Cyclists Tempted To Take A Break
Cyclists using the Nanango link between the Brisbane Valley Rail Trail and the South Burnett Rail Trail now have no excuse not to rest up and enjoy a break in Nanango.
Planning Starts For Vaccine Rollout
South Burnett Regional Council has been working with Queensland Health to determine possible venues for the rollout of the COVID-19 vaccination program in the region.
TRC Eases Grants Criteria
Toowoomba Regional Council has simplified some of its eligibility criteria for groups to receive Sport and Recreation grants.
Yarraman Waste Plans Updated
Plans for an upgraded waste management facility at Yarraman have moved to the next stage following lodgement of the Development Application for the facility.
Council Seeks Input On Two Plans
South Burnett Regional Council has two different sets of community engagement sessions running at present – and they shouldn’t be confused (unlike what we did earlier!).
$50,000 Boost For Festival
The Goomeri Pumpkin Festival has received a major cash injection from Gympie Regional Council ahead of its 2021 event.
TRC To Launch Major Planning Project
Toowoomba Regional Council will seek public input into “Toowoomba Region Futures”, a major planning project that aims to build a community vision for the region’s growth and development over the next 30 years.
SBRC Rates Notices Out
South Burnett Regional Council’s rates notices for the period January 1 to June 30, 2021, were issued on Wednesday.
Council To Target Illegal Campers
South Burnett Regional Council will crack down on residents living in unapproved dwellings who repeatedly ignore Council directions or put their own health and safety at risk.
Mayor Warns Of ‘Long Path Ahead’
Gympie Mayor Glen Hartwig has again warned residents that Council faces “a long path ahead” with many challenges for the Gympie region.
Upgrades Planned For Cultural Centre
South Burnett Regional Council has invited tenders for upgrades to the Nanango Cultural Centre.
TRC Drafts New Waste Policy
Toowoomba Regional Council’s Water and Waste Committee has recommended that Council endorse a new strategy to guide waste operations for the next three years.
E-Waste Skips Now At Tips
South Burnett Regional Council has introduced a free e-waste recycling service in the region.
TRC Grants Round Opens
Applications are now open for Toowoomba Regional Council’s next round of community grants.
ALGA Calls For More Federal Funding
The Australian Local Government Association (ALGA) has given a wish list to the Federal Government which it says will give councils a lead role in driving Australia’s post-COVID economic recovery.
Alford Street Closed Next Week
Part of one of Kingaroy CBD’s major traffic arteries will be closed for a week.
Busy Month Of Roadworks Ahead
South Burnett Regional Council’s Works Department has a busy month of roadworks scheduled for the region.
Pool To Close For Renovations
Renovations at the South Burnett Aquatic Centre at Nanango will mean the pool will be closed for about six weeks from February 28.
Higher Profile For Water Restrictions
Current water restriction levels will get more exposure next year if the South Burnett Regional Council presses ahead with a plan to raise their profile.
SBRC Considers Partial Road Sealing
South Burnett Regional Council will explore the possibility of sealing part of a dirt road at Glan Devon to protect its residents from dust problems.
