Fraser Coast Stories with George Seymour

Sam is the co-chair of Screen Fraser Coast, a film industry body on the Fraser Coast. In this episode we discuss how the region can support films being produced here, grow the local industry and help train young people to follow their career dreams.www.screenfrasercoast.com.au

Tiaro is a beautiful town beside the Mary River. Right now the Bruce Highway cuts through the heart of the town, separating neighours from one another and the school from the shops and the playground. The bypassing of the town will improve the amenity for residents and visitors, and the Tiaro Chamber of Commerce is helping to make sure that the town can continue to prosper by attracting visitors and creating a place where people enjoy spending time.www.frasercoaststories.blog

John Andersen knows the history, the stories and the people of Hervey Bay. He has published books and organised events to help people understand the history of the region, and in this episode of Fraser Coast Stories he talks about what motivates him as an historian.www.frasercoaststories.blog

The Fraser Coast Show is this year on 21 and 22 May 2026. The first show was in May 1876 and since then it has grown and evolved, whilst retaining its character and purpose.

John Parsons done a great job in raising awareness about the bats that call the Fraser Coast home and the important role they play in the natural environment.

What's On Fraser Coast is the best way to get a sense of how vibrant and active the Fraser Coast community is. The editor, Kim Parnell, founded this colourful monthly magazine and has produced over 100 editions.

Fraser Coast FM107.5 has played a significant role across the region for decades and is evolving with new technologies to continue to serve the growing Fraser Coast community.

The Hervey Bay Neighbourhood Centre has been at the heart of the community for decades, meeting different needs. Whether it is homelessness, access to legal advice or childhood literacy, the HBNC works through kindness, ingenuity and dedication to help make our community more inclusive, safe, welcoming and prosperous.

Breannah Mitchell is an award winning film producer who helped establish Hervey Bay Coral Watch to protect and raise awareness of a very special part of the Fraser Coast's natural environment.