The Big Breakfast with Blandy

State Member Chat with David Lee

Tue, 12 May 2026 22:59:23 +0000

The Federal Budget last night has revealed there is no money whatsover allocated for the the much anticipated PIalba /Burrum Heads road intersection. The State Member remains determined to fight for an upgrade to this notorious corner.

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Councillor Chat with Deputy Mayor Lauchlan Cosgrove

Mon, 11 May 2026 23:43:22 +0000

Bureaucracy gone mad? The Maryborough Time Cannon has been shut down due to gun laws. The Queensland Climate Resilient Councils Regional Forum is taking place in Hervey Bay and Waste to Art has been launched.

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State Member Chat with John Barounis

Wed, 06 May 2026 22:18:08 +0000

Police now have the power to remove those demonstrating anti-social behaviour from the CBD and another community meeting with State Representatives will take place in the Heritage City.

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Councillor Chat with Paul Truscott

Tue, 05 May 2026 22:56:26 +0000

Council is once again commited to the Local Government Blood Drive. Up to 49 clubs are set to benefit from the Community Grants Program and for the month of June, Council is doubling the desexing rebate which also provides cheaper registration for your pet.

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State Member Chat with David Lee

Fri, 01 May 2026 04:44:22 +0000

The Federal Government have previously commited to an 80-20 split on a long awaited Fraser Coast intersection upgrade. May 12th will be a defining day for our region if, as hoped ,they are true to their word.

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Councillor Chat with Deputy Mayor Lachlan Cosgrove

Tue, 28 Apr 2026 23:34:39 +0000

The topic of an increase in population and the associated infrastructue dominates Blandy's Chat with Deputy Mayor Lachlan Cosgrove this week.

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Councillor Chat with Michelle Byrne

Wed, 22 Apr 2026 22:40:34 +0000

The Burrum River Bridge access has been limited due to maintenance. Council is continuing to invest in playgrounds across the Fraser Coast and now is the time to dispose of those embedded batteries.

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State Member Chat with John Barounis

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 23:17:04 +0000

Changes to E Bike and E Scooter laws should make our roads and pathways safer. The possible redistribution of the electoral boundaries could place the Hervey Bay Hospital in the Maryborough electorate and the Government has announced their "Brighter Futures" initiative.

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Councillor Chat with Sara Faraj

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 23:59:13 +0000

The Butterfly event was a huge success with over 74 teams involved. The Youth Week progaram has been announced and footpath upgrades are underway.

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State Member Chat with David Lee

Tue, 17 Mar 2026 23:18:14 +0000

The Qld Redistribution Commission has indicated that new electoral boundaries could see the Hervey Bay Hospital Hospital fall into the Maryborough Electorate. Sound crazy? A petition is in place to say a resounding NO!!!!

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Councillor Chat with Denis Chapman

Mon, 16 Mar 2026 22:58:51 +0000

The first stage on the Pilaba Caravan Park Upgrade is complete along with 9 local parks receiving upgrades as well. Councillor Chapman personally believes Council shouldn't provide Community Barbecues.

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State Member Chat with Jon Barounis

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 23:20:35 +0000

Anti Social behaviour in the Maryborough CBD has been an issue for some time but it appears.Police will soon have the power to move people on without a request from Council.

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Councillor Chat with Denis Chapman

Mon, 02 Mar 2026 23:00:38 +0000

Council has opened consultation on proposed updates to the planning rules that guide how housing, neighborhoods and infrastructure devolop across the region. The Community Hub is just months from opening and Council is tackling baterry fire risks. Join Blandy as he chats with Councillor Denis Chapman.

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State Member Chat with John Barounis

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 21:52:35 +0000

Over 5000 signatures have been received in relation to a petition for the Federal Government to speed up the promised funding for the Tiaro Bypass. The Tones and I concert was a major coup for the Heritage City and there's futher news regarding a major Fraser Coast intersection.

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Councillor Chat with John Weiland

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 22:52:46 +0000

Council has received a $6.7 million dollor boost to protect and rebuild the Fraser Coast Coastline.Upgrades are underway at Oleander Park and council is offering residents free Psychological First Aid Training. Join Blandy as he chats with our Councillors every Tuesday morning after 8.30am

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Councillor Chat with Mayor George Seymour

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 23:25:02 +0000

The Fraser Coast Community Expo was a huge success. Council is improving accessibility with a "Mobility Maps" initiative and how far could and should council along with the Police, attempt to deal with a worldwide crisis which exists in our own backyard?

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Councillor chat with George Seymour

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 23:14:35 +0000

City centre upgrades will support the new Community Hub, Council strengthens focus on economic development and multi award winning authors will visit the Maryborough and Hervey Bay Libraries.

Catchup as Blandy chats with Mayor George Seymour

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State Member Catchup with John Barounis

Tue, 27 Jan 2026 23:14:34 +0000

A grants information night is coming up On the 4th February for community and sporting groups and what is the answer to the large amount of abandoned shopping trolleys around the city centre?

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Councillor Chat with Daniel Sanderson

Mon, 26 Jan 2026 23:18:14 +0000

Council is investing $1.5 million over the next four months to reseal dozens of local roads. Works are starting this week under the Urangan pier and the first councillor meet and greet takes place next week.

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State Member Chat with David Lee

Wed, 21 Jan 2026 22:37:37 +0000

The closure of the Local Branch of the Heritage Bank will certainly impact local customers and legislation regarding "Jacks Law" has changed giving police more power to remove concealed weapons.

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Councillor Chat with George Seymour

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 22:59:34 +0000

George joins Blandy for the first time in 2026.The Australia Day Award winners have been announced and will be officially recognized at the Brolga theatre Monday along with a record number of new Australian citizens.The Fraser Coast Community Expo is coming up next month and the region has two new flood cameras.

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State Member Chat with David Lee

Wed, 03 Dec 2025 22:59:34 +0000

Bayside Transformations recieves much needed funding for its ageing building. A new Artificial Reef is being delivered off Pt Vernon and work has begun on 17 Social Houses in Urangan and 26 units for the homeless in Pialba

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Councillor Chat with Paul Truscott

Tue, 02 Dec 2025 19:17:24 +0000

Councillor Truscott addresses a Human Rights Complaint. A Police Beat motion has been put forward, Fraser Coast Gift Cards go digital and the Xmas Lights Trail Map has been released.

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Councillor Chat with Mayor George Seymour

Mon, 24 Nov 2025 23:03:53 +0000

A new outdoor adventure attraction with high ropes and a zipline course has been approved by council.Have your say on a draft plan for Nickenbah and Dundowran and the Xmas festivities begin.

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Councillor Chat with Michelle Byrne

Tue, 18 Nov 2025 21:10:58 +0000

Waste to Art winners announced. A record number of people have had their say on the Torquay Foreshore. A temporary pop-up Customer Service Centre has been set up at the Brolga Theatre and the Mary Christmas CBD St Party is on 4-8.00pm this Saturday in Maryborough.

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State Member Chat with John Barounis

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 20:53:51 +0000

Funding of up to $20,000 is now available as part of the second round of the $40 million Secure Communities Partnership Program. The State Member insists the Government is not abandoning the homeless but attempting to take a holistic approach to the complex issue.

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Councillor Chat with Lachlan Cosgrove

Tue, 11 Nov 2025 21:34:38 +0000

The first of the Fraser Coasts Festive Events is happening this weekend. Time is running out to register for the Xmas Lights Trail,the Hundy Festival is on this weekend and a free Mini-Expo relating to dementia support is coming to the Hervey Bay Neighborhood Centre.

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State Member Chat with David Lee

Tue, 04 Nov 2025 23:10:00 +0000

Daniel's Law has been passed and the State Member explains exactly what the law entails. In light of the recent E Bike tragedies here in Qld, the goverment has launched an enquiry, the results of which will be released to the public in March next year.

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State Member Chat with John Barounis

Tue, 28 Oct 2025 23:03:49 +0000

Homelessness is a complex issue but the State Member assures us the Government is doing everything it can to tackle the issue. After a long wait a dangerous Tinana intersection is about to receive traffic lights.

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Councillor Chat with George Seymour

Mon, 27 Oct 2025 23:00:25 +0000

Numbers at the Hervey Bay Aquatic Centre have soared with the recent hot weather. If you own a dog it needs to registerd by this Friday, make sure you register for the xmas lights trail and council has adopted a plan to bring its Maryborough administration and customer service teams together in City Hall.

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State Member Chat with David Lee

Wed, 22 Oct 2025 19:57:34 +0000

Construction will soon begin on more Social Housing and accommodation for the homeless. A masterplan for the Urangan Harbour, a new MRI machine and a parliamantary enquiry in to the Containers for Change Scheme are also topics of conversation this week.

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Councillor Chat with Sara Faraj

Tue, 21 Oct 2025 19:39:31 +0000

Council has a new CEO, extra Qantas and Jetstar flights take off this week and coucil approves an additional $7000,000 for the Hervey Bay Basketball Association.

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State Member Chat with John Barounis

Wed, 15 Oct 2025 20:58:44 +0000

A number of new Bills have been introduced to parliament and the venue for the Olympic Archery Competition to be held in Maryborough should be announced soon.

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Councillor Chat with George Seymour

Mon, 13 Oct 2025 23:10:59 +0000

Have your say on the future of the Torquay Foreshore, it's time to register for the Xmas lights trail, Food and Groove Fridays is back, while Seniors Month continues and there's still time to register to show us your talents.

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Councillor Chat with George Seymour

Mon, 15 Sep 2025 23:04:50 +0000

Seniors month is nearly here and there is plenty happening.Road resurfacing works has begun in Hervey Bay and join Australia's Biggest Garage Sale

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State Member Catchup with David Lee

Tue, 09 Sep 2025 23:12:31 +0000

The future looks bright according to David after attending the Fraser Coast's Young Leaders Breakfast. The Fraser Coast Integrated Transport Strategy is providing valuable ideas for the future of transport in our region and Ingenia Lifestyle Hervey Bay has honoured those who have served with a fitting Anzac Memorial.

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Councillor Chat with Lachlan Cosgrove

Mon, 08 Sep 2025 23:13:44 +0000

The Burrum Heads Caravan Park Redevelopment is now complete. The Mary to Bay rail trail is receiving a lighting upgrade and the Qld Bulls are in town.

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Councillor Chat with George Seymour

Mon, 01 Sep 2025 23:32:29 +0000

Fraser Coast families and visitors will soon be able to tackle the Aqua Ninja activity area at WetSide Water Park for free. The roundabout at Woods Road, Chapel Road and Madsen Road, Nikenbah is now complete. This turns a previously high-risk intersection into a safer, more efficient connection for drivers. Council has approved new or renewed long-term leases for 32 local groups across Maryborough and Hervey Bay. This gives clubs certainty to plan, fundraise and improve facilities, and it puts unused Council land to work for locals.

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NRL Round 26 Elliot's Preview and Tips

Wed, 27 Aug 2025 22:49:16 +0000

Thanks to Intersport Boat Harbour Drive, The Rush Hour's Elliot Lovejoy joins Blandy every Thursday in the MMM Big Breakfast.

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State Member Catchup with David Lee

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 23:06:15 +0000

Residents are being urged to sign a petition for a much needed MRI machine for the Hervey Bay Hospital. A massive thanks to our last surviving WW2 veterans and Daniel's Law to be introduced.

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Councillor Chat with Michelle Govers

Mon, 25 Aug 2025 23:38:19 +0000

If you’re looking for a job, thinking about a career change, retired but wanting to get back into work or a mum looking at reskilling then Councils Jobs Ready Programme can help with those transitions.The Hervey Bay Aquatic Centre’s $9.6 million upgrades are almost complete and it’s not too late to have your say on the future of Nikenbah and Dundowran.These areas have been identified as important locations for the Fraser Coast’s next stage of growth and there are infromation sessions this Thursday.

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State Member Catchup with John Barounis

Tue, 19 Aug 2025 23:05:12 +0000

The State Government is encouraging Queensland veterans and their families, communities, and organisations to help shape Queensland’s first veterans’ strategy for the State.

The Queensland Veterans’ and Veterans’ Families’ Strategy aims to deliver the best possible services and supports are available for people who have served our nation.

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Councillor Chat with Mayor George Seymour

Mon, 18 Aug 2025 22:57:09 +0000

Our region is constantly growing and we have to plan for the future - so Council is looking at our growth areas and asking the community for feedback on Nikenbah and Dundowran. You can also have your say on the future of Oleander Park in Kawungan and nominations are closing for the Ability Awards to be held at the Brolga Theatre September 19th.

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NRL Round 24 Elliot's Preview and Tips

Wed, 13 Aug 2025 23:09:41 +0000

Thanks to Intersport Boat Harbour Drive the Qld Rush Hours Elliot Lovejoy joins Blandy every Thursday Morning in the MMM Big Breakfast

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State Member Catchup with David Lee

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 23:27:41 +0000

The State Government believes that systemic failures in our health system are a result of years of neglect by the previous government and that their "Health Rescue Plan" will go a long way to addressing these vital issues.

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Councillor Chat with Daniel Sanderson

Mon, 11 Aug 2025 23:08:32 +0000

Boarding Jetstar flights is now safer and easier. Council is going through a change in executive leadership with three senior leaders leaving to take on bigger roles elsewhere and dust off your eye patch and polish your peg leg as the annual Fraser Coast Mobility Scooter and Wheelchair Convey sets sail.

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NRL Round 23 Elliot's Preview and Tips

Wed, 06 Aug 2025 23:49:48 +0000

The Rush Hour's Elliot Lovejoy joins Blandy every Thursday in the MMM Big Breakfast thanks to Intersport Boat Harbour Drive.

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State Member Catchup with John Barounis

Tue, 05 Aug 2025 23:21:05 +0000

The Government is confident that a compromise with Qld State School Teachers can be achieved. Play on Sport Vouchers offer families $200 of sport fee relief and the solutions to Maryborough's CBD problems is not an easy fix.

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Councillor Chat with Mayor George Seymour

Mon, 04 Aug 2025 23:24:32 +0000

Great news for the region with the Qld Bulls taking on Tasmania in Maryborough next month. The Waste to Art Competition is back for 2025 and there's plenty of Whale Festival activities on this weekend.

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NRL Round 22 Elliot's Preview and Tips

Wed, 30 Jul 2025 22:46:41 +0000

Every Thursday morning Blandy catches with Elliot Lovejoy from the Qld Rush Hour as they discuss the upcoming round of NRL matches.

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State Member Catchup with David Lee

Tue, 29 Jul 2025 23:33:21 +0000

The government has announced additional funding for Galangoor Duwalami Primary Health Care Service with the aim to provide extra support for the social and emotional health and wellbeing of our indigenous community. Jacks Law is now operational and the government is aiming to cut the red tape needed to fast track a number of Bills currently before Parliament.

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Councillor Chat with Phil Truscott

Mon, 28 Jul 2025 23:02:01 +0000

Council has a new Bushfire Plan. The Glenwood Playground Grand Opening is on August 9th and as part of Seniors month, if you can sing, twirk or crack a joke and you're over 50, entries are now open for the Seniors Talent Quest at the Hervey Bay RSL.

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NRL Round 21 Elliot's Preview and Tips

Wed, 23 Jul 2025 23:03:22 +0000

Thanks to Intersport Boat Harbour Drive join Blandy and The Rush Hour's Elliot Lovejoy every Thursday Morning as they preview the upcoming round of NRL.

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State Member Catchup with John Barounis

Tue, 22 Jul 2025 23:20:19 +0000

Maryborough’s issues with disorderly CBD behaviour have reached new heights after Premier David Crisafulli spent the early afternoon at the Maryborough Services Club to speak to worried business owners.

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Councillor Chat with Mayor George Seymour

Mon, 21 Jul 2025 23:02:24 +0000

The Brolga Theatre is officially 25 years of age. The Hervey Bay Hub is now halfway through consctruction, new speed limit zones are being enforced and there's nothing our Mayor won't try and admits ballet is no exception.

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NRL Round 20 Elliot's Preview and Tips

Wed, 16 Jul 2025 22:31:48 +0000

Thanks to Intersport Boat Harbour Drive join Blandy and The Rush Hour's Elliot Lovejoy every Thursday Morning as they preview the upcoming round of NRL.

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State Member Catchup with David Lee

Tue, 15 Jul 2025 23:33:24 +0000

A commision of inquiry has been announced into the lawless behaviour and culture of the CFMEU.

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Councillor Chat with Paul Truscott

Mon, 14 Jul 2025 23:36:48 +0000

The Fraser Coast rallies for lifesaving winter blood drive. Nominations are now open for the 2025 All Abilities Awards and the Bolga turns 25.

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NRL Round 18 Maroon's Preview and Tips

Wed, 02 Jul 2025 22:52:52 +0000

Thanks to Intersport Boatharbour Drive keep up to date with all your NRL news as MMM's Anthony Maroon joins Blandy Thursdays in the Big Breakfast

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Councillor Chat with Michelle Byrne

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 23:06:10 +0000

The Waste Strategy Review is halfway through the ten year plan and has been updated to ensure less landfill and more recycling. New Leases for the Maryborough Showgrounds, the new Glenwood playground is almost finished and there's plenty of school holiday activities available to the kids.

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NRL Round 17 Maroon's Preview and Tips

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 22:58:45 +0000

Thanks to Intersport Hervey Bay join Maroon and Blandy every Thursday in the MMM Big Breakfast

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State Member Catchup with David Lee

Tue, 24 Jun 2025 23:45:19 +0000

The Governments first budget was officially released Tuesday. State Member for Hervey Bay David Lee discusses what it means for us locally here on the Fraser Coast.

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Councillor Chat with Mayor George Seymour

Mon, 23 Jun 2025 23:27:34 +0000

Great news as Qanats announce they are reinstating morning and evening flights. Have your say on the future of cemetery services, council has provided incentives to adopt a dog and the Brolga Theatre turns 25.

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NRL Round 16 maroon's Preveview and Tips

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 23:19:20 +0000

Join MMM's Guru of League Anthony Maroon Thursday mornings in the MMM Big Breakfast

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State Member Catchup John Barounis

Wed, 18 Jun 2025 02:10:05 +0000

Thje State Member is willing to start a petition in order to secure a mobile blood doantion unit for Maryborough and the State Government has once again provided funding to ease the financial burden of childrens sporting fees.

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Councillor Chat with Deputy Mayor Sara Faraj

Mon, 16 Jun 2025 23:25:12 +0000

We'll all be paying more in rates as council reluctantly endorses the 2025/26 Budget. Adopt and Adult Dog Promotion and the next night library this Thursday are some of the topics of discussion this week.

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Choirboys Mark Gable joins Blandy in The Big Breakfast

Sun, 15 Jun 2025 22:43:39 +0000

Blandy chats with Mark Gable ahead of the Choirboys show this Saturday noght at the Brolga Theatre.

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NRL Round 15 Maroon's Preview and Tips

Wed, 11 Jun 2025 23:13:33 +0000

Thanks to Interspor,t Boat Harbour Drive Hervey Bay, MMM's Guru of League joins Blandy every Thursday in The Big Breakfast.

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The Qld Premier dropped in for a chat with Blandy this morning.

Tue, 10 Jun 2025 23:04:45 +0000

Qld Premier David Crisafulli is on the Fraser Coast today and would have copped the wrath of Blandy if he didn't come in to say hi.

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Councillor Chat with Mayor George Seymour

Mon, 09 Jun 2025 23:12:24 +0000

George plays the Cymbals at the Brolga Theatre? Hard to believe the Brolga is turning 25 and there are some major events planned.Councils unite to tackle Climate Change, Design a Library Card Launches and Free Aqua Aerobics are available this week as part of Men's Health Week.

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NRL Round 14 Maroon's Preview and Tips

Thu, 05 Jun 2025 21:47:40 +0000

He knows his footy but the jury is still out on his tipping. Thanks to Intersport Hervey Bay Maroon joins Blandy every Thursday in the MMM Big Breakfast.

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Councillor Chat with Deputy Mayor Sara Faraj

Mon, 02 Jun 2025 22:58:48 +0000

Council has endorsed the preferred master plan for the Maryborough CBD. Men’s Health Week kicks off next week and to celebrate council is offering FREE Rock Aqua Aerobics classes for men. The Burrum River Bridge will be closed for 5 weeks for essential repairs.

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NRL Round 13 Maroon's Preview and Tips

Wed, 28 May 2025 23:49:05 +0000

Thanks to Intersport Hervey Bay Blandy catches up with MMM's Anthony Maroon every Thursday morning in the MMM Big Breakfast.

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State Member Catchup with David Lee

Tue, 27 May 2025 23:44:40 +0000

The State Government has been busy with a Commission of Enquiry into Child Safety, a Parliamentary Enquiry into E scooters and E Bikes and 20 additional offences have been added to the Adult Crime, Adult Time laws

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Councillor Chat with Deputy Mayor Sara Faraj

Mon, 26 May 2025 23:00:27 +0000

Great news for the region with Jetstar adding another weekly flight to Sydney. The Better Bins Program is here with the aim to educate or recycling habits and council has been crowned Qld Management Challenge Champions.

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State Member Catchup with John Barounis

Tue, 20 May 2025 23:06:05 +0000

The State Member insists there will be no job losses at Downer and the new Adult Crime Adult Time laws has seen a decrease in Youth Crime according to the latest stats.

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Coucillor Chat with Lachlan Cosgrove

Mon, 19 May 2025 23:19:23 +0000

Two men jailed over an attack on council staff. Medical students along with 25 guest speakers visited our region on the weekend, the 150th Fraser Coast Show is on this week and it's Open Day this Sunday at the Botanical Gardens.

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NRL Round 11 Maroon's Preview and Tips

Wed, 14 May 2025 22:45:38 +0000

Catchup as Blandy chats with MMM's Guru of League Anthony Maroon Thursday mornings in "The Big Breakfast".

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May 14th State Member Catchup with John Barounis

Tue, 13 May 2025 23:58:02 +0000

It's all about the trains this week and the State Member for Maryborough claims it's his top priority to ensure there are no job losses at Downer.

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Councillor Chat with George Seymour and Sara Faraj

Mon, 12 May 2025 23:16:35 +0000

Both the Mayor and the Deputy Mayor joined Blandy in the studio for this weeks Councillor Chat. New Walk of Achievers Inductees, the Mary River Pontoon upgrades have begun, Ghost Hunting Tours come to The Bond Store and the 150th Fraser Coast Show is on next week.

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NRL Round 10 Maroon's Preview and Tips

Thu, 08 May 2025 19:50:01 +0000

Can Maroon improve his tipping record this weekend? MMM's Guru of League chats to Blandy every Thursday in the Big Breakfast

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Councillor Chat wih Denis Chapman

Tue, 06 May 2025 00:08:31 +0000

Wetside closes for renovtions, the Hervey Bay Library to trial night opening hours and Coucillor Chapman believes the Torquay Caravan Park should stay.

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NRL Round 9 (Magic Round) Maroon's Preview and Tips

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 23:14:04 +0000

It's a big weekend of "Magic Round" footy and Maroon is all over it. Catchup as Maroon chats to Blandy every Thursday morning thanks to Intersport Hervey Bay.

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State Member Catchup with John Barounis

Wed, 30 Apr 2025 20:47:30 +0000

The Trust Bill 2025 is looking to consolidate and amend the law relating to trusts based on modernising and simplifying trusts legislation.

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Councillor Chat with Sara Faraj

Tue, 29 Apr 2025 01:15:20 +0000

Last chance to have your say on the Local Government Infrastructure plan. Temporary Beach Volley Ball facilitity for Pialba and if you love gardening, Costa Georgiadis is coming to Hervey Bay.

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NRL Round 8 Maroons Preview and Tips

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 23:12:56 +0000

Maroon's tips over the last 2 weeks have yielded a 25% success rate. It's time he lifted his game. Thanks to Intersport Hervey Bay Maroon chats to Blandy every Thursday morning in the Big Breakfast.

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Councillor Chat with Lachlan Cosgrove

Mon, 21 Apr 2025 23:59:52 +0000

Councillor Cosgrove has moved an amendment relating to triplexes as the first steps of the Planning Scheme overhaul are undertaken. The current planning scheme has been in place since 2014 and are to be updated.

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Secret Sound Winner

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 23:06:01 +0000

Congratulations Nathan, $3780 richer thanks to Wide Bay Motorgroup and MMM.

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Round 7 Maroon's Preview and Tips

Wed, 16 Apr 2025 22:29:18 +0000

MMM's Guru of League Anthony Maroon joins Blandy every Thursday morning with his expert analsysis of the upcoming round.

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Councillor Chat Catchup with George Seymour

Tue, 15 Apr 2025 19:51:51 +0000

The Fraser Coast Show is about to celebrate 150 years, the Jobs Ready Promgram has been expanded and new exhibitions are on display at Gatakers Artspace. Join Blandy and Mayor George Seymour as they chat about local issues in this weeks "Councillor Chat".

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NRL Round 6 Preview and Tips

Wed, 09 Apr 2025 22:11:27 +0000

Thanks to Intersport Boat Harbour Drive Pialba get the latest NRL news and tips for Round 6 from MMM's very own Anthony Maroon.

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Councillor Chat Catchup with Michelle Govers

Mon, 07 Apr 2025 23:02:04 +0000

A new $31 million dollar recycling sorting centre in Maryborough is now oficially open, get ready for Seniors Month, Youth week continues and "a Dogs Day Out" is coming up this Sunday in Granville.

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NRL Round 5 Maroon's Preview and Tips

Wed, 02 Apr 2025 22:59:34 +0000

Thanks to Intersport Boat Harbour Drive Pialba get the latest NRL news and tips for Round 5 from MMM's very own Anthony Maroon.

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State Member Catchup with John Barounis

Wed, 02 Apr 2025 22:44:37 +0000

Adult crime, adult time expands to 33 offences and Government statistics suggest stolen vehicles and break-ins are down in the Wide Bay region.

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Councillor Chat Catchup with George Seymour

Tue, 01 Apr 2025 00:37:28 +0000

The Brolga Theatre is back up and running after renovations. There's a new weapon to fight the regions fastest growing weed and the Youth Weeek school holiday program kicks off this weekend.

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Catchup with David Lee

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 00:24:52 +0000

Olympics, Olympics, Olympics.

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NRL Round 4 Maroon's Preview and Tips

Wed, 26 Mar 2025 22:47:59 +0000

The Guru of League joins Blandy every Thursday with a comprehensive look at the upcoming round of NRL action.

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Councillor Chat Catchup with Daniel Sanderson

Mon, 24 Mar 2025 23:23:39 +0000

New footpaths for both cities, stage one of the Maryborough Cemetry upgrades and the vision of the Hervey Bay Esplanade Masterplan to be voted on.

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Catchup with John Barounis

Thu, 20 Mar 2025 23:04:54 +0000

Have your say in the joint Local and State, Fraser Coast Transport Future Survey and the State Government has made available part funding for the Pathways in our Schools initiative.

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NRL Round 3 Maroon's Preview and Tips

Wed, 19 Mar 2025 23:16:06 +0000

MMM's resident league guru Anthony Maroon joins Blandy every Thursday in the MMM Big Breakfast.

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