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Two young Welsh women among 15 who perished in backpacker hostel arson that will never be forgotten

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Two young Welsh women among 15 who perished in backpacker hostel arson that will never be forgotten

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Natalie Morris and Sarah Williams died in the blaze started by killer Robert Long at the Palace Backpackers Hostel in Australia 25 years ago See the Story

Search and rescue for Queensland man after car found abandoned

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Search and rescue for Queensland man after car found abandoned

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Authorities are searching bushland for missing man Glenn Courtis after his car was found in Childers on Friday.See the Story

Temporary road closure and traffic re-route - Childers Festival

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Temporary road closure and traffic re-route - Childers Festival

Temporary road closure and traffic re-route – Childers Festival Motorists and cyclists are advised that a section of the Bruce Highway/Churchill Street, Childers will be closed to all traffic from 5.30 am – 5.30 pm Sunday 27 July 2024 for the annual Childers Festival. During this time traffic will be diverted as follows: SOUTHBOUND via Broadhurst, Macrossan and Stewart Streets indicated in green on the map belowNORTHBOUND via […] The post Tempor…Read Article

New song cycle commemorates 25th anniversary of the Childers Backpackers Hostel fire

‘The Palace’, a collaboration between the community of Childers, Queensland music ensemble Topology and writer/director Rod Ainsworth, has its world premiere this weekend.Childers · Childers Read Article

Childers Arts Space to mark Palace anniversary - Bundaberg Today

A quiet reflection space and remembrance wall within Childers Arts Space will mark the 25th Anniversary of the Palace Backpackers […] Subscribe or Login to see the rest of the content. The post Childers Arts Space to mark Palace anniversary appeared first on Bundaberg Today.Childers · Childers Read Article

Oktoberfest added to Childers Festival line up

Oktoberfest added to Childers Festival line up Whether you're craving a bratwurst, ready to cheer on the stein-holders, or simply want to soak up the festive atmosphere, Oktoberfest in July is your chance to experience the true spirit of Bavaria right here in the Bundaberg Region. The post Oktoberfest added to Childers Festival line up appeared first on Bundaberg Now delivers free local news.Oktoberfest · Childers Read Article

Childers Arts Space to mark Palace Anniversary

Childers Arts Space to mark Palace Anniversary A quiet reflection space and remembrance wall within Childers Arts Space will mark the 25th Anniversary of the Palace Backpackers fire. Childers Arts Space houses the Palace Backpackers Memorial and is a significant gathering space to commemorate the tragedy, particularly on the anniversary of the fire, 23 June. From 19 June to 17 August, no […] The post Childers Arts Space to mark Palace Anniversar…Childers · Childers Read Article

Public notice - Childers Arts Space and the Palace Backpackers Memorial closed to public

Public notice – Childers Arts Space and the Palace Backpackers Memorial closed to public Childers Arts Space and the Palace Backpackers Memorial will be closed to the public on Monday 23 June 2025. As we mark the 25th anniversary of the Palace Backpackers Hostel Fire, the space will be open only to victims families and survivors, as a place of quiet remembrance and reflection. Council thanks the community for […] The post Public notice – Childer…Childers · Childers Read Article

Public notice - Childers Arts Space temporary closure

Public notice – Childers Arts Space temporary closure Childers Arts Space and Palace Backpackers Memorial will be closed Monday 16 June for operational purposes. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and thank the community for its understanding during this closure. Childers Arts Space and the Palace Backpackers Memorial will reopen 9 am Tuesday 17 June. The post Public notice – Childers Arts Space temporary closure appeared first on…Childers · Childers Read Article

2025 Childers Festival program launches

2025 Childers Festival program launches Colour, culture, food, music and plenty of fun is on the agenda for July when the 2025 Childers Festival kicks off in the region. The post 2025 Childers Festival program launches appeared first on Bundaberg Now delivers free local news.Childers · Childers Read Article

Upcoming Bruce Highway closure for Childers Festival

Detours for vehicles not exceeding 3m wide and 26m long. Image: TMR There will be an upcoming closure of the Bruce Highway at Childers, with detours in place. Transport and Main Roads (TMR) advises that from 5:30am to 5:30pm on Sunday July 27, the Bruce Highway (Churchill Street) between the Isis Highway intersection and Taylor Street intersection at Childers will be temporarily closed to all vehicles for the 2025 Childers Festival. Vehicles not…Childers · Childers Read Article