Bundaberg Regional Council

Council is inviting current and former workers, community members and visitors to share their stories of East Water Tower, as part of the conservation management plan for the site. East Water Tower has been a significant visual landmark in Bundaberg for over 100 years, and many people in the community have strong ties to the iconic structure. Constructed in 1902, East Water Tower is the tallest circular brick water tower remaining in Queensland and was a key element in Bundaberg’s first reticulated water system. The community’s personal stories and memories will help Council to understand and celebrate the tower’s importance to the social history of the Bundaberg Region. Share your story on Our Bundaberg Region here: https://lnkd.in/gidqDTtQ

Did you know? Our partnership with CQUniversity is helping tackle skills shortages, drive innovation, and keep local talent in the region. It is giving engineering cadets like Jordan Van Den Barselaar an opportunity to gain valuable hands-on experience while continuing his studies. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gXepkH2H #Bundaberg #CareerGrowth #Engineering

Last week our Natural Areas team joined forces with Yourtown trainees for Clean Up Australia Day, removing litter from Queens Park to prevent rubbish from entering the Burnett River. We are proud to be a Reef Guardian Council, taking proactive steps to safeguard our waterways 🌊 Thanks to the Yourtown trainees and our team for making Queens Park cleaner and safer for all! #CleanUpAustraliaDay #ReefGuardian #Sustainability

The current federal funding deal for councils was first introduced in 1974 – when Australian TV screens were still in black and white. 🙅 50 years later, the deal hasn’t changed. 🚧 Councils need more federal funding to run essential services for our community. 📣 Canberra, we need a new deal. We are adding our voice to a campaign to call for a fairer funding deal for you: https://lnkd.in/gGzqmWQT #localgovernmentassociationqueensland #LGAQ

Our team at the Bundaberg Library is excited to host the all new Fun and Games sessions, offering community members a chance to unwind with classic games like Uno, Scrabble, and Yahtzee. Staff are passionate about creating a welcoming, no-experience-required environment where adults can come together, have fun, and enjoy each other’s company. These free, fortnightly sessions reflect the library's commitment to fostering community well-being through both tech and non-tech programming. Find out more here: https://lnkd.in/gU4HD3uT #CommunityEvents #FunAndGames #LibraryPrograms

Local businesses, community groups and accommodation providers can help shape the future of the region’s tourism industry by providing feedback as part of the Hotel Demand Study! Tourism and Hospitality Services Australia (THSA), on behalf of Council, has launched five surveys targeted at accommodation providers, professional conference and event organisers, business and community groups, hotel guests, and visitors. Input from these key groups is sought to inform our advocacy initiatives for attracting hotel investment in the region 🏨 Find links to surveys and more information here: https://lnkd.in/gi6hJ7RJ

Did you know hotel room demand in the Bundaberg Region is expected to rise from 458 rooms in 2022 to 1,600 by 2032? Did you know there has been no new 4-star or branded hotels built since 1994?   We're conducting a Hotel Demand Study to tackle the region’s accommodation shortage and inviting local industries to share valuable insights that will help shape the future of our tourism and hospitality sectors.   📍 Bundaberg Multiplex Sport and Convention Centre 🕙 10 am – noon 📅 Thursday 20 February 2025 ✅ Register to attend https://lnkd.in/gzbpd6ZX   #HotelDemand #BundabergGrowth #IndustryFeedback #Tourism #Accommodation

Be Active Be Alive is back! 💪 The next round of our free fitness program has begun with 189 classes scheduled, including Aqua-aerobics, Uplift, Ausercise, HIIT Carnival Fitness, Spin Combo and more! This program is the perfect combination of locals and Council working together to provide something fun and free for the community, all while promoting an active and healthy lifestyle! Read more ⤵️

Our Hinkler Hall of Aviation team have been hard at work putting together a new exhibition that explores Bundaberg-born aviation pioneer Bert Hinkler’s test pilot years. This exhibition features rare photos, articles, and sketches from, shedding light on Bert’s contributions to modern aviation. Don’t miss this fascinating look into Bert's legacy! ✈️ More information here: https://bunrc.au/r/bertHHA #BertHinkler #AviationHistory #Bundaberg #Exhibition

2024 was a big year for sport in our region! From 6,000 fans cheering on NRL Round 24 at Salter Oval to over 4,200 participants joining in two rounds of Be Active Be Alive, there was no shortage of action. In addition, Council delivered: 🏃 Free community events like Move it Expo 🏅 Funding for local Olympians, Paralympians, and young sports stars 🥅 Facility upgrades and support for local clubs We’re excited to see what 2025 has in store! Read more about our 2024 sports achievements here: https://lnkd.in/gvhzMJXk #CommunitySport #ActiveLiving #SportInclusion