Scenic Rim Mayor Tom Sharp
News

Council opposes changes to federal disaster funding

Scenic Rim Regional Council is calling on the Australian Government to reconsider proposed changes to Federal Disaster Recovery Funding Arrangements (DRFA), fearing the reforms could shift the financial burden of natural disasters onto local councils and communities. At the July Ordinary Meeting, Councillors unanimously voted in favour of a four-point […]

Jason Johnson & Natalie Loy, representing Allan and Sandy King of Mt Gipps, who sold a run of Charolais x weaner steers topping at $1,650
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Limousin Cows and Calves Hit $2,650 at Beaudesert

Agents Bartholomew & Co reported a dearer market for most descriptions at their Beaudesert Store Sale on Saturday August 1.  A large run of quality one-brand Droughtmaster and Charolais x weaner steers set the pace, with plenty of potential buyers going home without them.  Heifers sold very well, as did […]

Chris Grimmett from BADCAP with a bronze statue by artist Catherine Anderson
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Artists invited to showcase sculptural talent

Artists from across the region are being encouraged to put their creativity on display, with entries now open for the 2026 Scenic Rim Small Sculpture Prize Biennale in Beaudesert. Hosted by the Beaudesert and District Community Art Project (BADCAP), the exhibition will be held at Stationmaster House, 100 Brisbane Street, […]

Reflections

Shared Loss

Beaudesert Baptist Church – Josh Cocks I am intrigued by Jesus’ actions when His close friend Lazarus died.  Though aware of what was going to happen next, He joined Mary and Martha’s mourning and the shortest verse in the Bible was recorded, ‘Jesus wept’ (John 11:35).  Grief is not a lack […]

Arlo Granlund. Image supplied
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Community and first responders connect

The feeling of camaraderie between the community and first responders was strong at the recent Beaudesert Ambulance Open Day. Police, fire and ambulance services teamed up with community groups and local businesses to put on an engaging event for people of all ages at the local ambulance station on July […]

Council News

Councillor Comment – July 2026

Council recently approved its 2026/27 budget by majority vote of four to three, with Mayor Tom Sharp, Cr Amanda Hay, and myself voting against the budget.  I outlined the reasons for my decision during the budget meeting and repeat them here for the residents and ratepayers of the region: “Firstly, […]

Spiral loop
History

The Interstate Railway Line  –  Part 2

The agreements were finally in place and the first sod was turned in the construction.  This occurred at South Brisbane Station for the Queensland section, and later on June 23, 1926, in Kyogle for the New South Wales section.  All the work on the line was performed manually as modern […]

Cooper Gee, Sue Gee and Lachlan Gee. Supplied by Queensland Sports Photography
News

Kingies make a lasting tribute

Past, present and future Beaudesert Kingfishers came together at R.S. Willis Park on July 4 for the inaugural Matthew Gee Memorial Old Boys & Supporters Day, celebrating the club’s history while honouring one of its most dedicated volunteers.  The day attracted former players, supporters and families from across the region, […]

Mununjali NAIDOC Day 2026
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Standing tall and proud

The feeling of community and keeping culture alive for generations to come was strong when people gathered at Jubilee Park for Mununjali NAIDOC Day recently. The July 4 event was part of milestone celebrations nationally, under the theme ‘50 years of deadly’. A smoking ceremony and traditional dances were a […]

The Flynn family. Image supplied
News

Locals dig deep for education abroad 

By Olivia Schoenauer The local community dusted off their boots and Akubras for Beaudesert’s homegrown charity, the M&B Memorial Initiative’s bush dance fundraiser. Held on June 20 at Country Paradise Parklands, the Boot n’ Scoot bush dance raised funds for disadvantaged Nigerian communities.  Around 400 people attended the event, raising […]