Jobs Fraser Coast’s – Fraser Coast Industry & Careers Showcase is back for its fifth year, and the momentum is stronger than ever. The event has become the go-to event for connecting students and jobseekers with real career opportunities and training pathways. Michelle Hay, Chair Jobs Fraser Coast says that the showcase is a must attend event for the region’s employers, job seekers and school students.  “The showcase has become a cornerstone for workforce development in our region. The connections forged here are invaluable for both jobseekers and employers alike, contributing to the long-term prosperity of the Fraser Coast. “This event […]

-By Kim Parnell- Australian comedian, scriptwriter, author, and now Hervey Bay local, Tracy Harvey grew up in a house where laughter wasn’t just encouraged, it was essential. With comedy in the air and creativity at every turn, her childhood was a lively mix of British sitcoms, spontaneous puppet shows, and hands-on artistic adventures that would shape her colourful path in life. “My older sister and I would sit at the foot of our parent’s bed and watch all the British sitcoms,” Tracy recalls. “Some of my favourites were Reg Varney’s The Rag Trade, The Two Ronnies and anything Australian too, […]

Fraser Coast Regional Council is turning up the volume and making a splash for Men’s Health Week (June 9–15, 2025) with Rock the Pool – Mental Health in Motion, a series of high-energy aqua aerobics classes designed just for men. Fraser Coast Mayor George Seymour said the rock-themed workouts at the Maryborough and Hervey Bay Aquatic Centres aim to get men moving, smiling, and staying active in a fun, low-impact setting. “During Men’s Health Week, the Hervey Bay and Maryborough Aquatic Centres will host free 45-minute sessions in our heated pools, bringing together the therapeutic power of water, music and […]