under reported losing more than $4.1 million to threat based scams and women reported losses three times higher than men. It is extremely concerning that young people are being so severely emotionally and financially impacted by threat based scams, ACCC Deputy Chair Delia Rickard said. These losses can be devastating and they can also lead to a loss of trust in authority, meaning victims of threat based scams may be less likely to seek help or advice from legitimate agencies in the future. So far this year Scamwatch has received over 18,000 reports of these scams, an increase of 40 per cent compared to reports across all of 2019. Government departments will never send pre-recorded messages to your phone or threaten you with immediate arrest, Ms Rickard said. If you’re not sure whether a call is legitimate, hang up and call the organisation directly by finding their details through an independent search. Never send money or give credit card details or personal information to anyone you don’t know or trust and never by email or over the phone. More information on scams is available on the Scamwatch website, including how to make a report and where to get help. Consumers can also download the ACCC’s Little Black Book of Scams, which has been translated into 10 languages.

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01.01.2022 Well, it's that time of the year AGAIN! Beware of swooping Magpies. Where have you been attacked? Did you survive?

01.01.2022 Great story - had to share with you all