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Weekender: Warren’s Star Wars success out of this world

In Weekender read about how local teacher Warren Duxbury has become a force in the film industry thanks to his puppeteering talent, celebrate the...

In our garage: Max Scholefield’s 1954 Australian Mainline Ute

Making his living on the land Max Scholefield always dreamed of owning a Mainline ute and after years of hard work it’s now become...

Weekender: Jack ship-shape at 103

In Weekender 103-year-old Jack Sulsters shares his special connection to a wartime hospital ship and the model replica he has crafted, Hannah Mountford is...

In Our Garage: Paul Surmon’s XB Falcon John Goss Special

Paul and Carol Surmon’s XB Falcon is a John Goss Special which has even been signed by the motor racing legend himself.View the story ...

Weekender: Deems share secret to lifelong love

In Weekender Jim and Margaret Deem share the secrets to a happy marriage ahead of their 65th wedding anniversary and the Challen family inspire...

In our Garage: David Hargreaves’ 1940 BSA M20

David Hargreaves has been working on his 1940 Birmingham Small Arms M20 since the late 80s, having now been riding it for the past...

Weekender: Records fall when Natisha takes to sky

In Weekender read about Bundaberg-born Natisha Dingle who has beaten her own speed skydiving record at the weekend's 2022 Australian Skydiving Championships and find...

In our Garage: Maurie West’s Messerschmitt

Maurie West’s distinctive Messerschmitt is a rare convertible design which the manufacturer introduced when it could no longer build planes.Over the last five years...

Weekender: Leanne’s 40 years protecting vulnerable

In Weekender read about Detective Sergeant Leanne Cheeseman's 40-year career and her dedication to helping children, check out the daring stunts you can experience...

Weekender: Lucke quads a national sensation

In Weekender read about the Lucke quads who made headlines in 1955 and find out how the community will commemorate Caroline Stuttle in a...