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An Independent Newspaper delivering to the Bribie Island and Surrounding areas
Distribution NOW 24,000: Issue 124 OUT NOW!
White Patch - Banksia Beach - Bellara - Bongaree - Woorim - Sandstone Point - Ningi - Beachmere - Caboolture East - Donnybrook - Meldale - Toorbul - Elimbah (NEW) - Central Lakes Caboolture
No relief for Queensland’s excessively tight rental market
Queensland is experiencing record low vacancy rates with most regions remaining much tighter than what the Real Estate Institute of...
Feb 8, 20222 min read
Heliport approval causes a buzz with objectors
The approval of a heliport at Sandstone Point Hotel and Holiday Resort has been met with massive disappointment by local groups and...
Feb 8, 20223 min read
Community spirit recognised with new award
A passion and commitment for the community is in abundance on Bribie Island with another resident recognised for their achievements and...
Feb 8, 20222 min read


Beachmere Valentines celebrate 60 happy years
Jannes and Marjorie Horchner of Beachmere. Their secret? “Discuss everything.” Jannes (John) and Marjorie Horchner sat holding hands,...
Feb 8, 20223 min read






Garden with Jill
Hi gardeners, Happy New Year to one and all! I know that we are all hoping for a much happier and healthier 2022. Let’s look at Nature -...
Jan 11, 20223 min read
From the Editor's Desk
Hello Everyone, Welcome to issue 72, and of course, Happy New Year! Now, what will 2022 bring us, I wonder? First up, Cranky Lizard is on...
Jan 11, 20221 min read
BRIBIE ISLANDOFFSHORE FISHING REPORT JANUARY 2022
By Anthony Cass - Pelagic Hunter With typical La Niña weather conditions being predominant this past month, it has made it difficult for...
Jan 11, 20223 min read


Andrew’s Last Ride
On a sunny Saturday morning last month, hundreds of people lined Welsby Parade, Bribie Island Bridge and points along Bribie Island Road...
Jan 11, 20222 min read


Specific Collars Now Required for Dangerous Dogs
Under new Queensland legislation all regulated dogs, including restricted breeds, declared dangerous dogs and declared menacing dogs, are...
Jan 11, 20221 min read


See yourself in Orange?
Are you interested in: · learning new skills and using existing skills to help your community? · helping your community in...
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Funding boost on offer for manufacturing businesses
If you have a manufacturing business, you could be eligible for federal funding. The $280 million in funding is on offer in a bid to help...
Jan 11, 20221 min read
New projects set to benefit from Building Better Regions Fund
With a focus on growth into the future, new projects can receive a share of $250 million in federal funding available under the Building...
Jan 11, 20221 min read
Highlighting the importance skin of cancer awareness
Taking slip, slop and slap up a notch, a national campaign to raise skin cancer awareness is being rolled out this summer. A $10 million...
Jan 11, 20221 min read
Doctor boost for Bribie Island
We will soon see an increase in Doctor numbers, on and around Bribie Island, due to a change in classification allowing recruitment from...
Jan 11, 20222 min read
Take a step back in time
By staff writer Sheree Hoddinett Looking for something a little bit different to do? Why not immerse yourself in some island history...
Jan 11, 20222 min read
Australia Day – A Reflection
By staff writer Alistair Gray Hey, it's a holiday, a time for family, friends and fun! A time for National Unity. Schools back, for most,...
Jan 11, 20222 min read
A Life-changing Fight
by Staff Writer Sheree Hoddinett For Annie Barnett and her family, October 10, 2021 is a date they won’t forget in a hurry. It’s the...
Jan 11, 20223 min read
2022. Time to get excited!
By staff writer Matt Owen Well, here it is folks! Time stops for no-one. The year is now 2022. 2022 certainly doesn’t look like what I...
Jan 11, 20222 min read
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