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24.01.2022 BURNETT TRAFFIC BRIDGE NIGHT CLOSURE: Main Roads are performing an annual routine inspection and servicing works. The bridge will be closed from Sunday 8 November to Thursday 12 November 2020, from 8pm to 5am. ... The bridge will be open outside of these times. While the bridge is temporarily closed, a detour route via Tallon Bridge will be signposted to assist non-local motorists with the changed conditions. Pedestrian access across the bridge will remain available while the works are underway. Please allow additional time for travel Please share this information with others that may be interested or affected by the works. For further information please contact TMR on 1300 728 390 during business hours or email [email protected]. Photo from State Library Qld, ca.1891

24.01.2022 Two mornings a week I walk to @bundy.fit for a workout. This mulberry tree is on the way and recently caught my eye as it’s full of fruit. I remember as a kid I’d spend hours in our mulberry tree in the backyard. I’d come down almost entirely purple with a belly full of berries. We also had passion fruit and choko vines along with a paw paw tree. I remember once we were too late picking a giant paw paw and it fell through the fibro eve of the little miners cottage we live ...in, leaving a massive hole and a constant reminder not to let the paw paws get too big. Outside was such an adventure growing up. I lived where Hinkler Central is today. The house backed onto a huge paddock with trees covered in those vines with the purple trumpet shaped flowers. We would spend hours making cubby houses in the trees. Can anyone tell me the name of that vine? It also used to cover the old shed in my grandmother’s backyard. #mulberrytree #tastebundaberg #growingup #pawpaw #bundabergregion

23.01.2022 The November issue of Youth Chronicles is out now. Read about the great things our young people are doing in the Bundaberg region. We have some pretty incredible kids who are doing really amazing things. I loved reading about Ben's journey with Burnett Youth Learning Centre, and the support the students from Kepnock State High School gave to Angels Community Group.... Please share, so everyone can read the positive messages. https://bit.ly/3kTOJ2q

23.01.2022 Water Interruptions in NORTH BUNDY tomorrow on the Hinkler Avenue service road (between Mount Perry Road and Gavegan Street) Friday 2nd 9.30-12.30pm... Residents have been advised via letterbox drop and all information is available on Council’s website: https://www.bundaberg.qld.gov.au/service-interruptions

21.01.2022 I've been getting a few questions around early voting for the upcoming state election, so I thought I'd share some information. Election day is Saturday the 31st October. You can vote early from the 19th October at the Old Blockbuster/Wintergarden Building on the corner of Maryborough & Woongarra Streets. The same building the pre-polling was conducted for the local government elections in March. You can also apply for a postal vote at this link:... https://bit.ly/2GIwI7X Click here for a map of the Bundaberg and Burnett electoral boundaries https://results.ecq.qld.gov.au///State2015/Burnett/Map.pdf #haveyoursay

20.01.2022 Fencing for the Botanic Gardens playground is one of four projects being rolled out in the precinct to improve safety for children and families. Works begin tomorrow on the first of the projects, and with weather permitting the fencing will be in place, well in time for the Christmas School Holidays. This isn't my best work to camera, but the message is a great one. The playground is getting a fence - yay !!! Please share the good news.... You can read the full story here: https://www.bundabergnow.com//botanic-gardens-projects-im/

20.01.2022 For the past few years I’ve had the pleasure of attending the Burnett Youth Learning Centre’s Graduation Day. I found myself there again today and couldn’t quite believe an entire year has passed since I last attended. So much has happened in the past 12 months! Today Jordan and Misty graduated and received a pile of awards! In addition they both completed their Certificate 1 in Hospitality. ... Gen has had been training them this year and was very excited about the growth both these amazing young people have had in 2020. #growing our own #bylc #burnettyouthlearningcentre #youth #training #youngpeople

20.01.2022 Why did I choose this photo? Find out at the bottom of the post The Department of Transport & Main Roads are undertaking maintenance works on Kennedy Bridge. They happen often due to the aggressive salt water environment that the steel structure is exposed to. ... These works reduce ongoing maintenance costs and preserve the 122-year-old heritage listed structure. The works are happening Sundays to Thursdays, at night from 8pm - to 5am early morning, until September. The above times are current until 8th July and then I will post an update. I choose this photo as I was looking at it with my 7 year old boy. He was reading the date on the plaque and made comment about Bert Hinkler being a boy when the bridge was built. We had recently read a children's book about Bert so we looked up his birthday and he was 7 when Kennedy Bridge was constructed. The same age as my boy. Gabe was super chuffed!

19.01.2022 Tomorrow in Central Bundy there are scheduled water interruptions on Branyan Street, between Bourbong & Woondooma Streets. Wednesday 23rd December 2020 10am to 12 noon... Residents have been notified via letterbox drop and all information is available on Council’s website : https://www.bundaberg.qld.gov.au/service-interruptions Should you require any further assistance though please contact Council’s Water Services Section on 1300 883 699.

18.01.2022 Meet Pete and Rob from Jeremiah House. They operate Bundy's newest Op Shop, JERRY'S at 85 Targo Street. The Op Shop was born as a means to raise money to fund and operate Australia's first Men's Shelter. The vision of Jeremiah House is to be Australia wide within ten years and operating their head office from Bundaberg. They aspire to provide a stable quality of life for men with children in their care and to create belonging and security within themselves and their commu...nities. If you are looking to volunteer, donate items, or even just go shopping, pop in and see them at 85 Targo Street. You can find more information at their website: https://jeremiahhouse.com.au/

17.01.2022 During the past week or so I’ve had the pleasure of joining our Golden Oldies from all over the region with their Christmas celebrations. I’ve been up to Gin Gin and out to Childers, and have also visited with the Margaret Rose residents and today with the crazy crew from Gracie Dixon It’s so lovely to see everyone out and about enjoying themselves after the strange year we’ve had. ... Wishing you a very merry Christmas and a safe and prosperous new year. #seniors #celebration #christmas

17.01.2022 Tomorrow in North Bundy there are scheduled water interruptions on Perry Street, between Queen Street and the Hinkler Avenue Service road Wednesday 7 October 2020 9.30 am to12.30 pm Residents have been notified via letterbox drop and all information is available on Council’s website.... Should you require any further assistance though please contact Council’s Water Services Section on 1300 883 699.

16.01.2022 Not sure who to vote for in next months State Election? #voteforlocal This website may help. You can compare the policies of the major parties on the issues that matter to you the most. What matters to you?... sustaining local jobs strengthening our regions keeping communities safe protecting the environment https://voteforlocal.com.au/

16.01.2022 This week is NAIDOC Week 8th -15th November. National Aboriginal and Islanders Day Observance Committee, and each year there is a NAIDOC Theme and NAIDOC Poster Competition. This year's theme is "Always Was, Always Will Be". This years National Poster is by Noongar and Saibai Islander man, Tyrown Waigana.... Tyrown’s passion for art and design began at an early age and his goal is to make a living of being an artist and take on exciting new creative projects. Shape of Land description: The Rainbow Serpent came out of the Dreamtime to create this land. It is represented by the snake and it forms the shape of Australia, which symbolises how it created our lands. The colour from the Rainbow Serpent is reflected on to the figure to display our connection to the Rainbow Serpent, thus our connection to country. The overlapping colours on the outside is the Dreamtime. The figure inside the shape of Australia is a representation of Indigenous Australians showing that this country - since the dawn of time - Always Was, Always Will Be Aboriginal Land. You can download your copy of the National NAIDOC Poster here: https://www.naidoc.org.au/resources/get-your-poster

16.01.2022 I popped into Riverfeast Bundaberg today to see Karen and was pleased to hear they are opened for private events There’s a lot to think about when planning a function or a wedding, and Karen has the experience, the venue and the know-how! If you are looking for a venue for a private party, wedding or even a corporate event give Karen and her team a call. ... #buybundylocal #lovebundy #buylocal #riverviews #venuehire #eventplanning #functions #weddings #venue #weddingvenue

15.01.2022 Tomorrow in the Millbank area there are scheduled water interruptions on Finney & Hunt Streets Thursday 24th June 1pm - 2pm Residents have been notified via letterbox drop and all information is available on Council’s website :... https://www.bundaberg.qld.gov.au/service-interruptions Should you require any further assistance though please contact Council’s Water Services Section on 1300 883 699. See more

15.01.2022 W A S H P O O L C R E E K Restoration If you missed seeing us at Community Consultation on the weekend you can still have you say by visiting the following link: https://www.ourbundabergregion.com.au/washpool-creek-natura... The second image shows a small section of what Wash Pool Creek currently looks like. The third image is of Small Creek in Ipswich. It once looked like our Wash Pool Creek area and shows what is possible. Just onboard and have your say #community #consultation #talking #askingquestions

15.01.2022 We've had a busy week of community consultation involving the Regional Aquatic Centre and the Anzac Park redevelopment proposals. All in all we've had a fairly positive response to both projects. Council is still seeking feedback, and you can have your say easily by visiting this link https://www.ourbundabergregion.com.au/ The Our Bundaberg Region Website is the go to place to keep updated on all major council projects and to have your thoughts heard.... Norville Park Swimming Pool

15.01.2022 I'll be out this afternoon at 3pm. You'll find me in Breusch Street Park, on the corner of Avoca and Kennedy Streets behind Salter Oval with David Batt MP. We are holding a mobile office so please pop in and say hello Please note that social distancing measures will be adhered to and a sanitising station will be available.... If you've got something you'd like to raise with me but can't make it, please feel free to get in touch with me via the contact details below: 0437 896 592 [email protected]

14.01.2022 HELP SEND LESS TO LANDFILL Did you know you can dispose of your E-Waste for free at any of Council's Waste Facilities? Don't send it to landfill, separate out any of the following items and drop them off next time you are heading past.... Monitors Towers Laptops TV's Printers Tablets Kettles Microwaves Heaters Toasters You can also send up to 22kg of E-Waste through Australia Post for $14.95. Find out more here: https://techcollect.com.au/australia-post/ #refillnotlandfill #recycle #reuse

14.01.2022 Tomorrow in Central Bundy there are scheduled water interruptions on McLean Street between George & Electra Streets. Wednesday 13th January 7am to 8.30am Residents have been notified via letterbox drop and all information is available on Council’s website :... https://www.bundaberg.qld.gov.au/service-interruptions Should you require any further assistance though please contact Council’s Water Services Section on 1300 883 699.

14.01.2022 BUNDY NORTH Residents Do you live in Perry Street (between Queen St & Hinkler Ave, service Road) OR ... Kolan Street (between Edina & Perry Streets) Your water may be interrupted tomorrow Wednesday 30th September, between 9.30am and 12.30pm If your water is to be interrupted you will be advised via a letterbox drop. All info is also available on councils website: https://www.bundaberg.qld.gov.au/service-interruptions

13.01.2022 Every year In May, Queensland marks Domestic and Family Violence Prevention Month. This is done to raise community awareness of domestic and family violence and to send a clear message that it will not be tolerated. As the month draws to a close take time to remember all those who are affected by DV, some so much that it has become a normal daily occurrence. ... Please continue to spread the message and keep it alive all year round, NOT NOW, NOT EVER. #DFVP #actformason #notnownotever #masonjetlee DVConnect Womensline on 1800 811 811 DVConnect Mensline on 1800 600 636 1800 RESPECT on 1800 737 732 If you wish to speak to someone about your mental health and wellbeing, you can contact: Beyond Blue 1300 22 4636 Lifeline on 13 11 14 Mensline Australia on 1300 78 99 78 Children and young people Kids Helpline on 1800 55 1800 Headspace on 1800 650 890

13.01.2022 Cr Tanya McLoughlin and Cr May Mitchell, like myself are both new to council this year. This morning we joined forces and walked together to support the work of the @redrosefoundation and their mission to bring an end to domestic violence. In May last year the Red Rose Foundation launched the Red Bench Project. ... Its aim is to build a permanent reminder that domestic violence occurs within all of our communities. The presence of a Red Bench in a public location aims to raise public awareness and provide an opportunity for this important issue to remain visible. Red Bench aim to have at least one Red Bench in every local government area in Queensland. Each bench carries a plaque. Here in Bundy we have 4 Red Benches, located at Churches of Christ, The Neighbourhood Centre, Alexandra Park Zoo and the newest one at the Anglican Church. #walkagainstviolence #enddomesticviolence #familysafety #saynotoviolence

12.01.2022 FREE family tickets available now for Carols in the City at the Moncrieff Entertainment Centre THIS FRIDAY & SATURDAY night! Bookings for carols are essential and tickets are limited! So click the link below to grab your seats! https://bit.ly/3qE2rKf

12.01.2022 Council are upgrading the Burrum/Boreham Street Intersection. Works have already commenced, however Boreham Street will be closed to all traffic from 31st May to 18th June. Detours will be signed to guide motorists around the area, so please be sure to allow extra travel time. The project is a joint initiative of Bundaberg Regional Council and the Queensland Government.

12.01.2022 JUNIOR HINKLER INNOVATION AWARD 2020 Nominations Open The Junior Hinkler Innovation Award celebrates a young individual or group of individuals making a local, national, and/or global contribution to innovation. ... The award exists to inspire the same pioneering spirit of Bundaberg-born innovator and adventurer Bert Hinkler. The Junior Hinkler Innovation Award is open for community nominations. Nominate a young innovator here: https://www.hinklerinnovation.com/hinkler-innovation-award-1

10.01.2022 Last night I attended the Savour Exhibition at BRAG and enjoyed a delicious meal prepared by Trevor and his crew from all local ingredients. We dined with 4 of the artists and heard about their inspiration first hand. Savour is an exhibition about slowing down and savouring the art. On average, gallery visitors spend just 17 seconds looking at each artwork. This exhibition encourages viewers to take their time and spend an extended period in front of an artwork, exploring t...he individual sensations and emotions that the image evokes. Be sure to pop in and spend some time enjoying the works. It runs until June 20. #localartist #foodart #bundaberg

05.01.2022 Ben Artup and Amber Lutter are hero’s of The Bundaberg Jobs Commitment program. The idea for the program was born in 2019 with it launching early this year prior to the COVID-19 shutdown. The program aims to connect our youth with industry and increase and grow social capital in our regions young people. ... Research shows that high school students have a 89% success rate of leaving school and being engaged in further education, employment or training if they are exposed for 4 positive contacts with employers during their schooling. This is the goal of the Bundaberg Jobs Commitment. To facilitate and ensure these interactions and contacts happen. We as a community can change our future. This doesn’t only benefit young people, it benefits our community as a whole. #bundabergjobscommitment #bundaberg #youthareourfuture #growingourown #youngpeoplematter

04.01.2022 I'll be out this afternoon, 3pm at Lake Ellen with David Batt MP. We are holding a mobile office so please pop in and say hello Please note that social distancing measures will be adhered to and a sanitising station will be available. If you've got something you'd like to raise with me but can't make it, please feel free to get in touch with me via the contact details below:... 0437 896 592 [email protected]

03.01.2022 Roana from our parks and garden team has developed some free and fun activities for this school holidays. You can find them here to print at home or visit the gardens and pop into Café 1928, Hinkler Hall of Aviation or Bundaberg & District Historical Museum and grab a copy. Spend some time out doors and explore our beautiful gardens ... https://www.discoverbundaberg.com.au/learn-botanic-gardens See more

03.01.2022 FREE Kids Activity Trail Runs every day from 12th December 2020 to 26th January 2021 at the Bundaberg Botanic Gardens. Would you like to meet the Brazilian Silk Floss tree? Discover the King Fern? Learn about brush turkeys?... Follow the signposted activity trail at the Botanic Gardens by picking up a free Kids Activity Trail booklet from Hinkler Hall of Aviation, Café 1928 or the Historical Museum. Bring along a pencil and discover the opportunities for drawing, matching, measuring, sketching, word find and decoding. These booklets are aimed at children aged 8-12 years. https://www.whatsonbundaberg.com.au//1/kids-activity-trail

03.01.2022 Visiting Moore Park Beach today to hear about the master plan development ideas that the local community have contributed to. Until today it had been several years since I visited Moore Park Beach. This space on the front is just beautiful. You can grab a Jammin Coffee and a burger from The Bundy Burger Company here from 10am Friday through to Sunday. I’m bringing the family down. See you there

02.01.2022 I was chatting with a resident recently and she brought to my attention the lack of on street accessibleparking on Crofton Street just outside the medical suites. I sent an email and made a phone call and council officers visited the site to look at some options. The officers inspected the adjoining infrastructure for gradient, location, width etc and came up with a spot which was perfect as it only required some new line marking. ... A great outcome for our community members who live and deal with accessibility issues on a daily basis. I want to say a big thanks to the council officers who promptly attended to this issue and had a new accessible car park available in a very short time frame. #disabilityawareness #disabilityadvocate #disabilityinclusion #disability #inclusionmatters #inclusion #reducingbarrierstoparticipation #breakingbarriers

02.01.2022 Tomorrow Monday 9th November 2020 from 8am to 9am there is a scheduled water interruption: Walla & Toonburra Streets (between Quay & Bourbong Streets)... Residents have been notified via letterbox drop and all information is available on Council’s website: https://www.bundaberg.qld.gov.au/service-interruptions Should you require any further assistance in relation to this matter please contact Council’s Water Services Section on 1300 883 699.

02.01.2022 Today was the offical opening of the Milbi Magic Mosaic Project AKA Australia’s most Dazzling Dunny! Local artist Paul David Perry along with 230 volunteers have transformed the toilet block in Crawford Park at Bargara, into a masterpiece. It is spectacular to say the least. Over 6,500 hours have gone into this work of art, along with 100,000 individual pieces of glass and tile. ... Be sure to take a look when you’re in Bargara next. You can read more about the amazing stories here https://www.bundabergregion.org/milbi-magic #milbi #milbifestival #mosaic #communityart #mosaicart #visitbundabergnorthburnett #paulperryartist