Funding For Local Nature Refuges
Two South Burnett nature refuges are among 80 across Queensland which will receive grants under the latest round of the State Government’s Nature Refuge Landholder Grants program.
Rains Came, Crowds Remained
Wet weather and a chilly morning could not deter South Burnett residents turning out in force at Anzac Day commemorations across the region on Monday.
Ballot Spots Decided For Federal Poll
The ballot draw for the upcoming Federal Election was conducted on Friday following the close of nominations.
Rural GPs Press For Reforms
The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners (RACGP) is urging whichever party wins the Federal Election to boost support for GPs in rural and remote areas.
Meeting To Discuss Signs
Consultants have invited Bunya Mountains residents to attend a “have your say” morning about names and signs for the new Russell Park Mountain Bike Trails.
Driver Escapes With Cuts
A 54-year-old woman was lucky to escape serious injuries when her windscreen was smashed on the Bunya Highway.
Young Players Ready For Action
It’s been a long build-up but the 2022 South Burnett Rugby League season will finally kick off on Saturday with a full day of junior and senior games at Kassulke Oval in Nanango.
Nanango Punters Hop To It
The bonnets were out in force for Nanango Race Club’s annual Easter race meeting last Saturday.
Red Earth To Lead Resilience Project
Red Earth Community Foundation will be the local agency for a three-year project which aims to help the Inland Burnett become “disaster resilient” and “future ready”.
COVID Quarantine Rules To Ease
COVID-19 quarantine requirements for close contacts will be removed in Queensland from 6:00pm next Thursday (April 28).
How Australia Ended Up At Gallipoli
How a driver’s wrong turn on a Sarajevo street allowed a young Bosnian Serb nationalist to assassinate the heir to the Hapsburg Empire, sparking the carnage of World War I, was explored in a talk in Kingaroy on Friday morning.
Industry Alert For Lumpy Disease
The State Government convened a meeting of industry leaders and other stakeholders in Brisbane this week in a bit to ensure Queensland is best prepared to address the risk of Lumpy Skin Disease (LSD) in cattle.
GRDC Seeks Input On Five-Year Plan
Where should Australian research be focussed to help ensure growers are profitable now and into the future?
Aust Post Honours CWA Centenary
Australia Post has released a stamp to celebrate 100 years of work by Country Women’s Associations across Australia to improve the lives of rural and regional women.
RACQ Calls For Road Upgrades
The RACQ has called on all political parties and candidates in the upcoming Federal Election to prioritise road projects in the Wide Bay and Burnett – including upgrades to the Burnett and D’Aguilar highways.
Soccer Ready To Roll
The South Burnett’s senior and junior soccer competitions will be getting under way this weekend.
COVID Case Numbers Jump
The confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the South Burnett and Cherbourg areas have jumped by 20 during the past 24-hour reporting period.
Saints Hit The Road For Round 1
The South Burnett Saints will be heading off to Dalby this weekend for Round 1 of the 2022 Darling Downs AFL competition.
Drought Status Revoked
The South Burnett, Cherbourg, Toowoomba and Gympie council areas are no longer officially considered to be in drought.
MPs Collect Mental Health Evidence
A State Parliament Select Committee paid a whistlestop visit to Kingaroy on Wednesday to collect information about the mental health issues faced by the South Burnett community.
