New regional development names 16 new streets after local veterans

More than a dozen Bundaberg veterans across Aussie history are being immortalised in a brand-new development.The masterplanned community Coral Cove Ocean Estate has named 16 of its streets in honour of the area’s local veterans, including soldiers from both World Wars and beyond.The streets are currently being installed as part of the village’s ongoing construction, with the final product set to bring 1,200 new dwellings for more than 3,500 people.The Coral Cove Ocean Estate, by DevCore Property Group, has named 16 of its streets after some of Bundaberg’s beloved veterans from WWI, WWI and beyond.Bundaberg Regional Council mayor Helen Blackburn with Ruth Simmons, wife of veteran Leslie Simmons, and DevCore senior development manager Cameron Beames.Bundaberg Regional Council mayor Helen Blackburn said the move was the latest part of the city’s commitment to recognising the service and sacrifice of its residents.“The Bundaberg Region is a community that values its people and its history,” she said.“Across the region, we have seen strong community support for the Streets of Remembrance program, with more than 100 streets badged in recognition of our military heroes“It’s a wonderful ou...