MP Calls For Nanango Safety Upgrade
Local MP Deb Frecklington has written to South Burnett mayor Brett Otto calling for safety improvements on Brown Street in Nanango following the tragic loss of life in the recent flash floods.
Farmers Urged To Seek Help
South Burnett Regional Council is encouraging property owners not to “self-assess” their eligibility for disaster assistance.
Boondooma Seven In Court
The seven men arrested during an August 8 drug raid at Boondooma have had their charges mentioned in Murgon Magistrates Court.
Have You Seen Jason?
UPDATE: Jason has been located safe and well in Brisbane.
BOM Issues La Niña Alert
The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a “La Niña Alert”, saying the chance of La Niña returning in Spring was now triple the normal risk.
Next Step Taken On Path To Treaty
The State Government announced the next steps on the Path to Treaty in Queensland at an historic ceremony on the lawns of Parliament House in Brisbane on Tuesday.
New CEO Appointed to Grains Aust
Former Australian Export Grains Innovation Centre (AEGIC) chief Richard Simonaitis has been appointed CEO of Grains Australia.
Plan To Guide Flood Recovery
Major-General Jake Ellwood visited the South Burnett Regional Council recently to share copies of the State Recovery and Resilience Plan 2022-24.
Volunteers Dish Out Winter Warmth
Organisers have blamed the threat of rain for a low turnout at Friday night’s free “Winter Warmers” event in the Kingaroy Town Hall Forecourt.
Saints’ Season Winds Up
South Burnett Saints bowed out of the Darling Downs AFL competition on Saturday, going down to fourth-placed University Cougars.
Nail-Biting Finish For Thrashers
A penalty kick right on full-time has ended the South Burnett Thrashers’ 2022 campaign in the Darling Downs rugby union competition.
Workshop For Volunteer Groups
A workshop will be held in Kingaroy on August 30 to encourage “best practice” in groups that use volunteers.
Driver Struck By Flying Metal
A driver travelling on Reillys Road at Cushnie on Friday evening was injured when a metal object reportedly pierced her windscreen.
Eagles Keen To Make History
The big news in rugby league this week is the fact all three South Burnett Eagles women’s teams will be playing in Grand Finals this weekend!
Home Game To Finish Season
South Burnett Saints kicked six goals in their clash against Dalby on Saturday, but it wasn’t enough to shoot down the Swans.
Rescue Service Pioneer Dies
Helicopter rescue pioneer – and former Kingaroy resident – Don Moffatt is being remembered as the man who played a critical role in developing the aeromedical service that services much of south-east Qld.
Union Takes On Maccas
The Shop, Distributive and Allied Employees’ Association (SDA) has launched a massive compensation bid on behalf of 250,000 current and former McDonald’s workers across Australia.
Otto Urges Federal Action On Health
South Burnett Mayor Brett Otto has called on the Federal Government to “step up” and address the health issues in rural areas.
Talk To Explore New Agrifood Systems
The latest techniques in agrifood systems will be the focus of a free information session to be held in Murgon on September 8.
Cameras Aim To Keep Farms Safe
Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington has presented Kumbia Neighbourhood Watch with a $500 cheque to support local crimefighting.
