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Ahead today ... claims a popular visa  scheme is leading to modern slavery. The next step to removing fluoride from Gympie's water. Calls to clear elective surgery wait lists. And the traditional craft keeping kids on track.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's episode... How a Gympie man survived almost 20 hours stranded at sea. Turtles and tourists return to Mon Repos. And tonnes of rubbish continually pulled from the Burnett River. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coming up today, a local school principal speaks out about online bullying. Some good and bad news for a couple of major local projects. A Bundy boy singing the praises of Lifeflight to raise money. And a Bundy mother and daughter among Queensland nominees for the Australian of the Year Awards   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coming up today a change of heart about the proposed Bundaberg East Flood Levee. Why MPs are checking their flight records. A devastating end in the search for a missing fisherman. And we take you to Belgium for a special Remembrance Day ceremony.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's episode we break down the State Election results.  A man who killed a dingo with a speargun faces court. The Australian Anti-Ice Campaign makes its mark in Bundaberg. And police prepare to increase patrols at 4WD hot spots.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, why a widely used herbicide has been banned. Military police swarm the Cooloola Coast. Bundy's link to the King of the Mountain.  And reliving the stories of Gympie's past. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today we speak to a political analyst about his predictions for the Queensland election.  How rising domestic violence call outs are affecting police.  The free service that's provided mental health support to hundreds of people. And happy birthday Gympie!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's episode ... a grim outlook for natural disasters.  The Royal Flying Doctor Service's new pilot training academy opens.  Volunteers working to reduce fatalities.  And an iconic Gympie event returns. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week ... backlash over removing fluoride from Gympie's water. Why the Bundaberg Mayor has headed to China.  The new plan to grow food and beverage manufacturing.  And conservationists weigh in on the Borumba Pumped Hydro project. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode.....we update you with the latest news on a possible coal mine near Bundy. The Gympie Bruce Highway bypass party slammed. An Australia first battery facility moving ahead in Maryborough. And big wins for our Queensland Country rugby league players.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this week's episode....you'll find out all you need to know about snake season. Local health workers acknowledged at an awards night. Kids learning how to be responsible anglers. And a local rugby league player will run out for the Queensland Country women's team against City this weekend.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week ... a major police operation targeting the illegal movement of firearms.  Battles for the RFS on and off the fire grounds. The Federal Government called on to back the Bruce Highway. And why more people are taking up Muay Thai.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's episode, the truckies call for urgent repairs to the Bruce Highway  Our region will be home to a Greater Glider Forest Park The Gympie CWA celebrates 100 years And a local legend crowned Queensland's SES Member of the Year    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week in your local news wrap: The "chaotic crash" that closed the Bruce Highway for 24 hours  A rehabilitation service marks 30 years Catch up with the lead singer of The Whitlams on the band's transition into country  And Bundaberg to host its first Legends of League game   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's episode ... A 12 hour stand off in Hervey Bay. The Gympie Music Muster is in full swing and we take you there. Medical students get a taste of country living. And our local legend has worked for Qld Rail for 60 years but isn't sure when he'll retire.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week....the tele-chemo program expands to more rural hospitals. The Gympie Muster continues to grow while other music festivals falter. The High School students dishing up a feast in Gympie.  And we speak to celebrity chef Justine Schofield ahead of her first trip to Bundy.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's episode, A major police operation hits the region. Tourism operators concerned about the impact of the Gympie bypass. The service keeping party goers safe in Bundaberg. And this week's local legend is a police officer who's retiring after 42 years in the job. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we check out the $450-million resort approved for Hervey Bay A new project to drive down loneliness  A major sporting event locked in for Bundaberg And the Gympie CWA turns 100.     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week in your local news fix...  A teenager pleads guilty to all charges related to a triple fatality at Maryborough  Gympie residents hit with a 9.3% rate hike  How medical students are giving back to the Bundaberg community  Fishing equipment injuring wildlife on K'gari   And the rugby league program improving parents' behaviour on the sidelines   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy info...

In today's local news fix: What changes to the Patient Travel Subsidy Scheme means for locals Contention over the future of the Cooloola Recreation Area  A two-day operation to save a stranded humpback off Hervey Bay  And cycling takes over Bundaberg See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A former police officer, who investigated more than 500 fatal crashes, calls for urgent highway upgrades. The push to incorporate artificial intelligence in businesses. A Cooloola Coast family owned supermarket to open in the Mary Valley. And how locals could be part of the 2025 Academy Awards.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome back to your local news fix.  In this week's episode we get a breakdown of the new Queensland Fire Department and what it means for local firefighters. You'll also hear from the former Gympie Deputy Mayor and the remarkable journey of his Melbourne Cup winning race horse. Meet the region's first Special Constable. And we chat to two women chasing country music stardom.  See omnystudio.com/...

In today's episode,  The research project focused on improving opportunities for local South Sea Islanders. Find out about whale snot as we preview the start of the whale watching season in Hervey Bay.  An Aussie-first medical program extended in the Wide Bay. And future country music stars fine tuning their craft in Gympie.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's episode, how a controversial nuclear plan will impact the region. Advice to locals ahead of the fire season. A teenager reunited with the aeromedical team that helped save his life. And the Gympie Rattler launches the 'Buy a Sleeper' program.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's episode we find out what the State Budget means for our region.  The updated cost for the Bundaberg Aquatic Centre is revealed.  A major disruption to drug distribution in the Wide Bay-Burnett.  Details about the research project aiming to protect Aussie wildlife and local drivers.  And this week's local legend is co-Founder of Bundaberg Brewed Drinks, Cliff Fleming AM. See omnystudio.c...