Latest News

A Chance To Say ‘Thank You’

A Chance To Say ‘Thank You’

Rural firefighters and State Emergency Service members are inviting the public to come along to Pioneer Park in Nanango on Saturday to celebrate National Volunteer Week.

Wide Bay Has A Say

Wide Bay Has A Say

South Burnett residents living in the Federal electorate of Wide Bay should keep an eye out for a survey form being distributed this weekend.

Consumers Warned: Be Alert For Scams

Consumers Warned: Be Alert For Scams

The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has warned consumers to be alert after more than $340 million was reported lost to scams in Australia last year.

Running The Path To Reconciliation

Running The Path To Reconciliation

About 450 runners and walkers – old and young – travelled the “Reconciliation Road” between Murgon and Cherbourg on Sunday for the fifth annual Reconciliation Fun Run.

Take The Pledge: Drive Safely!

Take The Pledge: Drive Safely!

Your really don’t want to meet these three when they’re hard at work … if you do, you’re probably trapped, seriously injured or dying out on a local highway.

Cyclists Take Well-Earned Break

Cyclists Take Well-Earned Break

Forty-three cyclists and 12 support staff camped overnight at the Blackbutt Showgrounds on Monday as part of a huge fundraising effort for the Children’s Hospital Foundation.

Mercury Drops Below Zero

Mercury Drops Below Zero

The South Burnett shivered through its coldest morning so far this year on Monday, with the mercury dropping to -1.4 degrees in Kingaroy.

Opposition ‘Spray’ Over Weeds

Opposition ‘Spray’ Over Weeds

Opposition agriculture spokesman Tony Perrett has given the State Government a “spray” over delays in releasing a Parliamentary Report on the impact of invasive weeds.

Second Petition Targets Crime

Second Petition Targets Crime

A second petition – which Police Minister Mark Ryan will be obliged to acknowledge – has been launched targeting crime issues in the South Burnett.

Get Ready For A Doggone Good Time!

Get Ready For A Doggone Good Time!

This Sunday (May 20) dogs and their families right around Australia will be taking part in a Million Paws Walk event to help raise money for the many animals living and waiting in RSPCA shelters.