by chitchatmedia | Apr 29, 2026 | News, Uncategorised
November in Bundaberg November in Bundaberg bursts with colour, fragrance, and life. From jacarandas and flame trees to magnolias and Ylang Ylang, the region’s gardens and streets showcase spring at its finest. Locals are encouraged to explore, garden, and connect...
by chitchatmedia | Apr 29, 2026 | News, Uncategorised
Law on Lakefield Opens Its Doors Bundaberg locals now have a refreshing new option for legal support with the opening of Law on Lakefield in July 2025, founded by experienced solicitor Kayla Duff. With more than 18 years in the legal industry, including over 8 years...
by chitchatmedia | Apr 29, 2026 | News, Uncategorised
Did you know your skin naturally renews itself every 28 days? That means every month, your body has the potential to grow fresh, glowing skin cells – if you give it the right building blocks. Your skin is your largest organ and a mirror of what’s happening...
by chitchatmedia | Apr 29, 2026 | News, Uncategorised
Australia’s Social Media Bill as a Trojan Horse Last month, shocking news emerged that American political activist Charlie Kirk had been shot and killed by an assassin at Utah Valley University. Social media quickly erupted, with people either condemning or defending...
by chitchatmedia | Apr 29, 2026 | News, Uncategorised
Trade Your Surfboard for a Kiteboard at Elliot Heads For all you surfers out there dreaming of chasing The Endless Summer —perfect waves, and secret spots that make your heart race… Now imagine finding that same thrill without ever leaving Bundy, even when the surf...
by chitchatmedia | Apr 29, 2026 | News, Uncategorised
Bundaberg Medieval Combat Club Calls for New Recruits Bundaberg’s Medieval Combat Club Conroi et Vagabond is on a mission to revive the thrill of full-contact medieval fighting in the region, bringing together history, sport, and community spirit. Founded in 2015 by a...
by chitchatmedia | Apr 29, 2026 | News, Uncategorised
What began as a small idea grew into a national movement, with Australia First marches held across the country. In Bundaberg the march was organised by Arno Blank, who had previously run as a candidate for Pauline Hanson’s One Nation party. On August 31st and...
by chitchatmedia | Apr 26, 2026 | News, Uncategorised
When something goes wrong, it’s important to know which number to dial. Police Link (131 444) or Triple Zero (000) Both connect you to help, but they serve very different purposes. A retired Queensland Police Chief Inspector reported in a radio interview that he had...
by chitchatmedia | Apr 26, 2026 | News, Uncategorised
Move over, five-star resorts — Bargara’s Ingenia Lifestyle Drift has just raised the bar for how life after 50 should look, feel, and play out. This week, residents, staff, and dignitaries gathered for the grand opening of Club Drift, a state-of-the-art sports and...
by chitchatmedia | Apr 26, 2026 | News, Uncategorised
How Housing, Economics, and Poor Financial Education Are Undermining the Middle Class For our over-50s special edition of the Chitchat, I have decided to take a look at the changing notion of adulthood, home ownership, and marriage… Remember when buying a house and...
by chitchatmedia | Apr 26, 2026 | News, Uncategorised
Childers Batteries – October 2025 The evolution of the humble solar panel is amazing when you think about where it has come in a relatively short space of time. We have gone from the old 190 Watt panels to massive 700 Watt panels for commercial applications....
by chitchatmedia | Apr 26, 2026 | News, Uncategorised
Wi-Fi Spies – Who-Fi Uses Router to Spy On You Batman may be brooding over Gotham, but his gadgets might be closer to Bundaberg than you’d think. In the Christopher Nolan movie The Dark Knight, Lucius Fox builds a wild sonar system that hijacks every phone in...
by chitchatmedia | Apr 26, 2026 | News, Uncategorised
Retirement was supposed to mean more time for golf, gardening, and maybe the odd afternoon nap. But let’s be honest — it also means more time for catching up on your favourite shows, scrolling through grandkids’ photos, and asking your smart speaker to play “the good...
by chitchatmedia | Apr 26, 2026 | News, Uncategorised
Can You Help Reunite Lost Photos with Their Owners? A simple purchase at the Lifeline Superstore op shop on Campbell Street, Rockhampton, has uncovered a mystery that stretches all the way to Gin Gin — and the community is being asked to help piece the story together....
by chitchatmedia | Apr 26, 2026 | News, Uncategorised
Local Photographer Kimberley May Turns Fleeting Moments into Timeless Memories “Hi, I’m Kimberley,” she smiles, camera in hand and sun on her shoulders. “As a Queensland family photographer and a mum myself, I’m passionate about capturing and preserving the...
by chitchatmedia | Apr 26, 2026 | News, Uncategorised
Spring is your perfect opportunity to renew from within – and the foods you eat play a pivotal role. You are what you eat … and your skin is no exception. Clear, glowing skin reflects overall good health, supported by nutrient-rich whole foods like vibrant fruits,...
by chitchatmedia | Apr 26, 2026 | John E Middleclass, News, Uncategorised
Can Society Have Rights, or Do Rights Only Belong to Individuals? Rights are generally understood as entitlements or freedoms that individuals possess — the right to life, liberty, freedom of speech, and property rights. But who grants such rights? Is it a...
by chitchatmedia | Apr 26, 2026 | News, Uncategorised
Bundaberg skateboarder Jake Reed is on a mission to get kids off their devices and back outside, one trick at a time. Through his Stand Strong Skateboarding workshops, Jake runs beginner, intermediate and advanced sessions for skaters aged five and up, offering a safe...
