History

The day when Bert Hinkler thrilled Childers

Take a step back in time to when pioneer aviator Bert Hinkler made the first aircraft landing at Childers in April 1921.

Time’s almost up for Childers capsule

A concrete cairn containing a time capsule will be opened in Childers on Friday, August 21, one day short of 50 years after it was constructed and sealed.

Dewar’s Whisky first air mailed with help of Hinkler

A bottle of Dewar’s Whisky that was the first air mailed whiskey to Australia is on display at the Hinkler Hall of Aviation.

Bundaberg Rotary gates get a makeover

Bundaberg Rotary Club members were hard at work on Sunday morning restoring the Rotary Gates at Tantitha Park.

Fireman’s helmet tells tale of survival

A fireman’s helmet continues to tell a remarkable tale of survival 20 years after the Childers Backpackers Hostel blaze.

Original Burnett Heads Lighthouse a major landmark

The original Burnett Heads Lighthouse no longer operates but its history continues to shine brightly in the coastal township.
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