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3 October 2024

Writers festival fun

Spread across the charming towns of Nambour, Mapleton, Montville, and Maleny, this festival promises an immersive experience for lovers of literature, aspiring authors, and anyone who appreciates the art of storytelling. This three-day event celebrat...

3 October 2024

Care reforms

The package will ensure that government funding for aged care grows more sustainably, so that when people need it, dignified and high-quality residential aged care will be available. The Federal Government will also invest $4.3 billion to roll out a ...

2 October 2024

Former rail employee retires after 20 years of service

Having worked in customer service at the Fortitude Valley station for most of his career, Brad Moore said he will now “take it easy” in retirement, adding that he will miss his customers the most. “I really enjoyed helping people and got a real buzz ...

2 October 2024

Let’s drink to this

Completed in 1984, Wivenhoe Dam has been pivotal in supplying approximately 50 per cent of SEQ water supply, and has supported the agricultural industry, employment opportunities and recreation in the region for decades. 65-year-old Wivenhoe Field Ra...

2 October 2024

‘Just the tip of the iceberg’

The volunteer-run service, Eats 4 The Streets, has provided thousands of meals since launching its first Lunch on the Lakes event in May this year. Founder Michael Cox said it was clear from the very first BBQ just how vital the service was for the c...

1 October 2024

Kilcoy’s mini Olympics

Welcoming their own NDIS clients, along with Anglicare clients and Aloaka Care Centre residents, the day provided a wide range of games, including Connect Four, bowling, and target toss, ending with a medal presentation. Able Retreats business admini...

1 October 2024

Millions for dodgy roads

Member for Nanango, Deb Frecklington, and Member for Lockyer, Jim McDonald, announced $20 million for upgrades to the Brisbane Valley Highway (BVH) this week, while last week, Member for Glass House, Andrew Powell, promised $10m for repairs to D’Agul...