Local Vax Rates Rise Sharply
The South Burnett and its neighbouring regions have seen a significant upswing in COVID-19 vaccination rates over the past two months.
TRC Organises COVID Workshops
Toowoomba Regional Council has organised two workshops to explain what the upcoming COVID-19 restrictions mean for business owners.
Vax Rules ‘Don’t Apply’ To Council
The State Government’s vaccine mandates will not apply to South Burnett Regional Council-owned facilities such as libraries, town halls and swimming pools, according to a statement from Council on Friday afternoon.
Don’t Blame Us, Says Federal MP
Member for Maranoa David Littleproud has urged residents concerned about the State Government’s December 17 COVID-19 restrictions to contact Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk, not his office.
Vax Rates Still Lagging
The Federal Government has released updated vaccination rates for Indigenous populations within individual Local Government Areas across Australia.
Border PCR Tests Will Be Free
Negotiating the Queensland border after the State reopens to visitors from interstate “hotspots” may have become a bit easier.
Least Hit Screaming The Loudest
There seems to be a lot of confusion in the South Burnett about what will happen when Queensland hits its 80 per cent double-dose COVID-19 vaccination milestone.
New CHO Appointed
Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has announced the appointment of Queensland’s new Chief Health Officer.
Cherbourg Vax Campaign Pays Off
A door-to-door approach for vaccinations appears to be paying off in Cherbourg.
Border Restrictions Ease Early
Queensland has eased some COVID-19 border restrictions after reaching a vaccination milestone ahead of schedule.
Premier Praises Cherbourg ‘Positivity’
Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk praised Cherbourg Council and the positivity she had seen in the community, when she visited the town on Wednesday.
Where To Get Vaxxed
There are plenty of opportunities for residents in the South Burnett to get vaccinated against COVID-19 over the next few days, with “pop-up” clinics popping up everywhere!
GPs Issue Warning About Vax Rates
The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners has warned that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities are at increased risk due to dangerously lagging COVID-19 vaccination rates.
New COVID Restrictions Coming
Roughly four in every 10 South Burnett residents – and seven out of 10 Cherbourg residents – will find themselves locked out of pubs, clubs, cafes and restaurants from next month.
Pop-Up Vax At Showground
Another pop-up COVID-19 vaccination clinic will be held at the Kingaroy Showgrounds this week.
Keep Up The Effort, Cherbourg
The State Government’s “Cherbourg Champion” Leanne Linard visited the community on Thursday as part of an ongoing effort to encourage higher vaccination rates.
Moree Cut From Border Bubble
Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has announced changes to Queensland’s border bubble following an outbreak of COVID-19 in Moree.
Pop-Up Vax At VIC
A free COVID-19 Pfizer vaccination hub will be running at the Murgon Visitor Information Centre later this month.
Bush VaxBus On The Way
The “Bush VaxBus” will be visiting South Burnett and Darling Downs communities during the first two weeks of November to provide an opportunity for more residents to receive a free Pfizer COVID-19 vaccination.
More Chances To Get Vaccinated
There are more opportunities being offered in the South Burnett this weekend for people to receive COVID-19 vaccinations.
