May 1, 2024

Whether you’re a seasoned cowboy or just looking for some family-friendly fun, this year’s Ray White Nambour Rodeo promises non-stop action and entertainment for all ages. The rodeo, at the Nambour Showgrounds on Saturday 11 May,  features a full rodeo program of popular events: bareback riding, saddle bronc riding, bull riding, steer wrestling, team roping, barrel racing and much more. Ray White Nambour Principal Matt O’Grady said last year’s rodeo, in just its third year, raised a remarkable $97,773 for Nambour community groups.  Money was shared between Reimagine Nambour, Nambour Tramway Company, Sundale Community Foundation and Nambour Men’s Shed. Mr O’Grady said he was proud to support Nambour’s development through the funding.  “This is exactly what we envisaged for this rodeo,” he said. “The rodeo brings the community together. The money is for people that are on the streets doing the work. And the funds go to the people that need it. That’s what we want to see.” Each year increasing numbers reflect the rodeo’s growing popularity, with ticket sales last year reaching 3983. Ticket sales data revealed that 84 percent of attendees were from outside Nambour, highlighting the event’s ability to draw people to town. Mr O’Grady thanked sponsors, […]

From left, Club Secretary Tarsh Gardner, Ben’s parents Nat Gorzalka & Chris Hunter with their son’s jersey and Club President Leith Hensley. by Cameron Outridge Nearly a year on from the accident that ended his life a young rugby league player has been honoured by his beloved footy club family.  Nambour Junior Rugby League Club on Wednesday (April 24) unveiled a memorial garden and bench in memory of the popular young man. Ben would have celebrated his 17th birthday this week. Juniors President Leith Hensley said Ben’s teammates from the under 17 side, along with their parents, came down to join in putting the garden together. “It was a special afternoon seeing many of his mates getting together for him once again and contributing to what will be a very special and significant place at Nambour Rugby League Club.  “This will be somewhere that people can come to share laughs or shed some tears. To maybe take some time out if they need a moment to themselves or with Ben.” The garden setting  includes a lychee tree. BJ worked on a lychee farm in between his school and football commitments.  “It will be somewhere that we can continue to remember