Pursers Suspends Caboolture Service
Pursers Coaches has suspended its services from the South Burnett to Caboolture due to the COVID-19 travel restrictions.
No New Cases In Darling Downs
Queensland Health has recorded 13 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 since Monday, raising the State total to 934, but there is good news locally with no new cases recorded in the Darling Downs Health region.
Artists Bloom Despite The Bans
Wondai Art Gallery should have unveiled the winners of its annual Wondai Garden Expo art competition on Friday night … but like the Expo itself, the exhibition isn’t going ahead due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Visa Change To Help Farmers
Farm businesses and rural communities should benefit from the Federal Government’s move to extend working holiday visas amid the COVID-19 crisis, Agriculture Minister David Littleproud said this week.
921 Qld COVID-19 Cases
Queensland has had 48 new confirmed cases of COVID-19 since Friday, taking the State’s total to 921.
Ekka Cancelled
For only the third time in its 143-year history, the Ekka has been cancelled … another victim of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Footy Codes Eager For Action
The South Burnett’s footy codes are keen to kick off again as soon as life returns to normal post-COVID-19.
MP Clarifies Boating Rules
Queensland boaties can still take their boats out locally this weekend to fish or travel for essential reasons.
Farmers ‘Still Barred’ From Gun Shops: MP
Thousands of farmers are still barred from using licensed armourers and dealers despite the State Government’s recent COVID-19 backflip, according to the LNP.
COVID-19 Message To Visitors
The South Burnett Local Disaster Management Group is aware a small number of travellers continue to be present in the South Burnett region.
Qld COVID-19 Tally Hits 873
There have been 39 new cases of COVID-19 confirmed in Queensland since Thursday, taking the total to 873.
Let’s Spread A Ray Of Sunshine
Feeling gloomy because of all the viral news? A couple of soon-to-be elected councillors want to do something about it!
‘Another Test That We Will Pass’
Kingaroy Police have praised the local community for remaining calm during the COVID-19 threat but have warned would-be criminals that it is business as usual for local officers.
Drought Relief Deadline Extended
Queensland primary producers will have extra time to lodge drought assistance claims – and are being urged to apply electronically – due to the impact of COVID-19 on claim processing times.
CSIRO Tests Potential Vaccines
The CSIRO has begun the first stage of testing potential vaccines for COVID-19.
TRC To Automate Crossings
Toowoomba Regional Council will begin automating CBD pedestrian crossings as soon as possible to help limit the spread of COVID-19.
Stanwell Focuses On COVID-19 Safety
A range of COVID-19 measures have been implemented at Tarong and Tarong North power stations and Meandu Mine to ensure the safety of workers, their families and the community.
Second Death In Toowoomba
A second man has died in Toowoomba Hospital from COVID-19, bringing Australia’s death toll to 23
Stop Flushing Wipes … Now
Toowoomba Regional Council is urging the community to only flush toilet paper after a rise in pipe blockages during the past two months
Second COVID-19 Case Confirmed
A second case of COVID-19 has been confirmed in Kingaroy
