Councillor To Defend Civil Complaint
A saga which has been played out for months across social media hit a Kingaroy courtroom for the first time on Friday morning.
Mayor Queries KTP Budget
South Burnett Mayor Brett Otto is seeking more information about the extra $2.8 million added to the Kingaroy Transformation Project’s budget late last year.
Ex-Mayor Named KTP ‘Ambassador’
Former South Burnett mayor Keith Campbell has accepted an invitation from current mayor Brett Otto to become an “ambassador” for the Kingaroy Transformation Project.
Local Councils Receive Bushfire Boost
The Brisbane Valley Rail Trail will get an upgrade and some key bridges in the Gympie region will be replaced, thanks to the latest bushfire recovery funding.
Tender Awarded For Fuel Cell
A tender for the construction and operation of a long-awaited fuel cell at Durong has been awarded to heavy haulage business Corbet’s Group.
Dog Owners Risk Big Fines
A recent dog attack in Nanango and complaints about dog poo on footpaths has prompted South Burnett Regional Council to remind dog owners about their responsibilities.
KTP Moves Along Alford St
The Alford and Glendon Street roundabout in Kingaroy will be closed for 24 hours on Monday as part of the Kingaroy Transformation Project (KTP).
Water Park Plan Shelved
Plans to seek funding for a new water park at Yallakool have been shelved after a feasibility study found the tourist park’s current infrastructure couldn’t support the project.
Council Plans $300,000 Trailhead
South Burnett Regional Council will seek a $150,000 grant from the Federal Government to complete the South Burnett Rail Trail.
Council Aims To ‘Empower’ Irrigators
South Burnett Regional Council will facilitate the formation of “voluntary collaborative groups” of irrigators as part of the next stage of the Burnett Water Feasibility Study.
TRC To Trial Smart Meters
Toowoomba Regional Council is offering property owners across the region the chance to be the first to use new smart water meter technology.
Cyclists Tempted To Take A Break
Cyclists using the Nanango link between the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail and the South Burnett Rail Trail now have no excuse not to rest up and enjoy a break in Nanango.
Planning Starts For Vaccine Rollout
South Burnett Regional Council has been working with Queensland Health to determine possible venues for the rollout of the COVID-19 vaccination program in the region.
TRC Eases Grants Criteria
Toowoomba Regional Council has simplified some of its eligibility criteria for groups to receive Sport and Recreation grants.
Yarraman Waste Plans Updated
Plans for an upgraded waste management facility at Yarraman have moved to the next stage following lodgement of the Development Application for the facility.
Council Seeks Input On Two Plans
South Burnett Regional Council has two different sets of community engagement sessions running at present – and they shouldn’t be confused (unlike what we did earlier!).
$50,000 Boost For Festival
The Goomeri Pumpkin Festival has received a major cash injection from Gympie Regional Council ahead of its 2021 event.
TRC To Launch Major Planning Project
Toowoomba Regional Council will seek public input into “Toowoomba Region Futures”, a major planning project that aims to build a community vision for the region’s growth and development over the next 30 years.
SBRC Rates Notices Out
South Burnett Regional Council’s rates notices for the period January 1 to June 30, 2021, were issued on Wednesday.
Council To Target Illegal Campers
South Burnett Regional Council will crack down on residents living in unapproved dwellings who repeatedly ignore Council directions or put their own health and safety at risk.
