Issue No. 1Tuesday 6 October 2026
Hello, Hervey Bay.
This week brings two deadlines worth putting on the fridge, because dog registration renewals and Australia Day event grants both close at the end of October. If you are planning a spring garden, Council has free seeds on offer, and when the weekend arrives there is a Friday night out on the Seafront Oval, a new exhibition at the gallery and live music by the beach.
Enjoy the read, and if a friend would like it too, please pass it on.
Justine, Hervey Bay Weekly
In this issue
- 1Weather, sunrise, sunset & tides
- 2Local news: dog rego, free seeds & grants
- 3Three events to fill your weekend
- 4Business spotlight: Enzo’s & Aquavue
- 5Home & property: market, listings & tips
- 6Pets for adoption & Pet Tip of the Week
Trivia question
In which year did Urangan Pier officially open?
The answer is at the end of this issue.
Hervey Bay6 – 11 October 2026
TUE 6
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Sun & cloud
25° / 20°
Sunrise · set05:23 · 17:50 High tide05:28 · 17:42Low tide11:24
WED 7
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PM showers
26° / 19°
Sunrise · set05:22 · 17:50 High tide06:17 · 18:29Low tide00:17 · 12:16
THU 8
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Breezy
23° / 19°
Sunrise · set05:21 · 17:51 High tide07:00 · 19:10Low tide01:00 · 13:03
FRI 9
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Early showers
24° / 19°
Sunrise · set05:20 · 17:51 High tide07:39 · 19:47Low tide01:36 · 13:47
SAT 10
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Mostly sunny
26° / 21°
Sunrise · set05:19 · 17:51 High tide08:15 · 20:22Low tide02:09 · 14:29
SUN 11
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Mostly sunny
25° / 22°
Sunrise · set05:18 · 17:52 High tide08:49 · 20:55Low tide02:39 · 15:08
Pets
Dog registration in Hervey Bay: renewals due soon
Free for pups under one
Hervey Bay dog owners need to complete registration renewals by Saturday 31 October 2026, with notices arriving in early October.
Dogs under 12 months at the time their annual renewal is issued now qualify for a free renewal, while first-time registration is also free.
Renew bySat 31 October
Desexed & microchipped$44 a year
Free forDogs under 12 months
Council help line1300 79 49 29
Check your contact details, your dog’s details and the fee on your notice before paying.
Read the full story →
Gardening
Free seeds in Hervey Bay: check the local options
Residents can access limited free seasonal seed deliveries through Council’s Grow It Local partnership, and library members can swap seeds through the Seed Library.
Choose the Community FREE planRead more →
Community grants
Australia Day grants: Hervey Bay groups can apply
Community groups can seek $500 to $2,000 for eligible Australia Day events on Tuesday 26 January 2027, from a $4,000 total pool.
Closes 5pm Friday 30 OctoberRead more →
Photo: Fraser Coast Regional Council — Food n Groove Fridays
Food n Groove Fridays
A Friday night out with a practical twist
◷ 4–9pm⚲ Seafront Oval, Hervey Bay✓ Free entry
Street food, market stalls and live music meet a Get Ready Queensland evening, where you can meet emergency services crews and pick up practical advice for storm season. Emma Newman starts at 4pm, followed by Fool’s Errand at 5.15pm and Dance Floor Confessions at 7.15pm.
Good to know: Bring a chair or picnic rug. Under-18s need a parent or guardian; leave pets at home except assistance animals. No BYO alcohol.
Photo: Hervey Bay Regional Gallery — Archie Moore: MĪAL
Exhibition opening: Archie Moore — MĪAL
Art, conversation and connection at the gallery
◷ 10am–2pm⚲ Hervey Bay Regional Gallery, Pialba✓ Free, registration requested
Discover Archie Moore’s conceptual self-portrait exhibition at its official opening. The program includes a floor talk with First Nations educator Braelyn Rolfe-Chase, followed by a Butchulla‑led conversation.
Photo: Enzo’s on the Beach — October live music program
Sunday session: Boi & eSKae
Live music beside Scarness Beach
◷ 3–6pm⚲ Enzo’s on the Beach, Scarness
Enzo’s October music program lists Boi & eSKae for this Sunday’s afternoon session. Settle in by the beach for live music, and check the venue’s current menu and booking arrangements before heading down.
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Scarness
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Photo: enzosonthebeach.com.au |
Enzo’s on the Beach
Enzo’s sits beside Scarness Beach, with sea views and a relaxed setting for coffee, a meal or drinks. The menu runs from breakfasts and burgers to seafood and share plates.
| Address |
351A Esplanade, Scarness QLD 4655 |
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Mon–Wed, Fri–Sat6.30am until late;Thu & Sun6.30am–9pm |
| Phone |
(07) 4124 6375 |
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Torquay
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Photo: aquavue.com.au |
Aquavue Beachfront Bar & Eatery
Aquavue pairs beachfront views with breakfast, lunch, share platters and Seven Miles coffee, which makes it a handy spot for a morning catch-up along the Torquay foreshore.
| Address |
415A Esplanade, Torquay QLD 4655 |
| Hours |
Mon–Wed & Sun6am–3pm;Thu–Sat6am–8pm |
| Phone |
(07) 4125 5528 |
| The Hervey Bay market at a glance |
July 2026 |
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$824,533
▲ 9.7%
Median dwelling value for houses and units, up 9.7% annually.
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+9.7%
Annual growth
Annual change in Hervey Bay values to July 2026.
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$624 /wk
▲ 0.6%
Median dwelling rent, across houses and units; up 0.6% annually.
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2.8%
More choice
Rental vacancy rate in the August report.
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Source: Cotality August 2026 report, via Fraser Coast Property Brief (1 September). July data · Hervey Bay significant urban area · value, not sale price · checked 6 October 2026.
Open this weekend
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For rent |
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Urraween
23 Gumtree Dr
$889,000
4 bed · 2 bath · 2 car
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Open: Sat 10 Oct · 9.15–9.45am
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Wondunna
10 Summer Dr
$650 per week
4 bed · 2 bath · 2 car
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Inspect: Thu 8 Oct · 3.30–3.45pm
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Urangan
6/138 Cypress St
$625,000
2 bed · 1 bath · 1 car
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Open: Sat 10 Oct · 12.05–12.35pm
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Point Vernon
52 Corser St
$620 per week
3 bed + study · 2 bath
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Inspect: By arrangement
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Photos: Ray White, OnTrend and Faunt Property Group / realestate.com.au. Listings checked 6 October 2026.
Confirm prices, availability and inspection times with the agent; register where required.
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Renters’ corner
Has your rent
notice arrived?
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Buyers’ corner
Check the flood
map before you bid
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For most Queensland general tenancies, rent increases must be at least 12 months apart for the property. During an existing tenancy, at least two months’ written notice is generally required, and a fixed-term lease must allow the increase.
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Before you bid or make an offer, check the home’s flood and storm-tide information in Council’s planning maps. These give you a starting point for understanding the risk; ask Council about a property flood search for more detail.
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