Council Targets Wild Dogs
The South Burnett Regional Council, in conjunction with Bio-security Queensland, will be participating in a co-ordinated wild dog baiting program next month.
$22m Contract To Fix Roads
The South Burnett Regional Council has awarded Brisbane-based Civil Mining and Construction Pty Ltd a $22 million contract to restore flood-damaged roads in the region
Gordonbrook Closes … Again
The South Burnett Regional Council has advised that Gordonbrook Dam will be temporarily closed from today due to high levels of blue-green algae in the water.
Council Workers Thanked For Loyal Service
Council worker Trevor Otto has clocked up an amazing 50 years and two months service in the South Burnett.
Mayor’s Last Council Meeting
Retiring South Burnett Mayor David Carter is proud of what the Council has achieved over the past four years.
Arts Committee Needs You!
The South Burnett Regional Council has invited community residents to nominate to become a member of the Arts, Culture and Heritage Management Advisory Committee.
Pre-Poll Voting For Council Opens Monday
Pre-poll voting for the 2012 Local Government elections opens on Monday (April 16).
Expo Puts Spotlight On South Burnett
The South Burnett Regional Council’s second annual business expo – this year dubbed South Burnett Exposed – will be held this weekend at the Kingaroy Town Hall, in conjunction with a home and lifestyle expo.
Mayor-Elect Wants Council To Take Lead
In Discussions Over Proposed Wind Farm
One of the first priorities of a post-election South Burnett Regional Council would be to start driving the process surrounding the proposed AGL wind farm at Coopers Gap.
Handy Guide To Council Elections
Confused about the upcoming Council election?
Work To Fix Deathtrap To Begin Soon
Work on repairing Kumbia-Brooklands Road will begin by April 30, SBRC councillor Debra Palmer said today.
New Bus Service To Gympie
A trial of a new bus service connecting the South Burnett to Gympie will begin on April 30.
Aussie Favourites On The Big Screen
Australia’s favourite canine Red Dog will be one of stars of the 2012 Big Screen Film Festival in Nanango and Kingaroy.
Free Kids Art Workshops Over Easter
The South Burnett Regional Council will be hosting free art workshops for children run by artist Damien Kamholtz over the Easter school holidays.
Australia Day – Citizen of the Year
The South Burnett Citizen Of The Year Australia Day Award recognises an individual who has made an outstanding contribution to the region.
Australia Day – Young Citizen
The South Burnett Regional Council’s Young Citizen Of The Year Australia Day Award recognises an outstanding young person who has made noteworthy contributions to the region.
Australia Day – Lifetime Achievement
The South Burnett Regional Council’s Australia Day Lifetime Achievement Award recognises an individual who has made significant contributions to the Shire over the course of a lifetime.
Australia Day – Volunteer Of The Year
The South Burnett Volunteer Of The Year Australia Day Award recognises an outstanding volunteer who has contributed to the operation of one or more not-for-profit groups operating within the Shire.
Australia Day – Coach / Official
The South Burnett Regional Council presents a Sportsperson Of The Year – Coach / Official / Administrator Australia Day Award for outstanding effort in the role of a sports coach, official or administrator.
Australia Day – Community Organisation
The South Burnett Community Organisation Of The Year Australia Day Award recognises an outstanding community group or event’s contribution to the region.
