VSB Fears Tourism Meltdown
The Visit South Burnett (VSB) local tourism organisation is concerned event cancellations due to COVID-19 could devastate the region’s tourism operators.
Gallery A Major Tourist Attraction
The Wondai Regional Art Gallery is now the second-biggest volunteer-run tourist attraction in Wondai.
Motorbike Rider Killed In Crash
A motorcycle rider has died after a crash on Memerambi-Barkers Creek Road on Tuesday afternoon.
Numbers Dip But Prices Steady
Good local rainfall reduced numbers to just over 500 at the latest Murgon fortnightly cattle sale on Tuesday.
Rain Pushes Back Wind Farm Date
Recent wet weather and some quality issues with a small number of turbine components have extended the completion date for the Coopers Gap Wind Farm from June to September.
Inquiry Examines Livestock Transport Safety
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) is calling for public feedback on safety reforms for livestock transport.
Numbers Up At Proston Show
Numbers were up at Proston’s 62nd annual show on Saturday … more horse entries, more cattle, more politicians and most importantly, more people through the gate.
Thresher To Get A Makeover
An old Stolzenberg thresher behind Kingaroy’s Visitor Information Centre is about to get a new lease of life
Nanango To Host Candidates Forum
The Nanango Tourism and Development Association will hold a candidates forum in Nanango next Tuesday night so voters can meet candidates for the March 28 council elections
63 Charged After Drug Raids
Sixty-three people have been charged with drug offences after five-month police investigation in Blackbutt, Yarraman, Nanango and Kingaroy.
Colourful Fundraiser Hits The Mark
St Mary’s Catholic College’s P&F launched their fundraising drive for the school’s new air-conditioning system on the weekend, despite the dark threat of rain clouds looming over Kingaroy.
Meeting Aims To Restart QCWA
A public meeting will be held in Murgon next month to look at reopening the town’s QCWA branch.
Bunya Nut Cookbook Unveiled
A new recipe book showcasing tried and tested Bunya nut recipes from mountain residents was launched last week.
Prices Stay Firm And Numbers Rise
Prices stayed high and cattle numbers rose almost 20 per cent at the latest fortnightly cattle sale in Murgon on Tuesday.
New Tourism Group Launches
The immediate future of international tourism in Queensland looks bleak, but South Burnett tourism operators could benefit from a lift in domestic tourism.
Man Dies After Highway Collision
An 85-year-old man injured in a crash at the junction of the D’Aguilar and Brisbane Valley Highways on February 16 has died.
Blackbutt Housing Haven Expands
Blackbutt retirees looking to downsize have a new option available to them, thanks to the Blackbutt and Benarkin Aged Care Association
Auditor Gives Council A Tick
The South Burnett Regional Council is in good financial shape, according to the latest report from the Queensland Audit Office (QAO).
Wondai Can’t Join Tourism Group … Yet
The Wondai Business Networking Group will have to incorporate before it can join the South Burnett Regional Council’s Tourism Advisory Committee (TAC).
One-Stop Service For Agribusiness
The State Government has launched a new website to help agribusinesses grow and expand.
