“You cannot do kindness too soon, for you never know how soon it will be too late”
~ Ralph Waldo Emerson
Good morning Buzzers!
In today’s Bundy Buzz:
2026 Australia Day Award winners
The New Bundaberg Aquatic Centre
Upcoming Local Events
Let’s BUZZ!
Been To The Pocket Storehouse?
Bundaberg’s very own sourdough bakery… WE LOVE IT !!!
Opening Hours:
Wednesday | 9 am–2 pm |
Thursday | 9 am–2 pm |
Friday | 9 am–2 pm |
Saturday | 7 am–12 pm |
Sunday | Closed |
Monday | Closed |
Tuesday | Closed |
27 Elliott Heads Rd , Kepnock, QLD, Australia, 4670
2026 Australia Day Award winners
At the recent ceremony held at the Bundaberg Multiplex, the 2026 winners were announced:
Citizen of the Year – Jo Leveritt
Young Citizen of the Year – Harrison Titmarsh
Senior Citizen of the Year – Lester Lewis
Sportsperson of the Year – Michael Ebert
Creative Citizen of the Year – Ross Driver
Community Group of the Year – Next Level Youth Jam
The New Bundaberg Aquatic Centre
The Bundaberg Aquatic Centre features an Olympic-sized pool, an indoor program pool, an indoor lap pool, modern change rooms, shaded spectator areas and excellent facilities designed for accessibility and comfort.
07 5294 7836
1 Pyefinch Boulevard, Bundaberg West, QLD 4670
bundabergaquaticcentre.com.au
Opening Hours
Monday to Friday: 5am – 7pm
Saturday: 6am – 6pm
Sunday: 7am – 5pm
Public Holidays: 9am – 5pm
Public Holiday hours may vary. Closed Christmas Day & Good Friday
Park Run
Walk jog or run 5km with family and friends at a parkrun in the Bundaberg Region.
There is no time limit and no one finishes last!
parkrun is a free, community event where you can walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate - parkrun Australia
Choose from three beautiful parkrun locations:
Bundaberg parkrun (Queens Park, Bundaberg)
Bargara parkrun (Nielson Park, Bargara)
Elliott Heads Beach parkrun (Elliott Heads Beach, Elliott Heads)
When: Every Saturday at 7 am
Cost: FREE
How do I join?
It is free to participate but please register via the parkrun website before your first run to receive your scannable barcode.
parkrun.com.au
Heart Foundation Walking Groups
Bargara Beach Walkers (established March 2011)
Days: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Sunday – 6.30 am
Locations: Monday – Bargara Foreshore Turtle Park (end of Bauer Street)
Wednesday – Innes Park Reserve BBQ's
Friday – Nielson Park Bargara (Surf Club)
Sunday – Christsen Park (opposite Bargara Golf Club, cnr. Esplanade and Baxter Street)
Contact: Walk Organiser – Julie Bargara Beach Walkers | Heart Foundation Walking
Sugarland Plaza Walkers (established April 2012)
Days: Mon to Fri – 7 am
Location: Sugarland Plaza Food Court (115-119 Takalvan Street, Bundaberg)
Contact: Walk Organiser – Yvonne Sugarland Plaza Walkers | Heart Foundation Walking
Ready to take the first step? Whether you walk with a group or on your own, Heart Foundation Walking is here to support your journey to better health—one step at a time. Bundaberg Regional Council is a host organisation for the Heart Foundation Walking program.
Learn more
Contact the Sport and Recreation Officer, the local Coordinator for the Bundaberg Regional Council area for further information on 1300 883 699 or at [email protected].
Weather Forecast
Today Cloudy. Chance of rain.
Min20° Max32°
Rainfall 0–1mm
Thursday Partly cloudy. Chance of rain.
Min20° Max31°
Rainfall 0–1mm
Friday Shower or two. Windy.
Min21° Max31°
Rainfall 0–4mm
Saturday Shower or two.
Min21° Max31°
Rainfall 0–10mm
Sunday Shower or two.
Min21° Max32°
Rainfall 0–5mm
Monday Shower or two.
Min22°. Max32°
Rainfall 0–5mm
Tuesday Shower or two.
Min22° Max30°
Rainfall 0–7mm
Have a great week Buzzers!
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We hope you all have a wonderful week
Please Bee 🐝 Kind To Everyone You Meet
The Bundy Buzz Team 🐝