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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...
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...
More flood help on the way
Gympie region not-for-profit organisations may now qualify for extra flood recovery help under jointly funded Commonwealth-State Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements, after last month's region-wide...
Brooloo crime spree arrest
Gympie detectives have closed down an alleged one-man crime wave, involving serious drug, driving, property, trespass and domestic violence offences across the Ipswich and...
Pie of Origin makes sick kids the winners
As the whistle blows for State of Origin game 2 on Sunday, two of Australia's greatest bakeries will fire up their ovens again for...
Minister’s ‘non-answer’ on flood fraud
Federal authorities are investigating a spate of allegedly fraudulent flood relief claims, while the state government appears to be doing nothing about a possible...
Farewell to Ray
A lifetime of friends and family, and his beloved AFL Cats club, came to celebrate the remarkable life of Raymond Arthur Warren on Friday...
