BUNDABERG mayoral candidate Troy Madle said the issue was the last straw for him and one of the main reasons he decided to throw his hat in the ring and run for mayor.

"Isis High has used this land to keep livestock for at least 20 years, maybe more," he said.

"This is 'public' land, but the current council didn't bother consulting the Isis community about what this land should be used for."

Member for Hinkler Keith Pitt said the Agriculture Department at Isis District State High School and the Childers Men's Shed both played an important role in the Isis community.

"It is deeply disappointing that Bundaberg Regional Council has not been able to find an amicable solution that does not displace one party for another," he said.

"I hope the public response is enough to convince the council to go back to the negotiating table, if possible, and find a solution that suits both parties."

Member for Burnett Stephen Bennett said this was an issue for the local council, but he did facilitate meetings with the new government, but had not been informed of those outcomes.

"Please be assured that I have been, and always will be, fully committed to the continuation of the agricultural curriculum and outcomes for students in the Isis region," he said.

"I will continue to be involved in negotiations with those key stakeholders and do believe we will end up with a satisfactory outcome for the students of the Isis region.

"If anyone wants to discuss this issue with me further, of course I welcome that communication."

Mayoral candidate Jack Dempsey said this issue was indicative of the lack of consultation by the council.

"We've seen it in Childers, with the helicopter issue in Bargara and with Masters," he said.

"I believe council should be engaging with and listening to the community more before making decisions."