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Boost for local arts, library programs
03 July 2024
Boost for local arts, library programs
![Arts, Heritage and Asset Management portfolio spokesperson Cr John Learmonth 2024-25 budget back on track](https://www.bundabergnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Arts-Heritage-and-Asset-Management-portfolio-spokesperson-Cr-John-Learmonth-at-Bundaberg-Regional-Library-where-access-to-early-literacy-and-digital-skills-programs-will-continue-in-2024-25-300x200.jpg)
Programs which foster literacy and digital skills and support for local arts projects have been given a boost in Bundaberg Regional Council’s budget 2024-25.
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Budget investment to waste not, want not
03 July 2024
Budget investment to waste not, want not
![Water, Waste and Renewable Economy portfolio spokesperson Cr Gary Kirk 2024-25 budget back on track](https://www.bundabergnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Water-Waste-and-Renewable-Economy-portfolio-spokesperson-Cr-Gary-Kirk-outside-the-Bargara-Wastewater-Treatment-Plant-where-work-is-underway-on-the-Coastal-Sewerage-Diversion-project-1-300x200.jpg)
Beneficial reuse and a capital project to ensure reliable and best practice treatment along the region’s coastline has made wastewater one of the highlights of Bundaberg Regional Council’s 2024-25 budget.
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Considered approach to big projects
03 July 2024
Considered approach to big projects
![Community Liveability, Sport and Recreation portfolio spokesperson Cr Carmen McEneany 2024-25 budget back on track](https://www.bundabergnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Community-Liveability-Sport-and-Recreation-portfolio-spokesperson-Cr-Carmen-McEneany-at-Salter-Oval-where-a-Canterbury-Bankstown-Bulldogs-NRL-300x200.jpg)
Community, Liveability, Sport and Recreation have been given a boost in Council’s budget in a year that sees three new pools opened and the region’s third consecutive NRL game.
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Strong framework for essential services
03 July 2024
Strong framework for essential services
![Governance and Integrity portfolio spokesperson Cr May Mitchell 2024-25 budget back on track](https://www.bundabergnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Governance-and-Integrity-portfolio-spokesperson-Cr-May-Mitchell-says-the-delivery-of-a-new-corporate-plan-will-provide-the-framework-300x200.jpg)
Good governance and transparency are high on the agenda for Bundaberg Regional Council along with the delivery of a new corporate plan in 2024-25.
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Road safety upgrades to support growth
03 July 2024
Road safety upgrades to support growth
![Roads and Infrastructure (urban) portfolio spokesperson Cr Larine Statham-Blair 2024-25 budget back on track](https://www.bundabergnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Roads-and-Infrastructure-urban-portfolio-spokesperson-Cr-Larine-Statham-Blair-at-the-soon-to-be-upgraded-intersection-of-Hughes-Road-and-Blain-Street-Bargara-300x200.jpg)
Safety and growth are the key drivers for one of Bundaberg Regional Council’s 2024-25 budget highlights, with a capital program that prioritises essential services.
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Council commitment to roads and infrastructure
03 July 2024
Council commitment to roads and infrastructure
![Roads and Infrastructure (rural) portfolio spokesperson Cr Bill Trevor 2024-25 budget back on track](https://www.bundabergnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Roads-and-Infrastructure-rural-portfolio-spokesperson-Cr-Bill-Trevor-indicates-new-road-height-for-Duckpond-Road-300x200.jpg)
Bundaberg Regional Council has emphasised its commitment to critical roads and infrastructure improvement as part of its strategic 2024-25 budget plan to get "back on track".
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Budget to focus on access for all
03 July 2024
Budget to focus on access for all
![Deputy Mayor and Community Resilience and Connection portfolio spokesperson Cr Tracey McPhee 2024-25 budget back on track](https://www.bundabergnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Deputy-Mayor-and-Community-Resilience-and-Connection-portfolio-spokesperson-Cr-Tracey-McPhee-says-Councils-2024-25-budget-features-funding-to-improve-accessibility-in-public-facilities-300x200.jpg)
Equitable access to Bundaberg Regional Council facilities is one of the highlights of its 2024-25 budget which provides a continued commitment to community support and accessibility improvements.
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Fences and shading for region’s parks
03 July 2024
Fences and shading for region’s parks
![Natural Resources and Environment portfolio spokesperson Cr Jason Bartels 2024-25 budget back on track](https://www.bundabergnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Natural-Resources-and-Environment-portfolio-spokesperson-Cr-Jason-Bartels-at-the-soon-to-be-upgraded-Laurisen-Park-in-Kepnock-300x200.jpg)
Safe and diverse play opportunities, from fully-fenced playgrounds, shaded parks and updated skate facilities, are among the essential services prioritised in Bundaberg Regional Council’s 2024-25 budget.
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Supporting tourism, enhancing visitor experience
03 July 2024
Supporting tourism, enhancing visitor experience
![Tourism, Airport and IT Services portfolio spokesperson Cr Steve Cooper 2024-25 budget back on track](https://www.bundabergnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/2024-25-budget-includes-funding-to-upgrade-exhibits-at-the-HHA-which-Tourism-Airport-and-IT-Services-portfolio-spokesperson-Cr-Steve-Cooper-says-will-boost-local-tourism-300x200.jpg)
Essential support for the tourism industry will be delivered in Bundaberg Regional Council’s 2024-25 budget with funds for Bundaberg Tourism and attraction enhancement on the program.
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Measured approach puts essentials in focus
03 July 2024
Measured approach puts essentials in focus
![Finance portfolio spokesperson Cr Deb Keslake 2024-25 budget back on track](https://www.bundabergnow.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Finance-portfolio-spokesperson-Cr-Deb-Keslake-says-Councils-2024-25-budget-gets-the-organisation-moving-in-the-right-direction-300x200.jpg)
A significant reduction in the projected operating deficit has been achieved in a 2024-25 budget which gets Bundaberg Regional Council moving in the right direction.
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