“Why are you celebrating Halloween? We’re not Americans.”

The same debate pops up every year around the same time as the Halloween decorations do. Someone else will chime in about the Gaelic origins of Halloween; that is, the festival originated in Scotland and Irish in pagan times at Samhain.

Samhain is the first day of November and a marker of the beginning of Winter. While earlier Gaelic people followed the Wheel of the Year around equinoxes and solstices, modern Scottish settlers wanted to celebrate at the same time as back home. With Christianity came “All Hallow’s Eve”, later shortened to “Halloween” (a Scots term).

So, no, Halloween in Bundy isn’t an imported fad from America. It arrived here with the Scottish settlers who helped build the town.

Nestled in Queensland’s heartland, the Bundaberg and North Burnett regions are renowned for lush landscapes, rich history, and vibrant communities. Beneath the serene surface, however, lies a tapestry of strange sightings, cryptids, and unexplained phenomena that have fascinated locals and visitors for generations.

Spring has arrived in Bundaberg, bringing sunshine, longer days and the perfect excuse to get out and explore with the kids these school holidays. From reef adventures and strawberry picking to animal encounters and sweet local treats, there’s no shortage of fun for the whole family. To help you plan, we’ve rounded up the top things to see, do and taste this spring.

In a region filled with so many dreamy beaches, enchanting bush trails and delish brunch spots, we’re great believers in not needing to break the bank to have a great time! So here’s our guide to Bundy on a budget, with 30 things to do whilst you’re in town that are either under $30 or FREE!

Step into a world where mystery meets mindfulness, where ancient wisdom whispers through the wind, and where nature's embrace nurtures both body and soul. It’s time for you to unearth the newly transformed Mystery Craters, ancient geological formations shrowded in bewilderment and awe!