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Nita’s art practice is inspired by her love for the Childers region. Nita Rosher, ‘Time to Harvest’, 2026, Collagraph, 30 x 30 cm. Image supplied. A new exhibition from artist and educator Nita Rosher celebrates the people, local agriculture and vibrant landscape of the Childers region. ‘Telling Stories’ opens at Childers Arts Space on Saturday 11 July, with the artist to also host a sketching workshop during Childers Festival and an artist talk in August.

The Crisafulli Government welcomes UNESCO’s draft decision not to list the Great Barrier Reef as “in danger”, recognising strong progress to protect this global icon. The decision follows the Crisafulli Government's recent announcement of a record $330.5 million investment in the 2026-27 Budget to improve reef health The Great Barrier Reef supports around 77,000 jobs and contributes $9 billion annually to the national economy.

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Crisafulli Government announces new Chair and Board for South Bank Corporation. New leadership signals fresh start for South Bank Corporation to ensure it remains a key economic and tourism powerhouse. Appointments will help ensure South Bank is ready to host the world as Queensland looks to 2032 and beyond.

As Buss Park approaches its 100th anniversary in the coming years, the project is the first step in a broader vision to celebrate the park’s heritage, honour the Buss family and enhance its role as the heart of Bundaberg’s CBD. One of the region’s popular green spaces is preparing for a fresh new chapter, with Bundaberg Regional Council set to rejuvenate the iconic rose gardens in Buss Park.

Public notice – Removal of floating bridge, Emerald Posted on July 3, 2026 In the interest of public safety, the temporary floating bridge will be permanently removed on 6 July 2026 while construction of the new pedestrian bridge over the Nogoa River is carried out. Until the pedestrian bridge is completed later this year, alternative access across the Nogoa River will be via John Gay Bridge. If you have any enquiries, please contact council on 1300 242 686.

The Crisafulli Government acknowledges the distinguished record of service of Department of State Development, Infrastructure and Planning Director-General John Sosso, who has announced he will cease full time duties on 10 July due to health reasons.