Bundaberg Now Podcast

Bundaberg Now Podcast

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Bundaberg Now Podcast episodes

  • Bundaberg Now Podcast #12

    In today's episode we learn about two important roles within Council, more on the Cochrane Artificial Reef and the first song from Art as an Act of Optimism project funded by the Regional Arts Development Fund, featuring local artist Peter Knight.
    Local news highlights include Council working to become the state's Queensland Small Business Friendly Council, a $12 million infrastructure program underway at Bundaberg State High School, and Dorrie Day highlights current and future job and training opportunities for First Nations peoples. 

    19 min
  • Bundaberg Now Podcast #11

    In today's episode we learn about Boreham Park upgrades, the Cochrane Artifical Reef, Childers Library Read to Me Day and local business, the Seafood Smokery.
    Local news highlights include the Qld Premier's visit to Bundaberg, the announcement of the site of the new Bundaberg Hospital, the first eScript in Queensland, and the roll-out of the Bundaberg Jobs Committment.

    17 min
  • Bundaberg Now Podcast #10

    In today's episode we learn about local events moving forward with COVID-19 restrictions lifting, the Cochrane Artificial Reef, Childers Visual Art Group and more.

    Local news highlights include the Spotted Dog Tavern and Federal Backpacker Hostel fire, Endeavour foundation workers return to work, and Leanne Kemp's visit to the region. 

    19 min
  • Bundaberg Now Podcast #9

    In today's episode we learn about #artsbundyathome, Surf Life Saving training, the Bundaberg Botanic Gardens Kids Activity Trail and the Burnett Heads RV village development. 
    Local news highlights include LifeFlight's record year, the local strawberry season, a makeover of the Bundaberg Multiplex, Bundaberg Hockey's season start and Council's million trees target.

    20 min
  • Bundaberg Now Podcast #8

    In today's episode we hear about what's happening in the events and arts spaces, learn more about the Cochrane artificial reef and discover the story of Alloway Farm Markets.
    Local news highlights include mobile phone black spot nominations, flood water sensor installations, and tourism and sporting updates.

    20 min
  • Bundaberg Now Podcast #7

    In today's episode we hear about eServices at the Library, discover 10 popular rides around the region, and learn about Council's Regulatory Services team and the Cochrane Artificial Reef.

    Local news highlights include the Bundaberg Regional Council's 2020 Budget, commemoration of the 20th anniversary of the Childers Backpacker Hostel fire, funding for Surf Lifesaving Queensland in the Bundaberg Region and Bargara developments.

    19 min
  • Bundaberg Now Podcast #6

    In today's episode we hear from Colin Santacaterina on his reflections of the Childers Backpacker Hostel fire. We learn about things happening on the local foodie scene, how you can get involved with the Bundaberg Jobs Commitment, and the history of the Bundaberg Post Office. 

    Local news highlights include the commemoration of the 20th anniversary of the Childers Backpacker Hostel fire, steam train rides at the Bundaberg Botanic Gardens, and a local PhD candidate.

    17 min
  • Bundaberg Now Podcast #5

    In today's episode we hear again from former local journalist Paul Cochrane about his podcast series on the Childers Backpacker Hostel fire. We learn about the Bundaberg Jobs Commitment, #artsbundyathome, the history of Queen's Park, and reading for pleasure.  Local news highlights include the reopening of visitor information centres, humpback whale migration and the Harvest Hostel in Gin Gin. 


    21 min
  • Bundaberg Now Podcast #4

    In today's episode we hear again from former local journalist Paul Cochrane about his podcast series on the Childers Backpacker Hostel fire. We also hear about the Multiplex Sport and Convention Centre, and learn about the rare species of macadamia trees found in our region. Local news includes community members recognised in the Queen's Birthday Honors, upgrades to North Isis Road and an update on the region's COVID-19 cases. 

    17 min
  • Bundaberg Now Podcast #3

    In this episode we hear from former local journalist Paul Cochrane, who has produced a podcast series on the Childers Backpacker Hostel fire. We'll hear about native bees, meet the new art gallery director and get an update from Bundaberg Regional Libraries.  

    22 min

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Bundaberg Now Podcast features news and interviews from the Bundaberg Region of Queensland, Australia.