Council Rejects Saleyard Offers
South Burnett Regional Council will maintain its ownership of the Coolabunia Saleyards but will draw up a five-year plan aimed at reinvigorating the facility.
Festive Hampers For Sale
Kingaroy Visitor Information Centre has special Christmas hampers for sale … perfect for residents looking for a unique, locally produced Christmas gift.
Council Issues Mozzie Reminder
South Burnett Regional Council is urging residents to take action to reduce the breeding of mosquitoes.
Work Starts To Replace Footpath
Work to build a new footpath in Bell Street, Kumbia, began this week.
Tourism Numbers Remain High
The South Burnett has recorded the highest occupancy rate across the Southern Queensland Country Tourism region (SQCT) for the fourth consecutive month, according to a new study.
Bonus Round For Australia Day
The South Burnett might not celebrate Australia Day with its usual gusto in January unless more community groups apply for Council funding.
Have Your Say On Waste Upgrade
Toowoomba Regional Council is urging Yarraman residents to have a say about a concept design for an upgraded waste management facility for the town.
$2.1m Plan Added To CBD Upgrade
The possibility of an extra $2.1 million being spent on Kingaroy’s CBD transformation project – taking the total cost to $13.6 million – has alarmed some South Burnett councillors.
Council Boost For BIEDO
BIEDO has entered into new partnerships with its two member organisations: the South Burnett and North Burnett councils.
Leo Bishop: 1930-2020
Former Kingaroy Shire Council Deputy Mayor – and Murilla Shire Chairman – Leo Bishop died on October 30 after a long illness.
Councillors Discuss Pool Upgrades
South Burnett Regional Council is considering adding a disability changeroom to the South Burnett Aquatic Centre in Nanango.
Council Grants Announced
South Burnett Regional Council has announced the recipients of its latest round of Community Grants.
Who Wants To Run Ringsfield?
South Burnett Regional Council is again urging community groups and organisations to consider taking over the management of the historic Ringsfield House in Nanango.
Councils Lobbied Over Blackspots
South Burnett Regional Council met with Bunya Mountains community stakeholders on November 5 to discuss mobile communication shortfalls in the area.
Historic Day As Murgon Hoists Flag
An historic moment occurred in Murgon on Thursday morning when the Aboriginal flag was hoisted for the first time in a small park near the Murgon RSL Club.
TRC Library Restrictions Ease
Toowoomba Regional Council’s libraries will move to the next stage of their re-opening from Monday (November 16).
Council To Hold Special Meeting
South Burnett Regional Council has scheduled a Special Council Meeting to be held next Wednesday, November 18.
Tourism Officer ‘Within Weeks’
The South Burnett’s local tourism association, Visit South Burnett, hopes to appoint a Tourism Development Officer within weeks.
TRC Funds Business Courses
Small and medium business owners and managers in Yarraman and Cooyar have been invited to take advantage of subsidised training courses starting in December designed to improve business skills and digital marketing expertise.
Shops Available For Lease Soon
Retailers who would like to set up shop in Murgon will have extra options to choose from soon when the South Burnett Regional Council puts three vacant shops at 62-70 Lamb Street up for lease.
