Library Springs A Leak
Kingaroy Library has been forced to close after sustaining water damage in the recent heavy rain.
Streetscape Ceremony Postponed
South Burnett Regional Council announced on Friday afternoon that the planned turning-of-the-sod ceremony for the Kingaroy Transformation Project won’t be going ahead as planned on Monday.
Wondai Water Plant Almost Ready
Construction of Wondai’s recycled water plant is nearing completion with commissioning and testing expected to begin in January.
Changes Coming For Council Grants
The South Burnett Regional Council will make changes to its Community Grants program next year, but whether they will be in place by the February grants round is undecided.
Health Summit Aims For Change
A Health Summit which aimed to bring agencies and the people they serve face-to-face to thrash out solutions to entrenched issues has been hosted by Cherbourg Aboriginal Shire Council.
Feedback Sought On Arts Policy
The South Burnett Regional Council is calling for public feedback on a proposed new Arts, Culture and Heritage Policy.
Council Targets Response Times
Poor communications from Council are the single biggest source of complaints amongst residents, Mayor Brett Otto told Wednesday’s SBRC Standing Committee meeting.
No Tourism Officer Until 2021
The South Burnett’s new Tourism Development Officer will not be appointed until early next year.
Waste Disposal Fees To Rise
Fees for the disposal of commercial, industrial and construction waste at South Burnett Regional Council tips will rise on January 1.
Council Offers 11 Traineeships
South Burnett Regional Council will be offering 11 traineeships next year as part of a partnership with the State Government and the LGAQ
Roads Funding Released
The latest round of funding under the Federal Government’s Roads To Recovery program has been released to local councils.
Extra Staff To Handle Complaints
Deputy Premier and Local Government Minister Steven Miles says more staff have been hired by the Office of Independent Assessor (OIA) to help keep up with the level of Council complaints.
Council Wins Award For Bridge
Toowoomba Regional Council has been recognised for engineering excellence for the Emu Creek Hall Road Bridge, south-east of Cooyar.
Councils Join Forces To Extend Arts
South Burnett Regional Council has joined with the Fraser Coast and Bundaberg councils in a unique collaboration to extend arts services across the region.
Pupils Spread Recycling Message
Students from four local schools have impressed upon the South Burnett Regional Council the importance of sustainability and recycling.
WDRC Tightens Water Restrictions
Western Downs Regional Council has tightened water restriction levels across parts of the region due to soaring water use during the current hot spell.
Council To Hire Arts Officer
The South Burnett Regional Council will hire an Arts Development Officer to help set the direction of the region’s future Arts Policy.
‘Inclusive Parking’ A Priority: Council
Thursday was International Day Of People With A Disability – and the South Burnett Regional Council wants disabled people to know they have not been forgotten.
Incentives Unveiled For Developers
South Burnett Regional Council is hoping to supercharge development over the next 18 months by slashing charges and streamlining its planning and development processes.
Councils Form ‘Water Alliance’
Toowoomba Regional Council has formed a “water alliance” with four other Queensland councils and a NSW shire.
