History

French connection to imposing Hinkler artwork

Bundaberg's imposing bust of pioneer aviator Bert Hinkler was completed 60 years ago in 1959 by French sculptor George Virine.

East Water Tower tour opens door to the past

More than 160 Bundaberg residents saw a rich part of local history when they toured the East Water Tower as part of National Water Week.

Many a good night at district halls

Community halls have been focal points for meetings and social occasions across the Bundaberg Region for decades and the Goodnight Scrub Hall is no different.

Bundaberg’s connection with French pioneer aviator

Bundaberg gave a warm unplanned welcome to pioneer French aviator Henri Martinet 80 years ago when he made a forced landing on the world-first flight from New Caledonia to France.

Bundaberg’s May Wirth became a circus legend

Circus Hall of Fame member May Wirth, born at Bundaberg in 1894, has been described as one of the all-time greatest acrobats on horseback.

Bundaberg Customs House symbolises early prosperity

The Bundaberg Customs House is an iconic heritage-listed building which symbolises the region's prosperity and influence.
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