From photos to hand-written accounts, Mater Private Hospital Bundaberg has uncovered a "treasure trove" of historic records just in time for its 75th anniversary and has invited the community to donate memorabilia to a display to mark the occasion.
Local tradespeople with skills more common in years gone by will showcase their talent as part of this month's Childers Festival, including blacksmith Lachie McConnel.
Paul Stanley lost his son Matthew to youth violence 15 years ago and last week, with the support of local police officers, he visited Bundaberg Region schools to share his story and spread an important message.