Relay For Life Launched With Laughs
It’s toss up what the highlight of Thursday morning’s Mayor’s Breakfast was … an hilarious description about emu mating or the exciting news that rugby great Mark Ella will be coming to the South Burnett.
Parks Plan: ‘Changes Can Be Made’
South Burnett Mayor Keith Campbell has clarified the process that Council plans to use to gather public input on its 10-year Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Plan.
New CEO Comes From North Burnett
The CEO of the North Burnett Regional Council will move south in late June to become the new CEO of the South Burnett Regional Council.
Big Bucks Raise Some Big Bucks
South Burnett councillor Roz Frohloff ticked an item off her bucket list on Saturday when she took on a steer at the Nanango Show Rodeo.
Draft Council Plan Sparks Anger
Reaction to the South Burnett Regional Council’s draft Sport and Recreation Plan was swift on social media
New CEO To Be Announced Soon
The South Burnett Regional Council is expected to announce its new CEO within days.
Council Targets Parks & Facilities
The South Burnett Regional Council is seeking public feedback on a 10-year Sport and Recreation Infrastructure Plan that will define the future of parks in Kingaroy, Nanango, Wondai and many smaller towns in the region.
Markers Make Rail Trail Safer
The South Burnett Regional Council has begun installing QR2id safety markers along the South Burnett Rail Trail to improve safety for trail users.
Kingaroy Upgrade Feedback Due Today
Opportunities for the community to provide feedback on the South Burnett Regional Council’s proposed multi-million dollar revitalisation plan for the Kingaroy CBD close today (Monday).
Free Property Maps At Fire Workshop
A fire management workshop will be held on May 22-23 in Kingaroy to help property owners learn how to create a Fire Management Plan, and balance fire safety with conservation of native plants and animals.
Caravan Park To Be Demolished
Wondai’s former Mackenzie Street caravan park is going to be demolished with work expected to start after the last tenant leaves next month.
Six Scenes Selected For Mural
Six scenes for new murals at the Murgon Visitor Information Centre have been chosen.
Council Hires 10 Trainees
The South Burnett Regional Council welcomed 10 trainees on board this week, thanks to funding from the Queensland Government.
Bollards Help Protect Trail
Visiting caravanners will be prevented from accidentally driving over the South Burnett Rail Trail thanks to two upgrades installed this week.
Proposal Isn’t ‘Done And Dusted’
South Burnett councillor Ros Heit has urged any residents concerned about proposed cuts to Council support for community groups to speak out.
Mayor Responds To Cutback Claims
South Burnett Mayor Keith Campbell has submitted the following response to southburnett.com.au in the wake of recent reports about proposed Budget measures which will affect local community groups.
Work To Start On War Memorial
Toowoomba Regional Council plans to begin work next Monday on a revamp of the historic Goombungee War Memorial which will spell the end of the surrounding garden bed.
Tourism Season Is Ready To Roll
The frosts start arriving after Anzac Day … and so do the tourists, especially the grey nomads from down south searching for warmer climes.
Council Subsidises Pumpkin Festival
The South Burnett Regional Council has given the Goomeri Pumpkin Festival a $6000 subsidy to attend an event marketing course run by Toowoomba consultants.
Blackbutt Greets Its New Supermarket
Blackbutt’s Coulson Street was a hive of activity on Wednesday morning as eager Timbertowners rushed to take a look inside the town’s long-awaited – and much-debated – new supermarket for the first time.
