Gina To Visit Kingaroy Next Monday
The winners of this year’s South Burnett Regional Council Christmas Lights competition will be announced at Wednesday’s Council meeting … just in time for a visit by Gina Rinehart next week.
Three-Year Deal For TSBE
Toowoomba Regional Council has endorsed a new three-year funding deal for the Toowoomba and Surat Basin Enterprise (TSBE), a key economic development organisation in the region.
Local Tourism Group In Limbo
The future of the Visit South Burnett local tourism organisation (LTO) is unclear following the collapse of negotiations between the LTO and the South Burnett Regional Council.
Check-Up Keeps Pets Healthy
A program in Cherbourg aimed at creating a healthier community by improving the health of family pets has been hailed a success by the Darling Downs Public Health Unit.
Council CEO To Retire
The South Burnett Regional Council’s most senior officer will step down from his post next year.
Children’s Crossing Gets Final Upgrade
The South Burnett Regional Council began finalising the upgrade of the children’s crossing in Bell Street, Kumbia adjacent to Kumbia State School on Monday.
Dragon’s Tale Now In Libraries
South Burnett libraries are now stocking a book produced by a local author to help people struggling with mental health issues, particularly depression and bullying.
Councillors’ Fears Put Plan At Risk
A proposal to move Wooroolin Railway Station back to its original location has attracted support from the Wooroolin community but has aroused concerns in some South Burnett councillors.
Council Alters Meeting Dates
Toowoomba Regional Council has rescheduled its December meetings.
New Footpath, Cycleway For High School
The South Burnett Regional Council will install a new concrete cycleway and footpath in Cairns Street, Nanango between Drayton Street and Nanango High School.
Mayor Welcomes Election Outcomes
South Burnett Mayor Keith Campbell has welcomed the State Election result, which appears to have returned Deputy Opposition Leader Deb Frecklington for a third term, and the Palaszczuk Government for a second term.
Council Hires Debt Collectors
The South Burnett Regional Council has hired a debt collection agency to recover overdue rates
Sidetrack At Brooklands
Council workers will construct a side track to guide traffic around drainage works on Parker Road, Brooklands.
Lights Competition Closes Soon!
There’s only four more days left to get nominations in for the South Burnett’s annual Christmas Lights competition.
Council Offers Discounts For Care Facilities
Toowoomba Regional Council will offer incentives for businesses hoping to establish retirement and residential care facilities across the region.
Consultants Working On Concept Plan
A draft concept for the Kingaroy streetscape should be available for community consultation in March or April next year.
Poisoned Trees Had Just Been Trimmed
Eight poisoned trees in Drayton and Fitzroy streets, Nanango, had only just been trimmed by the South Burnett Regional Council, Cr Roz Frohloff said on Tuesday.
Work Starts At Cooyar Waste Facility
Toowoomba Regional Council has marked National Recycling Week by turning the first sod at the new Cooyar Waste Transfer Facility.
11 Properties Auctioned For Unpaid Rates
The South Burnett Regional Council has sold off 11 properties at auction to recover more than $100,000 in unpaid rates.
Council Extends Prequalified Suppliers List
The South Burnett Regional Council will extend existing contracts with businesses on its Prequalified Suppliers list until June 30 so it can review current contracting arrangements.
