History

History of Avondale Cemetery

Avondale Cemetery was established in 1900 and consisted of 10 acres of land located in partially cleared bushland northeast of the township.

First grant approved from Our Stories Our Places

Council's first Our Stories Our Places grant will support the conservation of Gaydon’s Buildings Childers, the oldest continuously operating dental surgery in Australia

Church of Christ celebrates century

The journey of the Bundaberg Church of Christ is a testament to the local faith community as the congregation celebrates its 100-year anniversary this month.

Wynter Street displays Rising Sun badge

Walkervale’s Wynter Street sign now features the badge of the Rising Sun as Council’s Streets of Remembrance initiative honours Lieutenant General Henry Douglas Wynter.

Boolboonda Tunnel opened 140 years ago

This month the state heritage listed Boolboonda Railway Tunnel marks 140 years since its official opening on 12 November 1883.

History of Barolin State School and Shelter

Barolin State School and shelter is a typical example of a timber school constructed at the end of the nineteenth century.

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