Safer paths for two school streets Published on 16 December 2025 Footpaths and crossings outside two Fraser Coast schools will be upgraded over the summer holidays to improve safety for students, families and other pedestrians. Tagged as: , Community, Council, Development & Infrastructure, Media Releases
Council backs vital emergency services on Fraser Coast Published on 10 December 2025 Fraser Coast Regional Council has renewed and expanded its support for three key emergency services – the Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS), LifeFlight, and local Rural Fire Brigades. Tagged as: , Community, Council, Media Releases
Fraser Coast Christmas Lights Trail map unveiled Published on 01 December 2025 Fraser Coast streets will be glowing from tonight as the region’s Christmas Lights Trail officially goes live, complete with an interactive online map to help residents explore the festive displays. Tagged as: , Community, Council, Media Releases
Groups invited to join Fraser Coast Community Expo Published on 26 November 2025 Local community, sporting and not-for-profit groups are invited to take part in the Fraser Coast Community Expo 2026 – a showcase of the clubs and organisations that make our region thrive. Tagged as: , Community, Council, Media Releases, Sports & Recreation
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. Tagged as: , Community, Council, Media Releases
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. Tagged as: , Community, Council, Media Releases
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. Tagged as: , Community, Media Releases, Sports & Recreation
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. Tagged as: , Community, Council, Sports & Recreation
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. Tagged as: , Arts & Culture, Community, Media Releases, Waste & Recycling
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. Tagged as: , Community, Media Releases, Sports & Recreation