921 Qld COVID-19 Cases
Queensland has had 48 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 since Friday, taking the State’s total to 921.
Weed Project Winds Up
A two-year program to treat weed infestations in the Barambah and Boonara creek catchments has wound up, with 70km of riverbanks treated.
Four Injured In Crash
Four people were injured – two seriously – after a vehicle left the road and hit a tree on Gayndah-Mundubbera Road early on Saturday morning.
Ekka Cancelled
For only the third time in its 143-year history, the Ekka has been cancelled … another victim of the COVID-19 pandemic.
‘Bomb’ Fire Wakes Town
Detectives are investigating an incident that occurred in the early hours of Sunday morning which woke many Kingaroy residents.
Pilot Airlifted After Crash
A pilot has escaped serious injuries after his cropduster crashed on the north side of Kingaroy on Sunday morning.
Key Council Roles Still Undecided
A week after the South Burnett went to the polls, some key positions in local councils are still undecided
Footy Codes Eager For Action
The South Burnett’s footy codes are keen to kick off again as soon as life returns to normal post-COVID-19.
MP Clarifies Boating Rules
Queensland boaties can still take their boats out locally this weekend to fish or travel for essential reasons.
Farmers ‘Still Barred’ From Gun Shops: MP
Thousands of farmers are still barred from using licensed armourers and dealers despite the State Government’s recent COVID-19 backflip, according to the LNP.
COVID-19 Message To Visitors
The South Burnett Local Disaster Management Group is aware a small number of travellers continue to be present in the South Burnett region.
Serious Injuries In Crash
A person has been airlifted to hospital following a single-vehicle crash near Durong on Friday morning.
Ergon Launches SMS Power Alerts
Ergon Energy has launched a free SMS notification service to keep customers informed about power outages – whether it’s an emergency outage or for critical network maintenance.
Qld COVID-19 Tally Hits 873
There have been 39 new cases of COVID-19 confirmed in Queensland since Thursday, taking the total to 873.
Let’s Spread A Ray Of Sunshine
Feeling gloomy because of all the viral news? A couple of soon-to-be elected councillors want to do something about it!
‘Another Test That We Will Pass’
Kingaroy Police have praised the local community for remaining calm during the COVID-19 threat but have warned would-be criminals that it is business as usual for local officers.
Drought Relief Deadline Extended
Queensland primary producers will have extra time to lodge drought assistance claims – and are being urged to apply electronically – due to the impact of COVID-19 on claim processing times.
CSIRO Tests Potential Vaccines
The CSIRO has begun the first stage of testing potential vaccines for COVID-19.
TRC To Automate Crossings
Toowoomba Regional Council will begin automating CBD pedestrian crossings as soon as possible to help limit the spread of COVID-19.
Lock Up Your Guns!
Police are urging firearms owners to exercise vigilance after a spate of recent thefts.
