Man barricades inside business, gives fake name
A man has given a false name and barricading himself in a locked room to avoid police after allegedly tripping an alarm in a...
Last drinks for Masons
Next Thursday, the oldest Masonic lodge in Gympie, Pioneer Lodge, will officially close its books.
The remaining handful of members will be absorbed into the...
Big project, small step for Gympie link
A promised "transformation" of Queensland's rail network, announced this week by state Treasurer Cameron Dick and Transport Minister Mark Bailey, will enable more frequent...
Boat grounded near Rainbow Beach
A solo sailor and his vessel were washed ashore Wednesday afternoon about 20 metres north of the beach flags at Rainbow Beach.
It is understood...
Missy and Mrs McGee
Beautiful black and brindle Missy is a sweet but shy girl who is looking for a gentle and calm new owner.
Missy is a young...
Tales of highway robbery and murder
In January 1867 the Queensland Government offered a £3000 reward for the discovery of payable goldfields in the state.
As a direct result of...
Gympie region’s big effort to help others
Rainbow Beach drought aid volunteer Tony Stewart knows better than most the old adage that the drought begins when the rain stops and doesn't...
Gympie budget snub
The new state government budget has failed the residents of Gympie region, according to MP Tony Perrett, especially on its headline element - health.
"Despite...
Sports led recovery plan
Grassroots sport and recreation clubs impacted by heavy rain and flooding over the past six months are set to share in a further $45...
Gympie lad makes history
Gympie local Aidan Rigby is making a name for himself after a historic win at the Queensland Junior Sedan State Titles in Maryborough last...
Person of interest sought
Gympie Police are seeking assistance from the public to help identify a vehicle or a person who may be able to assist in regard...
Budget briefs
New beach station
Rainbow Beach is included in a $3 billion state government allowance for better policing services in Queensland.
The program is claimed to be...
‘Drop crocs’ fossil find at Murgon
Scientists at the University of New South Wales have annoounced a major fossil find near Murgon, just west of Gympie in the South Burnett...
