Community Buzz Bundaberg

10/01/2024

SAVE THE DATE - PUBLIC ART SUMMIT 22ND-23RD FEBRUARY
With the recent launch of the Bundaberg Public Art Masterplan, artist, artsworkers, councils and businesses are encouraged to attend the Public Art Summit at CQUniversity Bundaberg on 22nd and 23rd February from 9am-4pm on both days, exploring public art in all its forms and multivocality.
Cost is $40-$80 for the 2-day symposium style event.
Save the date now in your calendar or email to join the early bird wait list to receive more information.
Contact: Bundaberg Regional Art Gallery (07) 4130 4750 or Email: [email protected]

10/01/2024

Hey Bundaberg! Christmas might be over, but we're still curious... who would like to see a Christmas lights competition run in Bundaberg in 2024?

We're already thinking about the year ahead, and this one has been on our minds for a while. So let's settle this... good idea? Or is it a no from you?

Tag a friend who loves Christmas and who you think would jump at the chance to take part!

What do you think?

10/01/2024

Job alert!

FULL-TIME DUTY MANAGER
The Club Hotel, We are locally owned & consists of gaming room, function room, one of the busiest Bistros & Entertainment Venue in Bundaberg with the best customers you could ask for.
We are now seeking a full time Duty Manager to join our Club team. We offer a fun & happy work environment, with a close & friendly team for you to guide & lead, but also doing this while having loads of fun.
Your hours will only be 38hrs/week over a 5 day week with Sunday & Mondays RDOs and paid weekly. 4 weeks/year annual leave.
Managers Perks of meal allowance for each shift, Continuous training and team building adventures each year.
What we are looking for in you:
• A great 'people person' with amazing Customer Service & inspire others to have the same
• At least 12mths experience in similar role
• Show exceptional leadership
• Think on your feet and take responsibility for outcomes
Must hold a current RSA and RSG & RMLV
If this sounds like you, What are you waiting for? Take on a fresh new venture, with a positive & growing local business.
Forward your application to:
[email protected]
Or drop it in person to the Club Hotel during business hours and ask to speak to Rodney or one of our Managers

09/01/2024

Elliot Heads Parkrun is seeking volunteers

Hey there parkies, hope everyone is having a great start to the week. We have plenty of roles available over the coming weeks, if you've thought about volunteering and haven't taken the step now is the perfect opportunity to give it a go. Let us know if you would like to help fill the blanks :)

09/01/2024

Do you have time and space in your home for a furry friend in 2024? Check out Red Collar Rescue Inc.

RANGER

1 year old male red cattle dog

This boy is very cheeky & you can't help but fall in love with his antics. He loves all the volunteers & is making friends with the dogs he has met. We think he will suit most homes where he can be included in the daily activities.

09/01/2024

Police are seeking assistance regarding a recent single vehicle traffic crash at the intersection of Bargara and Hughes Road, Bargara.

At approximately 5.27pm on Tuesday, January 2, a white Holden Barina hatchback allegedly lost control and crashed at the intersection, resulting in the vehicle flipping onto its roof.

Investigators are appealing to anyone with relevant vision or further information to contact police.

Police are seeking assistance regarding a recent single vehicle traffic crash at the intersection of Bargara and Hughes Road, Bargara. At approximately

09/01/2024

Randy is a lovable older gentleman currently in foster care and waiting to find his forever home through Red Collar Rescue.

07/01/2024

Ladies of Bundaberg! Get your tickets to Magic Men @ Brothers Sports Club Bundaberg.

Plan the ultimate girls night out when Magic Men Australia return to the club on February 23. Get your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/magic-men-take-over-bundaberg-qld-tickets-703076840757.

07/01/2024

Ladies ….. ONLY 3 SPOTS LEFT ..
start your golfing year off by playing in the Bundaberg Golf Club’s Ladies 2024 Burnett Cup Event.
Nominate your team and tee off on Saturday 10th February. There will be a maximum of 16 teams so organise your partner now and nominate so as not to miss out.
Forms are available at the Pro Shop.

Join us for this great match play event, come on, nominate, play and give it a go!

07/01/2024

Does your household have a go bag ready in case you had to evacuate in an emergency?

If you were told to evacuate your home immediately, would you be ready? 🔥

Having an Emergency Kit is an important step to prepare for, survive and cope with emergencies.

Preparing a grab and go pack is crucial with weather conditions changing quickly across our region. Important items to remember include medications, prescriptions, first aid kit, water and important documents.

ℹ For more information and more items to remember visit www.bit.ly/emergencykitsqld

05/01/2024

A great opportunity for young budding writers!

Writing Workshop for Teens

✏️Date: Wednesday 17 January 2024
✏️Time: 10am - 11.30am
✏️Bundaberg Library, 49 Woondooma St
✏️Age requirement: Ages 12-16yrs
✏️Bookings Essential

Do you love writing fast-paced action with edge-of-your-seat suspense? Or fantasy worlds where magic and other-worldly creatures rule? Maybe complex characters navigating the unpredictable world of growing up? Let author Sandy Curtis help you create a compelling story and find the satisfaction of reaching The End.

For more information visit the Wide Bay Kids website here:
➡️https://widebaykids.com.au/bundaberg-childers-gin-gin-library-summer-school-holiday-activities-2023-24/

05/01/2024

🌟 Invitation to Community Living and Working with Disabilities 🌟

Hello wonderful community members,

We're thrilled to extend a warm invitation to you for a special event in support of the WBHHS (Wide Bay Hospital and Health Service) engagement phase of their Disability Services Plan implementation. Join us for a delightful BBQ in the heart of Boreham Park, Bundaberg.

📅 Date: 16.01.2024 🕤 Time: 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM 📍 Location: Boreham Park, Bundaberg

This event is a celebration of inclusivity, community, and the strength that comes from supporting one another. We are grateful to the Bundaberg Regional Council for generously allowing us to use this beautiful park for our gathering. Their support plays a crucial role in making this event possible, and we extend our heartfelt thanks to them.

Local services will also be present, adding to the vibrancy of our community get-together. We appreciate their involvement and look forward to collaborative efforts in fostering an inclusive environment.

As we come together, we'll have the privilege of hosting hospital staff and services who will be available for information sharing. This is a fantastic opportunity to connect, learn, and strengthen the network of support within our community.

Bring your positive vibes, a smile, and an appetite for good food and even better company! Let's make this a memorable day of unity and shared experiences.

Feel free to spread the word and invite friends and family. We can't wait to see you there!

05/01/2024

REGISTER NOW FOR FOOTBALL QUEENSLAND WIDE BAY SUMMER HOLIDAY CLINIC IN BUNDABERG FROM 15TH-17TH JANUARY
Time's running out to register for Football Queensland Wide Bay's Summer Holiday Clinics at Martens Oval from 15th-17th January.
The clinics are a great way for boys and girls ages 4 - 14 to learn fundamental skills through a range of fun activities while staying active and making new friends.
Register now 👉 bit.ly/h0ldycl

05/01/2024

The Community Buzz team is excited to share that we are finally working towards launching our free community news sheet in Bundaberg!

We are currently seeking a local printer to work with, and businesses willing to stock/distribute issues of Community Buzz Bundaberg. We highly value working with and supporting local businesses whenever possible! Please tag local businesses you think might be keen to work with us.

If there's something you'd like to see in an upcoming issue please let us know in the comments, and be sure to follow us, share with your friends and watch this space for our launch date!

05/01/2024

The beginning of the school year can be tough financially, but if you're struggling, School Savvy is here to help.

School Savvy CQ and CatholicCare Central Queensland will hold a Pop-Up Shop at Bundaberg Recreational Precinct Exhibition Room (Off Main Pavillion), enter via Kendall's Road, next week 8th-12th January to get ready for the 2024 school year!

Starting January 8, for one week, it will be open on Monday from 8am-4.30pm, Tuesday-Thursday from 8.30am-4.30pm, and Friday 8am-Noon.

🔸 School uniforms
🔸Books
🔸 Ststionery

Their doors are open to all, especially to families who find those school lists a bit too much for their current budget.

There’s no set criteria or means testing to access the School Savvy pop-up shop, all they ask is that people please only take what they need so that the bargains are left for those that need them most.
Prices are rising everywhere, but they are doing their best to keep them down for the essential school items that kids need.
School Savvy is all about making sure every student gets a fair start to the school year, without the added financial stress.
So please, come shop, support the cause, or help them to spread the word. Together, they can make sure that no child goes without the essentials they need this coming school year.

SCHOOL SAVVY CQ & CATHOLIC CARE CQ BUNDABERG POP-UP SHOP NEXT WEEK
School Savvy CQ and CatholicCare Central Queensland will hold a Pop-Up Shop at Bundaberg Recreational Precinct Exhibition Room (Off Main Pavillion), enter via Kendall's Road, next week 8th-12th January to get ready for the 2024 school year!
Need school uniforms or booklist stationery, but worried about the cost? They have got you covered with affordable second-hand items. Their doors are open to all, especially to families who find those school lists a bit too much for their current budget.
Starting January 8, for one week, it will be open on Monday from 8am-4.30pm, Tuesday-Thursday from 8.30am-4.30pm, and Friday 8am-Noon.
There’s no set criteria or means testing to access the School Savvy pop-up shop, all they ask is that people please only take what they need so that the bargains are left for those that need them most.
Prices are rising everywhere, but they are doing their best to keep them down for the essential school items that kids need.
School Savvy is all about making sure every student gets a fair start to the school year, without the added financial stress.
So please, come shop, support the cause, or help them to spread the word. Together, they can make sure that no child goes without the essentials they need this coming school year.

05/01/2024

We live in a beautiful part of the world. Get out and explore what is in your own backyard!

05/01/2024

Now is the perfect time to cash in your drink containers that have piled up over the Christmas break! Head on down to IMPACT Community Services's refund points and go into the draw for a $50 gift voucher.

Don't forget to return your eligible containers this festive season! Each time you visit one of IMPACT's Container Refund Points, fill out an entry form and go in the monthly draw for a $50 gift voucher*.

Eligible containers can be dropped off at one of IMPACT's two Containers for Change QLD Refund Points in the Bundaberg region:
♻️ 78 University Drive, Bundaberg - Closed Sundays and Public Holidays only.
♻️ 417 Windermere Rd, Qunaba (at Green Solutions Wide Bay) - Closed Wednesdays, Sundays and Public Holidays only.

Bundaberg Regional Council



*Terms and conditions apply. Visit https://ow.ly/8H0G50QjzoS for more details.

05/01/2024

Looking for something fun for all the family to do on Australia Day? Look no further than Great Australian Bites at Neilsen Park, Bargara.

GREAT AUSTRALIAN BITES AUSTRALIA DAY CELEBRATIONS
The Great Australian Bites experience is back this Australia Day with a fun day out for the entire community.
Come along and Join in on Friday 26th January from 11am-5.45pm at Nielson Park, Bargara, to enjoy a menu of popular local food options, home-grown musicians and some good old fashioned Aussie fun.
Relax with friends and family on a picnic blanket and be entertained by a lively music program on the centre stage.
Great Australian Bites is presented by the Queensland Government in partnership with Bundaberg Regional Council and the National Australia Day Council. It will be hosted by Rotary Club of Bundaberg City Daybreak and proudly supported by Triple M.
Admission is Free.
Program coming soon!

05/01/2024

SES is seeking new volunteers! If you want to make a real difference in your community, get in touch with them and ask to be put in contact with your closest group.

The SES have groups located in

⚡️ Woodgate
⚡️ Childers
⚡️ Elliott Heads
⚡️ Moore Park Beach
⚡️ Gin Gin
⚡️ Bargara
⚡️ Bundaberg

Applicants must be at least 16 years of age, with anyone over 18 required to hold a current Blue Card and undergo a criminal history check as part of the application process.

Make 2024 your year of giving back to our community!

🍊 SEE YOURSELF IN ORANGE 🍊

New year, exciting new opportunities!!

We are actively recruiting and seeking new members across the Bundaberg Region.

We have Groups located in

⚡️ Woodgate
⚡️ Childers
⚡️ Elliott Heads
⚡️ Moore Park Beach
⚡️ Gin Gin
⚡️ Bargara
⚡️ Bundaberg

Applicants must be at least 16 years of age, with anyone over 18 required to hold a current Blue Card and undergo a criminal history check as part of the application process.

For more information about what volunteering with the SES involves, send us a message and we can put you in contact with your closest group, we love taking about the SES and the benefits volunteering provides.

28/07/2023

A huge congratulations to Rebecca Jenner, a local athlete and teacher at Shalom College, on her selection as the Commonwealth Youth Games Australian triathlon coach.

Rebecca Jenner is fulfilling a lifelong dream as she has been selected as the Commonwealth Youth Games Australian triathlon coach.

28/07/2023

Congratulations to The Pocket Storehouse on their successful move! We look forward to visiting you at your new location.

It's been two weeks of busy bliss at The Pocket Storehouse with sourdough lovers lining up out the doors of the popular bakery's new location