Council

Council Inquiry ‘Kicking The Can’

Council Inquiry ‘Kicking The Can’

The Federal Coalition has labelled this week’s announcement of an inquiry into the financial sustainability of local councils as “another broken promise” and “a cynical attempt to stall action to deliver more support”.

Upgrade To Be Completed In May

Upgrade To Be Completed In May

South Burnett Regional Council’s upgrade to the lower end of Scott Street in Wondai is now well under way … as motorists and pedestrians in the area would be well aware.

Council Asks For Sign Feedback

Council Asks For Sign Feedback

South Burnett Regional Council will hold a community consultation meeting to get feedback from Murgon residents about sign designs for QEII Park.

TRC Plans Multiple Flood Repairs

TRC Plans Multiple Flood Repairs

Residents along Pierces Creek Road – from Mt Binga to Crows Nest – have been advised by the Toowoomba Regional Council to plan their journeys as multiple flood recovery projects are scheduled  for the remainder of this year.

Reg, You’ve Done Us Proud

Reg, You’ve Done Us Proud

“We’ve Done Us Proud” … the Slim Dusty classic echoed across the Nanango Showgrounds on Friday afternoon at the start of a memorial service for the late Reg McCallum, OAM.

‘The Justice System Isn’t Working’

‘The Justice System Isn’t Working’

“The system isn’t working!” That’s the message Cherbourg Council CEO Chatur Zala wants to get out after a string of break-ins and vandalism in the community over the past few weeks.

Mayor Injured In Crash

Mayor Injured In Crash

Gympie Mayor Glen Hartwig is expected to have further scans on Tuesday after being involved in a serious crash at Ross Creek, near Goomboorian, on Monday night.

Bumper Roll-Up At Yarraman

Bumper Roll-Up At Yarraman

A forum for candidates contesting the upcoming Toowoomba Regional Council elections drew a bumper roll-up of candidates on Saturday night.

Kindy Project Gets Go-Ahead

Kindy Project Gets Go-Ahead

South Burnett Regional Council has given development approval for a new childcare centre on the former Canowindra site in Kingaroy, despite concerns from some local residents about noise and parking.

TRC Budget Costs Drop

TRC Budget Costs Drop

Toowoomba Regional Council’s estimated capital budget for the 2023-24 financial year has dropped by about $10 million, largely due to the timing associated with a number of water projects.