The Queensland and Federal Labor Governments have finally confirmed that the much needed four lane Tiaro bypass will not be prioritised and the timeline has slipped further, with an Australian Government report confirming that more than half of the Australian Government’s $268.8 million contribution to the project’s total $336 million budget will not be spent until at least 2026-27 or beyond.

Local councils throughout Wide Bay are still waiting on the Albanese Labor Government to release their funding allocations under the Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program.

Federal Member for Wide Bay Llew O’Brien today congratulated local sports stars who will receive grants to help them participate in state and national competitions.

On the 26th of January 2023 we mark Australia Day, a day where we acknowledge our country’s past, recognise our achievements, and look forward to the future.

As works continue on the $1 billion Gympie bypass, temporary road closures and detours will be in place at two bridge sites in 2023.

I would like to extend my best wishes to everyone in Wide Bay for a safe and joyous Christmas and New Year.

The Albanese Labor Government’s announcement to cut the additional Medicare-subsidised psychology sessions introduced by the Coalition has ripped away mental health support for vulnerable Australians in Wide Bay.

Murgon RSL Sub-Branch celebrated the opening of the newly created Veterans Memorial Park in Murgon today with a Garden Party and Plaque Unveiling Ceremony.

The Murgon community will have a perpetual memorial to Her Majesty, Queen Elizabeth II, with today’s ceremonial dedication of the sixteen native trees planted in Queen Elizabeth Park, funded by the Planting Trees for the Queen’s Jubilee Program.

Motorists on the Bruce Highway may experience minor delays and detours during December while large concrete bridge girders are delivered as part of the $1 billion Gympie bypass.