2026 Australia Day Nominees

The names of the 75 nominees for the South Burnett Regional Council’s 2026 Australia Day Awards were released on Monday.

Saints On Top At Summer Break

South Burnett cricket competition newcomers Saints confirmed their position at the top of the ladder by downing Kingaroy Services at Wondai last Saturday.

Kilkivan Farewells Popular GP

Kilkivan Rural Clinic’s popular GP Sandra Zeeman was farewelled last week by the community after 12 years of care.

Santa Enjoys Making History

Santa Claus dropped in last week at the Christmas break-up of the South Burnett Genealogical and Family History Society at Kingaroy RSL Club.

Pinion To Lead Water Research

Grain growers in medium and high rainfall zones will gain new tools to tackle waterlogging, runoff and evaporation thanks to a major new national project led by Pinion Advisory.

Proud Day For Schmidt Family

Member for Nanango, Attorney-General Deb Frecklington, celebrated a proud moment in the Supreme Court of Queensland recently, moving the admission of Kingaroy local resident Oscar Schmidt as a Legal Practitioner.

Murder Charge: Mental Health Check

The Queensland Mental Health Court will decide the state of mind of a Kilkivan man charged with murder over the death of his uncle.

New Transfer Station Ready To Open

The new Waste Transfer Station at Maidenwell will officially open on Monday, December 22.

Disaster Groups Prepare For Action

South Burnett Local Disaster Management Group and Local Disaster Recovery Group members met recently to discuss preparations ahead of the storm season.

Funding Targets Youth Crime

Member for Nanango, Attorney-General Deb Frecklington, has congratulated South Burnett CTC on their successful grant application under the State Government’s $100 million Kickstarter Program.

Online Portal To Find Grants

Several local councils have joined the Grants Guru online portal to help community groups, sporting clubs, not-for-profits and local businesses explore grant opportunities.

Full Fields For Nanango Races

The Sportsbet Nanango Race Club will be holding its Christmas Race Meeting at the Lee Park Racecourse on Saturday.

Christmas Bargains At Wondai Gallery

The Wondai Regional Art Gallery could be the place to visit if you’re after a last-minute Christmas gift!

Ex-Councillor In Tragedy

Former Somerset councillor Kirsten Moriarty has been identified as the woman found dead inside a vehicle in southern NSW.

Age Limit Slashed For Ankle Monitors

A Bill was introduced into State Parliament on Wednesday which will mean children as young as 10 – anywhere in Queensland – could be ordered by courts to wear electronic ankle monitors while on bail.

SES Celebrates 50 Years

The Plymouth Brethren’s Rapid Relief Team helped South Burnett SES volunteers celebrate their recent 50th anniversary.

Darryl Looks Back With Pride

Year 12 student Darryl Gyemore says he felt honoured to represent his community while studying at Saint Mary’s Catholic College in Kingaroy.

Olivia To Study At Japanese Uni

A Year 12 Kingaroy State High School graduate has been offered a place at Doshisha University in Kyoto, one of the Japan’s most respected private universities, to study a Bachelor of Liberal Arts.

Generations Of Excellence

DEB’S DIARY

It was a pleasure to visit the Brown family’s Pakaderinga Feedlot, a long‑standing operation that has been proudly run across generations.

RACQ Urges Parents: Think Carefully

The RACQ has urged parents to think carefully before giving an e-scooter to their children as a Christmas present following the release of the latest injury data.

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