A new pontoon and gangway will soon be built on the Mary River near the Wide Bay Rowing Club replacing infrastructure damaged beyond repair in the 2022 floods The project is being funded through the Australian and State Government’s Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements – Recreation and Community Assets Funding Program Fraser Coast Regional Council awarded the $1.855 million tender for the Maryborough Rowers Pontoon project to The Marina Specialist Pty Ltd (trading as Marine Structures) Fraser Coast Mayor George Seymour said Maryborough had a deep connection to the sport of rowing with the Wide Bay Rowing Club's history dating back to 1881 “The Wide Bay Rowing Club achieved a famous victory 100 years ago one of Australian rowing’s most historic and competitive events,” he said “The club continues to thrive today and maintains strong ties with Maryborough State High School fostering the next generation of rowers.” Cr Seymour said that since the 2022 floods a temporary pontoon had provided small boat access to the Mary River while the club also used Tinana Creek for training including school rowing activities for larger quad boats “The process of replacing the pontoon has been thorough due to the complexities of designing a flood-resilient structure within the environmentally sensitive Great Barrier Reef riverine area,” he said “We thank the Wide Bay Rowing Club for their patience and valuable input into the design of the new pontoon.” The new pontoon and gangway system will be designed for greater resilience with features to withstand moderate flooding and a release mechanism to limit damage during major flood events Work is expected to start in 2025 with the timing dependent on State Government development approvals Upgrades to the Maryborough Garden of Rest Lawn Cemetery will begin next week creating a peaceful and accessible space for families to visit and pay their respects to loved ones Fraser Coast Mayor George Seymour said the Stage One upgrades will include a new ashes memorial arbour “These upgrades ensure we continue to meet the needs of our growing community by providing a beautiful serene space where people can remember and honour those who have passed,” he said “The new memorial arbour will provide approximately 400 additional small compartments for ashes helping us keep up with demand while also improving the overall experience for visitors “The arbour will be constructed from concrete posts with bench seating underneath and creeping vines planted along the sides to create a natural A new concrete pathway will connect it to the existing walkways.” Cr Seymour said granite niche blocks will also be installed along the pathway allowing ashes to be housed inside alongside memorial plaques “The upgrades reflect Council’s commitment to thoughtful planning and ensuring families have a dignified and peaceful place to remember loved ones “A cemetery is more than just a final resting place—it’s a space for reflection “These improvements will ensure the Maryborough Garden of Rest remains a well-maintained welcoming place for generations to come.” with Stage One of the memorial arbour being the first element completed The work area will be fenced off during construction but disruptions to visitors will be minimal Stage One upgrades are expected to be completed by June 2025 Maryborough residents and businesses will soon benefit from $1.35 million in road upgrades with major works planned for Fort Lane and Saltwater Creek Road to improve driving conditions Work on Saltwater Creek Road (Woodstock Street to Hutchins Street) started this week and includes replacing damaged kerbing The project is expected to be finished by April 2025 Fort Lane (Alice Street to Albert Street) will be fully rebuilt to make the road stronger and safer This project is estimated to run from April to September 2025 Member for Maryborough John Barounis said the Crisafulli Government was committed to supporting vital infrastructure delivery for the people of Maryborough and the Fraser Coast “We want to see rural and regional communities across Queensland thrive which is we have made Works for Queensland a permanent funding program,” Mr Barounis said “Projects like this will not only help improve the liveability of local communities but also support tens of thousands of jobs in rural and regional council areas.” Fraser Coast Regional Council Roads and Transport spokesperson Cr Phil Truscott said the upgrades would ensure safer and more reliable road networks for residents and businesses “These upgrades will make these roads safer and reduce the need for future repairs,” he said “The $1.1 million Fort Lane project will create a stronger “The $250,000 Saltwater Creek Road project as a part of the $1.75m Kerb and Channel replacement project funded under the Queensland Government’s Works for Queensland program is expected to improve kerbing and drainage to help prevent pooling water and wear on the road.” Traffic management will be in place during the works one lane of Saltwater Creek Road will be closed and Hutchins Street will have a temporary closure between Saltwater Creek Road and Creek Lane A traffic management plan will also be developed for the Fort Lane works once the project is awarded to an external contractor Cr Truscott thanked the community for their patience while the work was completed “These improvements are essential to keeping our road network in top condition and we appreciate everyone’s cooperation while construction is underway,” he said The Saltwater Creek Road works are proudly funded through the Queensland Government’s Works for Queensland program Add articles to your saved list and come back to them any time the father of five killed when his family home in regional Victoria caught fire on Thursday a close-knit community in Victoria’s Goldfields police continued their investigation into the cause of the blaze Father of five Damon Howes.Credit: Facebook remains in a critical condition at the Royal Children’s Hospital a fundraiser organised by Howes’ loved ones said said there were five people on the property at the time of the fire “I found out from a very close friend … she rang me in tears that there had been a fire,” Carpenter said “So I drove her up there because I was really close with him as well I’ve still been trying to get my head around it but I’m getting there with it – trying to stay strong for the kids.” Carpenter and a GoFundMe fundraiser have asked the community to pull together to help cover the costs of Howes’ funeral Carpenter said her friend was a devoted father and he always had to have a joke,” she remembered “He would help [people] if they needed food or help with their car Other friends took to social media to remember their mate Maryborough residents have been left devastated by the loss of the father-of-five.Credit: Nine I’m so sorry this happened brother,” wrote one friend good friends of Howes’ mother-in-law Brenda have spent the last two days seeking donations from locals to help the family get back on their feet “I’ve also spoken to a cafe and if anyone wants to donate money for vouchers they will supply school lunches we’re just trying to help [the family] get through the next week or two All of her grandchildren are there at her house at the moment and she’s trying to support all of them.” “The community comes together in time of need.” Loved ones in the GoFundMe fundraiser wrote that Howes was a kind and loving partner and a devoted father who meant the world to his family “His sudden passing has left an unimaginable hole in the hearts of those who knew and loved him,” they wrote “Damo was a caring and hardworking man who always put his family first.” The fire broke out at the single-storey home in Barr Street about 11.45am on Thursday A two-year-old remains in a critical condition in hospital after the fatal blaze.Credit: Nine Local Country Fire Authority crews were called to the blaze and declared the scene safe just after 12pm Two women were treated for non-life-threatening injuries while a woman in her 70s was taken to Maryborough Public Hospital The police investigation into the cause of the fire remains ongoing Get alerts on significant breaking news as happens. 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By sending this message, you agree to our Privacy Policy Business for sale in Sydney Business for sale in Melbourne Business for sale in Brisbane Business for sale in Adelaide Business for sale in Perth Business for sale in Canberra Business for sale in Darwin Business for sale in Hobart Business for sale in NSW Business for sale in VIC Business for sale in QLD Business for sale in SA Business for sale in WA Business for sale in ACT Business for sale in NT Business for sale in TAS Food, Beverage & Hospitality Shop & Retail Franchise & Business Professional Services Accommodation & Tourism Industrial & Manufacturing Home & Garden Beauty, Health & Fitness Restaurant Cafe & Coffee Shop Construction on a water treatment plant servicing the Fraser Coast is now complete streamlining operations and reducing costs at the facility The Teddington Water Treatment Plant received an upgrade to manage the sludge and solids generated during the water treatment process more safely and efficiently The $6.5 million project was funded using a $2 million grant from the Queensland Government’s Building Our Regions (BoR) program Minister for Regional and Rural Development Dale Last said the Crisafulli Government was committed to ensuring regional Queensland wasn’t overlooked.  “It’s great to see regional Queensland get its fair share of funding and under a Crisafulli Government there will be more to come,” Minister Last said “I want everyone on the Fraser Coast to know that as the Minister for Regional and Rural Development I will keep pushing to improve infrastructure in areas outside of the southeast corner.” Member for Maryborough John Barounis said the upgrade is great news for his community “It is really important for our local primary producers and the residents of Maryborough to have access to clean water,” Mr Barounis said “Our government is committed to working with local councils to achieve projects like this one “This Teddington Water Treatment Plant will mechanically dewater the waste stream from the water treatment process transferring sludge into trucks for disposal Fraser Coast Councillor Michelle Byrne said she’s grateful to the Queensland Government for the funding which made this dream become a reality Council must ensure our water and sewage treatment plants are resilient and operate efficiently to meet current and future n “This project builds on a $3.5 million upgrade at the plant in 2020 and upgraded electrical systems,” Councillor Byrne said “Similar sludge dewatering upgrades are underway at the Eli Creek Sewage Treatment Plant and the Burgowan Water Treatment Plant to further improve efficiency and reliability is set for a $10 million upgrade in July 2025 with $4.5 million funded by the Queensland Government’s Works for Queensland program and that will take 12 months to complete.” The BoR program supports Queensland’s regional councils to invest in essential regional infrastructure and creating flow-on economic development opportunities and jobs Building our Regions program has approved over $417 million towards 370 projects across 68 local governments and one town authority in regional Queensland Round 6 of the program focused on critical water infrastructure for regional councils including the Teddington Water Treatment Plant Moddex has officially broken ground on our new state-of-the-art headquarters in Maryborough marking a significant milestone for our locally founded company located on an empty parcel of land in Maryborough West’s industrial hub and sales teams into a purpose-built facility 30 Mar 2025 • 2m read • View Author Moddex has officially broken ground on our new state-of-the-art headquarters in Maryborough, Queensland, marking a significant milestone for our locally founded company. The development, located on an empty parcel of land in Maryborough West’s industrial hub, will consolidate our production, design, shared services, and sales teams into a purpose-built facility. “We’re excited to be expanding our presence in Maryborough,” Moddex COO Reuben Jensen says. “This isn’t just about constructing a new building; it’s a strategic investment in our people, our capability, and our future.” “We are committed to building the capability and capacity to deliver on our expanding project portfolio, with our goal to improve safety and accessibility in a range of industries and public spaces across Australia.” The project represents a substantial investment in the region and reinforces our commitment to our local roots – having built the business in Maryborough starting in a 40-foot blue shipping container. It also marks a significant step in the company’s growth trajectory, especially as Moddex prepares to celebrate its 15th year of operation in 2025. “This project is a direct result of the unwavering dedication of our team and a testament to how far we’ve come from our beginnings as a start-up in that shipping container,” CEO Alvin Rowland says. “We’re incredibly proud to be reinvesting in Maryborough and look forward to the positive impact this will have on our clients and the projects we work on.” The groundwork being laid will pave the way for the foundation of the facility’s extensive structures that will house Moddex’s next major undertaking – details of which will be released later this year. Stay tuned for further updates as Moddex QLD’s new home takes shape, marking a new chapter in the company’s journey of growth and innovation. 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The first Victorian two-year-old event of the 2025 racing season kicks off tomorrow at Maryborough This event will feature the first two Ride High progeny to step out for trainer Peter Salathiel marking a great accomplishment for this first-season sire Maxo Mighty and Heavenly Nikky have both trialed impressively in the lead-up to this event and below is a breakdown of each runner and what to expect #1 – SOHO WASHINGTON (Trainer: Michael Stanley/ Driver: Michael Stanley) This son of Soho Tribeca has had two official trials He also contested a Melton trial on February 4 who raced at the top level as a two-year-old Michael Stanley knows how to prepare a young horse and Soho Washington is definitely a runner to watch here #2 – HEAVENLY NIKKY (Trainer: Rita Burnett/ Driver: Rita Burnett) Sire: Rock N Roll Heaven / Dam: Nickle Miss she settled third after showing great natural gate speed and ran past her rivals late to win comfortably She looks like a talented type and a strong winning chance here Passed in at the 2024 Nutrien Melbourne sale for $35,000 #3 – TOP THRILL (Trainer: Peter Salathiel/ Driver: Lauren White) She struggled to keep up in a trial on February 3 at Bendigo She doesn’t seem quite ready to test some of the other runners in this field #4 – LOOK AT HER (Trainer: Peter Salathiel/ Driver: James Herbertson) She hit the line well in a trial on January 20 at Bendigo but struggled to keep up in a trial on February 3 at Bendigo a very talented mare who won $162,550 in her 32-start career She is the dam of two other foals of racing age who have won - Quinton and Ollies The Boss She doesn’t appear to be a big threat in this event Sold for $15,000 at the 2024 Nutrien Melbourne yearling sale #5 – COBARGO MILLY (Trainer: Rita Burnett / Driver: Monique Burnett) Sire: The Storm Inside / Dam: Cobargo Magic Cobargo Milly was in the same trial recently that Heavenly Nikki won where she was clearly beaten and doesn’t quite appear up to her smart stablemate just yet Her best trial performance came on January 20 at Bendigo #6 – MAXO MIGHTY (Trainer: Damien Burns/ Driver: Damien Burns) Sire: Warrawee Needy / Dam: Princess Dilinger Damien Burns knows how to prepare an early two-year-old and this one looks like an absolute standout He’s unbeaten in four official trials at Maryborough He proved this wasn’t a fluke in his trial on January 26 where his final quarter was an impressive 27.8 well-developed young horse and a half-brother to Youaremy Sunshine and Solesseo Matuca both of whom were very talented two-year-olds