Majority Backs New Airport Fees

Strong lobbying by airport users has failed to stop the SBRC from imposing new landing fees at Kingaroy Airport.

Cool Donation For Hot Performers

A generous donation by two Kingaroy community stalwarts will ensure the South Burnett’s keen musical performers will be able to keep cool in summer and warmer in winter.

$2.5m Allotted To Fire Station Project

The 2025-25 State Budget, handed down by Treasurer David Janetzki in State Parliament on Tuesday, contains some new projects for the South Burnett as well as funding for some that have previously been announced  – or in some cases – almost completed.

Public Housing Plan For Nanango

The State Government has revealed plans to build a large public housing development at the end of Dalby Street in Nanango.

Councils Urged To Debate 13 Motions

South Burnett Regional Council will submit 13 motions for consideration by other Queensland councils at the 2025 Local Government Association of Queensland conference in October.

Feds Bring Forward FA Grants

The Federal Government announced on Monday that it was bringing forward half of its Financial Assistant grant allocations to local councils.

Engraving Day At Kilkivan

Kilkivan Neighbourhood Watch and police will be holding an engraving event this Saturday to help residents protect their property,

Toastmasters Celebrate 35 Years

The South Burnett Toastmasters Club celebrated its 35th birthday last week with a small celebration during its annual changeover night at the Kingaroy RSL Club.

Exciting Speedway Season Ahead

The South Burnett Speedway Club has released its calendar of events for the 2025-26 racing season.

Wondai’s Ready To Start Running

Runners taking part in the eighth annual Wondai Country Running Festival will be hitting the trails around the town again this weekend.

They’re Off To The Ekka!

Goomeri Show Society hosted the South Burnett Sub-Chamber finals on Saturday … the annual event which selects which South Burnett show winners will represent the region at the Ekka.

Driver Suffers Critical Injuries

A man suffered life-threatening injuries when a livestock truck and a 4WD ute collided just south of Cooyar on Monday morning.

Drop4Drop Offers Clean Water

Two Cherbourg organisations are now making water straight out of fresh air, thanks to a free community scheme set up by Australian Army veteran Shannon Lemanski and his wife Dannii.

Training Opportunities At Tarong

Applications have opened for the next intake of apprentices and trainees at the Tarong power stations.

Big Support For Community Hospital

South Burnett Community Hospital Foundation and South Burnett Online co-hosted the Kingaroy Chamber of Commerce & Industry’s June meet’n’greet last Tuesday night.

A New Direction For SBO

Can you believe it? South Burnett Online – www.southburnett.com.au – has been running for 25 years!

Women Hurt In Separate Crashes

A woman, aged in her 50s, suffered facial injuries in a single-vehicle crash on the Bunya Mountains on Sunday morning.

Police Ute Stolen: Teens Arrested

Two teenagers have been arrested after a stolen police vehicle was driven at speed near Murgon on Saturday afternoon.

Grants For Local Small Businesses

Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington has congratulated local businesses which received grants from the latest round of the State Government’s Business Basics program.

Tourism Accolade For Fossil Museum

Tourism & Events Queensland has recognised Murgon’s unique fossil museum and art gallery, 55 Million Years Ago, with a special accolade.

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