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Aussie Concert With A Twist - Taabinga

The South Burnett Chorale will be presenting their end-of-winter "Aussie Concert With A Twist" at Taabinga Homestead at 7 Old Taabinga Road in Haly Creek at 2:30pm this afternoon. The concert will feature a great collection of classic Australian songs and admission (which includes an equally great afternoon tea) is $10 for adults - children 12 years and under can get in for free. Everyone is welcome!

Kumbia Antiques Roadshow

The second - and final - day of the second annual Kumbia Antiques Roadshow will be held at Kumbia Hall in Bell Street from 11:30am to around 4:00pm today. If you love antiques, a $25 ticket includes lunch, afternoon tea and written valuations on a maximum of two items (your pieces will be identified, discussed and valued by licenced valuer, Ray Dalton).The Antiques Roadshow is a very informative and fun day, but tickets need to be prepaid because places are strictly limited. More details? Bookings? Phone Stephanie from the Kumbia Progress Association on (07) 4164-4014 or 0419 649-226

South Burnett PCYC Wedding Expo - Murgon

The South Burnett PCYC in Macalister Street, Murgon will be holding a giant Wedding Expo from 10:00am to 2:00pm today. This enormous event will feature over 34 exhibitors offering everything from wedding venues to catering, photography to gifts, and limousine services to hairdressing, jewellery and party hire. There'll be $3000 in prizes up for grabs too, light refreshments available on site and a Fashion Parade featuring vintage to modern dresses. Admission is a slim $2 and everyone is welcome. More details? Phone the PCYC on (07) 4168-1889.

Mr Q Indoor Sunday Session - Nanango

Popular local entertainer Mr Q will be holding an Indoor Sunday Session at the Palace Hotel in Drayton Street, Nanango from 2:00pm to 6:00pm today. Admission is free and everyone is welcome. More details? Phone the hotel on (07) 4163-1287.

Seafood Sunday - Bunya Mountains

Lyrics Restaurant at Dandabah in the Bunya Mountains - just behind the Bunya Mountains General Store - will be holding their first-ever "Seafood Sunday" from 11:00am onwards today (lunch will be served from around noon). The fully-licensed restaurant will be offering a 100% fresh seafood a-la-carte menu, serving seafoods obtained from the coast yesterday. However, bookings are essential because places are strictly limited: (07) 4668-3131

Sunday Afternoon Music - Wondai

The Wondai Hotel & Cellars in Haly Street, Wondai will be holding a relaxed Sunday afternoon of live music from 11:30am onwards today. Lunch and dinner will be available in the Cellar's restaurant and pizzas will be availble on the rear deck too. More details from the Cellars on (07) 4168-5274.

Sunday AFL - Kingaroy

After several weeks without a home game, the South Burnett Saints AFL team will be returning in triumph to Lyle Vidler Oval in Youngman Street, Kingaroy at 2:30pm this afternoon when they play University Cougars in the AFL's Darling Downs Division 2 Qualifying Final - the first ever AFL final held in Kingaroy, and the Saints' last home game of the season. The Saints are currently in top place on the 2014 competition ladder after a string of recent wins, so there'll be lot of interest in this match from AFL fans, since it will determine if our boys play in the Grand Final or not. Spectators are most welcome, a bar and refreshments will be available and admission is free.

Sunday Afternoon Poker - Kingaroy

The Kingaroy RSL in Kingaroy Street, Kingaroy will be hosting Sunday afternoon poker games today. Registration starts at 2:00pm and the first cards are dealt at 2:30pm. There are $150 in prizes to be won and no fees to play. More details from the RSL on (07) 4162-1755.

Timbertown Woodworkers Meeting - Blackbutt

The Timbertown Woodworkers group will be holding their regular Sunday morning meeting at the Blackbutt Showgrounds in Bowman Road, Blackbutt from 8:00am until around 12:00pm today. New members who are interested in learning woodwork are always welcome and you can obtain more details by phoning Marcia on (07) 4170-0389

Sunday Afternoon Darts - Kingaroy

The South Burnett Darts Association will be holding their regular Sunday afternoon Pot Luck Doubles darts competitions from 11:00am to 4:00pm at their premises at Shed 1, 18 Stolzenberg Road in Kingaroy. A $10 playing fee applies, but that includes a great BBQ lunch. New players are always welcome - the club caters for all skill levels from novice to expert - and you can obtain more details by phoning Kurt on (0403) 400-771 (after 5:00pm) or Bianca on (0431) 954-023. Note: Pot Luck Doubles may not run on every Sunday due to other competitions, so call first to check if you really, really want to play PLD today.

Fight Night - Kingaroy

Kingaroy RSL will be holding an Ultimate Fighting Championship night in the Tobruk Room this evening. Admission is free. More details from the RSL on (07) 4163-1375.

Kilkivan Sunday Markets

The weekly Kilkivan Markets will be held in Lester Millar Park in Kilkivan from 7:00am until around 12:00 noon this morning. The markets feature an array of locally produced fruit, vegetables and merchandise and new stallholders are always welcome! More details? Stall Bookings? Phone (0407) 772-741 or visit the website.

Tableland Markets

The Tableland Hall Committee will be holding their popular bi-annual Market Day at Tableland Hall from 6:30am to around 2:00pm today. These markets are only held twice a year and are becoming quite a crowd-pleaser with a lots of stalls offering everything from fresh produce through to coffee and tea, cakes and baked goods, plants and bric-a-brac. There'll also be a great steak sandwiches and hot chips on offer; a raffle; background music; and fun competitions for adults and children including a cooking compdetition (for both children and adults), where the entries will be auctioned after judging. Cr Kathy Duff will also be in attendance this morning to answer any questions you have about Council or hear about local issues you'd like her to look into. New stallholders are also very welcome - stall fees are just $6 - and you can obtain more information about how to take part by phoning Joan on (07) 4168-1710.

South Burnett Orchid Society Meeting - Kingaroy

The South Burnett Orchid Society will be holding their regular last Sunday of the month meeting at the South Burnett Youth Park in Somerset Street, Kingaroy from 2:00pm onwards this aftenoon. The Society exists for orchid enthusiasts of all skill levels, and new members and visitors are always very welcome. More details? Phone Beryl on (07) 4168-1695 (ahrs) or Gary on (07) 4162-8404 (ahrs)

Open Mic Day - Nanango

The Nanango Darts Club at the corner of George and Elk Streets in Nanango will be holding an Open Mic Jam Session from 1:30pm to around 6:00pm today, hosted by Mr Q. Anyone is welcome to put their name up on the blackboard and - when their turn comes - to perform up to 20 minutes of originals or covers. All PAs, guitars and drums will be provided by Mr Q and there'll be light snacks and a bar running if you get peckish or thirsty. Everyone is welcome along for a great aftenoon of live music and family fun! More details? Phone Tony on (0439) 077-681.

South Burnett Little Athletics Sign-On Day

South Burnett Little Athletics will be holding a Sign On Day at Taabinga State School in Kingaroy Street, Kingaroy (near the industrial estate) this morning. Little Athletics will be running a coaching clinic at 9:00am, and this will be followed by a Sign On at 10:00am. New members are very welcome!

Amazing Race - Kingaroy

Kingaroy gym Cardio Central is staging its second "Amazing Race" challenge today from 1:30pm to 5:00pm as a charity fundraiser. It's $20 for a team of two or register as a family for $10 per person. You can register today at the gym in Pound Street. There'll be a sausage sizzle after the race. More info? Call Laila on 0418-194-755.