Water’s Not Going To Waste
The award-winning Kingaroy Wastewater Treatment plant was officially opened on Monday, with a representative travelling all the way from the Netherlands for the special occasion.
Council Consolidates Grants Programs
The South Burnett Regional Council is overhauling its grants programs, introducing a new system on July 1 that will change the way not-for-profit community groups can apply for assistance.
Ringsfield House Reopening Delayed
Nanango’s Ringsfield House – which shut its doors on March 31 – may be closed longer than planned
$29,943 For Local Groups
The South Burnett Regional Council awarded $29,943 in grants to 22 community groups at Wednesday’s monthly Council meeting.
Easter Numbers Good,
But Not Record-Breaking
The number of tourists visiting the South Burnett over the Easter break was good, but not record-breaking
Council Approves Three New Developments
The South Burnett Regional Council has given the go-ahead to three new business developments in Kingaroy and Nanango.
Proston To Launch
New Camping Area
The Proston Round Table community group will be officially launching the town’s new free overnight camping area on Saturday, April 15.
Cherbourg Projects Secure $1m Grant
Cherbourg will receive $1 million from the State Government’s Building Our Regions program to revitalise the Ration Shed Museum’s historical precinct and further upgrade the town’s recycling plant.
Marshlands Bridge Closed
Marshlands Bridge at Silverleaf has been temporarily closed to traffic to allow the bridge replacement construction project to proceed safely.
ALP Backs Push To Unfreeze Grants
The Federal ALP has joined a push to have the Federal Government lift the indexation freeze on Federal Assistance Grants (FAGs) to local councils.
$2500 Won So Far By Shoppers
South Burnett shoppers still have just under two months to take advantage of the South Burnett Rewards “buy local” shopping campaign.
Poison Baits Target Wild Dogs
South Burnett Regional Council will be holding another round of its wild dog and feral pig baiting program between May 8-12.
Cyclone Debbie Causes $500,000 Damage
The South Burnett suffered close to half a million dollars damage from ex-Tropical Cyclone Debbie when it passed through the region on Thursday, March 30.
Council Plans Wetlands Burn
The Goodger Wetlands – already under a cloud because of the proposed Moreton Resources’ coal mine – has been included in a list of sites to be targeted during this year’s South Burnett Regional Council winter controlled burns.
Cash Prizes For Water Colourings
Hey kids … how would you like your colouring-ins to be featured at a sewage plant?
Famous Poet Coming To Launch Relay
Internationally famous poet Rupert McCall will be the special guest speaker at the launch of this year’s South Burnett Relay For Life.
Railway Station Getting A Facelift
The South Burnett Regional Council will be giving the former Kingaroy Railway Station a facelift this year.
South Burnett Qualifies For Aid
The South Burnett has been added to the list of regions which qualify for help in the wake of ex-Tropical Cyclone Debbie.
Tyre Blowouts Delay Hall Move
Tyre blow-outs have caused a three-week delay to the relocation of Blackbutt Memorial Hall
Motorcycle Push Revs Up
The push to make the South Burnett a motorcycle-friendly destination is gathering pace.
