Bowen Bell goes to Vietnam 1966
In a heartwarming tale of goodwill spanning continents, a group of compassionate citizens from Bowen have come together to answer the call of duty for Padre E. Bennett, the chaplain serving with the Australian Task Force in Phuoc Tuy Province, Vietnam.
Bowen Rail Company sowing the seeds for a healthier local community
Queens Beach State School’s kitchen garden program is blooming thanks to a new grant from Bowen Rail Company (BRC) to support the region’s littlest green thumbs.
Carmichael mine traineeship program to empower First Nations communities
Bravus Mining and Resources has joined with key contractor partner DRA Global to accelerate the development, training, and employment of First Nations peoples in central Queensland.
Minerals Academy workshop hammers home opportunities for future tradies
Bowen State High School students have struck skills development gold after participating in a hands-on workshop delivered by the Queensland Minerals and Energy Academy (QMEA), the education arm of the Queensland Resources Council (QRC). ...
Special Meeting next Monday
An invitation is extended to the Bowen community to attend a Special Meeting next Monday to discuss the importance of the Bowen Jetty at which we can reflect upon the history of the jetty. The community needs to understand the current predicament and explore options to save the jetty for future generations...
The Bowen Jetty
The Chamber is in discussions with local stakeholders including the Whitsunday regional council to conduct a conceptual design study for future repurposing of the Bowen Jetty. In the event that the jetty is no longer required as a home base for the Abbott Point tugs...
Catalina flying boat display
The Chamber is currently searching for funding options to purchase one of the only remaining airworthy Catalina flying boats still in existence. This aircraft is currently in NZ and us available for sale. If funding can be secured to enable the purchase, the idea would be to have...