MP Queries Flood Aid Rejections
Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington has questioned the State Government about why so many flood grant applications by primary producers and small businesses have been declined.
Enjoy Some Warmth In Winter
Looking for a cheap night out with free entertainment and food? Then mark your calendars for Friday, August 12.
Lamb From Bell To The World
A Bell-based farming business has been selected to take part in the 2022 Shell QGC Emerging Exporters Program.
Scientists Target Varroa Mite
Australian scientists are working on a groundbreaking hormone-based, bee-friendly Varroa pesticide.
PCYC To Host Wheelchair Training
The Suncoast Spinners Wheelchair Sports Club has organised a special closed training session for girls on Saturday at the PCYC in Murgon.
Apply Now For Scholarships
Applications are now open for TAFE Queensland’s annual scholarship program.
South Burnett Success At Ekka
South Burnett entrants have been shining in the Ekka’s annual school-based and junior competitions.
Forest View Tops Vaccination List
The Darling Downs Health residential aged care facility in Wondai, Forest View, is the standout performer locally when it comes to COVID-19 vaccination rates.
Farmers Urged To Double Bait Dose
New research by the CSIRO has found mouse populations can be reduced significantly by doubling the amount of zinc phosphide (ZnP) in grain baits used for broadscale agriculture.
Swickers Faces Safety Charge
One of the South Burnett’s largest employers faces a charge of breaching workplace health and safety legislation.
Grants Available For Small Business
Small businesses are being encouraged to apply for a State Government grant of up to $15,000 to help boost turnover, increase their workforce or improve resilience.
Do You Know This Rider?
Kingaroy police are seeking public assistance to try to identify a motorbike rider who allegedly failed to stop for police on the Bunya Highway.
Flood Risk Remains High: BOM
The Bureau of Meteorology has confirmed that a negative Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD) event is under way and will most likely continue over the coming months.
Work Starts On New EV Unit
The new Glendon Street community hub in Kingaroy will feature an electric vehicle recharging station, courtesy of Phase 3 of the State Government’s “Electric Super Highway”
Volunteer Firey Given Honour
The efforts of McEuen Rural Fire Brigade volunteer Nathan Lloyd have been recognised as part of this year’s Rural Fire Service Week (July 31-August 6).
Council, Apprentices Win Awards
Tarong Power Station employee James Christensen has been named the Darling Downs South West Apprentice of the Year.
Red Earth Contemplates 2060
What will the South Burnett look like in 2060? Murgon Town Hall was filled with community leaders last Thursday to discuss ideas and contemplate the future of the region.
Falling Branches Cut Power
Many Nanango and South Nanango residents and businesses lost power on Tuesday morning after falling branches downed powerlines.
Mayor Calls For Acland Decision
Toowoomba mayor Paul Antonio has written to Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk and Resources Minister Scott Stewart to urge the State Government to make a decision on the future of the New Acland coal mine.
Disaster Aid For Councils
Disaster assistance is now available to the South Burnett and North Burnett regional councils after the flash flooding in late July.
