Slug For North Burnett Ratepayers
North Burnett residents face a 25 per rise in their rates bills following the passing of the North Burnett Regional Council’s 2025-26 Budget on Monday.
Council Shelter Opens
SBRC’s new Animal Management Centre – the replacement for the RSPCA shelter which shut on June 30 – has opened its doors.
Upgrades Completed At Saleyards
A series of upgrades have been completed at the South Burnett Regional Council’s Coolabunia Saleyards complex near Kingaroy.
Council Freezes Cherbourg Rents
Cherbourg residents will face no rises in rent over the next 12 months – and animal registrations will also remain free – in Council’s record $58 million Budget handed down on Monday.
Renewable Changes Become Law
The State Government has passed legislation which mandates public consultation for large-scale solar farms and wind farms in Queensland.
Early Payment Upsets TRC Budget
The Federal Government’s decision to bring forward a half-payment of Financial Assistance grants has overturned Toowoomba Regional Council’s Budget forecast – released just last week.
Majority Backs New Airport Fees
Strong lobbying by airport users has failed to stop the SBRC from imposing new landing fees at Kingaroy Airport.
Councils Urged To Debate 13 Motions
South Burnett Regional Council will submit 13 motions for consideration by other Queensland councils at the 2025 Local Government Association of Queensland conference in October.
Feds Bring Forward FA Grants
The Federal Government announced on Monday that it was bringing forward half of its Financial Assistant grant allocations to local councils.
Water Taps To Stay At Murgon Camp
Individual water connections at the free 48-hour camping area in Murgon will remain, after a debate in the South Burnett Regional Council on Wednesday.
Fresh Look For Durong
South Burnett Regional Council has completed several upgrades in the Durong area.
Councillors Approve Motor Park
South Burnett councillors have unanimously approved a proposal by Triple R Motorsports to build a motor sport facility on a property in Lewis Duff Road at Ballogie.
TRC Locks In Large Rate Rises
Large rate rises for 2025-26 were locked in by Toowoomba Regional Council at a Special Meeting held on Wednesday.
TRC Adopts New Funding Schedule
Toowoomba councillors have approved a new four-year schedule for its Core Community Support Program.
Brekkie Raises Almost $4100
Last month’s Mayor’s Breakfast, held at Nanango to launch the 2025 South Burnett Relay for Life fundraising campaign, has raised $4096.56.
Woolshed Plan In Acland Deal
TRC hopes to secure long-term financial support for the Jondaryan Homestead in return for backing proposed changes to the Stage 3 New Acland coal mine project.
Students Tackle Our Big Challenges
More than 130 students from four South Burnett high schools enjoyed an opportunity to explore their “big ideas” at an all-day workshop held in Kingaroy Town Hall last week.
Red Ant Finds A New Home
Kingaroy’s popular Red Ant sculpture has been moved along Haly Street to a new spot outside the museum building.
SES Receives New Truck
Nanango’s State Emergency Service unit is the proud owner of a new response vehicle, thanks to the State Government’s Gambling Community Benefit Fund.
TRC Slams $13.5m Grants Cut
Toowoomba Mayor Geoff McDonald says a $13.5 million cut in Federal Government Financial Assistance grants was having a “significant” effect on Council’s Budget.
