Community

26 June 2025

First recipients of Bright Future Grants by Pumicestone MP

Each quarter, four recipients receive $250 to help with equipment, participation costs or local projects that build a stronger Pumicestone. However, the strength of applications in the first round led Ms Doolan to award six grants instead. “I’m proud...

26 June 2025

Somerset wins for top tourism towns

The annual awards recognise outstanding regional destinations and honour communities that demonstrate a commitment to visitor excellence. Somerset Regional Council Economic Development and Tourism Advisory Committee Chair, Mayor Jason Wendt, was exci...

25 June 2025

New data on dementia

It is expected by the end of June, the number of National Dementia Helpline enquiries related to dementia care and support will have increased by nearly 20 per cent compared to the previous financial year. Dementia Australia CEO Professor Tanya Bucha...

25 June 2025

Marching to the beat of Vietnam

The fervour hit us like a tidal wave, seeing crowds swell in District 1 until authorities closed the centre for the main parade, forcing us to check out a day early and reshuffle plans at the last minute. Upon arrival, we dived headfirst into Saigon’...

25 June 2025

Commercial fishing back in business

For over a decade, Government-issued Investment and Increased Effort Warning Notifications discouraged growth, stifled development and, in some cases, limited access to finance.This created uncertainty and blocked innovation at a time when the indust...

24 June 2025

Anger over mindless destruction

The latest blow is at Ebert Park, Bray Park, which was targeted twice in a week.Fires gutted two slides, a rope bridge, climbing equipment and a shade sail—causing an estimated $100,000 in damage just days before winter school holidays.“In this cost-...

24 June 2025

A blooming good time

Live shows, an incredible ‘Mosaic on the Hill’ artwork and plenty creative and colourful characters made for a festive atmosphere as showers threatened.Well done to volunteers of The Valley of the Lakes Garden Club for turning the event into somethin...

22 June 2025

QSEC’s design plans for major upgrade underway

The project will assess the improvements needed to elevate QSEC’s capacity to host world-class equestrian events, from local and state competitions to national and international tournaments. Mayor Peter Flannery said the initiative could mark a turni...

22 June 2025

Little River Band Tribute

Led by former LRB keyboardist Scott Browne, the band promises faithful and spot-on renditions of the group’s biggest hits, including “Lonesome Loser,” “Lady,” “It’s a Long Way There,” and “Happy Anniversary.” The free-entry show kicks off at 8:30 pm ...