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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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Grow It Local campaign takes root

Published on 18 February 2026

Fraser Coast Regional Council will officially launch the Grow It Local campaign in April, encouraging residents to attend hands-on gardening events, meet gardening experts Paul West and Darryl Nichols, and register for the Grow It Local online program.

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Free training to support people in crisis

Published on 17 February 2026

Would you know what to say if someone close to you was overwhelmed, struggling or grieving after a traumatic event?

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Fraser Coast Community Expo this Sunday

Published on 11 February 2026

The Fraser Coast Community Expo 2026 kicks off this Sunday at the Hervey Bay PCYC, bringing together the community groups that help make the Fraser Coast a great place to live.

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Record number become citizens on Australia Day

Published on 20 January 2026

A record number of 121 Fraser Coast residents will officially become Australian citizens at a special ceremony next Monday, marking the largest citizenship ceremony ever held on Australia Day in the region’s history.

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Inspiring achievements honoured at Australia Day Awards

Published on 20 January 2026

From visionary leadership, homelessness advocacy to showcasing the Fraser Coast on the national stage, the 2026 Australia Day Awards celebrate an inspiring mix of achievements and worthy recipients.

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Celebrate community at the Fraser Coast Community Expo

Published on 14 January 2026

The Fraser Coast Community Expo kicks off next month, highlighting the clubs and organisations that bring our community together, with stall registrations still available.

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Final grants round delivers $194,000 boost

Published on 12 January 2026

Fraser Coast community groups and not-for-profit organisations are being urged to apply for Council funding, with more than $194,000 available in the final round of the 2025–26 Community Grants Program.

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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.

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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.

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Fraser Coast celebrates record-breaking Tones and I Concert

Grow It Local campaign takes root

Free training to support people in crisis

Fraser Coast Community Expo this Sunday

Record number become citizens on Australia Day

Inspiring achievements honoured at Australia Day Awards

Celebrate community at the Fraser Coast Community Expo

Final grants round delivers $194,000 boost

Safer paths for two school streets

Council backs vital emergency services on Fraser Coast

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