History

Metal detectors seek local treasure

Bundaberg Area Metal Detecting Group's Lee Brown says the possibilities of what can be found when you are armed with just a metal detector and shovel are endless.

St John the Divine Anglican Church’s 80th birthday

A community fete will be held at the St John the Divine Anglican Church at Burnett Heads in celebration of the church’s 80th Birthday.

Bert Hinkler letters digitised, available online

The State Library of Queensland has announced that letters written by pioneer aviator Bert Hinkler are now available online.

Bargara tree a living link to Bert Hinkler

Sitting inconspicuously on the side of Bargara Road is a candlenut tree with a long and rich history linked to the region’s very own pioneer aviator Bert Hinkler.

Childers celebrates Gaydon’s building 125 years

The 125th anniversary of the historic Gaydon's building in Childers was celebrated today with descendants of the founder in attendance.

Terrible 1919 flu pandemic claimed Bundaberg lives

While flu season strikes again in the Bundaberg Region, 100 years ago the deadliest pandemic to ever hit Australia claimed thousands of lives.

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