Friends not food
There seems to be a theme this week as dangerous animals lurk around the region.
Crocodiles, sharks, or dangerous dogs leaving many scared to go...
Where is the market?
Tony Perret's vision of $30 million of agricultural production (GT 24/1/25) may sound good, but in the absence of viable paying markets, it could...
Middle-Eastern turmoil
U.S. President Donald Trump has asked the Arab heads of state to take in refugees from Gaza: the entire civilian population, if possible.
But in...
Our history matters
I'm disappointed.
Not everyone values history, and some see looking backward as a barrier to moving forward.
But I have to say, I'm cheesed off at...
A cut above…
I would like to say a huge thank you to the guys and girls who look after the grounds around Gympie.
It certainly is...
Aussie Day – reflect and be proud
On the 26th of January 2025 we mark Australia Day, a day where we acknowledge our country’s past, recognise our achievements, and look forward...
Reach out if you need help
With the start of a new year, 2025 offers us a chance to reflect on the year that has passed, and also look forward...
Gympie’s own angels
Whilst it was great to see the support at the last Test Match for the McGrath Foundation for cancer care I would like to...
Incredible local service
Whilst it was great to see the support at the last Test Match for the McGrath Foundation for cancer care I would like to...
Council work
Driving along Old Maryborough Road today I was nearly shaken out of my seat, so much so, I began to think my vehicle was...
Dance your way into the new year
This is to inform the Gympie community of a sad, almost hidden tragedy that is occurring in our region.
It is the steady, but alarming,...
Road toll is the newest disaster
It's disaster season and one of the disasters that affects us all is the road toll.
With the state road toll sitting at 289 on...
Regional areas record the tightest rental markets
Queensland’s tightest rental markets remain overwhelmingly concentrated in regional and agricultural areas, where vacancy is effectively non-existent.
The statewide vacancy rate dipped slightly to...
