Free Chance For Rare Harvester
An antique Sunshine Header Harvester dating back to the turn of last century will be going up for auction near Goondiwindi on Wednesday.
Anyone For Pimm’s?
Guests at Saturday’s Wine and Food In The Park Festival will discover something new to try this year: Pimm’s
Men Fined Over Argument
A 33-year-old Murgon man and 56-year-old Kingaroy man have been fined after police were called to a disturbance in Kingaroy on Sunday evening.
Grants Program Targets Drought
The media may be full of reports about floods, but the Foundation for Rural and Regional Renewal knows the impacts of the drought are still being felt in many parts of Australia.
Groups Call For Planning Law Changes
Community groups from across Queensland have called for changes to regional planning laws to protect the State’s best farmland and community living areas from unwanted mining and gas projects.
QFF Calls For More Radar
Radar systems which have improved production in Western Australia’s wheatbelt should be rolled out across all agricultural areas, according to the Queensland Farmers Federation.
Mayors Oppose Council Voting Changes
South Burnett Mayor Keith Campbell has called for public consultation about proposed changes to Council elections being considered by the State Government.
Nanango Gears Up For Another Reunion
The annual reunion of past and present Nanango residents will be held in the grounds of Ringsfield House on Saturday, March 16.
CCC Won’t Investigate Mayor
Toowoomba Mayor Paul Antonio will not be investigated by the Crime and Corruption Commission (CCC) after a referral from the Local Government Regional Conduct Review Panel last November.
Festival Going Green in 2019
The South Burnett’s annual Wine And Food In The Park festival plans to become more eco-friendly this year
Rail Trail Group Plans Improvements
A counter-petition in favour of a feasibility study into a Murgon-Proston Rail Trail will be presented to the South Burnett Regional Council’s March meeting.
Qld Passes Human Rights Bill
The State Government has enshrined 23 human rights in a Bill passed in State Parliament on Wednesday.
Tourism Operators Partner With Festival
Accommodation providers are being encouraged to market the upcoming Wine And Food In The Park Festival to their customers as part of a new tourism promotion being organised by Visit South Burnett.
New Plumbing Laws Start July 1
South Burnett Regional Council is updating IT and administration systems ahead of the introduction on July 1 of new State Government plumbing and drainage legislation.
Council Cash Backs Dam Festival
The South Burnett will get a new fishing competition this year despite concerns it might undermine already successful events run by community groups.
Council Tests Market For Land
The South Burnett Regional Council is testing if there is a market for industrial land in Kingaroy.
Proston Show Ready To Go!
The 61st annual Proston Show will fill Proston’s Showgrounds on March 8-9, and the Proston Show Society launched it with a special High Tea on Saturday.
Council Cuts Swickers’ Water Charges
South Burnett Regional Council will temporarily cut Swickers’ water charges to help one of the region’s largest employers save money during a downturn in the pork industry.
Council Honours Nanango Family
One of Nanango’s pioneering families will be recognised for 120 years of contributions to the local community
Fire Destroys Grasslands, Sheds
A fire at a West Wooroolin property was brought under control at 2:20pm on Sunday, about 40 minutes after fire crews arrived on the scene.
