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Get Ready Cherbourg Day - Cherbourg

The Cherbourg Aboriginal Shire Council will be holding a special "Get Ready Cherbourg Day" at the Les Stewart Snr. Memorial Sports Centre in Cherbourg from 1:00pm to 7:00pm this afternoon to raise awareness about the approaching summer storm season, and explain how the community can prepare and stay safe from fires, floods and storms. There'll be demonstrations from emergency services such as fire, ambulance, police and helivacs. And to help keep children amused, there'll also be free rides and give-aways, a free BBQ running, and entertainment including an evening concert by Muddy Flats. Get Ready Cherbourg Day is now an annual event, and you can read more about this one and what last year's one was like on our website.

Cards & Bowls Afternoon - Kingaroy

The Kingaroy Senior Citizens Club will be holding their regular Monday afternoon indoor bowls and cards competitions at their centre on the corner of Avoca and Kingaroy Streets, Kingaroy (opposite Super IGA) from 1:00pm to around 4:00pm today. The $2 admission includes a cup of tea and everyone is welcome. More details? Phone (07) 4163-6191.

Monday Evening Bingo - Blackbutt

Bingo games will be held in Uniting Church Hall in Coulson Street, Blackbutt from 7:00pm this evening. Everyone is welcome

Lift For Life Session - Wondai

The South Burnett Regional Council's Healthy Communities program will be holding a gold coin donation "Lift For Life" strength training program at the Wondai Squash Courts at 98 Edward Street in Wondai from 9:30am to 10:30am this morning. This new program - which offers a six-month, low cost course in strength training for people of all ages and fitness levels - will help prevent and/or manage Type 2 diabetes and other chronic health conditions. Lift For Life sessions are held twice-weekly on Mondays and Wednesdays and if you plan to attend you should bring comfortable shoes, a towel, a water bottle and (if applicable) medication. More details? Phone Fran on (0407) 172-768.

Wondai SES Meeting

The Wondai SES will be holding their regular Monday night training session at their shed in McCord Street, Wondai from 6:00pm to 8:00pm. Anyone from the Wondai and Tingoora areas who's interested in joining the SES (or simply finding out more about what's involved) is very welcome to come along. More details? Phone Dean on (0409) 480-553.

Wondai Swimming Club Meeting

The Wondai Swimming Club will be holding their regular Monday Club Night at the Wondai Swimming Pool in Mackenzie Street, Wondai from 6:00pm this evening. New members are very welcome - and this year, the pool is heated as well! More details? Phone Lainie on (0411) 024-834.

Sing Australia Meeting - Kingaroy

The Kingaroy branch of the Sing Australia singing group will be holding their regular Monday night meeting at the Uniting Church Hall in Alford Street, Kingaroy from 7:00pm to around 9:00pm this evening. The group have a welcoming, inclusive and fun approach to singing and meet every Monday except for school holidays. New members are very welcome, and you can obtain more details by phoning Sharron on (07) 4163-2291 or (0431) 816-071 or by or by emailing her.

Nanango SES Meeting

The Nanango SES will be holding their regular Monday night training session at the SES Building in George Street, Nanango from 7:00pm to 9:00pm tonight. Anyone from the Nanango district who's interested in joining the SES (or simply finding out more about what's involved) is very welcome to come along. More details? Phone Group Leader Robyn on (07) 4163-1933 or (0448) 138-220.

St John's Ambulance Brigade Meeting - Kingaroy

The Kingaroy Division of St John's Ambulance will be holding its regular Monday night training meeting at SES Shed in Glendon Street, Kingaroy from 6:30pm to 8:30pm tonight. The group provides invaluable training in eveything from first aid right up to Advanced Responder for both adults and cadets (aged 8 to 17) and new members are always welcome! More details? Phone Naomi on (0417) 578-623 or email her. Note: Adults meet every Monday night, but cadets only meet during school terms.

Ken Baines Morning Tea - Kingaroy

Centacare South Burnett will be holding their monthly Ken Baines Memorial Morning Tea at the Biscuit Tin at 15 Albert Street, Kingaroy at 10:00am this morning. Everyone is welcome for a relaxed cuppa and chat - and you can bring a friend if you like! More details? Phone Centacare on (07) 4162-5439.

Monday Evening Zumba - Nanango

Zumba dance fitness classes will be held at the Nanango Skating Rink in George Street, Nanango at 6:00pm this evening. The class fee is $5 and everyone is welcome.

Community Kitchen Meeting - Murgon

The Murgon Community Kitchen will be meeting at Graham House at 27 Taylor Street East in Murgon from 10:00am to 12:00 noon this morning. The Community Kitchen meets every Monday during school terms. Members learn how to cook simple, healthy foods in a communal environment; how to read and understand food labels; and how to save money by modifying recipes. New members are always welcome! More details? Phone Graham House on (07) 4168-2828.

Nanango Christmas Tree Festival Celebration Dinner RSVP Deadline

Today is the last day you can book tickets for the Nanango Christmas Tree Festival Celebration Dinner which will be held at the Nanango Cultural Centre this coming Saturday night, November 30 (see entry that day for all details).

South Burnett Youth Choir Practice - Wondai

The South Burnett Youth Choir will be holding their regular Monday afternoon practice session at The Studio at the rear of the Wondai Regional Art Gallery from 3:30pm to 6:30pm this afternoon. The SBYC is open to young people aged 13 to 18 and new members are always welcome. More details? Phone Jane on (0411) 118-510 or (07) 4169-0068.

South Burnett Touch Football Finals - Kingaroy

The South Burnett's Touch Football finals will be played at Lyle Vidler Oval in Youngman Street, Kingaroy from 5:00pm onwards this evening. At 5:00pm, the Mods/Juniors will take to three fields for the play-offs, and they'll be followed at 6:00pm with Team-Team matches (HWB v Untouchables, Touch N Go v Meandu Miners and St Marys vs IGA Maroon). At 6:45pm, IGA Red will play Posso Panthers; Expressos will play Taabinga; and Write-Offs will play Coolabunia Gunners. Then at 7:30pm, Gumps will play IGA Blue and Roosters will play Kingas Maccas. Finally, at 8:15pm, Flatliners will play IGA Navy and Health Hazards will touch it out with Childs Play. Spectators and supporters are very welcome!