Cyclists Link Up With Nanango
Nanango played host to 33 cyclists from the Sunshine Coast last week much to the delight of local businesses.
Labor’s Secret 38pc Cut To Rural Firies
The LNP is demanding the Palaszczuk Labor Government reverse its disgraceful decision to rip another $7m from the budget of our Rural Fire Brigades.
No Lockdown For Cherbourg
COVID-19 restrictions introduced on Monday will not see the Cherbourg community go into lockdown again, but visitors from pandemic hot spots are not being encouraged.
LGAQ Unveils Election Wishlist
The Local Government Association of Queensland (LGAQ) – the peak body representing all Queensland councils – has unveiled its wishlist for the upcoming State Election.
Roofing Contract Causes Concern
Gympie Regional Council will spend an extra $89,000 to re-roof Imbil’s water reservoir after discovering the original estimate for the roofing was 60 per cent below what was needed.
Restrictions To Last At Least 14 Days
COVID-19 restrictions in the South Burnett – which started at 8:00am on Monday – are likely to remain in force for at least a fortnight.
Four New Cases In Qld
Four new confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Queensland were announced on Sunday morning, taking the State’s active case tally to 28.
Cattle Market Stays Strong
Agents yarded 600 head in Murgon on Tuesday, and export cattle remained firm on previous sales.
Council To Trial Arts-Led Revival
Toowoomba Regional Council will partner with Renew Australia in a Queensland-first trial to revitalise Toowoomba’s CBD and fill empty shops with creative projects.
Water Restrictions To Stay … For Now
Level 3 water restrictions which have been in effect since March 2017 will be reviewed towards the end of the year to determine if they need to be changed.
Council Approves Expansion
Murgon’s Men’s Shed will have their grounds enlarged so two railway carriages displayed next to the former Murgon Railway Station can be moved.
Branch Celebrates 98th Birthday
Kingaroy’s QCWA branch – the oldest in the state – celebrated its 98th birthday on Saturday morning in an unusual but tasty way.
Mayor Embraces Tourism Deal
South Burnett mayor Brett Otto believes tourism has a strong future in the region.
Pharmacy Offers New Experience
A Kingaroy chemist shop has expanded its range to cater for a growing community interest in holistic health products.
Councillors Hear Water Plea
A petition sponsored by Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington and signed by 656 residents opposing a 150 per cent increase in standpipe water charges was delivered to the South Burnett Regional Council on Wednesday.
Council To Fund Tourism Group
South Burnett Regional Council will fund a local tourism association for six months, with the possibility of future support if the group meets agreed performance targets.
Toowoomba Proposes Water Alliance
oowoomba Regional Council will work with neighbouring councils to form a Water Alliance in an effort to ensure future water security for the Darling Downs.
Service Salutes Memories Of WWII
One of Alf Purser’s strongest memories of World War II was picking up Australian prisoners from a Japanese POW camp and flying them back to Australia soon after peace was declared.
Export Prices Stay Firm
Murgon combined agents held their fat and store sale on Tuesday, where 800 head were yarded.
Student Wins National Prize
St John’s Lutheran School student Charlotte Landherr has won first prize in a national writing competition.
