SplashSide to close for annual maintenance Published on 21 July 2026 SplashSide at Anzac Park in Maryborough will temporarily close for six weeks from Monday 3 August to Sunday 13 September 2026 while essential annual maintenance is carried out. Tagged as: , Council, Media Releases, Sports & Recreation
Record low unemployment for Fraser Coast Published on 20 July 2026 The Fraser Coast's unemployment rate has fallen to a record low of 4.5 per cent as the region continues to build economic momentum. Tagged as: , Business, Council, Media Releases
Nominations open for 2026 Fraser Coast Ability Awards Published on 20 July 2026 The search is on for the Fraser Coast's next Ability Award winners, with nominations now open for the 2026 Fraser Coast Ability Awards after last year's event celebrated everyone from a ParaMatildas footballer to a business creating employment pathways for people with disability. Tagged as: , Community, Council, Media Releases
Fraser Coast shines for Brisbane 2032 countdown Published on 20 July 2026 Fraser Coast businesses, community groups and residents are being encouraged to turn the region green and gold on Thursday as Queensland celebrates six years until the Brisbane 2032 Olympic Games. Tagged as: , Council, Media Releases, Sports & Recreation
Help celebrate Scarness Rotunda’s 100th anniversary Published on 16 July 2026 Fraser Coast residents are invited to a special community celebration next month to officially name the parkland surrounding the iconic Scarness Band Rotunda as Haddow's Corner, recognising the Haddow family's lasting contribution to the development of Scarness. Tagged as: , Community, Council, Media Releases
Scooter convoy returns with a fantasy twist Published on 15 July 2026 Dust off your fairy wings, channel your inner mermaid or embrace your magical side - the annual Fraser Coast Mobility Scooter and Wheelchair Convoy is set to cast a spell over the Fraser Coast with a fantasy theme this year. Tagged as: , Community, Council, Media Releases
Final preparations underway for Hervey Bay Library move Published on 14 July 2026 Final preparations are underway for the opening of the new Hervey Bay Library, with the current library building on Old Maryborough Road set to close from 4pm on Saturday 1 August as collections and equipment are relocated to the Hervey Bay Community Hub. Tagged as: , Council, Libraries, Media Releases
Community invited to plant Council's 100,000th tree Published on 13 July 2026 Fraser Coast residents are being encouraged to roll up their sleeves and help Council plant its 100,000th tree at a community tree planting event in Takura later this month. Tagged as: , Council, Environment, Media Releases
Exhibitors sought for Over 50s Lifestyle Expo Published on 06 July 2026 Fraser Coast businesses, community organisations, sporting groups and government agencies are being encouraged to showcase their products and services at this year's Over 50s Lifestyle Expo, with exhibitor expressions of interest now open. Tagged as: , Community, Council, Media Releases
Acclaimed authors to speak at Maryborough Library Published on 06 July 2026 From captivating historical fiction and sweeping African stories to gripping rural crime, three acclaimed Australian authors will visit Maryborough Library during July and August as part of the ongoing Lines in the Sand series of free author talks. Tagged as: , Community, Libraries, Media Releases