General News
18 October, 2024
The Addy Looks Back — October
Take a look back at the headlines making news in 2014, 2004 and 1974.
2014
The Goldfields Way Touring Route was officially unveiled 10 years ago, encouraging travellers to get off the highway and discover the hidden treasures of the goldfields region.
Mortlock Hydroponics prepared to undertake a $2.2 million upgrade, which created new jobs and doubled the glasshouse capacity of the Carisbrook business.
Some $90,000 was dedicated to the restoration of the Talbot Arts and Historical Museum.
Local group Neighbourhood Renewal set out with a big goal — creating 34 local jobs in just 65 days.
2004
The second World Mountain Bike Championship arrived in Maryborough this time 20 years ago, seeing over 150 competitors take to the track.
Objections to rate valuations for the shire dropped significantly in 2004, with an increasing number of ratepayers pleased with property valuations.
Council issued more than $18 million worth of building permits in the shire in a 12 month period, The Advertiser reported.
Local councillors made the decision to remove the suspension foot bridge crossing at Carisbrook’s Deep Creek, deciding instead to seek funds for walking and cycling tracks around the waterway.
1974
A major redevelopment of Maryborough’s CBD area was proposed, with around 15 acres of land from Burns Street to Alma Street to be cleared of existing buildings and houses.
A milestone was celebrated, with the 35th anniversary of Apex in Maryborough marked locally.
The 82nd annual Maryborough Show provided record takings, with over $2200 raised at the gate.
Around 300 former students attended the Wareek Primary School centenary celebrations this time 50 years ago.