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Laws 'a threat to local democracy'

A SENIOR Gympie councillor yesterday branded new local government laws “an attack on representative democracy” and an “unworkable” burden on councillors.
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Karate club has plans to grow

GYMPIE Karate Club Sensei Noel Turner has used a series of seminars over the last few months to appeal for new members to join the bustling club.

Awards with Heart

ACCLAIMED Melbourne comedian, Lawrence Mooney is coming to Gympie to host the Heart of Gold Awards Ceremony tonight.

Students now drive defensive

COMPULSORY defensive driver training at Roadcraft Gympie has started this year for all Year 11 St Patrick's College students.

Snake bite victim overcomes injury

GYMPIE region residents have been warned – wet weather combined with snake season means more snakes will now be out looking for dry areas and food.

Christmas brought dad undone

IT was a decision he probably thought twice about, but making sure his child was happy on Christmas Day took priority at the time.

Devils face a bulked up Kawana

GYMPIE Devils rugby league coach John Greensill is tipping tomorrow's home trial match against the Kawana Dolphins to be an intense challenge.

Support to rejuvenate Mary Valley

PUBLICITY from the Mary Valley's Traveston Crossing dam victory could combine with Biosphere projects to help rejuvenate Mary Valley communities and environment

Motel units save patients

FIVE unused units have now been made ready for use by patients undergoing chemotherapy, their families and carers.

New vessel boarding laws a concern

NEW laws make it mandatory that the vessel’s owner is contacted and consent is given so that Coast Guard members may go on board the vessel in their absence.