The Bundaberg Region is a place that brings senses to life; no matter your age or stage of life. The rural landscape is a kaleidoscope of colours; perfect for games of eye-spy. It’s an ideal family holiday destination, where everyone is welcome, including your furry...
S’mores. If you haven’t heard of them, you probably don’t spend enough time in the great outdoors. Loved by boy scouts and girl guides in Canada and the United States since the 1920s, they have enjoyed rising popularity in Australia in the past decade. Also known as...
There is something a little whimsical and childlike about dipping a brush into paint and dragging it over a canvas. Even if you haven’t attempted a painting since your kindy days, you are sure to find the magic again at Pinot and Piccaso. Now, painting is a lot more...
Moore Park Beach is glorious one day and perfect the next, but the highlight is the Moore Park Beach Arts Festival held in August each year. Hordes of people, families, and friends gather at the coastal town to enjoy entertainment, arts, markets, local foods and fun...
WORDS BY LARINE STATHAM-BLAIR You’d be hard pressed to find an Australian who doesn’t know the Icehouse song ‘Great Southern Land’. It’s as iconic as vegemite on toast. In 40 years the band has had 28 platinum albums, eight Top 10 albums and more than 30 Top 40...
Humans have been using juniper berries for their gastronomic, medicinal, and ritual properties for thousands of years. They have been found in ancient Egyptian tombs and were used in Olympic events because Romans believed they increased stamina in athletes. It seems...
When you want to showcase the abundant, fresh, seasonal produce growing in the Bundaberg Region, you can’t go past a grazing board. Simple yet effective, they are the perfect option for any occasion. They can be made even more indulgent with some premium macadamias...
Finding quality education and care for your children when you are new to town is always a challenge. In between moving house and starting new jobs, inspecting early learning centres and schools is time consuming and can be overwhelming. Then there are the added...
Words BY Michael Dart In an unassuming spot on Walker Street, across from the TAFE, you will find the Walker Street Arts Precinct. It’s a hidden arts gem and a hub for creative collaboration. For many it is a refuge. A retreat. A haven. The very definition of...
Schools are purposefully and thoughtfully designed. They are more than just a home for learning. They support development and growth. For some they are a home away from home. Schools can be a haven. Part of providing a safe space for children to be educated is...
The automotive industry is such a wonderful career, and I wanted to share my journey in finding my home in the Region and the career that emerged when I least expected it. My love of cars and the seeds of my love of the motor industry originated with my grandfather....
It’s that time of year when your last break seems like a distant memory and the hustle and bustle of life has completely taken over. Resolutions and thoughts of slowing things down or making more time for self-care have been lost in the everyday. Whether you need a...
Love. Beauty. Refinement. There is no doubting the orchid has a special mystique. Praised for its beauty and cursed by those who try and grow them without doing their research first. It’s no wonder there are member groups dedicated to this fragile flower, like the...
In late April triathletes from around Australia will visit Bargara to compete in the inaugural Auswide Bank Spirit Triathlon. Handpicked by Triathlon Queensland, the Bargara event is one of only 12 State Series competitions being held in 2022-23 that enables...
Now in its fourth year, Battle of the Schools is a quiz held over six weeks that involves year five and six students from both private and public schools across our Region. The questions range from english, science, maths, history, geography and some really good...
Enriching experiences. Natural wonders. Pristine beaches. Wholesome food and world-class beverages. Relaxed lifestyle. A slower pace. Whether you want to escape the hustle and bustle, spend time reconnecting with your family or replenish your body – the Bundaberg...
Donna Keech is determined to get more people swimming. Her philosophy is straight forward. “Swimming is a life skill and a skill for life. It’s an exercise with longevity; a fitness activity that will serve you for life, from six months to 80 years,” she said. Donna...
When asked whether an Olympic gymnast had ever hailed from Bundaberg, Tony Hogan’s immediate response is: ‘not yet!’. It’s this kind of forward-thinking positivity that is the driving force behind Gymfinity in East Bundaberg. Speaking with Tony and his wife Tracy,...
Words by Partriece Lyons There is strength in connection and collaboration. So when three like-minded women decided to combine their powers for good under a single banner, Little Blue Shop, it made complete sense. You might have driven past this cute little store on...
WORDS BY MICHAEL DART Powerful advocates deliver powerful performances. And this is particularly visible through the actions of great leaders, promoting great talent locally. I caught up with acclaimed soprano Suellen Cusack-Greensill recently about her support of...
Forget any preconceived ideas you had about pole dancing being associated with stripping. Pole dancing, lyra and silks are becoming mainstream thanks to performances like Pink’s stunning ‘Glitter In the Air’ at the 2010 Grammy Awards show. In 2021, her 10-year-old...
Breathe. Strengthen. Align. Stretch. Exercise doesn’t have to always be about weights and cardio. Movement and mobility are just as important, especially as we get older. Pulse Pilates By The Sea owner Melinda Pain said there was nothing more rewarding than hearing...
WORDS BY NIKKI SORBELLO Breaking the Queensland discus record at 15-years-old and qualifying for the Youth World Championships was a turning point for athlete Taryn Gollshewsky – she knew she had what it takes to make it. Her talent and dedication was not going to be...
Why physical education is important for all students Physical activity is foundational for human health and wellness. It’s why educators like St Luke’s Anglican School don’t underestimate its importance. Health and Physical Education Head of Faculty Michael Parsons...
You notice the sense of calm when you enter St Joseph’s Catholic Kindergarten. The children busy themselves with the various activities on offer. They laugh and play. You can tell they are comfortable in their environment. Opened in 2020, the kindy is bright and...
Words by Nikki Sorbello & Larine Statham-Blair The idea of strength brings up images of flexed, bulging muscles, dumbells and sweat. But if you ask anyone who exercises regularly, very few actually equate strength with lifting heavy weights. There is no doubt...
WORDS BY NIKKI SORBELLO Christmas lights conjure up special childhood memories of tiptoeing through the house late at night, the only illumination coming from the twinkling lights on the Christmas tree. It’s peaceful. Beautiful. Mesmerising. Calming. Untangling...
Every evening from November to March under the cover of darkness, people gather at a very special Queensland beach. They speak in a quiet hush, with their fingers crossed, hoping they will be lucky enough to observe the miracle of nature, something that is best...
Cast your mind back to the good ol’ days, where Dad packed the esky and Mum packed everything else, aside from the kitchen sink. You all hopped in the car for a classic weekend cook-up. No matter where you’re from, every Aussie family holiday or long weekend deserves...
There are many things Aussies and Kiwis will never agree on. Pavlova is one of them. Which country can lay claim to inventing it? In Bundaberg the humble pavlova is as iconic as a sausage on bread or a meat pie. It’s a firm favourite in the McPherson family household...