Vinnies put the Merry into Christmas for struggling families
On Thursday, 18 December, St Vincent de Paul Society Queensland members and volunteers rolled up their sleeves to pack 142 Christmas hampers for Gympie...
Beware Christmas fire hazards
Christmas lights are hung, and your homes are looking very festive.
This season, it’s important to check that your home is fire safe.
Check...
A :joy of Santa’s – the secret army a secret no more
Santa's secret is out,
For those who have wondered how he gets to so many homes in one night we now have the explanation -...
Hopes for ‘solemn, joyful end to demanding year’
The Christmas season provides us a well needed moment to slow down and reflect – not only on the year that has passed, but...
‘Family, friends and generosity’
As Christmas approaches, I extend my heartfelt best wishes to everyone across the Gympie region. This season is a time to gather with family...
‘Drive safely and hope for better times in 2026’
As we approach the end of 2025, I extend my best wishes to everyone in Wide Bay for a safe and joyous Christmas and...
‘Tragic, sad and scary’: Gympie Muslim reaction to Bondi
Gympie RSL president Adel Amin has expressed his personal sadness and anger at the Bondi massacre tragedy.
"Two ideological criminals have tainted the year and...
2025: A year of unpredictability
It has been a strange year, an unusual year … unpredictable and at the same time surprising.
One in which people have shown they are...
Perfect Park evening
The caroling was loud and tuneful on a perfect evening for the Christmas in the Park celebrations on Saturday, when Nelson Reserve was crowded...
The heat was on at Kandanga
The heat was on at the Mercer family’s Kandanga Valley Charolais and Charbray Summer Bull Sale.
The move of the auction from January to early...
Don’t let your good time, be the last time
The Christmas and New Year period, although meant to be one of the happiest and cherished times of the year, can also be one...
New Chamber of Commerce committee elected
After their Annual General Meeting on Wednesday 3 December, some new and familiar faces have been elected to represent the Gympie Chamber of Commerce.
Meeting...

















