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30 August 2025

Calls to reform breeder regulations

In Queensland, anyone breeding a dog must hold a Supply Number (SN), also called a Breeder Identification Number (BIN). Introduced in 2017, the system was intended to ensure every puppy can be traced back to its breeder. Despite this, investigations ...

29 August 2025

Lowood Swimming Pool to stay open 4 weeks longer

The increase from 30 to 34 weeks would have the next pool season running from 6 September 2025 to 3 May 2026. Somerset Mayor Jason Wendt said the Lowood Swimming Pool season extension had been trialled for three consecutive years to confirm community...

29 August 2025

Fruit and veg give mental health boost

The study by QUT researchers based at Brisbane’s Translational Research Institute (TRI) found that people who consumed less than one serve of vegetables per day had 1.6 times the odds of suffering psychological distress compared with those who consum...

29 August 2025

The thrills of DragonFest

Here’s a glimpse of what attendees can look forward to: Blessing of the Dragon BoatsThe festival begins with a serene and spiritual ceremony. Monks will perform a blessing of the dragon boats to ensure safe passage for all paddlers. This sacred ritua...

29 August 2025

Bribie’s new battery boost

The battery on Bribie Island will join a statewide rollout of 30 local network-connected units, including 18 already energised and 12 under construction, designed to store excess electricity generated by households with solar panels. Construction com...

28 August 2025

Veterans encouraged to speak up

The strategy aims to ensure the best possible services and supports are available for people who have served the nation. Member for Nanango, Deb Frecklington, said they want to hear about the real issues faced by veterans and their families, includin...

28 August 2025

Vietnam Vets’ Day

August 18 commemorated the anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan in 1966, when 108 Australian and New Zealand soldiers held off a much larger enemy force. The day has since become a time to recognise all who served in Vietnam, as well as the families...

28 August 2025

Local Kelpie runs for Top Dog

Now in its fifth year, the competition honours dogs who make a real difference in workplaces—whether in bustling offices or remote paddocks. Nemesis, a Kelpie from Burpengary East, is a finalist in the Top Dog With A Job category, representing Akhero...

27 August 2025

Bribie sets sail with MRQ

Just after 12:30pm, Radio Operator Jeff Kidner received a request from Queensland Ambulance Service to transport two ambulance officers to Tangalooma and medevac a patient back to their waiting ambulance at MRQ Bribie Island. Mr Kidner called in the ...