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Wide Bay councils tackle battery fire risks

Published on 02 March 2026

Wide Bay Burnett residents are being urged to safely dispose of battery-powered devices this March and April as four councils join forces to reduce the risk of battery-related fires.

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Design-a-Bookmark competition returns to Fraser Coast

Published on 02 March 2026

Reading wombats, vibrant landscapes and a love of books featured among the winning designs in last year’s Fraser Coast Libraries Design-a-Bookmark competition, with residents now invited to get creative again for 2026.

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Help shape Fraser Coast neighbourhoods

Published on 27 February 2026

Local residents and businesses are invited to have their say on how future housing, neighbourhoods and infrastructure will develop across the region, with public consultation now open on the first package of proposed changes to the Fraser Coast Planning Scheme.

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Proposed amendments to the Fraser Coast Planning Scheme and new LGIP

Published on 26 February 2026

Proposed amendments to the Fraser Coast Planning Scheme and New Local Government Infrastructure Plan (LGIP)

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Community hub milestone as crane removed

Published on 26 February 2026

The removal of the tower crane from the Hervey Bay Community Hub site marks another significant milestone in the delivery of the city-shaping project.

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Council backs funding bid for Eskdale Park upgrade

Published on 26 February 2026

Fraser Coast Regional Council has backed a Queensland Rugby League (QRL) application seeking $3 million in federal funding to upgrade Eskdale Park in Maryborough.

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Fraser Coast takes key step towards 2032 Olympics

Published on 25 February 2026

Fraser Coast Regional Council has formally confirmed its commitment to the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, marking an important step in preparations for the region to host archery in Maryborough.

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New footpaths rolling out across Hervey Bay

Published on 25 February 2026

Residents across Hervey Bay will soon see construction begin on four new footpaths designed to make neighbourhoods safer, more connected and easier to get around.

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Fraser Coast celebrates record-breaking Tones and I Concert

Published on 24 February 2026

The Fraser Coast has reinforced its reputation as a major events destination, with 8,100 tickets sold for the Tones and I concert at the Maryborough Showgrounds & Equestrian Park on Sunday night.

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Help us reach 100,000 trees with tree planting days

Published on 24 February 2026

Fraser Coast residents are invited to roll up their sleeves and help grow a greener region, with three community tree planting days scheduled across Maryborough, Booral and Takura from next month.

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Media Releases

Wide Bay councils tackle battery fire risks

Design-a-Bookmark competition returns to Fraser Coast

Help shape Fraser Coast neighbourhoods

Proposed amendments to the Fraser Coast Planning Scheme and new LGIP

Community hub milestone as crane removed

Council backs funding bid for Eskdale Park upgrade

Fraser Coast takes key step towards 2032 Olympics

New footpaths rolling out across Hervey Bay

Fraser Coast celebrates record-breaking Tones and I Concert

Help us reach 100,000 trees with tree planting days

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