The Hervey Bay Fraser Coast region is a fast developing hub and one of the leading growth areas in Queensland. In line with this, we would like to welcome you to the all new Hervey Bay Independent. As the city’s widest circulating newspaper, - The Indy - as it is affectionately known, will take on a whole new look and feel, guaranteed to excite readers and advertisers.     Scott Rowe, Director The Hervey Bay Independent has been your local communtiy voice for over 18 years. New owners acquired the business in December 2005. Over the past 10 months we have been learning from you, and listening to what you would like to see in your local communtiy newspaper. The result is the all new Hervey Bay Independent, which hit the streets on Friday, July 21, 2006. Printed in full colour throughout, the Hervey Bay Independent is the city’s most cost effective yet most progressive media, all showcased in a level of quality that was previously unavailable to local businesses. I would like to take this opportunity to thank the community for their support of the newspaper over the past two decades and welcome you to a new phase in the future of print media in Hervey Bay. Malcolm Quinn, Director The secret to the success of any local business is how to effectively increase the amount of people using your products or services and how to make sure that you are reaping the rewards of your hard work by ensuring that you are "top of mind" when people want to access the same service again and you receive the repeat patronage. Our focus is on delivering quality outcomes for companies who are looking to strengthen their image, awareness and overall brand position. That's