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Statement on Ambulance Wheel fundraiser

Published on 20 November 2025

Council would like to reassure the community that the much-loved Ambulance Wheel fundraiser will continue in 2025 — right where it belongs at Scarness Park.

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Fraser Coast shines bright as Christmas festivities begin

Published on 20 November 2025

The Fraser Coast is embracing the festive season with a series of Christmas tree light-ups and community carol events across Hervey Bay and Maryborough.

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Community groups receive funding boost for local projects

Published on 19 November 2025

Upgrading community clubrooms, improving digital access for residents and supporting local sports facilities are among the projects to receive funding through the latest round of Fraser Coast Regional Council’s Community Grants Program.

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TreeClimb adventure coming to Botanic Gardens

Published on 19 November 2025

A new outdoor adventure attraction with high-ropes and zipline courses is set for the Hervey Bay Botanic Gardens, following Fraser Coast Regional Council’s decision today to progress negotiations with nature-based tourism operator TreeClimb.

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Have your say on how Nikenbah and Dundowran grow

Published on 18 November 2025

Fraser Coast residents, landowners and businesses are being invited to have their say on a draft plan setting out how the Nikenbah and Dundowran areas could grow over the coming decades.

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Microplastics takes top honours at Waste to Art Exhibition

Published on 17 November 2025

A striking microplastics mosaic and dresses made from recycled denim and storage bags wowed visitors at the Waste to Art Exhibition, which opened at Gatakers Artspace in Maryborough.

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Upgrades to make Torquay roads safer and easier to use

Published on 17 November 2025

A major upgrade starts in Torquay this week to make Denmans Camp Road and Totness Street safer, smoother and easier to use for residents, businesses and visitors.

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Maryborough Customer Service Centre temporary closure

Published on 14 November 2025

Fraser Coast Regional Council has temporarily closed its Maryborough Customer Service Centre after dust from works being carried out by the building’s owner above the office was tested and found to contain asbestos.

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Maryborough Aquatic Centre water play area revamp

Published on 14 November 2025

Families will soon be able to enjoy Maryborough Aquatic Centre’s water play area again, with work starting next week to repair, refresh and reopen this popular Fraser Coast feature.

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Access upgrades at Fraser Coast sports precinct

Published on 12 November 2025

Getting around the Fraser Coast Sports and Recreation Precinct will soon be easier and safer, with work starting on new internal access roads and footpaths.

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