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Frozen Jr - Kingaroy

The South Burnett Musical Comedy Society's youth theatre group will be presenting their first performance of the musical Frozen Jr at the Kingaroy Performing Arts Centre (in the grounds of Kingaroy State High School at the end of Markwell Street) from 11:00am this morning. Frozen Jr is adapted from the Broadway musical based on the hit Disney animated movie "Frozen". Today's performance is a special "Holiday Magic" matinee. Tickets are $15 per head, but for this performance only, group bookings of 15 or more are $10 per person! Tickets can be booked online Note: Three more performances will be held at the same venue tomorrow and Sunday. You can also read more about this production on our website

Kilkivan Great Horse Ride

The first day of the three-day 2025 Kilkivan Great Horse Ride will get under way at 9:00am this morning with the jumping castle for kids opening at the Kilkivan Showgrounds at 88 Mudlo Road. The Campdraft Bar will open at 10:00am with live music continuing all day: Trevor Knight until 1:00pm, then Hannah Rose until 4:00pm, the Country Slingers until 7:00pm and Chev Wilson until 10:00pm. Meanwhile, a briefing for riders taking part in the Trail Ride will be held at 12:30pm in the Muster area. There'll be a Heavy Horse demonstration in the campdraft arena at 3:00pm, followed by Barrel Racing in the indoor arena from 4:00pm to 9:00pm. Dog high jumps will be happening in the Campdraft Bar precinct at 5:00pm followed by a Roast Dinner being served up in the Campdraft Marquee from 6:00pm. There'll also be a big-screen movie for the kids in the Campdraft Bar precinct from 7:00pm. You can get the full three-day schedule for this year's festival on the Kilkivan Great Horse Ride website, along with information on bookings, camping and ticket prices.

The Mousetrap - Nanango

The Nanango Theatre Company will be presenting their latest production, Agatha Christies' record-breaking whodunnit "The Mousetrap", at their theatre on the corner of Elk and George streets, Nanango at 7:00pm tonight. Tickets are $25 for adults or $20 for concessions, and they can booked booked online. Note: There are just two more performances, on tomorrow at the same venue.

Foam Party - Kingaroy

CTC Youth Services will be hosting a free Foam Party at the Kingaroy Showgrounds in Youngman Street, Kingaroy from 6:00pm to 9:00pm tonight to mark Youth Week. There'll be DJs, free food, non-alcoholic drinks and heaps of activities for everyone aged from 12 to 21. Tickets can be booked online (get in early as attendance is capped at just 300 tickets!)

116th Nanango Show

The first day of the two-day 116th Annual Nanango Show will get under way at the Nanango Showgrounds in Cairns Street at 8:00am this morning with the judging of Show Harness classes. This will be followed at noon with judging of local and district horse classes, and then a Working Horse Challenge at 3:00pm before the Young Judges and Handlers competitions at 4:00pm. The Show's main public day is tomorrow, when the action will start at 7:00am and run through until late tomorrow night.

Colour Xplosion - Murgon

To help celebrate Youth Week, South Burnett PCYC have organised a colour run/walk today. Young people (and their family members) have been invited to gather at the corner of Macalister Street and Schultz Crossing this morning. Registrations open at 8:45am and the run/walk starts at 9:00am. A 5km round return track will be set up along the South Burnett Rail Trail. Volunteers will be at each station to help spread the fun (and colour!). There'll also be a free barbecue at the finish line at 11:00am! More info? Contact the PCYC on (07) 4168-1889.

Fitness & Friends - Murgon

Fitness & Friends is a fun group of walkers which gathers at Graham House Community Centre, 21 Taylor Street East, Murgon, every Thursday and Friday morning at 6:30am for a brisk 30-minute walk. More info? Contact Graham House on (07) 4169-8400.

Wondai Line Dancing

Wooroolin Line Dancing has come to Wondai! Classes are being held at the Lutheran Church Hall, 37 Edward Street, Wondai, every Friday morning: Golden Oldies 9:00am-10:00am; beginners / intermediate 10:15am-11:15am; and intermediate 11:30am-12:30pm. $10 for all three classes (or $5 for one class). More info? Phone Paula 0498-210-073.

Friday Morning Bingo - Murgon

Bingo games will be held at Murgon RSL's Welfare Drop-In Centre at 44 Stephens Street West, Murgon from 9:00am this morning (eyes down at 10:00am). There'll be some great prizes on offer and everyone is welcome. More details? Phone (07) 4313-3018.

Friday Night At The (New) Shed

Well, the weekly get-together has temporarily moved to the Masonic Lodge in Gipps Street as The Shed is currently off-limits! But the fun will still start at 7:00pm and run until late tonight for local musicians or anyone else who enjoys music who comes along. Bring your instruments and jam in a relaxed and informal setting, or just sit, listen and enjoy the wide variety of talent on offer. The musos fire up every Friday night and there's no admission charge. Everyone is welcome! More details? Phone Jane on 0400-631-677.

Friday Social Golf & Dinner - Proston

The Proston Golf Club, on Brigooda Road, Proston, will be holding a Friday afternoon social golf game today. Names need to be in by 2:00pm for a 2:30pm tee-off, and everyone is welcome. Cold beer and snacks will also be available at the clubhouse from noon, and the club's very popular Friday night dinner will be running after 5:30pm. Bookings for dinner are essential (before 1:00pm!) and can be made online More details? Phone 0474-741-822.

Karaoke Night - Murgon

The Murgon Services Club in Lamb Street, Murgon, has karaoke on the second Friday of every month from 7:00pm. The club's bistro will also be open for dinner or snacks. More details? Phone the club on (07) 4168-1819.

Kingaroy QCWA Meeting

Kingaroy QCWA meets on the second Friday of every month at the clubrooms at 122 Kingaroy Street, Kingaroy. QCWA is more than cooking and craft! It's a chance to meet new friends and help the community. More info? Phone Lynne on 0407-965-094.

Nanango QCWA Craft Morning

The Nanango QCWA holds a craft morning from 9:30am on the second Friday of every month in their clubrooms at 55 Fitzroy Street, Nanango. Today's project is making a fabric purse. More info? SMS 0499-358-288 during business hours.

Blackbutt History Morning

The Blackbutt and District Tourism and Heritage Association will be holding a History Morning from 9:30am today at the Blackbutt Memorial Hall in Bowman Road. Guest speaker will be former Nanango resident and local historian Liz Caffery who will providing a pictorial presentation about the local timer industry. Morning tea will be available for $5. More details? Phone 0493-761-985 or visit their Facebook page.

Friday Line Dancing - Kingaroy

Line dancing classes will be held at the Anglican Church Hall in Alford Street, Kingaroy (opposite the police station) from 9:30am to 12:00 noon today. A $5 dancing fee applies (which includes morning tea) and everyone is welcome. More details? Phone Vicki on 0427-461-538

South Burnett Autism Support Group

The South Burnett Autism Support Group will be holding its second Friday of the month meeting at the Salvation Army Hall at 107 Kingaroy St, Kingaroy at 6:30pm this evening (child care is available for a small fee). New members are always welcome! More info? Phone Gary on (07) 4164-1256.

Kingaroy RSL Bingo

Bingo games will be running at Kingaroy RSL from 9:30am this morning (eyes down at 10:30am). There'll be multiple jackpots on offer, along with book games and raffles, and proceeds will go to help local good causes. Everyone is welcome. More details? Phone the RSL on (07) 4162-1755.

South Burnett Pantry - Kingaroy

The South Burnett Pantry will be open from 8:30am to 12:00 noon today at 1A (Lot 3) Railway Terrace in Kingaroy. The Pantry is a not-for-profit registered charity run by a Board of Management and staffed by volunteers, and it helps low income families, couples and singles stretch their shopping dollar further. The Pantry offers $40 pantry hampers that contain most of the food and personal cleaning items that most people need to get through part of the week (though you'll need to shop elsewhere for extras or special items). And anyone who's finding it hard to make ends meet is very welcome to make use of it. More details? Phone James on 0438-071-658. PS: If you'd like to help The Pantry in any way - either by volunteering or donating goods - please contact James about this too, or visit the website.

Alcoholics Anonymous - Murgon

Alcoholics Anonymous is a fellowship of people who share their experience, strength and hope with each other to solve their common problem and help others to recover from alcoholism. The only requirement for membership is a desire to stop drinking. There are no dues or fees for membership. AA is not allied with any sect, denomination, politics, organisation or institution. AA meets in Murgon every Tuesday and Friday at 12:30pm at the Baptist Church at 94 Macalister Street. For more information, phone 1300-222-222.