RECORD numbers of voters have already cast their ballots ahead of this weekend’s federal election.
Polls are pointing to a Labor victory, which would make Anthony Albanese the first prime minister to serve more than one term since John Howard.
Locally, however, the LNP’s Llew O’Brien is the favourite to retain the seat he first won in 2016.
Sportsbet has Mr O’Brien an unbackable favourite at $1.03 odds to win.
Labor’s Elliott Chalmers is at an eye-watering $21, while any other candidate is at 9-1 odds.
The LNP’s David Batt is also the odds-on favourite to replace Keith Pitt in the Hervey BayBundaberg seat of Hinkler.
Mr Pitt has accepted a role as Australia’s ambassador to the Holy See.
However, Mr Batt faces more competition from Labor candidate Trish Mears, a wellknown former radio station boss.
A Newspoll released on Sunday
showed Mr Albanese held a 16-point lead over Opposition Leader Peter Dutton as preferred prime minister, and Labor was ahead 52-48 in the two-party preferred vote.
If these results were replicated at Saturday’s election, Labor would form another majority government.
This election day is set to be the least busy in history, with more voters having filled in their ballots during pre-poll than ever before, about 500,000 a day.
Early voting in Maryborough, at the Pensioners Association Hall
on Adelaide Street, wraps up tomorrow.
The candidates for Wide Bay, in the order they will appear on the ballot, are Kristie Keningale (Family First), Elliott Chalmers (Labor), Chad Burgess (One Nation), Llew O’Brien (LNP), Casey Iddon (Independent), Emma Buhse (Greens) and Gabrial Pennicott (Trumpet of Patriots).
Compulsory preferential voting is used for the lower house in federal elections, meaning voters need to number every box in the order of their preference.
For the senate, voters can either vote above or below the line. Voters must number at least six boxes above the line or at least 12 boxes below the line.
On election day, booths in Maryborough will include Aldridge State High School, Boonooroo Hall, Bauple Recreation Grounds, Brooweena State School, Glenwood Community Hall, Maryborough West State School, Granville State School, St Paul’s Memorial Hall, Sunbury State School, Tiaro State School, Mungar State School and Tinana State School. Voting is between 8am and 6pm.
EMMA BUHSE (Greens) CHAD BURGESS (One Nation)
ELLIOTT CHALMERS (Labor)
CASEY IDDON (Independent)
KRISTI KENNINGALE (Family First)
LLEW O’BRIEN (LNP)
GABRIAL PENNICOTT (Trumpet of Patriots)
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FARMERS HAVE THE POWER
My name is Mike Moller and I own a 130 ha grazing block near Childers in Queensland.
I’m one of more than 8,400 farmer members of Farmers for Climate Action, a farmer-led organisation advocating for ambitious climate action both on and off-farm.
We are calling on our federal politicians to get behind policy changes that will support farmers and regional communities to make sure they continue
LETTERS
to benefit from the energy shift.
These changes will make farm businesses more resilient in a changing climate and reduce pressure on the grid.
One simple change is to stop preventing farmers from using the energy they generate across their whole property, including across different property titles.
With access to land, rooftops, sunlight, and wind, farmers have enormous potential to create clean energy for their own use.
Also, the ALP has recently announced that should they be re-elected, the Australian Government will subsidise the cost of installing a big battery by up to one third for small businesses and farmers.
Farmers for Climate Action would like to see the LNP at least match this policy, so that it becomes bi-partisan.
How much better off would farmers be using their own energy they produced on their own land?
- Mike Moller
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ANZAC Day is not a celebration of war, but a day to remember those who valiantly put their lives before those of their fellow Australians and New Zealanders.
The peace we experience today is the result of their bravery and fortitude.
To dis-respect ANZAC Day through inaccurate knowledge of what it stands for is a disgrace by some, and only shows their ignorance.
This day also reminds us of the carnage of war, and hopefully helps prevent another one in the future.
As some great person once said, ‘weddings are more productive than wars’ ie love your neighbours, don’t fight them.
Let war be the very last resort.
Let’s hope sense will prevail and we continue to march towards peace, and not another conflict.
- L. Smith
SERIOUS ANZACS
Servicemen and women take ANZAC Day very seriously as a day to remember their comrades who fell during war, and so they should.
What other vocation forces you to cope with the loss of friends and relatives, takes you away from home for extended periods and places you in harms way without reward.
People who choose to serve their country in uniform are to be admired and respected.
We live in a country where seeing a military uniform on the street is a rarity, and so it’s easy for us to forget that they exist, serving to protect us from hostilities from afar.
Let’s show them respect.
- T. Morton
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RESTAURANT & CAFE
Museum seeks lost aircraft
THE Maryborough Military Aviation Museum is on the lookout for a locally built Rouseabout aircraft built by Seabird Aviation.
The Hervey Bay company built four Rouseabouts before moving onto the Seeker Aircraft.
The one pictured (Mk 3 10-0281) is now with Queensland Air Museum and the museum is looking for the whereabouts of the other three, Mk 1 10-0335, Mk 2 10-1047 & Mk 4 10-0280.
The Maryborough Military Aviation Museum has on loan a Sentinel and Seeker Aircraft from the QAM and would like to add a Rouseabout to their collection.
“These aircraft form an important part of our region’s Aviation history. Any leads are appreciated.” the museum said.
One is believed to be in the Burrum Heads area.
Researcher
seeks family
A RESEARCHER from Germany is looking to make contact with the family of James George Leslie Glazebrook who’s last known address was John Street, Maryborough.
Flight Sgt. James Glazebrook was a comrade of Air Commodore Charles Henry Clarke, OBE who’s Lancaster bomber crashed on the 25th February 1944.
A memorial was erected at the site of the crash in the Black Forest, Germany in 2011.
Researcher Ingo Hauck said “Charles spoke to
me about his time in the army and his time as a prisoner of war in Stalag Luft 3 in Germany.”
Stalag Luft 3 is known for the largest mass escape during the Second World War, which has gone down in history as ‘The Great Escape’.
Mr Hauck would like to make contact with the family of James Glazebrook to complete his studies.
If you know his relatives, and if they’re interested in making contact, The Maryborough Sun will provide Mr Haucks details.
Looking forward to Relish
MARYBOROUGH
mouths are watering ahead of the return of the annual Relish Food and Wine Festival on June 14. On the menu for this year are retro cocktail workshops, beer tastings and even a screen-printing class complete with charcuterie.
Chefs who will be leading demonstrations include Sunshine Coast celebrity chef Matt Golinski, and Kingfisher Bay Resort’s sous chef, Troy Horton.
Several wineries will have cellar doors at the event, including Maryborough’s award-winning Lychee Divine and Vitner’s Secret and Hill of Promise in Childers.
This year’s live music lineup will feature local and visiting bands and singers, performing on two stages.
New to this year’s festival, Wide Bay Brewing Company will be hosting an exclusive ticketed session at the newly
restored Corner Bar at the Customs House Hotel, where attendees can join head brewer Andrew Clark for a 90-minute tasting session featuring six different brews.
The company will also launch a special Relish Food & Wine Festival
Apple Cider, available for purchase at the event and the Customs House Hotel Bar.
Tickets are now on sale but are selling quickly.
For more information visit https://relishfrasercoast. com.au.
O’Brien says small business will be boosted under LNP
THE LNP says that they are set to revive Australia’s small business sector.
Federal Member for Wide Bay Llew O’Brien said small business is the engine room of the Australian economy and the Coalition’s Plan for ‘Small and Family Business’ will support this important sector by cutting costly red tape, boosting investment, and driving productivity.
“Small business is suffering under Labor’s economic, energy, and industrial relations policies that are driven up inflation and stretching household budgets to breaking point,” Mr O’Brien said.
“Under the Albanese Labor Government, 27,000 businesses have collapsed.
“That’s the worst run of business insolvencies on record in this country.”
The LNP’s plan includes a range of measures to make it easier to start a business, and to reduce the cost of doing business and deliver lower costs for consumers.
These include:
• Tax relief measures to make it easier to start a business and support growth and investment opportunities.
• Better finance to make it easier for small business to get loans, funding, and investment.
• Cutting red tape to
improve efficiency and remove regulatory constraints.
• Cheaper energy in both the short and long term.
• Simplifying employment laws and work incentives.
“There are more than 20,000 businesses employing thousands of people across Wide Bay who will benefit from the LNP’s Small and Family
Mr O’Brien said.
The commitment is part of the Coalition’s plan to strengthen local communities and get Australia back on track.
To read more about our plan, visit www.lnp.au/ ontrack.
Business Plan to deliver lower costs for consumers and help Australians get ahead,”
Fraser Coast Agriculture Show
Former Maryborough TAFE circuit walk
New art exhibitions explore identity, humour and healing
FOUR new exhibitions exploring everything from the quirky personalities of cats to deeply personal stories of healing and connection will open at Gatakers Artspace in Maryborough this week.
Fraser Coast Regional Council Arts and Culture spokesperson Michelle Govers said the exhibitions offer something for everyone, from lighthearted fun to meaningful reflection.
THE walk planned by members of Wildlife Queensland’s Fraser Coast Branch on April 6 had to be relocated due to the huge rainfall experienced lately causing the area near the start of the Mt Doongul Walk to be flooded.
The decision was made to replace it with another first-timer, the Former Maryborough TAFE Circuit in Nagel Street, Maryborough West.
Opening on January 1, 1998, but abandoned in 2015 due to accessibility issues, the former Maryborough TAFE was a sad sight.
The non-trade courses were moved to Bazaar Street, Maryborough, and the trade courses to Hervey Bay College, leaving the 86-hectare site to fall into disrepair, it’s derelict buildings ravaged by time and vandals.
However, on a recent walk in the area, new survey pegs were spotted.
It has been suggested that this site will be revamped and will house multiple Rural Fire Service units (training rooms, an incident control centre and deployment facilities) as well as the new Manufacturing Skills Queensland Centre.
The weather on Sunday was ideal and 27 people enjoyed this virtually flat, 5-km walk.
Although some spots were very muddy, these were easily circumvented without damage to the flora.
The area is well-treed with many paperbarks and bloodwoods. One of the latter was a particularly grand specimen.
There were also some
beautiful banksias bearing fresh flower spikes and impressive examples of the Flatstemmed Wattle (Acacia complanata) - the largest wattle pompoms I have seen.
Apart from the chatter of walkers, it seemed very quiet with little bird song.
However, sightings were reported of the Greycrowned Babbler, the Eastern Yellow Robin, the Grey Shrike Thrush, the Little Friarbird, the Noisy Miner and the Black Cockatoo.
Most fascinating, perhaps, was the huge variety of fungi on show.
They were found in so many different sizes, shapes and colours, as well as locations.
Morning tea was enjoyed with everyone finding a seat on a couple huge logs.
Conversations were animated and appreciation was expressed for the sharing of information by the “birdos” and those with a profound knowledge of botany.
Overall, it was an easy but very interesting walk.
Although it was disappointing to see the neglect that the TAFE buildings had experienced, hopefully they will find a new life in the near future.
“This is one of our most exciting exhibition seasons at Gatakers Artspace, with four very different shows that highlight the incredible creativity of our local artists,” Cr Govers said.
“There’s colour, texture, storytelling, and plenty of personality –whether you’re drawn to landscapes, cats, embroidery or mixed media, there’s something here that will connect with you.”
The exhibitions opening this Thursday night (17 April): are
• Identities – Elena Churilova (Gallery 1)
A vibrant exhibition inspired by the places Elena has lived and travelled across Australia.
Her paintings mix reality and imagination to capture the light, movement and mood of both city and country landscapes.
• Simply Stitches –Maryborough Heritage City Embroiderers (Gallery 2)
A showcase of intricate hand-stitched works from a talented group of local embroiderers.
Visitors can also catch them in action during live embroidery demonstrations on Saturday 26 April and 3 May from 9.30am to 11.30am.
• CATTITUDE – Wendy Talbot, Jo Williams, Sheena Walsh and Kerry Harrison (Gallery 3)
A playful and often hilarious tribute to the charm, chaos and cattitude of feline friends.
This group exhibition was inspired by a shared love (and frustration) of living with cats, told through painting, drawing and mixed media.
• Salt – Nora Hanasy and Jo Williams (Gallery 4)
A powerful collaboration between two artists exploring themes of identity, loss, trauma and resilience. Their deeply personal works reflect their experiences and how nature and creativity
helped them heal.
“Salt is raw and honest – it’s about life’s hard moments, and how we grow through them,” Cr Govers said.
“CATTITUDE, on the other hand, brings lightness and laughter.
It’s this mix of stories and styles that makes the launch of these exhibitions so special.”
The exhibitions’ official opening will be from 6pm to 8pm on Thursday,
17 April at Gatakers Artspace in Maryborough. Visitors will have the chance to meet the artists and hear the stories behind the works.
To deepen the experience, visitors can also attend a series of free ‘Artist in Conversation’ sessions across the first weekend in May
“Events like these are a great chance to hear directly from the artists about what inspires them and how their work comes together,” Cr Govers said.
“It helps us connect with the art – and with each other – in a much more meaningful way.”
Gatakers Artspace is open Tuesday to Friday from 9.30am to 3.30pm and weekends from 9.30am to 2pm. Entry is free but registrations are required for the exhibition opening and Artist in Conversation events.
For more details and to register, visit: https://gatakers. ourfrasercoast.com.au/ what-s-on
From the Fraser Coast Branch of WILDLIFE QUEENSLAND
PAT CURRIE
Do you know how to make your vote count?
Federal election, Saturday 3 May 2025
It’s important that you understand how to vote correctly.
On election day you need to complete two ballot papers:
• a green one for the House of Representatives
• a large white one for the Senate.
On the green ballot paper you are voting for a representative of your local area or electorate in the House of Representatives.
On the white ballot paper you are voting for representatives of your state or territory in the Senate.
Don’t worry if you make a mistake.
Just ask for another ballot paper and start again.
White ballot paper – you can choose to
First steps taken in overhauled Planning Scheme
FRASER Coast Regional Council last week endorsed the first stage of a longterm process to update planning rules and build better neighbourhoods across the region.
At a Special Meeting last Wednesday, Council resolved to begin formally amending the Fraser Coast Planning Scheme, with changes to roll out progressively over several years.
Deputy Mayor Paul Truscott said the updates are part of Council’s ‘Building Better Neighbourhoods’ project – a roadmap for improving the Fraser Coast Planning Scheme.
“This is about creating great places to live, work and play. It’s about ensuring our neighbourhoods are well-designed, have the right infrastructure, and remain connected, resilient and sustainable into the future,” Cr Truscott said.
“A planning scheme might sound technical, but it affects all of us – from where homes and shops are built, to how we protect the
environment, support jobs, and manage growth.”
The current planning scheme has been in place since 2014, and a major review has identified opportunities to improve how it reflects community expectations, recent growth and updated planning laws.
Cr Truscott said the amendment process would take time and follow several formal steps, with the first draft package to be submitted to the State Government for review, and public consultation expected later in the year.
“Updating a planning scheme is a big task and it’s important we get it right,” he said.
More information is available at www.frasercoast. engagementhub.com. au/building-betterneighbourhoods
Maryborough prepares to host it’s fourth Brass and Organ Spectacular
IN 2019 the Parish of Maryborough hosted a concert featuring the wonderful sounds of Maryborough Brass and the historic pipe organ of St Paul’s as part of the church’s 140th celebrations.
Such was the enthusiastic response to this concert that it was immediately decided to make such a concert a bi-annual event.
The subsequent “Spectaculars” have gone from strength to strength, establishing the event as a “must do” in the Fraser Coast music calendar and attracting an everincreasing audience from all over the State.
This year’s Brass and Organ Spectacular will be staged on Saturday 30th August commencing at 5pm.
The concert will bring together the fabulous sounds of Maryborough Brass Band under the direction of its conductor Mr. Greg Aitken and the magnificent 1885 Wadsworth pipe organ at St Paul’s with outstanding guest organist Dr. Steven Nisbet OAM.
Dr Nisbet is one of Australia’s leading organists whose repertoire includes music from the
traditional organ classics to modern.
We are especially excited this year to also welcome brilliant special guest artist, Trumpeter John Foster.
John Foster is widely regarded as one of the world’s leading exponents of performance of historic trumpets and cornetto and is the Artistic Director of the renowned ensemble Australian Baroque Brass.
He has also been a member of the Sydney Symphony Orchestra from 2001-2013.
John has appeared as soloist at festivals and concert series worldwide and performed as soloist with many leading orchestras and ensembles, including the Sydney Symphony, Queensland Symphony, Adelaide Symphony, Norwich Baroque (United Kingdom) among others.
In 2011 John also performed J.S. Bach’s Brandenburg Concerto No.2 with Belgium’s leading baroque orchestra “Il Fundamento”.
John was also soloist for the launch of the Kammerorchestra Basel (Switzerland) 2012 season.
In 2017 he was appointed
Artistic Director of period instrument orchestra, Queensland Baroque and he has recently accepted an invitation to become the principal Trumpet of the Omega Ensemble.
He has made several solo recordings including ”Flourish” (ABC Classics), “Music of a Golden Age Vol 1”, “Revolution Vol 2”, “Trumpets of the Realm Vol 3”. John is dedicated to education and has given many Master Classes throughout the world.
The concert includes Brass band brackets, organ brackets and some where the two “instruments” are brought together
for a thrilling sound the audience will never forget.
There is also opportunity for the audience to join with both the organ and the band in full-bodied singing with support also from combined choirs whose members will be spending the day in choral workshops conducted by Adele Nisbet, recently retired head of Vocal Studies at Queensland Conservatorium of Music.
Admission will be free with opportunity for those who so wish to donate to the St. Paul’s Organ Maintenance Fund and Maryborough Brass band operating costs.
Free gardening talk with Costa Georgiadis in July
REGISTRATIONS will open next month for a free ‘Lines in the Sand’ Author Talk with beloved TV presenter and author, Costa Georgiadis, who is coming to Hervey Bay to offer practical gardening tips and share his passion for plants.
Fraser Coast Mayor George Seymour said everyone is welcome to attend Costa’s free talk at the Creative Arts Complex, Hervey Bay State High School, from 10am to 11am on
Saturday July 5.
“His enthusiasm for plants and people shines through in everything he does, and his upcoming presentation will be both educational and entertaining,” he said.
“He’ll share valuable tips on growing a gardening lifestyle, how little ripples can nurture big change and opportunities on how to create naturehoods on the Fraser Coast.
“This is a unique
opportunity to hear from a landscape architect and environmental educator whose infectious passion for plants and the environment inspires audiences across the country.
“Costa lives and breathes gardening and is very passionate about biodiversity, permaculture, and sustainable land practices.
“All participants will also be able to pick up a free plant, check out the
Seed Library and other sustainable giveaways.”
Tickets are limited and will be available from 6 May on the Fraser Coast Libraries webpage under ‘What’s On’ at: https:// www.frasercoast.qld.gov. au/author-talks-2
Cr Seymour said Fraser Coast Libraries regularly host free ‘Lines in the Sand’ Author Talks to inspire both readers and aspiring writers.
“These events offer a
unique opportunity to hear from accomplished authors as they share their journeys, insights, and tips on writing, publishing, and storytelling.
“Whether you’re curious about the writing process, want to learn how to self-publish, or simply enjoy hearing from creative minds, these sessions provide valuable inspiration.”
More about Author Talks at: www.frasercoast.qld. gov.au/lines-sand-4
Dr. Steven Nisbet OAM will be performing at the Brass & Organ Spectacular in August. (Supplied)
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Eco-friendly solution to invasive weed
COUNCIL has unleashed a microscopic powerhouse - no bigger than a grain of sugar - to combat one of the region’s fastestspreading aquatic weeds while reducing its environmental footprint.
Fraser Coast Regional Council Senior
Biosecurity Supervisor
Andrew Hatch said the new Salvinia Weevil Breeding Facility in Oakhurst will not only drastically reduce this invasive weed but will also save Council time and money while decreasing chemical use in local waterways.
“Salvinia molesta is one of the world’s most aggressive aquatic weeds, doubling in size every three days and forming thick mats that disrupt ecosystems,” said Mr Hatch.
“Our new Weevil Breeding Facility enables us to breed Salvinia weevils—tiny beetles no bigger than a grain of sugar—that feed on the weed, weakening its structure and slowing its spread.
The $37,500 Salvinia Weevil Breeding Facility was funded by the Queensland Government as part of the Queensland Feral Pest Initiative.
Member for Maryborough John Barounis said investing in biological control methods like this is key to managing Salvinia in a sustainable, cost-effective, and environmentally friendly way.
“While complete eradication is nearly impossible, this facility gives us a powerful tool to control the spread and protect local ecosystems,” he said.
“These funds have been made available from the Department of Primary Industries.”
Mr Hatch said the facility includes one control tank, and three poly-tanks dedicated to breeding weevils, with each tank capable of sustaining around 10,000 weevils.”
“The first batch of weevils was released into three Councilmanaged sites and several privately owned dams in January. Early indications show the weevils are effective, with their impact to continue to be closely monitored.”
“Previously, treatments were applied from a boat, taking over 40 hours and requiring about 130 litres of herbicide, whereas drone spraying used just 36 litres and was completed in three hours.”
“Council currently manages Salvinia levels in hundreds of waterways across the Fraser Coast and assists private land holders in controlling the weed on their properties.
For more information on Council’s Biosecurity Plan, head to https:// www.frasercoast.qld.gov. au/downloads/file/1618/ biosecurity-plan-2022
Get into tree planting
FRASER Coast residents are being encouraged to roll up their sleeves and help grow a greener future, with three free community tree planting events planned over the coming months.
To mark Volunteer Week (17 May), World Environment Day (8 June) and National Tree Day (26 July), Fraser Coast Regional Council is hosting a series of planting days across the region as part of its goal to plant 100,000 trees by 2030.
Each event will run from 8am to 10am and include tree planting and a free BBQ breakfast.
Mayor George Seymour said the events were a great way for residents to give back to the environment and the community.
“Planting trees is one of the simplest and most effective ways we can enhance our natural environment and create greener, healthier spaces for everyone,” he said.
“These events are also about community – they bring people together to enjoy the outdoors, discover what makes our natural areas special, and make a lasting contribution to the places we love.”
Environment spokesperson Cr Zane O’Keefe said the events would suit all ages and were designed to be fun and educational.
“Whether you’re passionate about nature or just want to spend a morning outdoors with your family, these tree planting days are a great opportunity to get involved,” Cr O’Keefe said.
“We’ll supply everything – plants, gloves and tools – and all the planting sites are suitable for kids, so it’s a great way to introduce
children to caring for the environment.”
The three events will take place at:
• Saturday 17 May –Volunteer Week Urban pocket forest planting, North Street, Point Vernon, 8am – 10am
• Sunday 8 June – World Environment Day Bushland restoration planting, Takura Environmental Reserve, 42 Barnett Road, Takura,
Cr O’Keefe said the tree planting events also helped shine a light on the fantastic work of local volunteer groups supported through Council’s Community Environment Program.
“These groups play a vital role in protecting and restoring our natural environment, and we hope more people will be inspired to join them after participating in these events,” he said.
Participants are asked to wear a hat, sunscreen, enclosed shoes and to preregister online.
For more information or to register, visit https:// www.frasercoast.qld.gov. au/whats-on-environment
Hero needs your urgent
From the MARYBOROUGH ANIMAL REFUGE
Please, Hero needs our help!
Life has not been fair or kind to our young kitten we named ‘Hero’.
Hero was brought into the refuge after being found abandoned under an empty house, skin covering bones, bloated belly and very unwell.
This led to a trip to the vet
where Hero was so unwell she couldn’t even hold her head up.
Dr Tiana was quick into action giving Hero a blood transfusion, fluids and bringing her temperature up.
Hero gained a lot of strength and had the spirit to live.
Once stabilised at her foster home it was discovered Hero was limping.
Another trip to the vet, an x-ray and we have now discovered Hero needs surgery for a fractured femoral neck through the growth plate.
The recommended surgery is a femoral head and neck ostectomy, with surgery Hero should live a pain free and normal life.
Hero’s surgery is going to be up to $1258.24.
We need to right the wrong that Hero has been
dealt with in her short young life.
If you’d like to donate towards our little Hero’s vet bill, please donate to
Industry & Careers Showcase connects jobseekers on the Fraser Coast
JOBS Fraser Coast’sFraser Coast Industry & Careers Showcase is back for its fifth year, and the momentum is stronger than ever.
Exhibitor registrations are now officially open for what has become the go-to event for connecting students and jobseekers with real career opportunities and training pathways.
The Minister for Finance, Trade, Employment and Training Ros Bates said with the local job market booming on the Fraser Coast, the Industry and Career’s Showcase is the ideal platform for local employers to make a real impact.
“By 2027–28, it is projected that there will be more than 137,400 people employed in this region –that’s an additional 4613 workers since 2023-24,” Minister Bates said.
“Events like this are a great way to connect jobseekers directly with local employers across key industries like health care, manufacturing and construction - filling jobs
and marking the start of exciting careers.
“It’s a wonderful example of how the Queensland Government’s Regional Jobs Committees are creating local solutions to meet growing workforce needs.”
Michelle Hay, Chair Jobs Fraser Coast says that the showcase is a must attend event for the region’s employers, job seekers and school students.
“The showcase has become a cornerstone for workforce development in our region. The connections forged here are invaluable for both jobseekers and employers alike, contributing to the long-term prosperity of the Fraser Coast.
“This event is all about building discovery, connection and tangible outcomes that will shape the future workforce of our region.”
Year after year, this showcase has grown in both size and impact.
Attendees are given the chance to connect with a
wide variety of exhibitors representing sectors such as manufacturing, health, timber and agriculture, defence, emergency services, hospitality, and education.
They can also enjoy hands-on experiences through interactive displays, which bring these industries to life.
Training institutions and employment support organisations will also be there to guide individuals on their career journey.
Kirsty Hill, Project Manager of Jobs Fraser Coast says that the event is about collaboration and community growth, and is encouraging employers to get involved.
“While we’re thrilled to welcome back our loyal exhibitors who have supported us over the years, we’d also like to extend an invitation to those who haven’t joined us before.
“By stepping up as an exhibitor, businesses have the chance to engage directly with a motivated and local talent pool while
Jobs Ready Program gets 12-month extension
A FREE Fraser Coast Regional Council initiative that helps job seekers build skills and confidence while supporting local businesses with recruitment and staff retention has been extended through to June 2026.
Fraser Coast Mayor George Seymour said the Jobs Ready Program has already helped more than 200 participants.
“Now in its third year, the program continues to provide a safe and supportive environment where participants can build confidence, identify their strengths, and better understand the skills they offer future employers,” he said.
“The Jobs Pathways Program teaches practical skills for finding and keeping a job from writing resumes and application letters to preparing for interviews and navigating both online and in-person job applications.
“But it’s not just about employment. It’s about building self-esteem, gaining independence, and reconnecting with the community.”
Cr Seymour said the program also benefits local
employers by offering support to improve recruitment practices, increase staff retention, clarify legal obligations, and get the most from their teams.
“To date, the program has delivered 26 programs with strong results in job readiness, wellbeing, and employment outcomes,” he said.
“Following a successful expansion into Maryborough earlier this year thanks to additional funding, five more programs are now planned across the region in 2025.”
Funded by the Australian Government through the Department of
showcasing their business as a leading employer of choice.”
Fraser Coast Industry & Careers Showcase, June 4, 10am-3pm. Maryborough Showgrounds.
Join them in shaping the future workforce and showcasing your organisation’s opportunities.
Registration is free and organisers encourage all
sectors, industry, and business to join them in making 2025s Showcase the most successful yet.
Social Services, the Jobs Pathways Program is free for participants aged 17 and over.
Each course runs for four weeks, three days a week (Tuesday to Thursday, 9am to 2pm) and includes a light breakfast and lunch.
“Each intake starts with an information session and is limited to 20 participants to ensure everyone gets the support they need,” Cr Seymour said.
To learn more about the Jobs Ready Program or register your interest, visit: https://www. frasercoast.qld.gov.au/ jobs-ready-program
Those dumb birds...
LINDSAY TITMARSH
THE age-old adage of ‘one man’s trash is another man’s treasure’ certainly applies to the animal kingdom as well as to humans.
When 35 notorious Queensland cane toads (specifically the indigenous Bufo marinus from South America), were imported from Hawaii to Gordonvale, north Queensland, in 1936, in an attempt to biologically control grubs in sugar cane crops, they proved to be an ecological disaster.
Anything that ate the hideous looking creatures with large venom glands on their shoulders died a slow and agonising death.
Particularly susceptible (because of native frogeating tendencies), were the local snake and goanna populations.
However, one Australian native, the Australian crow (Corvus orru), soon learned that by tipping a toad upside down, it could peck its insides out while avoiding the poisonous glands.
The fence post tops of rural Queensland seem to be the perfect spot for these banquets.
Recently I was filling a depression in one of my paddocks.
The area, having previously been ploughed, supported a population of toads which during the daytime lived in the cool and moist conditions beneath upturned sods.
As I worked, a pair of unusually docile crows pecked out grubs from the displaced soil.
Soon a crow spotted a toad which had been disturbed from its hiding place - I stopped the tractor to watch the reaction of the bird.
It quickly hopped up to the front of the amphibian, turned its head sideways and pecked the creature in the centre of its belly.
The toad was lifted high into the air then jammed onto the ground and held by a foot, after which the crow proceeded to peck away.
Soon another dislocated toad was spotted by the bird.
The crow picked up its first victim, appearing to be looking for something as it walked towards the second beckoning meal.
It tried to ram the mangled creature under an upturned clod, but it would not fit.
A second nearby one was found to be more accommodating so was used.
The crow then turned around, selected a small clod about 30mm in diameter, then poked it under the original clod behind the toad, and then repeated the process.
The second toad then received the same original treatment as the first one.
I am sure that the ritual with the small clods was more for camouflage than to actually prevent the surely dead creature from escaping.
The Australian crow has
learned to benefit from an imported pest, but due to an ever-present threat from crows, Bufo marinus has also smartened its act at camouflage during daylight hours and consequently is in no danger of extinction in this country.
As time means nothing to an animal, it appears to be a relatively simple process for a bird to extricate every possible morsel of flesh from an upturned toad body - even the narrow crevices between the ribs are scavenged.
Only the venom sacs and the tongue, which also seems to be unpalatable, are rejected.
For a bird to be able to skin the front legs of a toad right down to the ‘fingertips’ must require skill and above-average brain power.
The appendages are extricated by pulling the inner part of the upper section of a limb while leaving its outer skin still attached to the main torso.
The legs can then be peeled, turning the skin inside out in the process.
How smart is that, and for an animal with just a ‘bird brain’?
Even some of the leg bones are consumed, leaving just a partial skeleton as evidence.
Preferring a warm and moist climate, it took until just the mid forties for Bufo marinus to reach southern Queensland, and not much longer for them to extend their territory into northern New South Wales.
However, the arid areas of Queensland’s gulf country proved to be a far more formidable obstacle, as the amphibians did not make it to Darwin until 2005.
Unless a biological control is found for the menace, it will eventually colonise all of Australia that is climatically suited to it.
Celebrating cane and conversation at Sugar Cubed
From Canegrowers Chairman OWEN MENKENS
BRISBANE’S about to get a little sweeter.
In just a couple of days, cane growers, researchers, innovators and industry leaders will come together at the RNA Showgrounds for Sugar Cubed – a new kind of event for the sugar industry, and one we’re really proud to be hosting.
It’s not your typical conference.
Sure, there’ll be panels, field trips, and plenty of good conversation – but more than anything, Sugar Cubed is about connection.
It’s a chance for people who care deeply about the future of sugar to come together, share their ideas, and start the kinds of conversations that can shape real change.
Queensland’s sugar industry has been a constant in our state’s story for more than 150 years.
Such is the result when humans interfere with nature. Sat 8th - Sun 9th Nov 2025
From Mossman to Rocky Point, cane farms have fuelled communities and powered regional economies.
And while the core of what we do remains the same – growing sugarcane – everything around us is evolving.
That’s why events like Sugar Cubed matter.
They give us space to step back from the dayto-day and think bigger.
We’ll be hearing from forward-thinking growers, tapping into world-class research, and learning from people both inside and outside the industry who are facing similar challenges – and finding smart solutions.
With the 2024 harvest just a few weeks away in many districts, this is also a timely reminder of the resilience and hard work that defines our growers.
It’s not an easy job, but it’s a rewarding one – and we’re always looking for ways to do it better.
Sugar Cubed is about more than just ideas.
It’s about taking those ideas and turning them into action – for a stronger, smarter, and more sustainable future for our industry.
Queensland Cane Toads congregate beneath driftwood on a Tandora foreshore (top) and (above) the aftermath of a Crow banquet. (Lindsay Titmarsh)
What’s on in local arts
Maryborough Regional Art Society Gallery
282 Kent Street, Maryborough
Jinx Gallery 92 Ellena Street, Maryborough
A gallery concentrating on repurposing and assemblage.
Tuesday to Friday 9am - 5.30pm and Saturdays 9am - 12pm.
Art classes for adults and teens and paint parties on request.
Contact Nora on 0404 204 361
Splash of Tash, Tinana
Open shed gallery on the first Saturday morning each month. Chicken wire workshops and more. Follow Tash on Facebook, https://www.facebook.com/share/1H8XzSh8D6/ , for more information, dates and times.
Exhibiting at Hervey Bay Regional Gallery until 11 May
• Emma Thorp: The In Between
• Joyce Watson: Family and Country, many people’s stories
• Natalie Lavelle: In the Making
National Interests: Australian Art in the 20th Century Exhibiting until 2026, Hervey Bay Regional Gallery
QAGOMA Asia Pacific Triennial Kids on Tour
Until 19 April, Gatakers Creative Space
Creative Space Print Studio
Wednesdays and Saturdays, 10am, Gatakers Creative Space
Celebrating a Milestone: Maryborough Wide Bay & Burnett Historical Society Inc.
Exhibiting until 11 May, Gatakers Creative Space
Find out more and get tickets at OurFraserCoast.com.au
FOR Kids BY Kids
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I’m Phoebe Lee and I’m thirteen years old. The For Kids by Kids column discusses topics and activities from kids’ and teenagers’ points of view.
SINCE the 1990s, many species of bee across the world have been shrinking in population.
In Australia, two species of native bees are endangered, with at least nine other species considered “vulnerable”.
Although this decline has been going on for quite some time now, it seems that other species of bee may be heading the same way, if the situation stays the same.
Why Is This Happening?
There are several factors that are affecting the Australian bee population.
Here’s the main few you might have heard of:
● Habitat loss, mainly
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from bushfires.
● Invasive species that compete for food and resources.
● Pesticides, including fipronil and neonicotinoids that affect the bee’s reproduction and nervous system.
● Herbicides, reducing sources of food and serving as a form of poison.
● Low genetic diversity, resulting in heightened vulnerability to pests, disease and changes in their environment.
Why are bees important?
Bees pollinate crops and flowers, with a process that leads to fruit production, seed development and fertilisation.
Without bees to pollinate these crops, the entire ecosystem would fall apart, with a rapid decline in many crops, especially fruit and vegetables.
For people, this would mean food shortages and a decrease in nutrition.
What can we do to help?
Even though it won’t solve
the problem entirely, there are still things we can do to save the bees before it’s too late, including:
● Avoiding the use of pesticides and herbicides.
● Buying organic or local honey, to support local beekeepers.
● Planting and maintaining trees to provide habitat.
● Providing sources of water in your garden for bees.
● Planting bee-friendly flowers.
● Buying a bee hotel to provide nesting places and shelter.
● Donating to organisations that are working to support the bees.
Organisations that are working to save the bees include the Australian Native Bee Association, Bee the Cure: Save the Bees Australia, and ACT for Bees.
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with Phoebe Lee MARYBOROUGH SUN SUPER-CUB REPORTER
Genesis beast fires up
THE V8 twin-turbo engine that will provide power to the Genesis GMR-001 Hypercar has completed a successful first fire-up at Hyundai Motorsport’s headquarters in Frankfurt, Germany, passing a major milestone for Genesis Magma Racing.
Overseen by Hyundai Motorsport’s Head of Powertrain Julien Moncet and Engine Workshop Leader Rob Benson, the fire-up procedure went exactly as planned in late February, greeted by applause from the gathered engineers and designers responsible for bringing the engine to life.
The event - described by Genesis Magma Racing Team Principal Cyril Abiteboul as the first “heartbeat” of the project - marked a key milestone in the development of the engine and for the entire GMR-001 Hypercar that will take Genesis Magma Racing into the FIA World Endurance Championship (WEC) in 2026.
The engines for Hyundai’s FIA World Rally Championship (WRC) cars have been produced in-house by Hyundai Motorsport since 2017. Having begun as a handful of engineers in 2013, the team’s powertrain department has grown to encompass design, workshop, testing and software departments, giving them the breadth of knowledge and experience necessary to design and build the engine for Hyundai Motorsport’s first steps in endurance racing.
“Hyundai Motorsport is the backbone of Genesis Magma Racing,” said Abiteboul, “and the development of the engine for the GMR-001 Hypercar is the perfect demonstration of this. We have a huge wealth of expertise at Hyundai Motorsport, so to develop the powertrain for the GMR-001, it was only natural to call on the people we have.”
Moncet added, “We have a very strong team in Hyundai Motorsport. We have everyone working on the powertrain all together, so the communication is
very good between the departments, feeding information back between simulations. This can speed up the development process and it means we can immediately adapt as soon as we see something, without losing time.”
The basic architecture of the V8 powerplant is derived from the inlinefour cylinder motor that powers Hyundai Motorsport’s WRC challenger, the two units sharing roughly 60 percent of their parts. The inline-four engine, in turn, is based on the FIA’s Global Race Engine regulations, providing a strong and thoroughly tested foundation for the GMR-001 Hypercar’s engine.
“The inline-four engine is a very, very sophisticated, very efficient engine,” said Hyundai Motorsport Technical Director François-Xavier Demaison.
“It’s a proper race engine, so it’s a very good base for developing an engine for WEC. Rallying is a sort of endurance race, so for an
engine to the 24 Hours of Le Mans, it’s a good place to start from.”
Demaison continued:
“With the time we had available to develop the engine, we immediately knew we did not have enough time to completely design a new engine from scratch. For the main part of an engine, you need a long time to design, validate, and of course, to produce. Every part needs to be tested over many kilometres, and the inline-four engine from our
World Rally Championship car has already been well proven. It became the logical step to carry over as many parts as possible from the four-cylinder engine.”
Design work on the V8 engine began in June 2024 and was completed four months later. The assembly of the first engine was undertaken early this year in time for the scheduled fire-up.
“The first part of the project was to extrapolate what we knew from
the WRC engine into endurance racing,” said Moncet, “and then we focused on making improvements to aspects like efficiency and reliability, design and simulation, working hand-in-hand to define the engine.
“The assembly of the first engine always takes a bit more time, as we pay extra attention to the details because we don’t know the engine. We had to learn and build the documentation together.
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New Outlander’s 2025 launch
MITSUBISHI Motors
Australia Limited is proud to introduce a range of significant updates for the highly popular Outlander’s 2025 model year.
“Since its 2021 Australian market launch, the Mitsubishi Outlander has resonated with Australian customers,” said MMAL GM of Product Strategy, Bruce Hampel.
“With a value-packed range offering a choice of 5 or 5+2 seating, front- or all-wheel drive and efficient petrol and PHEV engine options, Outlander was in the top5 best-selling vehicles in Australia last year.
“As a core market for Mitsubishi Motors globally, Australian market feedback played a significant role in further improving the updated Outlander’s steering, ride and handling, tuning it to further suit Australian conditions and buyer requirements with a new tyre specification.
“There’s also an incredible new suite of
Yamaha audio systems that further enhance the driving experience, while the refreshed exterior, new alloy wheel designs, interior and improved infotainment systems add further presence and sophistication.
“These updates will no doubt continue to grow Outlander’s reputation as a value-driven, capable and popular Medium SUV, backed by Australia’s first 10-year warranty program, with 10 years’ capped price servicing,” he said.
The 25MY Mitsubishi Outlander range caters to a wide range of use cases, commencing with the familiar ES grade.
LS and ASPIRE models offer a fine balance of style and sophistication while the high-grade EXCEED and EXCEED TOURER models proudly sit atop the range.
The 25MY Outlander will be in showrooms in Q3, 2025. Pricing and specification detail will be confirmed closer to the launch date.
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BOATS
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Boonooroo Bowls Club
CHRISTMAS TOMBOLA
Saturday, November 15, 2025
1.00pm for 1.30pm start Great prizes Refreshments Raffle
Bookings Taken Phone Club (07) 4121 4394 Or Come Early
CROQUET
Join & receive 6 free lessons MAHJONG Thursdays 1pm Point Lookout Croquet Club 23 North Street Maryborough For more info Phone 0412 596 544
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CHRISTMAS TOMBOLA
Maryborough Girls’ Brigade Saturday, 15th November 2025 – 1pm start
Wesley Auditorium – (Air Conditioned)
Uniting Church Hall – 21 Sussex Street Doors open 11:30 am – Lunch available Great variety of Prizes - Raffles Free lucky Door & Afternoon Tea
Enquiries Nalda 0407 628 072
Shiralee Night Weight Club
Meets every Wednesday at 6pm At the Baptist Church Hall 168 Fort Street, Maryborough Friendly support ph Laurell (07) 4123 1288 Or Barb (07) 4121 3880
RC Model Boats
The Tandora Model Power Boat Club Inc runs RC Power Boats (up to 120kph), RC Sailing Boats (including DF95 & DF65) & RC Scale Boats at Lake Tandora On the 3rd calendar Sunday of each month. We have spare boats if you would like to give RC Boating a try. For further info please contact Denis on 0411 068 954
Wallaroo Hockey Club
Mother’s Day Tombola
St Mary’s College “Gym” Adelaide Lane, Maryborough Saturday 10th May 2025
Doors open 11.30am for a 1.00pm start. Over 250 prizes. $100 Board. $50 Scratches all to be won. Afternoon Tea provided and Sandwiches/Drinks can be purchased. Contact Anne Ph 0488 179 933
Swamp
Bushy Tales
Insanity Streak
Lighter winds bring good conditions
The team from FREEDOM FISHING SUPPLIES
WITH lighter winds and mostly sunny days holidaymakers right across the Fraser Coast have been wetting a line and enjoying the outdoors.
coming over the sides of boats.
Let’s check out this week’s fishing report.
The northern and southern Gutters were accessible for boaties to hit and with much better tides and run to contend with most anglers bagged out.
Our winter reefies are moving in with squire, reds, trout and nannygai
THIS WEEK'S BRAG BOARD
A few sharks were present but moving around keeping them guess did the trick.
For the smaller boats, the inshore reefs like the Arti, Sammy’s and Moon also had their fair share of positive stories the usual suspects like blackall, cod, coral bream and squire were getting caught.
The Sandy Strait is fishing extremely well at moment with quality summer whiting working the sand flats on the making tide and in the gutters at low tide.
Fig Tree has seen some large threadfin salmon and barramundi landed on the top of the ledge at high tide and the gutter between the reef islands is fishing very well for flathead.
The mud crabs are still in numbers with a few quality sand crabs been caught as well.
Large jew have been around Ungowa and surrounding creeks along with barramundi and threadfin salmon hanging around the snags.
Winter whiting have been reported on the drift between the Reef Islands and Tinnanbar with the average size around 20cm.
And the bottom bar/DI area has been fishing very well for anglers making the journey with a mixed bag of reef fish reported including snapper, pearl perch, brown maori cod, gold spot wrasse, red emperor and venus tusk fish.
For our freshies, Tinana creek is on fire after it’s recent flush out with some beautiful, fat healthy bass being landed on soft and hard lures.
First up is Mark who had a great trip out, landing this 7kg bluey. Archer is pretty chuffed with his 9.6 kg Spanish mackerel, well done mate. Billy and Diana had the best day in the Strait landing some quality grunter. Sue is living her best life at Poona landing her first flathead. Aaron was so close to the metre club, his barra weighed in at 6.8 kg. Mason is still on fire with another beautiful bass.
Bowls Results
DOON VILLA
Championships: - Open Singles - B.Houston d C.White 25-2. Open Singles semi final - B.Houston d J.Devenish 25-19.
Jackpot Pairs 2/11 ends. Winners - R.Anderson, C.Laughton, S.Jensen 2 w + 13. Runners Up - J.Devenish, R.Whittaker 1 L 1 w 16. S.Patch, A.Scholl 1 L 1 w 13. G.Kemp, T.Buckley 2 w + 3, J.Demarco, P.Whittaker 2 w + 10. L.Laughton, J.Chilton, M.Allan 2 w + 3. M.Jackson, B.Jackson 1 d 1 vw 10.
K.Paxton, G.Whittle 1 w 1 L. N.Weinheimer, B.Spilsbury 1 w 1 L. K.Anderson, A. Hartwig 1 d 1 L. G.Gambie, N.Gambie 2 L. B.Turnbull, K.Turnbull 2 L.Linda, J.McCoombe 2 L. No name - 2 w + 6.
Jackpot Pairs : Winners - J.Demarco, P.Whittaker d J.Pike, T.Jackson 42-13. Runners up - J.McCoombe, R.Whittaker d N.Gambie, G.Gambie 29-21
Others - S.Hyde, J.Devenish d C.White, N.Weinheimer 30-12.G.Kemp, T.Buckley d A.Hartwig, K.Anderson 26-13.
S.Patch, A.Scholl d G.Kuhn, K.Paxton 16-14. D.Cheslett, R.Cheslett, S.Jensen d C. Parsons, L.Parsons, B.George 21-14. R.Anderson, M.Allan d K.Turnbull, R.Turnbull 22-17. Jackpot winners - R.Anderson, M.Allan, K.Turnbull, R.Turnbull.
