Scientists Target LSD Vaccines
Research is under way in Queensland to develop local vaccines and field tests for Lumpy Skin Disease (LSD) in cattle.
Georgie Joins FRRR Board
Well-known South Burnett businesswoman Georgie Somerset AM has added the Foundation for Rural & Regional Renewal (FRRR) to her long list of Board appointments.
Police Probe Possible Drugs Link
Police are investigating whether a large-scale cannabis production facility south of Bundaberg could be linked to a similar commercial-scale operation located at Boondooma in August.
Antfest Takes Over Art Gallery
The very talented members of the Jumping Ant Arts group have taken over the Kingaroy Regional Art Gallery for October for their annual “Antfest” exhibition.
Service Honours Fallen Police
Serving and former police, their families and community members gathered recently for National Police Remembrance Day.
Vic’s Tips Aid Young Cricketers
A recent junior cricket coaching clinic held in Nanango gave local juniors the opportunity to learn from top coach Vic Williams.
Charlie Speaks Up At Parliament
Former Kingaroy State High School student Charlie Plant has taken the opportunity of representing the Nanango Electorate at this year’s YMCA Youth Parliament to highlight important issues facing regional areas.
‘Health Equity’ Strategy Launched
Darling Downs Health has launched an ambitious “health equity” strategy which aims to ensure First Nations’ residents have the same life expectancy as everyone else in the region by 2031.
Learner-Drivers Face 30-Day Delay
Transport Minister Mark Bailey has admitted that South Burnett learner-drivers are currently waiting 30 days to get a car or truck driving test.
Council Clears Div 1 Councillor
South Burnett councillors have unanimously endorsed a motion clearing Cr Jane Erkens of inappropriate conduct.
Woman Hurt In Crash
A woman was transported to hospital after a single-vehicle crash at Pimpimbudgee on Tuesday morning.
Generous Start To Pink Campaign
The South Burnett’s annual “pink” fundraising campaign to raise money for the McGrath Foundation’s breast care nurses was launched on Monday with a generous donation by two Kingaroy residents.
Woman Hurt In Paragliding Fall
A woman aged in her 30s was flown by rescue helicopter to the Princess Alexandra Hospital in Brisbane after a serious paragliding accident at Wondai Airport on Saturday morning.
Hall Trashed During Break-In
Police are investigating a break-in at the Cherbourg Town Hall in the early hours of Saturday morning.
Speeding Driver Fined $1653
A 29-year-old man has lost his licence for six months – and been fined $1653 – after being stopped by police on the Burnett Highway at Moffatdale.
Free COVID Test Kits Available
Concession card holders in the South Burnett and Toowoomba council areas can now get free COVID-19 rapid antigen tests at Council facilities.
RACQ Grants Close Soon
Queensland community groups affected by a severe weather event have been urged to apply for an RACQ Foundation grant, with the latest funding round closing soon.
Coal Dust Exposure Level Halved
A new standard for workplace exposure to coal dust came into force in Queensland on Saturday.
Kingaroy Tops Local Solar Data
Kingaroy and surrounds have the biggest number of rooftop solar installations in the South Burnett, according to figures released last week by the State Government
Wind Farm Info Sessions Planned
More public information sessions will be held soon about the proposed Iron Leaf wind farm at Ironpot, which will be known as “Tarong West” after the State Government invests $776 million in the project.
