Council Plans ‘Paperless’ Future
Most ratepayers could get their rates notices and other Council correspondence by email in the next few years as the South Burnett Regional Council pursues the ideal of becoming “paperless”.
Road Upgrades Near Murgon High
South Burnett Regional Council began work on Monday on upgrades to the pedestrian crossings near Murgon State High School.
Council To Consult On Roundabout
South Burnett Regional Council will consult with the Wondai Business Group about a proposed redesign of Wondai’s Haly Street roundabout.
Info Session To Discuss Bats
A community information session will be held in Blackbutt on June 17 to discuss residents’ concerns about flying foxes roosting near town.
GRC Opens Up Finance Data
Gympie Regional Council has launched an online “transparency hub” to allow residents access to Council’s financial details.
Council Plans To Fence Oval
South Burnett Regional Council has organised an information session to be held on June 12 about a proposed fence at the River Road Oval in Kingaroy.
Spillway To Cost $11.8m
Murgon will live with its ageing wastewater treatment plant for another decade so the SBRC can borrow $11.8 million to help prevent a 1-in-10,000 year event.
Winter Has Arrived In Kingaroy!
Winter’s officially arrived … so it must be time for the annual Queensland Winter Craft Festival at Kingaroy Art Gallery!
TRC Seeks Feedback On Dogs
Toowoomba Regional Council is inviting residents to have their say about the region’s canines – and how they spend time in public places.
Council To Distribute Baits
South Burnett Regional Council, in conjunction with Biosecurity Queensland, are conducting another round of wild dog and pig control in the region.
Kingaroy Facing Water Crisis: Mayor
South Burnett mayor Brett Otto says he is “desperate” for a permanent water solution for Kingaroy, claiming Council could “end up trucking water”.
$220,000 Needed For Footpath
A $3 million footpath connecting Cherbourg to Murgon is likely to cost more than expected after funding for a pedestrian bridge was rejected.
Kilkivan, Goomeri Share Grants
Two community organisations – one in Goomeri, the other in Kilkivan – will share in Gympie Regional Council’s latest round of community grants.
Mayor Backs COVID Vaccinations
Toowoomba Mayor Paul Antonio has encouraged residents to get a COVID vaccination to help protect the safety of the community.
KTP Slashes Glendon Street Car Parks
South Burnett Regional Council has revealed the Kingaroy Transformation Project upgrade of Glendon Street will slash the number of car parking spaces in the area.
Upgrade For Yarraman Pool
Community members living with a disability will soon enjoy better accessibility to Yarraman Memorial Pool with construction of a new changing room scheduled to begin later this year.
Park Work Starts For Big Peanut
Kingaroy residents will have noticed a large fence has sprung up in Lions Park … it means it’s almost peanut time!
LGAQ To Debate $200 ‘Complaint Fee’
Mt Isa City Council wants to charge people who lodge false or frivolous complaints against councils a $200 fee for unnecessarily running up ratepayer costs.
Reconciliation ‘Requires Action’
South Burnett Regional Council has encouraged South Burnett residents to “take action” this National Reconciliation Week (May 27-June 3).
Mayor Lobbies In Brisbane
South Burnett mayor Brett Otto says he has lobbied in Brisbane to keep local issues “top of mind”.
