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South Burnett Daily Calendar Listings for March 2015

March 1 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. Pink Soccer Day - Nanango POSTPONED: Girls! Have you ever thought about playing soccer? Do you want to learn more or refresh your skills? Football South Burnett has organised a free “girls only” training day for women and girls aged 12 and over. It will be held at the Nanango Soccer Grounds in Burnett Street south of the CBD from 9:00am this morning. Read more about it on our website. Note: This event was postponed on February 25 due to schedule conflicts - a new date will be advised in due course. 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. Rock & Roll Dance Lessons - Nanango Rock & Roll Dance Lessons will be held at the Heritage Pavilion inside Nanango Showgrounds in Cairns Street at 1:00pm this afternoon. The cost for a 2-hour lesson is $10 and beginners are very welcome. Classes are held fortnightly. More details? Phone Sue on 0418-759-330. Sunday Cricket - Kingaroy The South Burnett U19s cricket squaqd, fresh from their recent Wide Bay victory, will play for the Falconer Shield at Lyle Vidler Oval in Kingaroy today. Spectators are very welcome. Musical Comedy Society Auditions - Kingaroy The South Burnett Musical Comedy Society will be holding auditions for their 2015 production "The Pyjama Game" (which will be held in August) at the SBMC's shed at the rear of the South Burnett Enterprise Centre at 6 Cornish Street, Kingaroy this afternoon. Auditions for men will be held from 2:00pm to 3:30pm, and for women from 3:30pm to 5:00pm. The SBMC are looking for singers and dancers, and if you're trying out you should bring a prepared song and/or suitable shoes to do a small dance routine. More details? Phone Jan on 0412-348-722 Timbertown Woodworkers Group Meeting The Timbertown Woodworkers group will be holding their regular Sunday morning meeting at the Blackbutt Showgrounds in Bowman Road, Blackbutt from 8:30am until around 12:00 noon 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 Clean Up Australia Day Today is Clean Up Australia Day, the one day every year when all Australians are encouraged to put in a few hours helping to clean up a local eyesore (a park, a stretch of road etc) by removing litter and rubbish. You can register a clean-up event in your part of the South Burnett (or find one) by going to the official Clean Up Australia Day website. In Nanango the Nanango Tourism and Development Association will be marking the day with a quarterly clean-up of their "Adopt-A-Spot" - the stretch of the D'Aguilar Highway from Brown Street to the Tarong turn-off - from 8:30am until around 12:00 noon this morning. New helpers are always welcome! And in Murgon, Cr Kathy Duff will be leading a clean-up of the lily ponds area near the CBD. Most of the work will be on the water’s edge, but some will also be undertaken in a boat. The clean-up will start at 8:00am and go for a few hours, depending on how many helpers turn up. In Kingaroy, the Girl Guides are conducting a clean-up of the Pound Street community gardens behind the duck ponds and Senior Citizens Centre near the CBD from 8:30am to around noon this moning. Volunteers are very welcome! There'll also be a clean-up of Memorial Park between 8:00am and 11:00am run by a separate group, and if you'd like to be part of that you should meet at the McDonald's car park at 8:00am. Finally - near Wondai - Arethusa College will be running a clean-up of Ficks Crossing between 10:30am and around 1:30pm if you'd like to get involved there. March 2 Nanango Men's Shed The Nanango Men's Shed at the corner of Mt Stanley Road and Heathermore Lane, Nanango will be open from 8:30am to 12:30pm today (and also on Wednesdays). New members are very welcome! More details? Phone Ben on 0491-102-087 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 (opposite Shoppingworld) 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 and public 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. Wondai SES Meeting The Wondai SES will be holding their regular Monday night training session at their shed in McCord Street, Wondai from 5:00pm to 7:00pm. Anyone from the Wondai and Tingoora areas who's interested in joining the SES or just finding out more about what's involved is very welcome to come along. More details? Phone Dean on (0409) 480-553 Kingaroy SES Training Night The Kingaroy SES will be holding their regular Monday night training session at the Kingaroy SES headquarters in Glendon Street, Kingaroy (next to Kingaroy X-Ray) from 7:00pm to 9:00pm this evening. New members are always very welcome. More details? Phone 0428-741-274 Wondai Swimming Club 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! More details? Phone Lainie on (0411) 024-834. Hivesville QCWA Meeting The Hivesville QCWA will be holding their regular monthly meeting at the Hivesville QCWA Rooms in Main Street, Hivesville at 10:00am this morning. Entry is free and members are asked to bring a plate to share for lunch. Everyone is welcome to attend! More details? Phone Judy on (07) 4168-9892. Monday Evening Bingo - Blackbutt Bingo games will be held at Nukku Nook at the head of the Blackbutt Rail Trail in Hart Street, Blackbutt from 7:00pm this evening (eyes down at 7:30pm sharp). These weekly bingo nights are a fundraiser for the Blackbutt and District Tourism and Heritage Association and everyone is welcome! More details? Phone Noeleen on (07) 4163-0413 or send her an email. Timbertowns Touch Competition - Blackbutt The fourth week of the Blackbutt-Yarraman Rugby League Club's touch football competition will get underway tonight at the Blackbutt rugby league grounds (ie Ian “Bunny” Pearce Oval), with Juniors (aged 5-14 years) kicking off at 5:00pm followed by Opens (men's, women's and mixed teams) at 6:00pm. This is a six-a-side competition and it will run on Monday nights for the next two weeks. Cost is $5 per person per game, and food and drinks will be available at the ground. Wondai QCWA Meeting The Wondai branch of the QCWA will be holding their regular first Monday of the month meeting at the QCWA Rooms in Mackenzie Street, Wondai at 10:00am this morning. All interested people are welcome. March 3 Wondai Town And Rural Neighbourhood Watch The Wondai Town And Rural Neighbourhood Watch group will be holding a meeting at the Wondai Diggers Club in Mackenzie Street, Wondai at 7:30pm this evening. The group meets on the first Tuesday of March, June, September and December and new members are always welcome. More details? Phone Brian on (07) 4168-5957. Tuesday Social Dancing - Kingaroy A social dance featuring Old Time and New Vogue styles will be held at the CWA Hall in Kingaroy Street, Kingaroy between 6:00pm and 9:00pm this evening. Admission is $5, which includes tea and a light supper. More details? Phone Derrick on (07) 4163-6294 Country Crafters Meeting - Blackbutt The Blackbutt Country Crafters will be holding their regular Tuesday morning meeting at the Uniting Church Hall in Coulson Street, Blackbutt from 9:30am to 2:00pm today. The group caters for people interested in crafts and new members are always welcome. More details? Phone June on (07) 4170-0054 or Roslyn on (07) 4163-0682 Indoor Bowls - Yarraman The Yarraman Indoor Bowls Club will be holding their regular Tuesday morning meeting at the Lutheran Hall in McDaniell Street, Yarraman from 9:00am onwards today (bowls start around 9:30am and wrap up around 11:45am). New members are always very welcome! More details? Phone Alison on 0417-263-757 or (07) 4163-8087 Kingaroy Men's Shed The Kingaroy Men's Shed will be open from 9:00am to 12:00 noon and 2:00pm to 4:00pm today behind the Salvation Army's headquarters at 44 Alford Street in Kingaroy. The shed is open to all men who'd enjoy the companionship of other men while undertaking woodwork, metalwork or similar projects or who'd just enjoy a chat. More details? Phone the Salvos on (07) 4162-5246. Kingaroy Writers Association Meeting The Kingaroy Writers' Association will be holding meeting between 9:30am and 12:30pm this morning at the Uniting Church Hall on the corner of Alford and Youngman Streets in Kingaroy. Members meet on the first and third Tuesdays of each month to share their work with other members and take part in writing and word exercises. Membership is $5 per annum and meetings are $2 to cover tea and coffee (bring a plate for a shared morning tea experience). New members are always very welcome! More details? Phone Barbara on (07) 4168-1675 South Burnett Chorale - Kingaroy The South Burnett Chorale will be holding their regular Tuesday practice night at the Church of Christ Hall at the corner of Haly and Burnett Streets in Kingaroy from 7:30pm to 9:30pm this evening. The Chorale meets every Tuesdy night during school terms, and new members are always very welcome! More details? Phone (07) 4162-1332 or send them an email. Danny's Diner - Kingaroy Danny's Diner - a free community dinner - will be held at the Uniting Church Hall at the corner of Alford and Youngman streets in Kingaroy from 5:30pm to 7:00pm tonight. The dinner is an initiative of the Kingaroy District Ministry Association and is for the benefit of anyone who's hungry or otherwise doing it tough. While an RSVP isn't essential, it would be appreciated to help plan the catering. You can make one by phoning Lenelle on (07) 4162-8482. You can also read more about Danny's Diner on our website. Nanango Scout Club Meeting The Nanango Scout Club - which meets every Tuesday night during school terms - will be holding its regular weekly meeting at the Scout Den at 40 Henry Street, Nanango (just next to the police station) from 5:30pm to around 7:00pm tonight. The group currently has three sections in operation: Joeys (for children aged 6 to 8 years); Cubs (8-11 years); and Scouts (11-15 years). New members are always very welcome, and so are new leaders and youth members for all sections. More details? Phone Shirley Masnata on (07) 4163-7455 or send her an email. Kingaroy Red Hatters Meeting The Kingaroy Red Hatters - the South Burnett branch of the international Red Hat Society - will be meeting at a South Burnett venue today. The Red Hat ladies meet on the first Tuesday of every month (except January) from 10:00am to around 1:00pm, extending the hand of friendship and offering social support to women who might be feeling isolated or just in need of some camaraderie with a little light-hearted fun and laughter thrown in for good measure. All women are welcome! More details? Phone Vicki on (07) 4162-3938 or Christine on (07) 4162-4466 (AHrs). Indoor Bowls - Nanango The Nanango Indoor Bowls Association will be holding their regular weekly indoor bowls matches at the Nanango Cultural Centre in George Street, Nanango at 7:00pm this evening (matches start at 7:30pm sharp). New players are always very welcome. More details? Phone Keith on (07) 4163-1522 or Denise on (07) 4163-2263 March 4 Graham House Community Garden - Murgon The Graham House Community Garden group will be meeting at the Graham House Community Centre at 21 Taylor Street East in Murgon from 10:00am to 12:00 noon this morning. Today's meeting will feature Brian Jarvis from Growing The Burnett as a special guest speaker. Brian will be speaking about Growing The Burnett and providing tips, strategies and design ideas for community gardens. Everyone is welcome, but to assist with catering an RSVP to Dot on (07) 4169-8400 by Tuesday, March 3 would be greatly appreciated. Free Multiple Sclerosis Information Session - Kingaroy MS Queensland will be holding two completely free, identical information sessions in Kingaroy today for people suffering from MS (Multiple Sclerosis), their family and friends. The sessions will be held in the Taabinga Room at the DAFF facility at 214 Kingaroy-Cooyar Road south of Kingaroy. The first session will run from 10:00am to 12:30pm, and the second from 1:00pm to 3:30pm. Both sessions will be facilitated by Tim O'Maley, who'll provide an overview of MS, an update on current research and treatment and how to understand complex symptoms. He'll be followed by psychologist Aart Simons, who'll discuss the psychological impacts of MS; senior physiotherapist Joy Constantine, who'll talk about MS and exercise; and regional services coordinator Tasman Saywell, who'll talk about MS Queensland's services and support. To assist with catering an RSVP by Friday, 27 February would be grealy appreciated. You can make one by phoning (07) 5438-8960 or by emailing MS Queensland. Indoor Bowls & Cards Day - Kingaroy The Kingaroy Senior Citizens Club will be hosting indoor bowls and cards (500) competitions at its centre on the corner of Avoca and Kingaroy Streets, Kingaroy between 9:00am and 4:00pm today. Indoor bowls competitions commence at 9:00am and cards at around 1:00pm, and the $2 admission includes a cup of tea. Everyone is welcome. For more details phone (07) 4163-6191. Murgon Rotary Club Meeting The Murgon Rotary Club will be holding their regular Wednesday evening dinner meeting at the Murgon Services Club in Lamb Street, Murgon from 6:30pm onwards tonight (meeting starts at 7:00pm). New members are always welcome! More details? Phone (07) 4168-1180. Timbertown Woodworkers Group Meeting The Timbertown Woodworkers group will be holding their regular Wednesday morning meeting at the Blackbutt Showgrounds in Bowman Road, Blackbutt from 8:30am until around 12:00 noon 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 Man Cave - Kingaroy The Sister Dolores Carroll Training Centre at St Mary's Catholic College at 10 Kent Street in Kingaroy will be transforming into a "Man's Cave" between 6:30pm and 10:00pm tonight. Qualified instructors will be demonstrating the use of all the equipment in the centre - great stuff like lathes, drills etc - and if you're a man interested in restoring or manufacturing wood or metal products and socialising with other men who have similar interests, then this could be the place for you! (similar to a Men's Shed, but with a lot more gear). There's no charge to come along and it's completely non-religious. More details? Phone Mark Richard on 0404-851-134. Kingaroy Girl Guides Meeting The Kingaroy Girl Guides Troop will be meeting at the Guides Hut in Mant Street, Kingaroy this afternoon. U9s will meet from 4:00pm to 5:30pm, and seniors (ages 10-18) from 5:30pm to 7:30pm. The Girl Guides meet weekly during school terms and new members are always welcome! More details? Phone Amanda on (07) 4162-8215 or 0417-076-756 Goomeri SES Meeting The Goomeri SES will be holding their regular Wednesday night training session at the SES Building in Dickinson Park, Goomeri from 6:30pm to around 8:30pm tonight. Anyone from the Goomeri 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 Steve Kay on 0429-836-572 or Ray on (07) 4168-4150. Nanango Men's Shed The Nanango Men's Shed at the corner of Mt Stanley Road and Heathermore Lane, Nanango will be open from 8:30am to 12:30pm today (and also on Mondays). New members are very welcome! More details? Phone Ben on 0491-102-087 Goomeri SES Meeting The Goomeri SES will be holding their regular Wednesday night training session at the SES Building in Dickinson Park, Goomeri from 6:30pm to around 8:30pm tonight. Anyone from the Goomeri 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 Steve Kay on 0429-836-572 or Ray on (07) 4168-4150. Charlotte The Emu Memorial Committee Meeting - Wondai The Charlotte The Emu Memorial Committee will be holding a meeting at the CROW-FM 90.7 studios at the corner of Haly and Scott Streets in Wondai at 6:00pm this evening to plan the group's next community fundraiser. All interested people are welcome to attend. Wednesday Night Judo - Murgon The Murgon Judo Club will be holding its regular Wednesday training night at the Salvation Army Hall in Macalister Street, Murgon this evening. Junior classes will run from 4:30pm to 5:30pm and seniors from 6:00pm to 7:30pm. Class fees are $4 for juniors and $6 for seniors. More details? Phone Stan on (07) 4168-3104 or (0414) 404-004 Doug Walters - Kingaroy Aussie cricket legend Doug Walters will be appearing at the Carrollee Hotel in King Street, Kingaroy at 5:00pm this evening. Doug will be talking about the good old days when he played alongside other cricketing greats like Rod Marsh, the Chappell brothers and Dennis Lillee, and everyone is welcome. Nanango Country Quilters & Crafts Group The Nanango Country Quilters And Crafts group meet every Wednesday at the Nanango Cultural Centre in George Street, Nanango between 9:00am to 2:00pm. Members can get to pursue a wide variety of crafts at these informal gatherings and the $4 meeting fee includes morning tea (but BYO cup and lunch). There's also usually a raffle as well. New members are very welcome! More details? Phone Andrea on (07) 4163-1607 or Tricia on (07) 4171-0124. March 5 Murgon Spinning, Weaving and Dyeing Group The Murgon Spinning, Weaving & Dyeing Group will be holding a meeting at Graham House at 21 Taylor Street East in Murgon from 9:00am to 2:00pm today. The group is open to anyoe interested in learning spinning, weaving or dyeing and it meets on the first and third Thursdays of each month. More details? Phone Enid on (07) 4168-2614, Judy on (07) 4168-4634 or Judith on (07) 4168-5698. Nanango & District Garden Club Meeting The Nanango Garden Club will be holding their regular first Thursday of the month meeting at 10:00am this morning at a property in the Nanango area. New members are always very welcome. More details? Phone Avis on (07) 4163-2313. Community Meeting - Tingoora Representatives from NBNCo will be holding a community meeting at the Tingoora State School chapel in Tingoora from 4:00pm to 6:00pm this afternoon to respond to community concerns that the site chosen for an NBN tower is inappropriate. The issue was first brought to public attention by southburnett.com.au on February 25, and you can read more about this story on our website Proston SES Training Night The Proston SES group will be meeting at their shed at the corner of Collingwood and Nelson Streets in Proston at 6:30pm this evening for their regular weekly training night. New members are very welcome! South Burnett Toastmasters - Kingaroy South Burnett Toastmasters will be holding a meeting in the Anzac Room of Kingaroy RSL in Markwell Street, Kingaroy at 7:00pm this evening. Toastmasters is a great way to learn how to speak in public and boost your self-confidence, and new members are always very welcome! Meetings are held on the 1st, 3rd and 5th Thursdays of the month. More details? Visit the South Burnett Toastmasters website. Thursday Farmer's Markets - Kingaroy Growing The Burnett will be holding their Mid-Week Markets in Kingaroy today. The markets feature fresh food and crafts produced exclusively in the South Burnett, and are held in O'Neill Square in Haly Street, Kingaroy between 12:00 noon and 6:30pm. You can read more about them on our website. Note: If you'd like to book a stall, phone Brian on (0417) 756-528. You can also find out more information on Growing The Burnett's Facebook page Blackbutt-Yarraman QCWA Meeting The Blackbutt-Yarraman branch of the QCWA will be holding its regular monthly meeting at Nukku Nook in Bowman Road, Blackbutt at 9:00am this morning. New members are very welcome! St Joseph's Bingo - Murgon St Joseph's Parish Hall in Angel Avenue, Murgon will be hosting bingo games from 7:30pm this evening. There'll be $1000 in prizes on offer as well as a canteen and lucky bingo tickets. Proceeds will go to aid St Joseph's school and community works. Thursday Evening Futsal - Kingaroy Futsal matches in Juniors, Youth and Seniors divisions will be held at the Kingaroy State High School Sports Auditorium from 3:45pm onwards this afternoon. Spectators are very welcome. More details? Phone Debbie Ovens at KSHS on (07) 4160-0666. Country Music Night - Nanango An informal Country Music Night will be held at the Uniting Church Hall in Gipps Street, Nanango at 7:30pm tonight. The get-together is open to both spectators and performers, and the $2 entry fee includes supper. Everyone is welcome! Taras Hall Bingo - Nanango Bingo games will be held at Taras Hall immediately next to Nanango RSL in Henry Street, Nanango at 9:00am this morning (doors open at 9:00am; eyes down at 10:00am sharp). Everyone is welcome! More details? Phone the RSL on (07) 4163-1375. Murgon RSL Bingo The Murgon Services Club in Lamb Street, Murgon will be holding bingo games in the club's premises from 10:30am until around 12:30pm this morning. There's no admission fee, a $700 jackpot prize and new players are very welcome! More details? Phone the club on (07) 4168-1819. March 6 Coverty Creek Social Club Meeting The Coverty Creek Comunity Development and Social Club will be holding its regular Friday night social gathering at the Red Shed at 198 Coverty Road, Coverty from 5:00pm until around 10:00pm tonight. There'll be a $2.50 sausage sizzle and drinks will be available, along with free coffee and tea. Everyone is welcome! More details? Phone Gavin on (07) 4168-9574 or send him an email. Friday Afternoon Scroungers - Nanango The Nanango Bowls Club in Henry Street will be holding their reglar Friday Afternoon Scroungers at 3:00pm. New players are welcome. More details from the club: (07) 4163-3363. South Burnett Autism Support Group - Kingaroy The South Burnett Autism Support Group will be holding its first Friday of the month meeting at SB Care opposite Super IGA in Avoca Street, Kingaroy at 7:00pm this evening. New members are always welcome! More details? Phone Jenni on (07) 4171-0096 or Jenny on (07) 4164-1107 Too Ezy - Kingaroy Popular South Burnett entertainers Too Ezy will be performing at the Carrollee Hotel in King Street, Kingaroy from 7:30pm until late tonight. Admission is free. More details from the hotel on (07) 4162-1055. Country Music Night - Nanango An informal Country Music Night will be held at the Uniting Church Hall in Gipps Street, Nanango at 7:30pm tonight. The get-together is open to both spectators and performers, and the $2 entry fee includes supper. Everyone is welcome! Friday Morning Bingo - Kingaroy The Endeavour Foundation will be running bingo games at Kingaroy RSL from 10:00am this morning (eyes down at 10:30am). There'll be four jackpots on offer, along with book games and raffles, and proceeds will go to help people with an intellectual disability. Everyone is welcome. More details? Phone Endeavour's Kingaroy Kitchen on (07) 4162-2254 Friday Night Sax - Wondai The South Burnett's very own "Sultan Of Sax" Tom McKenzie will be playing at the Wondai Hotel & Cellars in Haly Street, Wondai from 6:00pm until late tonight. Dinner will be available in the Cellar's restaurant from 6:00pm onwards and pizzas will also be availble too. More details or bookings: phone (07) 4168-5274. Friday Social Golf - Kingaroy The Kingaroy Golf Club on the Bunya Highway at Kingaroy will holding their regular Friday 9-ers 9 hole social golfing sessions for men and women from 8:00am until dusk today. Everyone is most welcome (including non-members) and green fees are $11 for members or $14 for non-members for the nine holes - but this also includes a card draw for prizes in the clubhouse in the evening (there's also a Jackpot card draw on the last Friday of each month). More details? Phone the Golf Club on (07) 4162-1720 Friday Night Live - Murgon The South Burnett PCYC in Macalister Street, Murgon will be holding their latest "Friday Night Live" from 6:00pm to 9:00pm this evening. Friday Night Live is open to all primary school and high school students and the get-together features music and a range of fun activities that may include any or all of the following: a jumping castle, crazy hair, ten pin bowling, dodge ball, basketball, cricket, pool tables, Xbox games, karaoke, stadium games, face painting, noodle wars, art, sport and much more. Food and soft drinks are available from the PCYC canteen and free bus travel is available from Goomeri and Wondai. Admission is just $5 per head for PCYC members and $7 for non-members. You can find out more details by phoning the PCYC on (07) 4168-1889. Blue Light Skating - Nanango The Nanango Blue Light Disco committee will be holding a Family Skating Night at the Nanango Skating Rink in George Street, Nanango from 6:00pm to 9:00pm tonight. A canteen will be operating and admission is $5, which includes skate hire. More details? Phone Nanango Police on (07) 4163-1211. South Burnett Pantry - Kingaroy The South Burnett Pantry will be open from 11:00am to 1:00pm today at 22 Stolzenberg Road 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 $35 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 Joane on (0427) 496-684 or Ruth on (0447) 812-789. PS: If you'd like to help The Pantry in any way - either by volunteering or donating goods - please contact Joanne or Ruth about this too, or visit the website. World Day Of Prayer - Kingaroy St John's Lutheran Church in Youngman Street, Kingaroy, is hosting a World Day Of Prayer service from 10:00am today. The interdenominational event will involve representatives from six local churches as well as students from Kingaroy State High School, St Mary's Catholic College and St John's Lutheran School. The theme for this year's World Day Of Prayer is "Do You Know What I Have Done To You?" and everyone is welcome. More details? Phone (07) 4162-3547. Meanwhile - in Nanango - Our Lady Help Of Christians Catholic Church will be hosting a similar service at 10:00am. Sr Genevieve Caffrey RSM will be a special guest speaker, and light refreshments will be served after the service. Jeff Hancox - Kingaroy The South Burnett's very own Elvis (aka Jeff Hancox) will be performing at Kingaroy RSL in Markwell Street, Kingaroy from 7:30pm to 11:30pm this evening. Admission is free and there'll be a whole lot of shakin' goin on. More details? Phone the RSL on (07) 4162-1755 Yarraman Ladies Bowls Club Meeting The Yarraman Ladies Bowls Club will be holding their regular monthly meeting at the Yarraman Bowls Club in Margaret Street, Yarraman at 9:00am this morning. New members are very welcome. More details? Phone (07) 4163-8389. March 7 19th Annual Yarraman Horse Ride The Yarraman Agricultural Society's 19th Annual Yarraman Horse Ride will be held in and around Yarraman today. The Ride is the second-biggest in the region (the other is the Kilkivan Great Horse Ride) and this year's event will feature two trails around the Yarraman district: a 20km ride and a 30km ride. The rides will leave the Showgrounds around 7:30am and return at around 4:45pm. In the evening, and they'll be followed by a programme of live entertainment which will run from 7:00pm until around midnight, along with meals and a bar. Admission to the Ride is $20 (which includes the evening entertainment programme) and there'll be overnight camping facilities and hot showers available at the Showgrounds too, including a burger dinner on Friday night; breakfast and dinner on Saturday; and a recovery breakfast on Sunday morning. Riders and spectators are both very welcome. Note: The rides are suitable for all ages, but no stallions or dogs are allowed to take part. More details? Phone 0438-638-506 St Marys P&F Protea Flower Fundraiser A Protea Flower Fundraiser for St Mary's P&F will be held at Kingaroy Shoppingworld from 8:30am to 12:00 noon this morning (or even earlier, if sold out). South Burnett Woodcrafters - Kingaroy The South Burnett Woodcrafters will be holding their regular Saturday morning meeting at their clubhouse, which is located behind the Kingaroy Visitor Information Centre in Haly Street from 8:00am to around mid-day today. The group is for woodworking enthusiasts and new members are always welcome. More details? Phone Lee on (0427) 720-839 or Dick on (0432) 893-050 or visit the website. Country Music Night - Wondai Country music performers Kelvin, Errol and Glen Wiley and their mother Shirley Kehl - plus many other guest artists - will be getting together at the Wondai Diggers Club in Mackenzie Street, Wondai from 5:00pm until late this evening in a fundraising concert for the Queensland Cancer Council. This will be Shirley Kehl's last performance after the sudden death of her husband Viv last September, and also the end of the annual concerts the couple used to arrange at the Diggers Club. All fans and friends are encouraged to come along for a great night of contry music and memories. Bowls Club Bingo - Kingaroy The Kingaroy Bowls Club at 141 Youngman St, Kingaroy will be running bingo matches from 7:30pm this evening with over $1000 in prizes on offer. More details from the club on (07) 4162-1404 South West - Kingaroy Entertainers South West will be performing at the Kingaroy RSL in Markwell Street, Kingaroy from 7:30pm to 11:30pm this evening. Admission is free. More details? Phone the RSL on (07) 4162-1755 57th Annual Proston Show The 57th annual Proston Show will be held at Proston Showgrounds on the Proston-Boondooma Road just west of town from 8:00am this morning through until around 10:00pm tonight. The Proston Show is always a big event in the western South Burnett and beef cattle will be a particular focus today because Rockhampton isn't far away, Today's activities will get underway with horse-riding events, stud cattle judging and competitions for junior judges and young handlers shortly after the gates open. This will be followed a Championship Dog Show kicking off at around 8:30am; and then with show jumping, poultry judging and prime trade cattle judging at 9:00am. Then at 9:30am there'll be wood-chopping and post-ripping, including the famous Proston Post-Ripping Challenge that's always fun to see. This will be followed at 11:00am with the presentation of the Prime Trade Show Awards, and then the Proston Stockman's Classic at noon. The official opening and Miss Showgirl presentation will be held at 1:30pm and this will be followed by the Grand Parade at 2:00pm along with more award presentations, including Stud Beef Grand Champion. Other great things to look out for at this year's Show include Viv and Maurie's Shearing Shed with bottle-feeding of lambs; pavilion displays; sideshow rides; clown shows; and a Whip-Cracking Competition and demos at 4:00pm. In the evening there'll also be live entertainment provided by DJ Hams (including open karaoke from 7:00pm) and up and coming country soloist Bridget O'Shannessy, plus a Giant Fireworks Show at 7:00pm. In addition, the Show Society will be running a canteen, BBQ and bar from 10:00am onwards. Admission to today's Show is $10 for adults, $5 for high school students and $3 for primary school students (under-5s are admitted free). A family pass for two adults and any number of children is also available for $25. More details? Contact Show Society secretary Glenda McArdle on 0423-612-971; or the Proston PA&H Society (at the grounds on Show day) on 0428-689-329. International Women's Day Dinner - Kingaroy The Kingaroy Quota Club will be holding an International Women's Day Dinner at the Kingaroy Senior Citizens Centre at the corner of Avoca and Kingaroy Streets in Kingaroy (opposite Super IGA) from 6:00pm onwards this evening. GP, skin specialist and University of Queensland lecturer Dr Isabelle Jonsson-Lear, and Red Earth Foundation chair Georgie Somerset will be special guest speakers. There'll also be a raffle, auction and prizes. Tickets are $45 per person - or $240 for a table of six - for a two course dinner, tea and coffee. Tickets can be obtained from Office Central in Haly Street, Kingaroy or by phoning Rebecca on 0447-222-446 or Alison on (07) 4162-3582 by February 28. Dance - Inverlaw Hall A dance will be held at Inverlaw Hall on the Burrandowan Road (roughly 20km from Kingaroy) from 8:00pm until late this evening. Music will be supplied by Chattanooga and and there'll be the usual great supper and novelties, along with a big Lucky Door draw. Admission fees are $10.00 for adults, $3.00 for high school students and everyone is welcome! More details? Phone David on (0459) 228-882. Alfie Langer Dinner - Kumbia The Kumbia Hotel will be hosting a special dinner for "The Little General" Alfie Langer at 6:00pm this evening. This will be a pig-on-a-spit get-together and tickets are $30 per head for adults, $15 for children (under 7s are free). They can be booked by phoning the hotel on (07) 4164-4111. Nanango Country Markets The Nanango Show Society will be holding their regular monthly Country Markets at the Nanango Showgrounds in Cairns Street from 6:00am to around 12:00 noon today. As usual, the markets will feature a wide variety of craft stalls, new and used goods, plants, poultry and pets. The Nanango Markets are the largest rural market in south east Queensland and routinely attract 320 to 420 stallholders. But new stallholders are always very welcome too! More info? Phone the Market Co-Ordinator on (0427) 631-273 during business hours. Saturday Cricket The fifteenth round of the South Burnett's A Grade cricket competition will be played in Nanango and Murgon today. It's the last A grade round before the semi-finals (which will be held next week), so teams will be particularly keen to score a win. In Nanango, the home team will play Wondai at the Nanango Cricket Grounds; and in Murgon, the home team will play Warriors at the Murgon Cricket Grounds in Macalister Street. Meanwhile, in the Semi Final of this year's B Grade competition, the mighty Kumbia Rattlers will take on the equally mighty Murgon Colts in what promises to be a very interesting match. Finally, the U12s and U14s Junior Cricket Finals will be played in Nanango today. The U12s final - Nanango v Murgon - will be played at Nanango State School from 8:30am. And the U14s final, between Nanango and the Kingaroy Jaguars, will be played at the Nanango Soccer Grounds from 8:15am. Spectators and supporters are very welcome at all games. Art Exhibition Opening - Kingaroy After being closed for renovations during February, the Kingaroy Art Gallery in Haly Street (opposite the peanut silos) will be opening their March exhibition with a wine and cheese tasting at 10:30am this morning. This month the gallery will be featuring "Tole'd by Paper" by well-known Kingaroy paper tole artist Rosemarie Matthews-Frederick in the main gallery, along with some works executed by her students. And in Gallery 2, it will be showcasing "Unclaimed and Unknown Art", a quirky exhibition of artworks that were recently "rediscovered" during a clean-up of the Gallery's stockroom. Meanwhile, Gallery 3 will be providing information about the "Dual Arts: Art Versus Photography" project currently being undertaken in the region by artist Lee Porter and photographer Sherrianne Talon, along with forms which will allow visitors to nominate iconic South Burnett sites they'd like to see included in this unique venture. After this morning's opening all three exhibitions will remain on display from 9:00am to 4:30pm on weekdays and 10:00am to 4:00pm on weekends until March 28. Admission is free and everyone is welcome! March 8 Murgon CBD Markets The monthly Murgon Markets will be held in Lamb Street in the heart of Murgon from 7:00am until around 12:00 noon today. The markets offer locally-made crafts, foods and produce and are always an interesting Sunday morning out. New stall-holders are always welcome too! More details? Phone Richie on (07) 4168-1915 or Joan (07) 4168-6116. Murgon Junior Rugby League Sign-On A sign-on for Murgon Junior Rugby League will be held at the Muyrgon footy grounds in Macalister Street from 2:00pm to 4:00pm this afternoon. New players are very welcome! 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. Timbertown Woodworkers Group Meeting The Timbertown Woodworkers group will be holding their regular Sunday morning meeting at the Blackbutt Showgrounds in Bowman Road, Blackbutt from 8:30am until around 12:00 noon 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 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. Pink Soccer Day - Wondai Girls! Have you ever thought about playing soccer? Do you want to learn more or refresh your skills? Football South Burnett has organised a free “girls only” training day for women and girls aged 12 and over. It will be held at the Wondai Soccer Grounds north of the CBD from 9:00am this morning. Read more about it on our website South Burnett U19s vs Lockyer Valley - Kingaroy Cricket fans looking for a bit of Sunday fun should get to Lyle Vidler Oval in Youngman Street, Kingaroy today. The South Burnett U19s will be taking on Lockyer Valley to decide the winner of the Falconer Shield. Wondai Diggers Club AGM The Wondai Diggers' Memorial & Citizens Club will be holding their Annual General Meeting at the club at 87 Mackenzie Street, Wondai at 12:30pm this afternoon. All members are very welcome to attend. March 9 Monday Evening Bingo - Blackbutt Bingo games will be held at Nukku Nook at the head of the Blackbutt Rail Trail in Hart Street, Blackbutt from 7:00pm this evening (eyes down at 7:30pm sharp). These weekly bingo nights are a fundraiser for the Blackbutt and District Tourism and Heritage Association and everyone is welcome! More details? Phone Noeleen on (07) 4163-0413 or send her an email. Wondai Swimming Club 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! More details? Phone Lainie on (0411) 024-834. Wondai SES Meeting The Wondai SES will be holding their regular Monday night training session at their shed in McCord Street, Wondai from 5:00pm to 7:00pm. Anyone from the Wondai and Tingoora areas who's interested in joining the SES or just finding out more about what's involved is very welcome to come along. More details? Phone Dean on (0409) 480-553 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. SBCOnShow Meeting - Murgon The South Burnett & Cherbourg On Show festival committee will be holding their second meeting for 2015 from 10:30am to 12:30pm this morning at the old Murgon Shire Council Chambers in Stephens Street West, Murgon to work on planning this year's October long weekend event. All interested people are very welcome to attend. More details? Phone Dafyd on (07) 4162-3899. Timbertowns Touch Competition - Blackbutt The fifth week of the Blackbutt-Yarraman Rugby League Club's touch football competition will get underway tonight at the Blackbutt rugby league grounds (ie Ian “Bunny” Pearce Oval), with Juniors (aged 5-14 years) kicking off at 5:00pm followed by Opens (men's, women's and mixed teams) at 6:00pm. This is a six-a-side competition and it will conclude next Monday night. Cost is $5 per person per game, and food and drinks will be available at the ground. Nanango Men's Shed The Nanango Men's Shed at the corner of Mt Stanley Road and Heathermore Lane, Nanango will be open from 8:30am to 12:30pm today (and also on Wednesdays). New members are very welcome! More details? Phone Ben on 0491-102-087 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 (opposite Shoppingworld) 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 and public 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. Kingaroy SES Training Night The Kingaroy SES will be holding their regular Monday night training session at the Kingaroy SES headquarters in Glendon Street, Kingaroy (next to Kingaroy X-Ray) from 7:00pm to 9:00pm this evening. New members are always very welcome. More details? Phone 0428-741-274 Yarraman Ladies Bowls Club Meeting The Yarraman Ladies Bowls Club will be holding their regular monthly meeting at the Yarraman Bowls Club in Margaret Street, Yarraman at 9:00am this morning. New members are very welcome. More details? Phone (07) 4163-8389. March 10 Country Crafters Meeting - Blackbutt The Blackbutt Country Crafters will be holding their regular Tuesday morning meeting at the Uniting Church Hall in Coulson Street, Blackbutt from 9:30am to 2:00pm today. The group caters for people interested in crafts and new members are always welcome. More details? Phone June on (07) 4170-0054 or Roslyn on (07) 4163-0682 Gallipoli, A Manual Of Trench Warfare - Kingaroy The South Burnett Regional Council will be presenting the acclaimed stage show "Gallipoli, A Manual Of Trench Warfare" at the Kingaroy Town Hall in Glendon Street, Kingaroy at 7:30pm tonight (doors open at 6:45pm). The show is being brought to the region by Jally Entertainment, the same group that bought the highly successful "Calendar Girls" production to the South Burnett last year. Tickets are $30 for adults or $25 for concessions, and can be obtained from Council Customer Service Centres, Thorps Jewellers in Kingaroy Shoppingworld or at the door tonight. Nanango Scout Club Meeting The Nanango Scout Club - which meets every Tuesday night during school terms - will be holding its regular weekly meeting at the Scout Den at 40 Henry Street, Nanango (just next to the police station) from 5:30pm to around 7:00pm tonight. The group currently has three sections in operation: Joeys (for children aged 6 to 8 years); Cubs (8-11 years); and Scouts (11-15 years). New members are always very welcome, and so are new leaders and youth members for all sections. More details? Phone Shirley Masnata on (07) 4163-7455 or send her an email. Indoor Bowls - Nanango The Nanango Indoor Bowls Association will be holding their regular weekly indoor bowls matches at the Nanango Cultural Centre in George Street, Nanango at 7:00pm this evening (matches start at 7:30pm sharp). New players are always very welcome. More details? Phone Keith on (07) 4163-1522 or Denise on (07) 4163-2263 Tuesday Social Dancing - Kingaroy A social dance featuring Old Time and New Vogue styles will be held at the CWA Hall in Kingaroy Street, Kingaroy between 6:00pm and 9:00pm this evening. Admission is $5, which includes tea and a light supper. More details? Phone Derrick on (07) 4163-6294 Danny's Diner - Kingaroy Danny's Diner - a free community dinner - will be held at the Uniting Church Hall at the corner of Alford and Youngman streets in Kingaroy from 5:30pm to 7:00pm tonight. The dinner is an initiative of the Kingaroy District Ministry Association and is for the benefit of anyone who's hungry or otherwise doing it tough. While an RSVP isn't essential, it would be appreciated to help plan the catering. You can make one by phoning Lenelle on (07) 4162-8482. You can also read more about Danny's Diner on our website. South Burnett Chorale - Kingaroy The South Burnett Chorale will be holding their regular Tuesday practice night at the Church of Christ Hall at the corner of Haly and Burnett Streets in Kingaroy from 7:30pm to 9:30pm this evening. The Chorale meets every Tuesdy night during school terms, and new members are always very welcome! More details? Phone (07) 4162-1332 or send them an email. 2015 Wine & Food In The Park Meeting The Wine & Food In The Park Festival Committee will be holding their final planning meeting for the 2015 Festival (which will be held at Memorial Park in Kingaroy this Saturday, March 14) at the South Burnett Enterprise Centre at 6 Cornish Street, Kingaroy at 5:30pm this evening. Anyone who'd like to get involved in this popular annual festival is very welcome to attend. More details? Phone Dafyd on (07) 4162-3899. Kingaroy-Memerambi RSL Sub-Branch AGM The Kingaroy-Memerambi RSL Sub-Branch will be holding their Annual General Meeting in the Anzac Room of Kingaroy RSL in Markwell Street, Kingaroy at 5:00pm this evening. All financial members of the sub-branch are requested to attend. Kingaroy Men's Shed The Kingaroy Men's Shed will be open from 9:00am to 12:00 noon and 2:00pm to 4:00pm today behind the Salvation Army's headquarters at 44 Alford Street in Kingaroy. The shed is open to all men who'd enjoy the companionship of other men while undertaking woodwork, metalwork or similar projects or who'd just enjoy a chat. More details? Phone the Salvos on (07) 4162-5246. Indoor Bowls - Yarraman The Yarraman Indoor Bowls Club will be holding their regular Tuesday morning meeting at the Lutheran Hall in McDaniell Street, Yarraman from 9:00am onwards today (bowls start around 9:30am and wrap up around 11:45am). New members are always very welcome! More details? Phone Alison on 0417-263-757 or (07) 4163-8087 March 11 Murgon Rotary Club Meeting The Murgon Rotary Club will be holding their regular Wednesday evening dinner meeting at the Murgon Services Club in Lamb Street, Murgon from 6:30pm onwards tonight (meeting starts at 7:00pm). New members are always welcome! More details? Phone (07) 4168-1180. Nanango Country Quilters & Crafts Group The Nanango Country Quilters And Crafts group meet every Wednesday at the Nanango Cultural Centre in George Street, Nanango between 9:00am to 2:00pm. Members can get to pursue a wide variety of crafts at these informal gatherings and the $4 meeting fee includes morning tea (but BYO cup and lunch). There's also usually a raffle as well. New members are very welcome! More details? Phone Andrea on (07) 4163-1607 or Tricia on (07) 4171-0124. Timbertown Woodworkers Group Meeting The Timbertown Woodworkers group will be holding their regular Wednesday morning meeting at the Blackbutt Showgrounds in Bowman Road, Blackbutt from 8:30am until around 12:00 noon 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 Wednesday Night Judo - Murgon The Murgon Judo Club will be holding its regular Wednesday training night at the Salvation Army Hall in Macalister Street, Murgon this evening. Junior classes will run from 4:30pm to 5:30pm and seniors from 6:00pm to 7:30pm. Class fees are $4 for juniors and $6 for seniors. More details? Phone Stan on (07) 4168-3104 or (0414) 404-004 Goomeri SES Meeting The Goomeri SES will be holding their regular Wednesday night training session at the SES Building in Dickinson Park, Goomeri from 6:30pm to around 8:30pm tonight. Anyone from the Goomeri 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 Steve Kay on 0429-836-572 or Ray on (07) 4168-4150. Yarraman Comunity Council Meeting The Yarraman Comunity Council will be hgolding a meeting at the Yarraman Memorial Hall in Browne Street, Yarraman at 5:30pm this evening to discuss the group's future. Several comittee members are stepping down and people who'd like to take up their posts would be very welcome. Nanango Men's Shed The Nanango Men's Shed at the corner of Mt Stanley Road and Heathermore Lane, Nanango will be open from 8:30am to 12:30pm today (and also on Mondays). New members are very welcome! More details? Phone Ben on 0491-102-087 Man Cave - Kingaroy The Sister Dolores Carroll Training Centre at St Mary's Catholic College at 10 Kent Street in Kingaroy will be transforming into a "Man's Cave" between 6:30pm and 10:00pm tonight. Qualified instructors will be demonstrating the use of all the equipment in the centre - great stuff like lathes, drills etc - and if you're a man interested in restoring or manufacturing wood or metal products and socialising with other men who have similar interests, then this could be the place for you! (similar to a Men's Shed, but with a lot more gear). There's no charge to come along and it's completely non-religious. More details? Phone Mark Richard on 0404-851-134. South Burnett Regional Council Meeting - Kingaroy The South Burnett Regional Council will be holding its third general meeting for 2015 at the Glendon Street Council Chambers in Kingaroy at 9:00am this morning. Meetings are open to the public. Wondai Senior Citizens Club Meeting The Wondai Senior Citizens Club will be holding their second Wednesday of the month meeting at the Wondai Diggers Club at 87 Mackenzie Street, Wondai from 1:00pm this afternoon. The $2 meeting fee includes afternoon tea, a singalong, card games, bingo and beatles with small prizes, and membership is only $5 a year. The club also organises occasional bus trips. New members are always welcome, and you can obtain more details by phoning Graham on (07) 4168-5598. Kingaroy Girl Guides Meeting The Kingaroy Girl Guides Troop will be meeting at the Guides Hut in Mant Street, Kingaroy this afternoon. U9s will meet from 4:00pm to 5:30pm, and seniors (ages 10-18) from 5:30pm to 7:30pm. The Girl Guides meet weekly during school terms and new members are always welcome! More details? Phone Amanda on (07) 4162-8215 or 0417-076-756 Indoor Bowls & Cards Day - Kingaroy The Kingaroy Senior Citizens Club will be hosting indoor bowls and cards (500) competitions at its centre on the corner of Avoca and Kingaroy Streets, Kingaroy between 9:00am and 4:00pm today. Indoor bowls competitions commence at 9:00am and cards at around 1:00pm, and the $2 admission includes a cup of tea. Everyone is welcome. For more details phone (07) 4163-6191. March 12 Yarraman Over 50s Club Meeting The Yarraman Over 50s Club will be holding their regular second Thursday of the month meeting at Kitty Cook House in Emmett Street. Yarraman from 9:00am this morning. The Over 50s Cloub is an active social group with around 40 members and meeting days can include activities such as cards, exercises, and choir practice, as well as lunch. The group also organise occasional bus trips. New members are always very welcome, and you can obtain more details by phoning Dale on (07) 4163-8375. Thursday Farmer's Markets - Kingaroy Growing The Burnett will be holding their Mid-Week Markets in Kingaroy today. The markets feature fresh food and crafts produced exclusively in the South Burnett, and are held in O'Neill Square in Haly Street, Kingaroy between 12:00 noon and 6:30pm. You can read more about them on our website. Note: If you'd like to book a stall, phone Brian on (0417) 756-528. You can also find out more information on Growing The Burnett's Facebook page Taras Hall Bingo - Nanango Bingo games will be held at Taras Hall immediately next to Nanango RSL in Henry Street, Nanango at 9:00am this morning (doors open at 9:00am; eyes down at 10:00am sharp). Everyone is welcome! More details? Phone the RSL on (07) 4163-1375. Murgon Services & Citizens Memorial Club AGM The Murgon & District Services & Citizens Memorial Club will be holding their Annual General Meeting in the Diggers Room at the club in Lamb Street, Murgon at 7:30pm this evening. All members are very welcome to attend. St Joseph's Bingo - Murgon St Joseph's Parish Hall in Angel Avenue, Murgon will be hosting bingo games from 7:30pm this evening. There'll be $1000 in prizes on offer as well as a canteen and lucky bingo tickets. Proceeds will go to aid St Joseph's school and community works. Mayor's Charity Breakfast RSVP Deadline Today is the last day you can RSVP to attend the Mayor's Community Charity Breakfast being held at Nanango RSL next Friday morning, March 20 (see entry that day for all details). MBDA Breakfast Meeting - Murgon The Murgon Business & Development Association will be holding a breakfast meeting from 6:30am to 8:30am this morning at Raj's Cafe in Lamb Street, Myrgon. SBRC Mayor Wayne Kratzmann will be a special guest speaker. Tickets are $15 for a full buffet breakfast and everyone is welcome, but RSVP's are essential to assist with catering. You can make one by phoning Margaret on (07) 4168-2922 or by emailing her Proston SES Training Night The Proston SES group will be meeting at their shed at the corner of Collingwood and Nelson Streets in Proston at 6:30pm this evening for their regular weekly training night. New members are very welcome! Kumbia Progress Association Meeting The Kumbia Progress Association will be holding its 2nd Thursday of the month meeting at the Kumbia QCWA Rooms in Bell Street at 7:30pm tonight, preceded by an optional dinner at the Kumbia Hotel at 6:00pm. The KPA is a relaxed, happy and informal small group and all interested people are very welcome to come along. More details? Phone Secretary Rita on (07) 4164-4130 (a/hrs). Murgon RSL Bingo The Murgon Services Club in Lamb Street, Murgon will be holding bingo games in the club's premises from 10:30am until around 12:30pm this morning. There's no admission fee, a $700 jackpot prize and new players are very welcome! More details? Phone the club on (07) 4168-1819. Country Music Night - Nanango An informal Country Music Night will be held at the Uniting Church Hall in Gipps Street, Nanango at 7:30pm tonight. The get-together is open to both spectators and performers, and the $2 entry fee includes supper. Everyone is welcome! Brad Buckley - Nanango South Burnett entertainer Brad Buckley from popular local band Too Ezy will be performing solo at the Nanango RSL in Henry Street, Nanango from 6:00pm until late tonight. Admission is free. More details from the RSL on (07) 4163-1375. Thursday Evening Futsal - Kingaroy Futsal matches in Juniors, Youth and Seniors divisions will be held at the Kingaroy State High School Sports Auditorium from 3:45pm onwards this afternoon. Spectators are very welcome. More details? Phone Debbie Ovens at KSHS on (07) 4160-0666. March 13 Friday Night Sax - Wondai The South Burnett's very own "Sultan Of Sax" Tom McKenzie will be playing at the Wondai Hotel & Cellars in Haly Street, Wondai from 6:00pm until late tonight. Dinner will be available in the Cellar's restaurant from 6:00pm onwards and pizzas will also be availble too. More details or bookings: phone (07) 4168-5274. Friday Morning Bingo - Kingaroy The Endeavour Foundation will be running bingo games at Kingaroy RSL from 10:00am this morning (eyes down at 10:30am). There'll be four jackpots on offer, along with book games and raffles, and proceeds will go to help people with an intellectual disability. Everyone is welcome. More details? Phone Endeavour's Kingaroy Kitchen on (07) 4162-2254 Blue Light Disco - Nanango The Nanango Blue Light Disco committee will be holding their second monthly U18s Blue Light Disco for 2015 at the Nanango Skating Rink in George Street, Nanango from 6:00pm to 8:00pm tonight. There'll be a fully equipped DJ providing the beats, plus games and prizes, and a canteen will be operating too. Admission is $5. More details? Phone Nanango Police on (07) 4163-1211. Coverty Creek Social Club Meeting The Coverty Creek Comunity Development and Social Club will be holding its regular Friday night social gathering at the Red Shed at 198 Coverty Road, Coverty from 5:00pm until around 10:00pm tonight. There'll be a $2.50 sausage sizzle and drinks will be available, along with free coffee and tea. Everyone is welcome! More details? Phone Gavin on (07) 4168-9574 or send him an email. 15th Annual Maidenwell Folk Gathering The 15th annual Maidenwell Folk Gathering will get underway around 6:00pm this evening at the Maidenwell Hotel in Maidenwell, starting a weekend-long party that won't conclude until Sunday evening, March 15. The Folk Gathering is a pure folk music event (ie fully acoustic - no electrics are allowed) and because of this has built up a very loyal following over the years. Last year the Gathering attracted in excess of 200 people with virtually zero publicity and organisers are hoping for an even bigger crowd this year. The Festival itself is completely free to attend and there's also free camping available around the hotel if you want to stay overnight. Lots of great food will be available too but no BYO is allowed - you'll need to get your supplies from the Maidenwell Hotel if you want to party hard. More details? Contact the hotel on (07) 4164-6133 South Burnett Pantry - Kingaroy The South Burnett Pantry will be open from 11:00am to 1:00pm today at 22 Stolzenberg Road 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 $35 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 Joane on (0427) 496-684 or Ruth on (0447) 812-789. PS: If you'd like to help The Pantry in any way - either by volunteering or donating goods - please contact Joanne or Ruth about this too, or visit the website. Blackbutt History Morning The Blackbutt and District Tourism and Heritage Association will be holding a History Morning at Nukku Nook opposite the skate park in Hart Street, Blackbutt from 9:30am to around 12:00 noon this morning. The focus of this month's meeting will be guest speaker Graham Gilliland from Brisbane, who will be speaking to Phil Dunn, founder of the RAAF Roulettes. The morning is free and a great cuppa will be available for a gold coin donation. Everyone is welcome to come along and interact with long-time residents of the Blackbutt and Benarkin districts! More details? Phone Iris on 0418-741-254, send her an email or visit the BDTHA website Friday Afternoon Scroungers - Nanango The Nanango Bowls Club in Henry Street will be holding their reglar Friday Afternoon Scroungers at 3:00pm. New players are welcome. More details from the club: (07) 4163-3363. Too Ezy Unplugged - Kingaroy The Too Ezy Acoustic Duo (Brad Buckley and Tony Cisneros, acompanied by percussionist Dana Stewart) will be performing at the Broadway Hotel in Kingaroy Street, Kingaroy from 7:30pm until late tonight. Admission is free. More details from the hotel on (07) 4162-1815. Wondai & District Garden Club Meeting The Wondai & District Garden Club will be holding its monthly meeting at Cath and Kevin Routledge's residence at 217 Lysdale Road, Wondai at 9:30am this morning (meeting starts at 10:00am). Potential new members are always welcome, but please bring your own chair, cup and plate of morning tea. Friday Social Golf - Kingaroy The Kingaroy Golf Club on the Bunya Highway at Kingaroy will holding their regular Friday 9-ers 9 hole social golfing sessions for men and women from 8:00am until dusk today. Everyone is most welcome (including non-members) and green fees are $11 for members or $14 for non-members for the nine holes - but this also includes a card draw for prizes in the clubhouse in the evening (there's also a Jackpot card draw on the last Friday of each month). More details? Phone the Golf Club on (07) 4162-1720 7 Sopranos - Kingaroy The 7 Sopranos will be performing in concert at Kingaroy Town Hall in Glendon Street, Kingaroy at 7:30pm this evening. Tickets are $60 for adults or $55 for concessions. Tickets can be booked by phoning 1300 762-545 or online. Country Music Night - Nanango An informal Country Music Night will be held at the Uniting Church Hall in Gipps Street, Nanango at 7:30pm tonight. The get-together is open to both spectators and performers, and the $2 entry fee includes supper. Everyone is welcome! CROW-FM 90.7 On-Air Auction For Charlotte The Emu The Charlotte The Emu Memorial Committee and CROW-FM 90.7 will be holding an on-air auction on The Brekky Show between 6:00am and 9:00am this morning to help raise the final funds the committee needs to erect a permanent steel sculpture memorial to Wondai's beloved (and now departed) town emu. There'll be a great range of items up for grabs including dinners, family photo shoots, jewellery, artwork ... even a rare and valuable original Beatles tea-towel from the 1960s. And if the Emu Memorial Comittee cross their fund-raising line, you can expect to hear some very loud noises too. Tune in for fun or make a bid or both - it's what the South Burnett is really all about! Note: You can get a complete list of all the items that will be offered in this morning's auction on our website. March 14 Yarraman Markets The Yarraman Progress Association's Yarraman Markets will be held on the vacant block at the corner of the D'Aguilar and New England Highways in Yarraman from 7:00am until around 12:00 noon today (ie opposite Bendigo Bank). The markets feature trash and treasure stalls, car boot sellers, local produce and hand-made goods, as well as food stalls, and are held on the second Saturday of every month. Everyone is welcome and if you'd like to book a stall yourself - it's only $5! - call Joe on (0459) 638-282 Pre-Season Rugby League - Nanango South Burnett Rugby League is starting to gear up ahead of the start of the main competition, and a series of pre-season games will be played at Nanango’s Fred Kassulke Oval today. Games will start at 9:00am with U6s and will run through all age groups before a Seniors match between Murgon and Cherbourg is played under lights at 7:00pm. The U18 and Seniors games are selection trials for the 47th Battalion U20s and Seniors teams, but the rest are just for fun. You can get the full games schedule on our website. Family Film Night - Blackbutt The Blackbutt-Benarkin Community Council will be holding a Family Film Night at the Blackbutt Memorial Hall in Coulson Street at 6:00pm tonight. The feature film will be The Lego Movie (PG) (which will begin screening at 6:30pm) and there'll be slushies, popcorn and potato crisps available at the canteen. Admission is $5 for U16s, $8 for over-16s or $25 for a family pass (one adult and 4 children). Everyone is welcome! South Burnett Woodcrafters - Kingaroy The South Burnett Woodcrafters will be holding their regular Saturday morning meeting at their clubhouse, which is located behind the Kingaroy Visitor Information Centre in Haly Street from 8:00am to around mid-day today. The group is for woodworking enthusiasts and new members are always welcome. More details? Phone Lee on (0427) 720-839 or Dick on (0432) 893-050 or visit the website. Seafood Buffet - Murgon Sakina's Seafood Buffet - which is held on the 2nd Saturday of each month - will be running at the Saleyard Cafe on Gayndah Road at Murgon at 6:30pm this evening. This BYO buffet offers everything from fresh oysters to Moreton Bay bugs, crabs, prawns and cooked seafoods, but bookings are essential if you want to be sure of a seat: (07) 4168-5701. 15th Annual Maidenwell Folk Gathering The second day of the 15th annual Maidenwell Folk Gathering will get underway at around 10:00am this morning at the Maidenwell Hotel and continue right through until late tonight (there'll also be a final half day of folk music revelries tomorrow). The Folk Gathering is a pure folk music event (ie fully acoustic - no electrics are allowed) and because of this has built up a loyal following over the years. A highlight of today's Festival activities will be chalkboarding which will kick off during the afternoon. The Festival itself is completely free to attend and there's also free camping available around the hotel if you want to stay overnight. Lots of great food will be available too but no BYO is allowed - you'll need to get your supplies from the Maidenwell Hotel if you want to party really hard. More details? Contact the hotel on (07) 4164-6133 SBRC Surplus Goods Auction - Nanango The South Burnett Regional Council will be holding a Surplus Goods Auction at 9:00am this morning at the former Nanango Council Stores in Dalby Street, Nanango. Items up for grabs include lounges, assorted furniture, pavers, trailers, mowers, whipper snippers, chainsaws, fridges, freezers, commercial kitchen equipment, air conditioner recharge equipment, fencing, office equipment and lots more. A BBQ and cold drinks will be available (supplied by a local community group), photo ID will be required to get a bidders card and payment needs to be made by cash or cheque. 2015 Wine & Food In The Park Festival The 16th annual Wine & Food In The Park Festival will be held at Memorial Park in Haly Street, Kingaroy from 12:00 noon this morning through to 8:00pm tonight. The Festival has steadily grown over the years the biggest single festival held in the South Burnett as well as the region's most loved Autumn get-together, and this year's WAFITP promises to be bigger and better than ever. This year the Festival will feature all its regular attractions (such as the Giant Wine Tent, exotic Food Court, wet bar and a jam-packed program of live entertainment) along with several new things including an on-grounds Dinner Under The Stars (held last night); craft beers; several Central Burnett wineries alongside well-known local faces; and beer tent entertainment in addition to the main stage acts. The Festival's popular - and usually outrageous! - street performers will also be wending their way through the crowds all day, and there'll also be carnival rides for children on the grounds too. Admission is just $15 per head for adults (and under-18s can get in for free!). And after the Festival winds down most local entertainment venues in Kingaroy will be holding post-WAFITP parties for revellers who want to carry on into the night. You can find out anything else you'd like to know about this year's Wine & Food In The Park Festival (as well as see YouTube videos of many of the entertainers who'll be appearing there today) on the Festival's website. 2015 Murgon Show The gates will open at Murgon Showgrounds in Macalister Street, Murgon at 6:30am this morning for the second (and main) day of the 91st Annual Murgon Show. This year's Show will feature a very big range of cattle and horse events and things will move into full gear from 8:00am onwards with judging for stud cattle; led steers; prime cattle and poultry. There'll also be horse events for hacks, ponies and led horses in the main arena, along with a giant Dog Show (more than 400 entries); a bumper Sideshow Alley; pavilion and trade exhibits; and all the fun of a great Aussie fair. This year's Murgon Show will be officially opened at around 2:00pm in front of the grandstand, and there'll also be a spectacular fireworks display mid-way through the evening at around 7:30pm. Other things to look out for this year include Mal The Magician; the Target Fashion Parade; whip-cracking displays; Rodeo Reptiles; Col Noble; a Ute Show; Miss Showgirl and Miss Junior Showgirl; and a special "100 Years Of Anzac" school display. Admission to the Show is $12 for adults; $10 for concessions; or $35 for a family (2 adults plus dependent children). Pre-school age children are admitted free. More details? Phone the Murgon Show Society on (07) 4168-1427. Kumbia Races The Kumbia Race Club will be holding a Celebration Series Race Day at the Kumbia racetrack from about 9:00am this morning through until 5:00pm this afternoon. Today's event is a bonus race meeting and should attract a great crowd. As usual, the meeting will include a Fashions of the Field competition with prizes for the best-dressed man and woman and the most spectacular hat. There'll also be a bar, BBQ, and the Luncheon Hall in operation, along with the lively Wine & Cheese Bar plus full Sky-TV race meeting coverage and a vigorous betting ring. A special feature of the six-race card will be foot races for men, women and children for cash prizes. Admission is just $10 for adults and $5 for concessions, and a bus will be travelling from Kingaroy at 11:00am for $20 return, including entry (bookings at the Carrollee Hotel on (07) 4162-1055). More details? Contact the Kumbia Race Club Secretary on (07) 4163-7200. Saturday Cricket There's a big day of cricket coming up in the South Burnett today. In the A Grade competition, today's semi-final match at the Wondai cricket grounds between the Wondai Wolves and Kingaroy's RSL Services should be a nail-biter. Both teams are in fine form and the winner is anybody's guess - but whoever it is, they'll be facing off against Murgon in the season final at the Murgon Sportsgrounds next week in a bumper cricketing reunion day being planned by the Murgon Cricket Club. And in the B Grade Final that's being played at Lyle Vidler Oval in Kingaroy, the indomitable Kumbia Rattlers will be playing against the indefatigable Warriors for 2014-15 season honours. Again, the winner is anybody's guess - but spectators and supporters are very welcome at all games, and you should see some excellent cricket. Bowls Club Bingo - Kingaroy The Kingaroy Bowls Club at 141 Youngman St, Kingaroy will be running bingo matches from 7:30pm this evening with over $1000 in prizes on offer. More details from the club on (07) 4162-1404 QCWA Girls Craft Group - Kingaroy The QCWA Girls' Craft Group will be holding their second meeting for 2015 at the QCWA Rooms in Kingaroy Street, Kingaroy (just next to the RSL) from 1:00pm to 4:00pm this afternoon. The group is for girls aged 10 years and older, who can learn useful crafts and home skills such as sewing, knitting, crochet, cooking, healthy eating, catering and presentation under the supervision of QCWA ladies and a supervisor. There's a small $2 meeting charge to cover the cost of goods used, but all young girls are very welcome. You can obtain more details by contacting Lois on (07) 4162-3824 (or by emailing her) or Marilyn on (07) 4162-2397 (or by emailing her). Arthur Nettelfield - Kingaroy Popular South Burnett country rock entertainer Arthur Nettelfield will be performing at the Kingaroy RSL in Markwell Street, Kingaroy from 7:30pm to 11:30pm this evening. Admission is free. More details? Phone the RSL on (07) 4162-1755 Lions Garden & Country Lifestyle Expo The first day of the weekend-long Blackbutt-Benarkin Lions Garden and Country Lifestyle Expo will be held at the Blackbutt Sports Centre in Janice Court from 8:30am this morning until 5:00pm this afternoon. As was the case last year, the Expo will feature a range of garden and home-related displays from different exhibitors focussing on things as diverse as storage tanks, pumps, the latest in building materials and design, pottery, crafts, garden furniture and accessories, plants, livestock, patchwork and quilt-making, wood-working and wool-spinning. There'll also be children's activities and live entertainment too. Food, drink and billy tea and damper will also be available in the grounds, and admission is completely free. There's also plenty of parking available nearby for a gold coin donation. Everyone is welcome along! BBQ Dinner Dance - Booie Hall A BBQ dinner abd dance will be held at Booie Hall from 6:00pm until around 12:00pm this evening. The BBQ will kick off at 6:00pm with $5 burgers and a $2 sausage sizzle (BYO drinks and chair), followed by dancing from 8:00pm. Music will be supplied by Commodore and there'll be Old Time and New Vogue dancing along with the usual great supper, a raffle, and a lucky spot. Admission is $10 for adults or $5 for high school students and everyone is welcome! More details? Phone Kathy on (07) 4163-2741. Endurance Horse Rides - Cooyar The Toowoomba Endurance Horse Riders Association will be holding three rides from the Cooyar Showgrounds today: an 80km Endurance Ride (2:00pm start); a 20km Intro Ride (2:30pm start); and a 40/60km Elevator Training Ride (3:00pm start). More details can be obtained from a PDF flyer by clicking here. March 15 Rock & Roll Dance Lessons - Nanango Rock & Roll Dance Lessons will be held at the Heritage Pavilion inside Nanango Showgrounds in Cairns Street at 1:00pm this afternoon. The cost for a 2-hour lesson is $10 and beginners are very welcome. Classes are held fortnightly. More details? Phone Sue on 0418-759-330. 15th Annual Maidenwell Folk Gathering The third (and final) day of the 15th annual Maidenwell Folk Gathering will get underway around 10:00am this morning at the Maidenwell Hotel and continue right through until this afternoon. The Folk Gathering is a pure folk music event (ie fully acoustic - no electrics are allowed) and has built up a loyal following over the years. A highlight of today's Festival activities will be an open-air jam session at Coomba Falls. The Festival itself is completely free to attend and there's also free camping available around the hotel. Lots of great food will be available too but no BYO is allowed - you'll need to get your supplies from the Maidenwell Hotel if you want to party hard really hard. More details? Contact the hotel on (07) 4164-6133 Lions Garden & Country Lifestyle Expo The second (and final) day of the weekend-long Blackbutt-Benarkin Lions Garden and Country Lifestyle Expo will be held at the Blackbutt Sports Centre in Janice Court from 6:00am this morning until 2:00pm this afternoon. As was the case last year, the Expo will feature a range of garden and home-related displays from different exhibitors focussing on things as diverse as storage tanks, pumps, the latest in building materials and design, pottery, crafts, garden furniture and accessories, plants, livestock, patchwork and quilt-making, wood-working and wool-spinning. There'll also be children's activities and live entertainment too. Food, drink and billy tea and damper will also be available in the grounds, and admission is completely free. There's also plenty of parking available nearby for a gold coin donation. Everyone is welcome along! Blackbutt Lions Country Markets The Blackbutt Lions Country Markets - run on the third Sunday of every month - will be held next to the Blackbutt Community Hall in Coulson Street, Blackbutt from 7:00am until around mid-day today. The markets offer a wide range of locally produced arts, crafts and and freshly harvested foodstuffs and everyone is welcome along! 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. Timbertown Woodworkers Group Meeting The Timbertown Woodworkers group will be holding their regular Sunday morning meeting at the Blackbutt Showgrounds in Bowman Road, Blackbutt from 8:30am until around 12:00 noon 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 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. March 16 Childcare Centre Morning Tea - Cherbourg The Gundoo Day Care Centre at Cherbourg will be holding a morning tea at 10:00am today for parents, carers and citizens to have a yarn with the staff and provide ideas about how the Centre can better prepare children for the future. Everyone is welcome, and you can read more about this morning's get-together on our website. Yarraman Historical Society AGM The Yarraman and District Historical Society will be holding their Annual General Meeting at Heritage House in Millar Street, Yarraman at 7:00pm this evening. All interested people are welcome to attend. 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. 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 (opposite Shoppingworld) 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 and public 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. Wondai Swimming Club 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! More details? Phone Lainie on (0411) 024-834. Monday Evening Bingo - Blackbutt Bingo games will be held at Nukku Nook at the head of the Blackbutt Rail Trail in Hart Street, Blackbutt from 7:00pm this evening (eyes down at 7:30pm sharp). These weekly bingo nights are a fundraiser for the Blackbutt and District Tourism and Heritage Association and everyone is welcome! More details? Phone Noeleen on (07) 4163-0413 or send her an email. Timbertowns Touch Competition - Blackbutt The final week of the Blackbutt-Yarraman Rugby League Club's touch football competition will get underway tonight at the Blackbutt rugby league grounds (ie Ian “Bunny” Pearce Oval), with Juniors (aged 5-14 years) kicking off at 5:00pm followed by Opens (men's, women's and mixed teams) at 6:00pm. This is a six-a-side competition, and cost is $5 per person for the game. Food and drinks will be available at the ground. Kingaroy SES Training Night The Kingaroy SES will be holding their regular Monday night training session at the Kingaroy SES headquarters in Glendon Street, Kingaroy (next to Kingaroy X-Ray) from 7:00pm to 9:00pm this evening. New members are always very welcome. More details? Phone 0428-741-274 Nanango Men's Shed The Nanango Men's Shed at the corner of Mt Stanley Road and Heathermore Lane, Nanango will be open from 8:30am to 12:30pm today (and also on Wednesdays). New members are very welcome! More details? Phone Ben on 0491-102-087 Wondai SES Meeting The Wondai SES will be holding their regular Monday night training session at their shed in McCord Street, Wondai from 5:00pm to 7:00pm. Anyone from the Wondai and Tingoora areas who's interested in joining the SES or just finding out more about what's involved is very welcome to come along. More details? Phone Dean on (0409) 480-553 March 17 Kingaroy Writers Association Meeting The Kingaroy Writers' Association will be holding meeting between 9:30am and 12:30pm this morning at the Uniting Church Hall on the corner of Alford and Youngman Streets in Kingaroy. Members meet on the first and third Tuesdays of each month to share their work with other members and take part in writing and word exercises. Membership is $5 per annum and meetings are $2 to cover tea and coffee (bring a plate for a shared morning tea experience). New members are always very welcome! More details? Phone Barbara on (07) 4168-1675 Country Crafters Meeting - Blackbutt The Blackbutt Country Crafters will be holding their regular Tuesday morning meeting at the Uniting Church Hall in Coulson Street, Blackbutt from 9:30am to 2:00pm today. The group caters for people interested in crafts and new members are always welcome. More details? Phone June on (07) 4170-0054 or Roslyn on (07) 4163-0682 Tuesday Social Dancing - Kingaroy A social dance featuring Old Time and New Vogue styles will be held at the CWA Hall in Kingaroy Street, Kingaroy between 6:00pm and 9:00pm this evening. Admission is $5, which includes tea and a light supper. More details? Phone Derrick on (07) 4163-6294 Kingaroy & District Tennis Association AGM The Kingaroy & District Tennis Association will be holding their Annual General Meeting at the tennis club house in Oliver Bond Street, Kingaroy at 7:00pm this evening. All interested people are welcome to attend. Tuesday Night AFL Training The South Burnett Saints men's and women's AFL teams will be holding their regular Tuesday night training session at Lyle Vidler Oval in Youngman Street, Kingaroy at 5:45pm tonight. Extra women's players are very welcome, and so are spectators. Indoor Bowls - Nanango The Nanango Indoor Bowls Association will be holding their regular weekly indoor bowls matches at the Nanango Cultural Centre in George Street, Nanango at 7:00pm this evening (matches start at 7:30pm sharp). New players are always very welcome. More details? Phone Keith on (07) 4163-1522 or Denise on (07) 4163-2263 Proston Over 50s Club Meeting The Proston Over 50s Club will be holding their regular third Tuesday of the month meeting and social at the Proston Town Hall in Rodney Street from 10:00am onwards today. The $2 admission fee includes morning tea and there'll be a communal lunch at around noon (bring along a plate to share). Members take part in various games, lucky door prizes and progressive raffles, and membership is just $5 per year, with bus trips are organised throughout the year. New members are always welcome! More details? Phone Gordon on (07) 4168-9084 or Noela on (07) 4168-9296. Nanango Scout Club Meeting The Nanango Scout Club - which meets every Tuesday night during school terms - will be holding its regular weekly meeting at the Scout Den at 40 Henry Street, Nanango (just next to the police station) from 5:30pm to around 7:00pm tonight. The group currently has three sections in operation: Joeys (for children aged 6 to 8 years); Cubs (8-11 years); and Scouts (11-15 years). New members are always very welcome, and so are new leaders and youth members for all sections. More details? Phone Shirley Masnata on (07) 4163-7455 or send her an email. Kingaroy Men's Shed The Kingaroy Men's Shed will be open from 9:00am to 12:00 noon and 2:00pm to 4:00pm today behind the Salvation Army's headquarters at 44 Alford Street in Kingaroy. The shed is open to all men who'd enjoy the companionship of other men while undertaking woodwork, metalwork or similar projects or who'd just enjoy a chat. More details? Phone the Salvos on (07) 4162-5246. Beginner's Photography Workshop - Kingaroy The Kingaroy Photographic Club will be holding a Beginner's Photography Workshop at the Kingaroy State High School Community Room at 6:00pm this evening. Photographic Society of Queensland judge Bob Britcher will be sharing his knowledge as well as critiquing photos, and everyone is welcome. The workshop would suit complete beginners, novices or even experts as well as any sort of camera, from a phone through to a digital SLR. Danny's Diner - Kingaroy Danny's Diner - a free community dinner - will be held at the Uniting Church Hall at the corner of Alford and Youngman streets in Kingaroy from 5:30pm to 7:00pm tonight. The dinner is an initiative of the Kingaroy District Ministry Association and is for the benefit of anyone who's hungry or otherwise doing it tough. While an RSVP isn't essential, it would be appreciated to help plan the catering. You can make one by phoning Lenelle on (07) 4162-8482. You can also read more about Danny's Diner on our website. Indoor Bowls - Yarraman The Yarraman Indoor Bowls Club will be holding their regular Tuesday morning meeting at the Lutheran Hall in McDaniell Street, Yarraman from 9:00am onwards today (bowls start around 9:30am and wrap up around 11:45am). New members are always very welcome! More details? Phone Alison on 0417-263-757 or (07) 4163-8087 South Burnett Chorale - Kingaroy The South Burnett Chorale will be holding their regular Tuesday practice night at the Church of Christ Hall at the corner of Haly and Burnett Streets in Kingaroy from 7:30pm to 9:30pm this evening. The Chorale meets every Tuesdy night during school terms, and new members are always very welcome! More details? Phone (07) 4162-1332 or send them an email. March 18 Nanango Playgroup Meeting The Nanango Playgroup will be holding its regular Wednesday meeting at the Nanango Darts Club at the corner of Elk and George Streets between 9:30am and 11:30am this morning. The playgroup is a group of mums, dads, grandparents and caregivers who meet together each week with their children (aged 5 years and under) for interaction and fun. It's a great way for children to learn about the world, make friends and develop social skills. The playgroup also gives the adults a chance to meet and share ideas and experiences. It's a very relaxed group and new members are always welcome - just bring along $2 to help cover costs and a plate of morning tea to share. More details? Contact Natasha on (0438) 654-337. Kingaroy Girl Guides Meeting The Kingaroy Girl Guides Troop will be meeting at the Guides Hut in Mant Street, Kingaroy this afternoon. U9s will meet from 4:00pm to 5:30pm, and seniors (ages 10-18) from 5:30pm to 7:30pm. The Girl Guides meet weekly during school terms and new members are always welcome! More details? Phone Amanda on (07) 4162-8215 or 0417-076-756 Majellan Ladies Morning Tea The Majellan Ladies will be holding a morning tea at Ringsfield House in Alfred Street, Nanango at 10:00am this morning. Everyone is welcome! Wednesday Night Judo - Murgon The Murgon Judo Club will be holding its regular Wednesday training night at the Salvation Army Hall in Macalister Street, Murgon this evening. Junior classes will run from 4:30pm to 5:30pm and seniors from 6:00pm to 7:30pm. Class fees are $4 for juniors and $6 for seniors. More details? Phone Stan on (07) 4168-3104 or (0414) 404-004 Man Cave - Kingaroy The Sister Dolores Carroll Training Centre at St Mary's Catholic College at 10 Kent Street in Kingaroy will be transforming into a "Man's Cave" between 6:30pm and 10:00pm tonight. Qualified instructors will be demonstrating the use of all the equipment in the centre - great stuff like lathes, drills etc - and if you're a man interested in restoring or manufacturing wood or metal products and socialising with other men who have similar interests, then this could be the place for you! (similar to a Men's Shed, but with a lot more gear). There's no charge to come along and it's completely non-religious. More details? Phone Mark Richard on 0404-851-134. Goomeri SES Meeting The Goomeri SES will be holding their regular Wednesday night training session at the SES Building in Dickinson Park, Goomeri from 6:30pm to around 8:30pm tonight. Anyone from the Goomeri 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 Steve Kay on 0429-836-572 or Ray on (07) 4168-4150. Flood Study Public Meeting - Yarraman Toowoomba Regional Council will be holding a public meeting at the Yarraman Community Hall in Browne Street, Yarraman from 3:00pm to 7:00pm today to discuss the results of a recent Flood Study carried out on the town, as well as neighbouring Cooyar. Data derived from this study will be used to better plan against future flooding situations, and will also be passed on to insurance companies. You can read more about the study on our website. Timbertown Woodworkers Group Meeting The Timbertown Woodworkers group will be holding their regular Wednesday morning meeting at the Blackbutt Showgrounds in Bowman Road, Blackbutt from 8:30am until around 12:00 noon 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 Indoor Bowls & Cards Day - Kingaroy The Kingaroy Senior Citizens Club will be hosting indoor bowls and cards (500) competitions at its centre on the corner of Avoca and Kingaroy Streets, Kingaroy between 9:00am and 4:00pm today. Indoor bowls competitions commence at 9:00am and cards at around 1:00pm, and the $2 admission includes a cup of tea. Everyone is welcome. For more details phone (07) 4163-6191. Nanango Men's Shed The Nanango Men's Shed at the corner of Mt Stanley Road and Heathermore Lane, Nanango will be open from 8:30am to 12:30pm today (and also on Mondays). New members are very welcome! More details? Phone Ben on 0491-102-087 Nanango Country Quilters & Crafts Group The Nanango Country Quilters And Crafts group meet every Wednesday at the Nanango Cultural Centre in George Street, Nanango between 9:00am to 2:00pm. Members can get to pursue a wide variety of crafts at these informal gatherings and the $4 meeting fee includes morning tea (but BYO cup and lunch). There's also usually a raffle as well. New members are very welcome! More details? Phone Andrea on (07) 4163-1607 or Tricia on (07) 4171-0124. Social Media Workshop - Nanango The Burnett Business Centre at the corner of Elk and Fitzroy Streets in Nanango will be hosting a Social Media Workshop from 5:30pm to 9:00pm this evening. The workshop will look at social media from a purely business point of view, analysing what works and what doesn't. Tickets are $20 - which includes a light meal and refreshments - but places are limited. You can book a seat by emailing the Burnett Business Centre. B.A.S.S. Australia Nation Berkley Boondooma Brawl RSVP Deadline Today is the last day you can enter this weekend's B.A.S.S. Australia Nation Berkley Boondooma Brawl fishing competition, which will be held at Lake Boondooma Tourist Park this coming weekend, March 21-22. Graham House Community Garden - Murgon The Graham House Community Garden group will be meeting at the Graham House Community Centre at 21 Taylor Street East in Murgon from 10:00am to 12:00 noon this morning. The group tends a community garden and meets on the first and third Wednesdays of each month during school terms. New members are very welcome, and you can obtain more information by phoning Kerry on (07) 4169-8400 or by emailing her. Kingaroy Carer's Group Meeting The Kingaroy Carers Group will be holding their regular monthly meeting at the Kingaroy RSL's Function Room in Markwell Street, Kingaroy from 10:30am to 12:30pm this morning. The group is open to anyone who acts as a carer. It's designed to provide a social and networking outlet for carers, who often find themselves isolated by their role. The group provides coffee, cake, companionship, support and information and everyone is welcome. More details? Phone the Care for Carers team on (07) 4150 1900 or email them. Murgon Rotary Club Meeting The Murgon Rotary Club will be holding their regular Wednesday evening dinner meeting at the Murgon Services Club in Lamb Street, Murgon from 6:30pm onwards tonight (meeting starts at 7:00pm). New members are always welcome! More details? Phone (07) 4168-1180. March 19 Author Talk - Kingaroy Library South Burnett author Sharon Gartner will be giving a free talk at the Kingaroy Library in Glendon Street, Kingaroy at 10:00am this morning. Sharon will be talking about her journey into self-publishing the three books in her Charming series, as well as sharing tips and advice from her experiences for anyone considering doing the same. Murgon National Seniors Bus Trip The Murgon branch of National Seniors will be running a bus terip to Ipswich today to inspect the historic Railway Workshops and other places of interest. Tickets for the all-inclusive trip are $70 per head and they cover bus transport, morning tea and lunch. The bus will pick up and deposit travellers at Murgon, Wondai, Kingaroy, Nanango and Yarrtaman and anyone aged 50 or more is most welcome to come along, meet new friends and enjoy a fun day out. Pre-bookings are essential, though, and you can obtain more details by phoning Paula on (0438) 708-885. The bus will depart Murgon at 6:00am and pick up at Wondai around 6:10am, and other spots thereafter. South Burnett Toastmasters - Kingaroy South Burnett Toastmasters will be holding a meeting in the Anzac Room of Kingaroy RSL in Markwell Street, Kingaroy at 7:00pm this evening. Toastmasters is a great way to learn how to speak in public and boost your self-confidence, and new members are always very welcome! Meetings are held on the 1st, 3rd and 5th Thursdays of the month. More details? Visit the South Burnett Toastmasters website. Taras Hall Bingo - Nanango Bingo games will be held at Taras Hall immediately next to Nanango RSL in Henry Street, Nanango at 9:00am this morning (doors open at 9:00am; eyes down at 10:00am sharp). Everyone is welcome! More details? Phone the RSL on (07) 4163-1375. St Joseph's Bingo - Murgon St Joseph's Parish Hall in Angel Avenue, Murgon will be hosting bingo games from 7:30pm this evening. There'll be $1000 in prizes on offer as well as a canteen and lucky bingo tickets. Proceeds will go to aid St Joseph's school and community works. Murgon Spinning, Weaving and Dyeing Group The Murgon Spinning, Weaving & Dyeing Group will be holding a meeting at Graham House at 21 Taylor Street East in Murgon from 9:00am to 2:00pm today. The group is open to anyoe interested in learning spinning, weaving or dyeing and it meets on the first and third Thursdays of each month. More details? Phone Enid on (07) 4168-2614, Judy on (07) 4168-4634 or Judith on (07) 4168-5698. Country Music Night - Nanango An informal Country Music Night will be held at the Uniting Church Hall in Gipps Street, Nanango at 7:30pm tonight. The get-together is open to both spectators and performers, and the $2 entry fee includes supper. Everyone is welcome! Thursday Farmer's Markets - Kingaroy Growing The Burnett will be holding their Mid-Week Markets in Kingaroy today. The markets feature fresh food and crafts produced exclusively in the South Burnett, and are held in O'Neill Square in Haly Street, Kingaroy between 12:00 noon and 6:30pm. You can read more about them on our website. Note: If you'd like to book a stall, phone Brian on (0417) 756-528. You can also find out more information on Growing The Burnett's Facebook page Proston SES Training Night The Proston SES group will be meeting at their shed at the corner of Collingwood and Nelson Streets in Proston at 6:30pm this evening for their regular weekly training night. New members are very welcome! Thursday Evening Futsal - Kingaroy Futsal matches in Juniors, Youth and Seniors divisions will be held at the Kingaroy State High School Sports Auditorium from 3:45pm onwards this afternoon. Spectators are very welcome. More details? Phone Debbie Ovens at KSHS on (07) 4160-0666. Murgon RSL Bingo The Murgon Services Club in Lamb Street, Murgon will be holding bingo games in the club's premises from 10:30am until around 12:30pm this morning. There's no admission fee, a $700 jackpot prize and new players are very welcome! More details? Phone the club on (07) 4168-1819. Thursday Night AFL Training The South Burnett Saints men's and women's AFL teams will be holding their regular Thursday night training session at Lyle Vidler Oval in Youngman Street, Kingaroy at 5:45pm tonight. Extra women's players are very welcome, and so are spectators. March 20 South Burnett Pantry - Kingaroy The South Burnett Pantry will be open from 11:00am to 1:00pm today at 22 Stolzenberg Road 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 $35 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 Joane on (0427) 496-684 or Ruth on (0447) 812-789. PS: If you'd like to help The Pantry in any way - either by volunteering or donating goods - please contact Joanne or Ruth about this too, or visit the website. Friday Afternoon Scroungers - Nanango The Nanango Bowls Club in Henry Street will be holding their reglar Friday Afternoon Scroungers at 3:00pm. New players are welcome. More details from the club: (07) 4163-3363. Goomeri Reunion Dinner Here's something different! A special dinner to launch tomorrow's 75th annual Goomeri Show and to celebrate the 90th birthday of the Goomeri Show Society will be held at the new Goomeri Show Pavilion from 6:00pm until late tonight. The two-course dinner is open to anyone who's ever had any association with the Goomeri Show Society or the town of Goomeri itself. Tickets are just $25 per head and there'll be a licensed bar, but to assist with planning the catering, they need to be pre-puchased. They can be obtained by phoning Tricia on (0419) 720-407. Guy Davis - Kingaroy Entertainer Guy Davis will be performing at the Kingaroy RSL in Markwell Street, Kingaroy from 7:30pm to 11:30pm this evening. Admission is free. More details? Phone the RSL on (07) 4162-1755 Friday Social Golf - Kingaroy The Kingaroy Golf Club on the Bunya Highway at Kingaroy will holding their regular Friday 9-ers 9 hole social golfing sessions for men and women from 8:00am until dusk today. Everyone is most welcome (including non-members) and green fees are $11 for members or $14 for non-members for the nine holes - but this also includes a card draw for prizes in the clubhouse in the evening (there's also a Jackpot card draw on the last Friday of each month). More details? Phone the Golf Club on (07) 4162-1720 Blue Light Disco - Murgon A junior Blue Light Disco for school children aged 6-14 will be held at the Murgon RSL in Lamb Street, Murgon from 6:30pm to 8:30pm this evening. Tonight's Blue Light will have a "Superhero" theme, and there'll be prizes on offer for the best-dressed super heroes. Admision is $5, which includes a sausage sizzle dinner, and tonight's get-together is being sponsored by Ollies Towing Kingaroy, the Murgon RSL and CROW-FM 90.7. Blue Light Discos are drug, alcohol, chewing gum and tobacco free and no passouts or early exit will be given without parental permission and/or collection. Coverty Creek Social Club Meeting The Coverty Creek Comunity Development and Social Club will be holding its regular Friday night social gathering at the Red Shed at 198 Coverty Road, Coverty from 5:00pm until around 10:00pm tonight. There'll be a $2.50 sausage sizzle and drinks will be available, along with free coffee and tea. Everyone is welcome! More details? Phone Gavin on (07) 4168-9574 or send him an email. Friday Morning Bingo - Kingaroy The Endeavour Foundation will be running bingo games at Kingaroy RSL from 10:00am this morning (eyes down at 10:30am). There'll be four jackpots on offer, along with book games and raffles, and proceeds will go to help people with an intellectual disability. Everyone is welcome. More details? Phone Endeavour's Kingaroy Kitchen on (07) 4162-2254 Blue Light Skating - Nanango The Nanango Blue Light Disco committee will be holding a Family Skating Night at the Nanango Skating Rink in George Street, Nanango from 6:00pm to 9:00pm tonight. A canteen will be operating and admission is $5, which includes skate hire. More details? Phone Nanango Police on (07) 4163-1211. Mayor's Community Charity Breakfast - Nanango The first Mayor's Community Charity Breakfast for 2015 will be held at the Nanango RSL: in Henry Street, Nanango from 6:45am to around 8:30am this morning (breakfast will be served at 7:00am sharp). All proceeds from these regular Charity Breakfasts are donated to the Mayor's Community Benefit Fund, which gives grants to worthwhile South Burnett causes such as mental health programs, the South Burnett Pantry, junior sports and similar local good causes. Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington will be the keynote speaker at this morning's get-together and tickets are $25 per head. Everyone is welcome, and if you'd like to attend you should RSVP to Bronwyn Barry on (07) 4189-9155 by Thursday, March 12. Greet, Eat & Meet - Yarraman A "Greet, Meet & Eat" social function will be held at St Philip's Anglican Church Hall in Millar Street, Yarraman from 10:00am until around 1:00pm today. The group was formed in May 2012 to provide a safe place where locals from Yaraman, Blackbutt and Cooyar could get together, enjoy each other's company and meet others in a low-cost way, and it's met on the third Friday of each month ever since (except for December and January). Today's meeting will kick off at 10:00am with a cuppa and will be followed by a three-course lunch at 12:00 noon. Admission (which includes morning tea and lunch) is $5 but because places are limited you'll need to book. More details? Phone Davina on (0409) 271-308 or Janice on (07) 4163-0276. Friday Night Sax - Wondai The South Burnett's very own "Sultan Of Sax" Tom McKenzie will be playing at the Wondai Hotel & Cellars in Haly Street, Wondai from 6:00pm until late tonight. Dinner will be available in the Cellar's restaurant from 6:00pm onwards and pizzas will also be availble too. More details or bookings: phone (07) 4168-5274. Country Music Night - Nanango An informal Country Music Night will be held at the Uniting Church Hall in Gipps Street, Nanango at 7:30pm tonight. The get-together is open to both spectators and performers, and the $2 entry fee includes supper. Everyone is welcome! March 21 Saturday Soccer - Nanango and Kingaroy The first round of the South Burnett's Evolution Solar Football League for 2015 will be played in Nanango and Kingaroy this afternoon. In Nanango, home team Panthers will play Barambah at the Nanango football fields in Burnett Street, with 2nd Division hitting the park at 12:30pm; Women's Division at 2:00pm and 1st Division at 3:15pm. And in Kingaroy, there'll be a local derby between Wests and Gunners, with 2nd Division kicking off at 2:00pm, Women's Division playing at 3:30pm and 1st Division at 5:00pm. A bar and canteen will be running at both venues, admission is free and spectators are very welcome! Friendship Markets - Kingaroy The third Saturday of the month Friendship Markets will be held at the Senior Citizens Centre in Avoca Street, Kingaroy from 6:30am to around 12:00pm today. The markets feature an array of arts, crafts, fruit and flower stalls and new stallholders are always very welcome! More details? Phone (07) 4162-7300. Saturday Rugby League - Kingaroy and Nanango Rugby League pre-season games will be played at Kingaroy and Nanango today against visiting teams from Caloundra and Caboolture. In Kingaroy at T.J. O'Neill Oval in Youngman Street, U18s will play Caloundra at 2:00pm; Murgon A Grade will play Caloundra at 3:30pm; and Kingaroy A Grade will play Caloundra at 5:00pm. And in Nanango at Stags Oval off the D'Aguilar Highway south of the CBD, Nanango U18s will play Caboolture 1 at 1:00pm; and Cherbourg U18s will play Caboolture 2 at 2:30pm. Spectators and supporters are very welcome at all games. Birds Of A Feather Garage Sale - Kingaroy The Birds of a Feather Relay For Life team are holding a garage sale from 7:00am today at the corner of Arthur and Doonkuna streets, Kingaroy. Organiser promise there'll be lots of items for sale, including clothes and plants. All money raised with go to the Relay For Life cancer fun-raising. Seafood Buffet - Wondai Dimities Cottage at 49 Haly Street, Wondai will be holding another of their popular monthly all-you-can-eat Seafood Buffets from 6:30pm this evening (dinner starts at 7:00pm). The Buffets feature all your favourite fresh and cooked seafood, as well as non-seafood dishes, desserts, tea and coffee. Cost is $35 per head (BYO) and since these dinners are nearly always a sell-out, bookings are essential if you want to be sure of a seat: (07) 4168-5744 Bowls Club Bingo - Kingaroy The Kingaroy Bowls Club at 141 Youngman St, Kingaroy will be running bingo matches from 7:30pm this evening with over $1000 in prizes on offer. More details from the club on (07) 4162-1404 Caitlyn Shadbolt - Kingaroy X-Factor country singer Caitlyn Shadbolt will be performing at Kingaroy's Mitre 10 store in Rogers Drive, Kingaroy at 11:30am today. Graeme Jensen - Kingaroy Popular country rock Entertainer Graeme Jensen will be performing at the Kingaroy RSL in Markwell Street, Kingaroy from 7:30pm to 11:30pm this evening. Admission is free. More details? Phone the RSL on (07) 4162-1755 Maidenwell and District Centenary of Education Old Time Dance A special Maidenwell and District Centenary of Education Old Time Dance will be held at Maidenwell Hall from 8:00pm until around midnight tonight as a fundraiser for cancer research. Guests can come and relive the good old days in Maidenwell with old-time dance favourites like the Gypsy Tap, Pride of Erin, Log Cabin, Swing Waltz, Evening 3-Step and more. There'll also be raffles, lucky door prizes, a Monte Carlo and Lucky Spot. Guests are also encouraged to bring along a plate for a shared supper, and sandwiches will be provided by the Maidenwell QCWA. Admission is $10 for adults, $5 for children or $25 for families, and everyone is welcome! More details? Contact Frank at the Maidenwell Trading Post on (07) 4164-6166 75th Annual Goomeri Show The 75th annual Goomeri Show will get underway at the Goomeri Showgrounds at the corner of Laird Street and the Burnett Highway, Goomeri from around 8:00am this morning through until late tonight. After a few bad years with storms and floods which tore the roof off the old main pavilion and hammered the Showgrounds, this year's Show will be returning to normal with a brand new, modern pavilion and a full spread of horse and cattle events. As usual, the legenday Dark Rich Fruit Cake Competition will dominate the culinary section and there'll be good displays of farm produce, flowers and photography too; plus lots of fun family entertainment. There'll also be a spectacular fireworks display in the evening. More details? Phone the Show Society on (07) 4168-4177. South Burnett Woodcrafters - Kingaroy The South Burnett Woodcrafters will be holding their regular Saturday morning meeting at their clubhouse, which is located behind the Kingaroy Visitor Information Centre in Haly Street from 8:00am to around mid-day today. The group is for woodworking enthusiasts and new members are always welcome. More details? Phone Lee on (0427) 720-839 or Dick on (0432) 893-050 or visit the website. B.A.S.S. Australia Nation Berkley Boondooma Brawl The first two sessions of the weekend-long B.A.S.S. Australia Nation Berkley Boondooma Brawl will be held at Lake Boondooma Tourist Park today. The first session will run from 6:30am to 11:00am, and the second session from 1:00pm to 5:00pm. Winners will be announced after the third session is run tomorrow (also 6:30 to 11:00am). Entries in this competition closed on Wednesday, March 18 but spectators are very welcome. More details and/or accomodation bookings? Phone the Lake Boondooma Tourist Park on (07) 4168-9694. Afghan Veterans Day Afghan Veterans Day - a new day to recognise and commemorate the contribution and sacrifice of Australian troops who served in Afghanistan and the Middle East, including the 400 troops still serving in Afghanistan - will be celebrated nationwide today. More details about local commemoration services will be published as they become available. 5th Annual Windera Music Muster Windera State School P&C will be holding their fifth annual Windera Music Muster at the school's leafy grounds on the Murgon-Gayndah Road from 3:00pm until around 12:00 midnight tonight. The event will feature well-known country music artists Don't Ask, Amber Goldsmith, Alice Benfer and Lloyd Back amongst many others. This open air concert is a fundraiser for the school's P&C to help them purchase resources for the kids, and there'll also be a licensed bar, children's rides, great food and market stalls on the grounds. If you enjoy a relaxing afternoon and evening of great music, good company and yummy food this is a great late-summer event you simply shouldn't miss. Admission is $15 for adults and $5 for high school students (primary school and below are free). Everyone's welcome, and you can obtain more details and/or book a $10 unpowered campsite if you want to stay over or a $20 market stall site by phoning Carissa on 0488-024-582 or by emailing her. You can also read more about what last year's Muster was like (and see photos) on our website. Note: This year's Muster originally planned for February 21, but had to be postponed a month due to Cyclone Marcia. Wondai Show Society Annual BBQ The Wondai Show Society will be holding their annual BBQ for Show Society members, stewards and sponsors at the Wondai Showgrounds in Baynes Street, Wondai from 5:30pm onwards this afternoon. A BBQ dinner will be supplied, but if you're coming you should bring along a dessert plate to share. People who'd like to volunteer for this year's Show are also very welcome - the BBQ is a great way to meet Show Society members and discover the many ways you can help out. Murgon & District Cricket Club Reunion A big reunion for everyone who's ever had an association with the Murgon & District Cricket Club will be held at the Murgon Showgrounds in Macalister Street from 11:30am until late tonight. The action will kick off with this year's South Burnett A Grade Grand Final on the main oval between Murgon Crusaders and Kingaroy RSL Services which promises some really top-notch competition. And at 12:00 noon on Field 3 near the Council workshop, there'll also be a Junior Social Game just for fun. A Junior Trophy Presentation will be held at 4:30pm, followed by a Senior Trophy Presentation at 6:00pm, and then a "Blast From The Past" game under lights at 7:00pm which also promises to be very entertaining. The canteen will be open all day and a BBQ tea will be availble too. Everyone is welcome! More details? Phone Ashley on (0448) 695-733. Black & White Dance - Yarraman The Yarraman Progress Association will be hosting a Black & White Dance at the Yarraman Community Hall in Browne Street, Yarraman from 7:00pm until around 10:00pm this evening. The dance will feature Old Time, Rock & Roll and New Vogue dancing with music supplied by DC, a licensed bar and a great light supper. Tickets are just $10 per head and can be obtained in advance from the Yarraman Library, or at the door tonight. Everyone is welcome! More details? Phone Glenda on 0428-161-410, Taalei on 0488-445-656 or Raina on 0457-451-665. March 22 Hivesville Country Markets The Hivesville Country Markets will be held at the Hivesville Sports Grounds from 7:00am to around 1:00pm today. These family friendly monthly markets feature a variety of stalls including fresh local farm produce, plants, crafts and lots of food. There'll also be mini auctions running throughout the morning and there's plenty of free parking in the grounds. New stallholders are very welcome too, and you can obtain more details by phoning Trish on (0459) 493-511 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. 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. St Patricks Day Concert - Kumbia Kumbia's annual St Patricks Day Concert will be held at the Kumbia Hall in Bell Street, Kumbia at 2:00pm this afternoon (doors open at 1:30pm). The concert will feature entertainment by local artists and will be followed by a delicious afternoon tea. Admission is $10 for adults, $5 for high school students and $2 for primary school students (pre-schoolers are free). More details? Phone Jessie on (07) 4164-4384 or Moira on (07) 4164-4262. B.A.S.S. Australia Nation Berkley Boondooma Brawl The third (and final) session of the weekend-long B.A.S.S. Australia Nation Berkley Boondooma Brawl will be held at Lake Boondooma Tourist Park from 6:30am to 11:00am this morning, followed by the announcement of the competition's winners. Entries in this competition closed on Wednesday, March 18 but spectators are very welcome. More details and/or accomodation bookings? Phone the Lake Boondooma Tourist Park on (07) 4168-9694. Sunday AFL Kingaroy The South Burnett Saints AFL team will be hosting a pre-season match against the Chinchilla Suns at Lyle Vidler Oval in Youngman Street, Kingaroy from 11:30am this morning. The Saints had a blockbuster year in the Darling Downs 2nd Division competition in 2014, coming within a whisker of taking out the Grand Final. Today's game is a warm-up for the season ahead, and spectators and supporters are very welcome! Timbertown Woodworkers Group Meeting The Timbertown Woodworkers group will be holding their regular Sunday morning meeting at the Blackbutt Showgrounds in Bowman Road, Blackbutt from 8:30am until around 12:00 noon 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 March 23 Wondai Swimming Club 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! More details? Phone Lainie on (0411) 024-834. Wondai SES Meeting The Wondai SES will be holding their regular Monday night training session at their shed in McCord Street, Wondai from 5:00pm to 7:00pm. Anyone from the Wondai and Tingoora areas who's interested in joining the SES or just finding out more about what's involved is very welcome to come along. More details? Phone Dean on (0409) 480-553 Kingaroy SES Training Night The Kingaroy SES will be holding their regular Monday night training session at the Kingaroy SES headquarters in Glendon Street, Kingaroy (next to Kingaroy X-Ray) from 7:00pm to 9:00pm this evening. New members are always very welcome. More details? Phone 0428-741-274 Nanango Men's Shed The Nanango Men's Shed at the corner of Mt Stanley Road and Heathermore Lane, Nanango will be open from 8:30am to 12:30pm today (and also on Wednesdays). New members are very welcome! More details? Phone Ben on 0491-102-087 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 (opposite Shoppingworld) 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 and public 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. Public Meeting - Blackbutt The South Burnett Regional Council will be holding a public meeting at the Blackbutt Comunity Hall in Coulson Street, Blackbutt at 6:30pm this evening to advise residents about progress on the SBRC's plan to get a modern suipermarket built in the town. Blackbutt is the only major South Burnett town which doesn't have a supermarket, and the SBRC recently called for expressions of interest from developers to build one. The meeting will also inform residents about kerbing and drainage work that the Council will soon be undertaking in the town, and try to gauge the community's views about erecting a statue in honour of international tennis star Roy Emerson, who grew up in Blackbutt. Everyone is welcome. 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. Monday Evening Bingo - Blackbutt Bingo games will be held at Nukku Nook at the head of the Blackbutt Rail Trail in Hart Street, Blackbutt from 7:00pm this evening (eyes down at 7:30pm sharp). These weekly bingo nights are a fundraiser for the Blackbutt and District Tourism and Heritage Association and everyone is welcome! More details? Phone Noeleen on (07) 4163-0413 or send her an email. March 24 Indoor Bowls - Nanango The Nanango Indoor Bowls Association will be holding their regular weekly indoor bowls matches at the Nanango Cultural Centre in George Street, Nanango at 7:00pm this evening (matches start at 7:30pm sharp). New players are always very welcome. More details? Phone Keith on (07) 4163-1522 or Denise on (07) 4163-2263 Tuesday Night AFL Training The South Burnett Saints men's and women's AFL teams will be holding their regular Tuesday night training session at Lyle Vidler Oval in Youngman Street, Kingaroy at 5:45pm tonight. Extra women's players are very welcome, and so are spectators. Indoor Bowls - Yarraman The Yarraman Indoor Bowls Club will be holding their regular Tuesday morning meeting at the Lutheran Hall in McDaniell Street, Yarraman from 9:00am onwards today (bowls start around 9:30am and wrap up around 11:45am). New members are always very welcome! More details? Phone Alison on 0417-263-757 or (07) 4163-8087 South Burnett Chorale - Kingaroy The South Burnett Chorale will be holding their regular Tuesday practice night at the Church of Christ Hall at the corner of Haly and Burnett Streets in Kingaroy from 7:30pm to 9:30pm this evening. The Chorale meets every Tuesdy night during school terms, and new members are always very welcome! More details? Phone (07) 4162-1332 or send them an email. Country Crafters Meeting - Blackbutt The Blackbutt Country Crafters will be holding their regular Tuesday morning meeting at the Uniting Church Hall in Coulson Street, Blackbutt from 9:30am to 2:00pm today. The group caters for people interested in crafts and new members are always welcome. More details? Phone June on (07) 4170-0054 or Roslyn on (07) 4163-0682 Tuesday Social Dancing - Kingaroy A social dance featuring Old Time and New Vogue styles will be held at the CWA Hall in Kingaroy Street, Kingaroy between 6:00pm and 9:00pm this evening. Admission is $5, which includes tea and a light supper. More details? Phone Derrick on (07) 4163-6294 Nanango Scout Club Meeting The Nanango Scout Club - which meets every Tuesday night during school terms - will be holding its regular weekly meeting at the Scout Den at 40 Henry Street, Nanango (just next to the police station) from 5:30pm to around 7:00pm tonight. The group currently has three sections in operation: Joeys (for children aged 6 to 8 years); Cubs (8-11 years); and Scouts (11-15 years). New members are always very welcome, and so are new leaders and youth members for all sections. More details? Phone Shirley Masnata on (07) 4163-7455 or send her an email. Danny's Diner - Kingaroy Danny's Diner - a free community dinner - will be held at the Uniting Church Hall at the corner of Alford and Youngman streets in Kingaroy from 5:30pm to 7:00pm tonight. The dinner is an initiative of the Kingaroy District Ministry Association and is for the benefit of anyone who's hungry or otherwise doing it tough. While an RSVP isn't essential, it would be appreciated to help plan the catering. You can make one by phoning Lenelle on (07) 4162-8482. You can also read more about Danny's Diner on our website. Kingaroy Men's Shed The Kingaroy Men's Shed will be open from 9:00am to 12:00 noon and 2:00pm to 4:00pm today behind the Salvation Army's headquarters at 44 Alford Street in Kingaroy. The shed is open to all men who'd enjoy the companionship of other men while undertaking woodwork, metalwork or similar projects or who'd just enjoy a chat. More details? Phone the Salvos on (07) 4162-5246. Public Meeting - Ironpot The South Burnett Regional Council will be holding a public meeting at Ironpot Hall in Ironpot at 6:30pm this evening to discuss road maintenance issues in the Ironpot and Burrandowan areas. Everyone is welcome. March 25 Man Cave - Kingaroy The Sister Dolores Carroll Training Centre at St Mary's Catholic College at 10 Kent Street in Kingaroy will be transforming into a "Man's Cave" between 6:30pm and 10:00pm tonight. Qualified instructors will be demonstrating the use of all the equipment in the centre - great stuff like lathes, drills etc - and if you're a man interested in restoring or manufacturing wood or metal products and socialising with other men who have similar interests, then this could be the place for you! (similar to a Men's Shed, but with a lot more gear). There's no charge to come along and it's completely non-religious. More details? Phone Mark Richard on 0404-851-134. Goomeri SES Meeting The Goomeri SES will be holding their regular Wednesday night training session at the SES Building in Dickinson Park, Goomeri from 6:30pm to around 8:30pm tonight. Anyone from the Goomeri 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 Steve Kay on 0429-836-572 or Ray on (07) 4168-4150. Nanango Country Quilters & Crafts Group The Nanango Country Quilters And Crafts group meet every Wednesday at the Nanango Cultural Centre in George Street, Nanango between 9:00am to 2:00pm. Members can get to pursue a wide variety of crafts at these informal gatherings and the $4 meeting fee includes morning tea (but BYO cup and lunch). There's also usually a raffle as well. New members are very welcome! More details? Phone Andrea on (07) 4163-1607 or Tricia on (07) 4171-0124. Wednesday Night Judo - Murgon The Murgon Judo Club will be holding its regular Wednesday training night at the Salvation Army Hall in Macalister Street, Murgon this evening. Junior classes will run from 4:30pm to 5:30pm and seniors from 6:00pm to 7:30pm. Class fees are $4 for juniors and $6 for seniors. More details? Phone Stan on (07) 4168-3104 or (0414) 404-004 Kingaroy Girl Guides Meeting The Kingaroy Girl Guides Troop will be meeting at the Guides Hut in Mant Street, Kingaroy this afternoon. U9s will meet from 4:00pm to 5:30pm, and seniors (ages 10-18) from 5:30pm to 7:30pm. The Girl Guides meet weekly during school terms and new members are always welcome! More details? Phone Amanda on (07) 4162-8215 or 0417-076-756 Timbertown Woodworkers Group Meeting The Timbertown Woodworkers group will be holding their regular Wednesday morning meeting at the Blackbutt Showgrounds in Bowman Road, Blackbutt from 8:30am until around 12:00 noon 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 Meet Your Local ABC Team - Kingaroy The team from ABC Southern Queensland are heading to the South Burnett this week to explore the region and get feedback from listeners. Tonight at 6:30pm, breakfast announcer David Iliffe, Mornings compere Belinda Sanders, ABC Rural’s Cassie Hough and ABC Open producer Ben Tupas will be holding a “meet and greet” at the Kingaroy Visitor Information Centre in Haly Street, Kingaroy to give listeners the opportunity to chat to the crew behind the shows and tell them what they like (or don’t like) about the station. Everyone is welcome! Nanango Men's Shed The Nanango Men's Shed at the corner of Mt Stanley Road and Heathermore Lane, Nanango will be open from 8:30am to 12:30pm today (and also on Mondays). New members are very welcome! More details? Phone Ben on 0491-102-087 Nanango Playgroup Meeting The Nanango Playgroup will be holding its regular Wednesday meeting at the Nanango Darts Club at the corner of Elk and George Streets between 9:30am and 11:30am this morning. The playgroup is a group of mums, dads, grandparents and caregivers who meet together each week with their children (aged 5 years and under) for interaction and fun. It's a great way for children to learn about the world, make friends and develop social skills. The playgroup also gives the adults a chance to meet and share ideas and experiences. It's a very relaxed group and new members are always welcome - just bring along $2 to help cover costs and a plate of morning tea to share. More details? Contact Natasha on (0438) 654-337. St John's Lutheran School Open Day - Kingaroy St John's Lutheran School at 84-94 Ivy Street in Kingaroy will be holding an Open Day at 9:15am this morning for parents looking for Prep in 2016 (ie for children who were born between 01-Jul-2010 and 31-Jul-2011). Principal Helen Folker will provide a guided tour of the school's extensive facilities, which will be followed by a morning tea. All interested parents are very welcome, but an RSVP would be appreciated for catering purposes: (07) 4162-3988 Indoor Bowls & Cards Day - Kingaroy The Kingaroy Senior Citizens Club will be hosting indoor bowls and cards (500) competitions at its centre on the corner of Avoca and Kingaroy Streets, Kingaroy between 9:00am and 4:00pm today. Indoor bowls competitions commence at 9:00am and cards at around 1:00pm, and the $2 admission includes a cup of tea. Everyone is welcome. For more details phone (07) 4163-6191. Murgon Rotary Club Meeting The Murgon Rotary Club will be holding their regular Wednesday evening dinner meeting at the Murgon Services Club in Lamb Street, Murgon from 6:30pm onwards tonight (meeting starts at 7:00pm). New members are always welcome! More details? Phone (07) 4168-1180. Burnett Birdkeepers Association Meeting - Nanango The Burnett Birdkeepers Association will be holding their monthly meeting at the Les Fogg Pavilion inside the Nanango Showgrounds in Cairns Street, Nanango at 7:00pm this evening. The Association meets on the 4th Wednesday of each month and most meetings usually feature a guest speaker talking about a particular breed or other matters of interest to birdkeepers. New members are always very welcome! More details? Phone (07) 4163-1668. March 26 Proston SES Training Night The Proston SES group will be meeting at their shed at the corner of Collingwood and Nelson Streets in Proston at 6:30pm this evening for their regular weekly training night. New members are very welcome! Taras Hall Bingo - Nanango Bingo games will be held at Taras Hall immediately next to Nanango RSL in Henry Street, Nanango at 9:00am this morning (doors open at 9:00am; eyes down at 10:00am sharp). Everyone is welcome! More details? Phone the RSL on (07) 4163-1375. St Joseph's Bingo - Murgon St Joseph's Parish Hall in Angel Avenue, Murgon will be hosting bingo games from 7:30pm this evening. There'll be $1000 in prizes on offer as well as a canteen and lucky bingo tickets. Proceeds will go to aid St Joseph's school and community works. Thursday Evening Futsal - Kingaroy Futsal matches in Juniors, Youth and Seniors divisions will be held at the Kingaroy State High School Sports Auditorium from 3:45pm onwards this afternoon. Spectators are very welcome. More details? Phone Debbie Ovens at KSHS on (07) 4160-0666. Country Music Night - Nanango An informal Country Music Night will be held at the Uniting Church Hall in Gipps Street, Nanango at 7:30pm tonight. The get-together is open to both spectators and performers, and the $2 entry fee includes supper. Everyone is welcome! Thursday Night AFL Training The South Burnett Saints men's and women's AFL teams will be holding their regular Thursday night training session at Lyle Vidler Oval in Youngman Street, Kingaroy at 5:45pm tonight. Extra women's players are very welcome, and so are spectators. Murgon RSL Bingo The Murgon Services Club in Lamb Street, Murgon will be holding bingo games in the club's premises from 10:30am until around 12:30pm this morning. There's no admission fee, a $700 jackpot prize and new players are very welcome! More details? Phone the club on (07) 4168-1819. Thursday Farmer's Markets - Kingaroy Growing The Burnett will be holding their Mid-Week Markets in Kingaroy today. And because it's the last Thursday of the month, today will also be "March Madness Day" where all stallholders will be offering special deals to shoppers. The markets feature locally grown fruit and veges, craft, cards, jams and preserves, health food products, fermented foods, sprouts, native plants and wood fired pizzas, and are held in O'Neill Square in Haly Street, Kingaroy between 12:00 noon and 6:30pm. You can read more about them on our website. Note: If you'd like to book a stall, phone Brian on (0417) 756-528. You can also find out more information on Growing The Burnett's Facebook page March 27 Jackpot Karaoke - Proston A Jackpot Karaoke Night with Love2Sing will be held at the Golden Spurs Hotel in Blake Street, Proston from 7:30pm until late this evening. Everyone is welcome along to this fun night of singing and dancing and admission is free. More details? Phone Geoff or Sue on (0468) 694-438 or email them. Friday Afternoon Scroungers - Nanango The Nanango Bowls Club in Henry Street will be holding their reglar Friday Afternoon Scroungers at 3:00pm. New players are welcome. More details from the club: (07) 4163-3363. Friday Night Sax - Wondai The South Burnett's very own "Sultan Of Sax" Tom McKenzie will be playing at the Wondai Hotel & Cellars in Haly Street, Wondai from 6:00pm until late tonight. Dinner will be available in the Cellar's restaurant from 6:00pm onwards and pizzas will also be availble too. More details or bookings: phone (07) 4168-5274. Coverty Creek Social Club Meeting The Coverty Creek Comunity Development and Social Club will be holding its regular Friday night social gathering at the Red Shed at 198 Coverty Road, Coverty from 5:00pm until around 10:00pm tonight. There'll be a $2.50 sausage sizzle and drinks will be available, along with free coffee and tea. Everyone is welcome! More details? Phone Gavin on (07) 4168-9574 or send him an email. Public Meeting - Kumbia A public meeting will be held at St Paul's Anglican Church at 31-33 Brook Road, Kumbia at 6:00pm this evening to discuss the church's closure. Everyone is welcome to attend, and a parishioner's meeting will be held immediately after the public meeting. Country Music Night - Nanango An informal Country Music Night will be held at the Uniting Church Hall in Gipps Street, Nanango at 7:30pm tonight. The get-together is open to both spectators and performers, and the $2 entry fee includes supper. Everyone is welcome! Friday Morning Bingo - Kingaroy The Endeavour Foundation will be running bingo games at Kingaroy RSL from 10:00am this morning (eyes down at 10:30am). There'll be four jackpots on offer, along with book games and raffles, and proceeds will go to help people with an intellectual disability. Everyone is welcome. More details? Phone Endeavour's Kingaroy Kitchen on (07) 4162-2254 South Burnett Wine Appreciation Society - Kingaroy The South Burnett Wine Appreciation Society will be holding their regular monthly meeting at the 1913 Council Chambers in Edward Street behind the Kingaroy Visitor Information Centre from 6:30pm onwards this evening. Tonight's meeting theme is "bring your favourite bottle" (ie bring one of your own along to share) everyone is welcome. The Wine Appreciation Society is open to anyone who'd like to learn more about wines and the $10 or so meeting fee covers all wine tastings and nibbles. More details? Email Bruce by clicking here or phone Dafyd on (07) 4162-3899 during business hours. Friday Social Golf - Kingaroy The Kingaroy Golf Club on the Bunya Highway at Kingaroy will holding their regular Friday 9-ers 9 hole social golfing sessions for men and women from 8:00am until dusk today. Everyone is most welcome (including non-members) and green fees are $11 for members or $14 for non-members for the nine holes - but this also includes a card draw for prizes in the clubhouse in the evening (there's also a Jackpot card draw on the last Friday of each month). More details? Phone the Golf Club on (07) 4162-1720 South Burnett Pantry - Kingaroy The South Burnett Pantry will be open from 11:00am to 1:00pm today at 22 Stolzenberg Road 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 $35 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 Joane on (0427) 496-684 or Ruth on (0447) 812-789. PS: If you'd like to help The Pantry in any way - either by volunteering or donating goods - please contact Joanne or Ruth about this too, or visit the website. March 28 Just Friends - Kingaroy Entertainers Just Friends will be performing at the Kingaroy RSL in Markwell Street, Kingaroy from 7:30pm to 11:30pm this evening. Admission is free. More details? Phone the RSL on (07) 4162-1755 South Burnett Woodcrafters - Kingaroy The South Burnett Woodcrafters will be holding their regular Saturday morning meeting at their clubhouse, which is located behind the Kingaroy Visitor Information Centre in Haly Street from 8:00am to around mid-day today. The group is for woodworking enthusiasts and new members are always welcome. More details? Phone Lee on (0427) 720-839 or Dick on (0432) 893-050 or visit the website. Saturday Afternoon Judo The Murgon Judo Club will be holding its regular Saturday afternoon training session at the Salvation Army Hall in Macalister Street, Murgon today. Junior classes will run from 12:00 noon to 1:00pm, and seniors from 1:00pm to 2:30pm. Class fees are $4 for juniors and $6 for seniors. More details? Phone Stan on (07) 4168-3104 or (0414) 404-004 Wondai Country Markets The Wondai Regional Art Gallery's popular monthly Wondai Country Markets will be operating at Coronation Park in Wondai's CBD from 7:00am to 12:00 noon today. Today's markets will feature stallholders selling fresh fruit and vegetables, arts and crafts, useful knick-knacks and clothing. There'll also be live entertainment; lots and lots of other stalls selling great gifts and goodies; and special hand-made treasures from local artisans available from the Gallery's new "Studio" building just a short stroll across the park. The Wondai Kindergarten's BBQs will also be firing up from 6:45am to dish out hearty breakfasts to early bargain hunters. New stallholders are always very welcome (stall fees range from $10 with power and water available, if needed) and you can obtain more details by phoning the Gallery on (07) 4168-5926 or by emailing them Cooranga North Campdraft The annual Cooranga North Campdraft will be held at the Cooranga North Recreation Reserve on the Kingaroy-Jandowae Road at Cooranga North from early this morning through until late this afternoon. There'll be four drafts - a Maiden, a Junior, a Juvenile and Novice - and a bar and canteen will be operating all day. There'll be live entertainment after the campdraft too. Admission is 100% free for spectators and everyone is welcome. More details? Contact Courtney on (07) 4668-6840. Psychic Fair - Nanango The South Burnett Spiritualist Church will be holding a Psychic Fair at the QCWA Hall in Fitzroy Street, Nanango from 9:00am to 3:00pm today. Psychic readers will be attending from Brisbane, Toowoomba and Nanango and you can get a reading for $20 or a bit of healing for a gold coin donation. Refreshments will be available on site and there'll be a number of stalls at the Fair as well. Everyone is welcome. More details? Phone (07) 4162-1183 March For Mental Health A region-wide "March For Mental Health" will be held around the South Burnett this morning, followed by a free music concert and family entertainment in the Town Hall Forecourt in Glendon Street, Kingaroy. The event is an awareness raiser designed to send a message that the South Burnett needs better mental health support facilities, and it will kick off with walks at Errol Munt Park near the Blackbutt Visitor Information Centre in Blackbutt and the Murgon RSL Club car park at 9:00am; followed by two further walks at Reg McCallum Park in Henry Street, Nanango and the Wondai Timber Industry Museum at Wondai at 10:15am. Both groups will then converge on Kingaroy, where the concert will kick off at 12:00 noon with performances by Amber Goldsmith, Tori Summers, Cruise 'N' Groove and Ausphonic that will run until around 3:00pm. There'll also be a free jumping castle for children and food and drink stalls in the grounds. Everyone is welcome, and if you'd like to take part in any of the walks you can obtain more details by phoning Kaye on 0447-145-233 or Sandy on 0423-830-224. You can also read more about this unique event on our website. Bowls Club Bingo - Kingaroy The Kingaroy Bowls Club at 141 Youngman St, Kingaroy will be running bingo matches from 7:30pm this evening with over $1000 in prizes on offer. More details from the club on (07) 4162-1404 RSPCA Outdoor Movie Night - Kingaroy   The Kingaroy RSPCA will be holding an Outdoor Movie Night in Kingaroy's Memorial Park at 5:30pm this evening as a fundraiser for their animal shelter. The feature movie will be the family comedy "Furry Vengeance" (you can see a trailer above) and there'll be popcorn, chocolate, hot drinkis and slushies available to prchase in the grounds - just BYO blanket or chairs to sit on. Tickets are $13 for adults, $7 for children or $35 for a family pass. Everyone is welcome! Saturday Soccer - Wondai and Kingaroy The second round of the South Burnett's Evolution Solar Football League for 2015 will be played in Wondai and Kingaroy this afternoon. In Wondai, Barambah will play Gunners at the Wondai soccer fields off the Bunya Highway north of town, with 2nd Division hitting the park at 12:30pm; Women's Division at 2:00pm and 1st Division at 3:15pm. And in Kingaroy, Wests will play the Nanango Panthers, with 2nd Division kicking off at 2:00pm, Women's Division playing at 3:30pm and 1st Division at 5:00pm. A bar and canteen will be running at both venues, admission is free and spectators are very welcome! South Burnett PCYC Open Day - Murgon The South Burnett PCYC at 40 Macalister Street in Murgon will be holding an Open Day from 9:00am to 12:00 noon this morning.The Open Day will let you try a range of fitness classes the PCYC runs for free. They include Grit (9:30am-10:30am), Pump (10:15am-10:45am), Gymnastics (10:00am-12:00 noon); Boxing (11:00am-11:30am); and Squash/Racket Ball/Gym (9:00am-11:30am). More details? Phone the PCYC on (07) 4168-1889 Kingaroy Lions Club 50 Year Reunion Dinner The Kingaroy Lions Club will be holding a special 50 Year Reunion Dinner to celebrate half a century of Lionism in Kingaroy at the Kingaroy RSL from 6:00pm until late tonight (dinner starts artound 6:30pm). All current and past Lions and Leo club members and their spouses are very welcome and tickets are $35 per head. Guests can renew old friendships, make new ones and relive some wonderful memories. You can obtain more details by phoning Yvonne on (07) 4162-3647 (or by emailing her), or Julie on 0438-624-621 (or by emailing her). Saturday Rugby League - Cherbourg The latest round of the South Burnett's pre-season rugby league games will be held at Jack O'Chin Oval in Cherbourg today, kicking off at 9:00am with an U6s/U8s match between Cherbourg and Murgon. This will be followed at 10:15am with an U10s Nanango v Wondai match; and then at 10:50am with another U10s match: Cherbourg v Murgon. At 11:25am there'll be a string of three U12s matches: Kingaroy v Nanango; then Murgon v Wondai; and then Cherbourg v Combined. And at 1:40pm, there'll be an U14s match between Kingaroy and Wondai, followed at 2:25pm by an U18s clash between Cherbourg and Kingaroy/Murgon. The first A-Grade game of the day - Murgon v Gayndah - will be played at 3:25pm; and the second - Cherbourg v Kingaroy - will kick off at 4:35pm. Spectators and supporters are very welcome at all matches. March 29 Nanango Campdraft The annual Nanango Campdraft will be held at the Nanango Showgrounds in Cairns Street, Nanango from 6:00amearly this morning through until late this afternoon. There'll be two drafts - a Novice and the Heritage Community Bank Open Draft - and a bar and canteen will be operating all day. Admission is 100% free for spectators and everyone is welcome. More details? Contact Lyn on 0427-250-548 or Alan on (07) 4163-2367. Nanango RSL AGM The Nanango RSL will be holding its Annual General Meeting at Taras Hall at 26 Henry Street, Nanango at 9:30am this morning. All members are encouraged to attend. 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. Seafood Sunday - Bunya Mountains If you're looking for something great to do this weekend, Lyrics Restaurant at Dandabah in the Bunya Mountains - just behind the Bunya Mountains General Store - will be holding their monthly "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 - and be warned! The serving sizes are h-u-g-e. However, bookings are essential because places are limited: (07) 4668-3131 Open Mic Jam Session - Kingaroy The Broadway Hotel in Kingaroy Street, Kingaroy will be holding an Open Mic Jam Session from 2:00pm until around 6:30pm this afrternoon in conjunction with Mr Q. It's open to all musicians and artists, and everyone is welcome. More details? Phone Tony on 0439-077-681. Kingaroy RSL AGM Kingaroy RSL will be holding its Annual General Meeting in the club's Tobruk Room at 9:30am this morning (entry is via the doors on the cinema side of the club). All members are encouraged to attend. Kingaroy Cricket & Sports Club Re-Opening The Kingaroy Cricket & Sports Club at Lyle Vidler Oval in Youngman Street, Kingaroy will be holding a Grand Reopening party from 1:00pm onwards today to celebrate its recent refurbishments. Popular entertainer Liam Parsons will be providing live music; there'll be a free jumping castle for kids; and lots of promotions, giveaways and fun activities. The club will also be debuting its new lunch menu, which features a few things never seen in Kingaroy before. Everyone is welcome! Maidenwell Car Boot Sales And Market Stalls If you're heading up to the Bunya Mountains today, go via Maidenwell and you can browse the new Maidenwell Car Boot Sales And Market Stalls at the Maidenwell Sportsgrounds (just next to the Rural Fire Brigade HQ in the heart of town). These markets offer car boot sales plus a variety of market stalls selling various goods and wares, including food and produce. Stallholder/Car boot fees are just $10 each, payable on day, and all proceeds go to the Maidenwell Community Group for the development of the township. The markets run from 8:00am to 2:00pm and everyone is welcome! More details? Phone Robyn on 0407-645-013. Rock & Roll Dance Lessons - Nanango Rock & Roll Dance Lessons will be held at the Heritage Pavilion inside Nanango Showgrounds in Cairns Street at 1:00pm this afternoon. The cost for a 2-hour lesson is $10 and beginners are very welcome. Classes are held fortnightly. More details? Phone Sue on 0418-759-330. Barambah Bowhunters Fun Day - Nanango The Barambah Bowhunters and Field Archers Association will be holding a Fun Day at their clubhouse and archery range on Bowhunters Road off the D'Aguilar Highway south of Nanango from 10:00am to 12:00 noon this morning - just perfect for anyone who'd like to try archery out. If you're coming you'll need to wear enclosed footwear, but bows can be borrowed from the club for the morning at no charge if you don't have your own, and free coaching is available too. 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. 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) Bunya Mountains Markets The monthly Bunya Mountains Markets will also be running at Dandabah in the Bunya Mountains today. The markets feature up to 30 stands selling quality, locally-produced fresh produce, arts and crafts and they'll be operating from 9:00am to 2:00pm. Local cafes like Poppies On The Hill and The Bunya Mountains Cafe will be offering special Market Day menus and morning teas, lunches and afternoon teas (as well as Seafood Sunday at Lyrics licensed restaurant - see entry above), and walking trail maps will be available from both cafes, the Bunya Mountains General Store and market stalls if you'd like to take a walk through the adjoining National Park. Timbertown Woodworkers Group Meeting The Timbertown Woodworkers group will be holding their regular Sunday morning meeting at the Blackbutt Showgrounds in Bowman Road, Blackbutt from 8:30am until around 12:00 noon 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 March 30 Facebook Workshop - Murgon BIEDO wil be holding a Facebook workshop at the Murgon Services Club in Lamb Street, Murgon from 6:00pm to 9:00pm this evening. The workshop will take you through the process of setting up a Facebook account and page, and teach you how to make posts. The workshop is free and cake, coffee and wi-fi will be provided, but you should bring your own laptop (though some will be available tonight if you don't have one). More details? Phone Amanda on 0448-462-639 or BIEDO on 4169-7851 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. Wondai Swimming Club 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! More details? Phone Lainie on (0411) 024-834. Nanango Men's Shed The Nanango Men's Shed at the corner of Mt Stanley Road and Heathermore Lane, Nanango will be open from 8:30am to 12:30pm today (and also on Wednesdays). New members are very welcome! More details? Phone Ben on 0491-102-087 Kingaroy SES Training Night The Kingaroy SES will be holding their regular Monday night training session at the Kingaroy SES headquarters in Glendon Street, Kingaroy (next to Kingaroy X-Ray) from 7:00pm to 9:00pm this evening. New members are always very welcome. More details? Phone 0428-741-274 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 (opposite Shoppingworld) 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 and public 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. Yarning Session - Cherbourg A yarning session for men will be held at the Gundoo Child Care Centre in Fisher Street, Cherbourg at 10:00am this morning to look at how men can become more involved in child care, either as a career in a child care centre or at home with their own children. The yarning session has been convened by Gundoo's child care group leader Jeffrey Dynevor, who believes children need positive male role models when they're growing up in order to become well-rounded adults. The yarning session is completely free, and is open to both Indignous and non-Indigenous men of any age. More details? Phone Gundoo on (07) 4168 2832. You can also read more about today's get-together on our website. Monday Evening Bingo - Blackbutt Bingo games will be held at Nukku Nook at the head of the Blackbutt Rail Trail in Hart Street, Blackbutt from 7:00pm this evening (eyes down at 7:30pm sharp). These weekly bingo nights are a fundraiser for the Blackbutt and District Tourism and Heritage Association and everyone is welcome! More details? Phone Noeleen on (07) 4163-0413 or send her an email. Wondai SES Meeting The Wondai SES will be holding their regular Monday night training session at their shed in McCord Street, Wondai from 5:00pm to 7:00pm. Anyone from the Wondai and Tingoora areas who's interested in joining the SES or just finding out more about what's involved is very welcome to come along. More details? Phone Dean on (0409) 480-553 March 31 Tuesday Night AFL Training The South Burnett Saints men's and women's AFL teams will be holding their regular Tuesday night training session at Lyle Vidler Oval in Youngman Street, Kingaroy at 5:45pm tonight. Extra women's players are very welcome, and so are spectators. South Burnett Chorale - Kingaroy The South Burnett Chorale will be holding their regular Tuesday practice night at the Church of Christ Hall at the corner of Haly and Burnett Streets in Kingaroy from 7:30pm to 9:30pm this evening. The Chorale meets every Tuesdy night during school terms, and new members are always very welcome! More details? Phone (07) 4162-1332 or send them an email. Indoor Bowls - Yarraman The Yarraman Indoor Bowls Club will be holding their regular Tuesday morning meeting at the Lutheran Hall in McDaniell Street, Yarraman from 9:00am onwards today (bowls start around 9:30am and wrap up around 11:45am). New members are always very welcome! More details? Phone Alison on 0417-263-757 or (07) 4163-8087 Danny's Diner - Kingaroy Danny's Diner - a free community dinner - will be held at the Uniting Church Hall at the corner of Alford and Youngman streets in Kingaroy from 5:30pm to 7:00pm tonight. The dinner is an initiative of the Kingaroy District Ministry Association and is for the benefit of anyone who's hungry or otherwise doing it tough. While an RSVP isn't essential, it would be appreciated to help plan the catering. You can make one by phoning Lenelle on (07) 4162-8482. You can also read more about Danny's Diner on our website. Kingaroy Men's Shed The Kingaroy Men's Shed will be open from 9:00am to 12:00 noon and 2:00pm to 4:00pm today behind the Salvation Army's headquarters at 44 Alford Street in Kingaroy. The shed is open to all men who'd enjoy the companionship of other men while undertaking woodwork, metalwork or similar projects or who'd just enjoy a chat. More details? Phone the Salvos on (07) 4162-5246. Tuesday Social Dancing - Kingaroy A social dance featuring Old Time and New Vogue styles will be held at the CWA Hall in Kingaroy Street, Kingaroy between 6:00pm and 9:00pm this evening. Admission is $5, which includes tea and a light supper. More details? Phone Derrick on (07) 4163-6294 Indoor Bowls - Nanango The Nanango Indoor Bowls Association will be holding their regular weekly indoor bowls matches at the Nanango Cultural Centre in George Street, Nanango at 7:00pm this evening (matches start at 7:30pm sharp). New players are always very welcome. More details? Phone Keith on (07) 4163-1522 or Denise on (07) 4163-2263 Nanango Scout Club Meeting The Nanango Scout Club - which meets every Tuesday night during school terms - will be holding its regular weekly meeting at the Scout Den at 40 Henry Street, Nanango (just next to the police station) from 5:30pm to around 7:00pm tonight. The group currently has three sections in operation: Joeys (for children aged 6 to 8 years); Cubs (8-11 years); and Scouts (11-15 years). New members are always very welcome, and so are new leaders and youth members for all sections. More details? Phone Shirley Masnata on (07) 4163-7455 or send her an email. Country Crafters Meeting - Blackbutt The Blackbutt Country Crafters will be holding their regular Tuesday morning meeting at the Uniting Church Hall in Coulson Street, Blackbutt from 9:30am to 2:00pm today. The group caters for people interested in crafts and new members are always welcome. More details? Phone June on (07) 4170-0054 or Roslyn on (07) 4163-0682 Charlotte The Emu Memorial Committee Meeting - Wondai The Charlotte The Emu Memorial Committee will be holding a meeting at the CROW-FM 90.7 studios at the corner of Haly and Scott Streets in Wondai at 6:00pm this evening. All interested people are welcome to attend. SBCOnShow Meeting - Murgon The South Burnett & Cherbourg On Show festival committee will be holding their third meeting for 2015 from 10:30am to 12:30pm this morning at the old Murgon Shire Council Chambers in Stephens Street West, Murgon to work on planning this year's October long weekend event. All interested people are very welcome to attend. More details? Phone Dafyd on (07) 4162-3899.