Fees And Charges Rise 2pc
The cost of doing business with the South Burnett Regional Council will rise an average of 2 per cent from July 1.
Dog Blitz Starts June 10
The cost of Council’s upcoming dog blitz in the South Burnett will be paid for by the fines and registration fees it recovers.
Council To Take Over Brighthaven
South Burnett Regional Council will buy out the State Government’s interest in Nanango’s Brighthaven units, ending a partnership that has lasted almost 30 years.
Flag-Raising To Foster Reconciliation
South Burnett Regional Council will mark national Reconciliation Week with a special flag-raising ceremony in the Glendon Street Forecourt in Kingaroy on May 29.
Ratepayers Face Massive Hike
Almost half of Gympie Regional Council’s 25,000 ratepayers will face an average rate hike of 6.39 per cent next year after recent increases in land valuations.
TRC To Update Water Restrictions
Toowoomba Regional Council plans to update its water restriction guidelines in the wake of the drought gripping the region.
Jason’s Pedalling A Tasty New Idea
Kingaroy chef Jason Ford is combining two of the South Burnett’s great passions – cycling the rail trail and eating local cuisine – in a special event next month.
Study Tour To Explore Food Trail
South Burnett food businesses have been invited to join Business South Burnett on a study tour to the Noosa Farmers’ Market and “Farmer and Sun” in Gympie.
Council Plans Tourism Advisory Group
South Burnett Regional Council is examining the idea of forming a tourism advisory group to help set directions for the region’s tourism marketing.
Temporary Library Opens
Nanango’s temporary library opened on Wednesday in the Scott car park
Brave Start For Relay Campaign
Bravehearts founder Hetty Johnston AM stirred emotions at Thursday’s South Burnett Mayor’s Breakfast in Kingaroy.
Council Candidates To Undergo Training
Councillors and council candidates will undergo compulsory training as part of amendments to Local Government legislation introduced into State Parliament on Wednesday.
Councillor Admits ‘Error’
A Toowoomba councillor has been found guilty of misconduct by the Councillor Conduct Tribunal after failing to declare a conflict of interest during a portfolio meeting.
Council Division Boundaries Under Review
South Burnett residents living in Divisions 4, 5 and 6 have less than three weeks to make suggestions about minor boundary changes being proposed ahead of next year’s Council elections.
Have Your Say On Flood Plans
Toowoomba Regional Council is inviting Yarraman and Cooyar residents to comment on draft floodplain risk management measures over the next few weeks.
Grants For Yarraman Groups
Two Yarraman community groups will benefit from the latest round of Toowoomba Regional Council’s Community Grant Program.
Changes Ahead For Local Libraries
Nanango library will be turned into a boutique library for six months during the refurbishment of the former Nanango Shire Council Chambers.
Gympie Tip Fees Set To Rise
Gympie Regional Council (GRC) residents will soon have to pay substantially more to dump rubbish at Council tips.
Bike Hire Scheme Starts Soon
South Burnett Regional Council will start an eight-week trial of a free bicycle hire scheme on May 16.
CEO’s Contract Extended
Toowoomba Regional Council chief executive officer Brian Pidgeon has had his contract renewed for another three years.
