Proud To Deliver A New Police Station
The official opening of the $8.3 million Kingaroy Police Station was a proud moment for the South Burnett, and a significant boost for our region.
What A Great Pumpkin Festival!
It’s been terrific visiting new parts of the extended Nanango Electorate, and I was thrilled to head to Goomeri on the last Sunday in May to take part in the legendary Pumpkin Roll at the annual Pumpkin Festival.
Show Time Is Fun Time
We are very lucky in the South Burnett to have such high quality agricultural shows.
South Burnett Needs Drought Declaration
I am calling on the Minister for Agriculture to take notice of the lack of rainfall across the South Burnett region, listen to the local community and issue a drought declaration.
Happy Australia Day!
In regional Queensland you can always be guaranteed a terrific Australia Day, and this year has been no exception.
Merry Christmas From Deb
As we approach the festive season and the New Year, I would like to wish you and your family a Merry Christmas and health, happiness and prosperity for 2017.
Quick Bounce Back From Fire
Sunday, November 6, was a long and very challenging day for the South Burnett and Swickers community after the devastating fire at our local meat processing facility.
Youth Parliament Trains Young Leaders
There was a fresh set of faces in the chamber at Parliament House recently for the annual YMCA Queensland Youth Parliament sitting.
Biggest Survey Reveals Region’s Feelings
The results of my “South Burnett’s Biggest Community Survey” are in, with 762 surveys returned – a 6.3% response rate.
Biggest Survey Results Coming Soon
Thank you to everyone who returned my ‘South Burnett’s Biggest Survey’ recently.
Perseverance Pays Off For Blackbutt
Great news for the Blackbutt and District Tourism and Heritage Group with their success in Round 88 of the Gambling Community Benefit Fund grants!
Thanks For Another Great Kingaroy Show!
I may be a little late, but congratulations to Cliff Seiler and the Kingaroy Show Society for another great Kingaroy Show
Tree Law Amendments
‘Devastating For Farmers’
On Thursday March 17, the Labor Government brought their Vegetation Management (Reinstatement) and Other Legislation Amendment Bill 2016 before the Parliament.
New Hospital Bus Is Welcome
I have been lobbying for better access to health services for our community for many years.
Nanango State School
Marks A Special Milestone
I would really like to thank the Nanango State School community for inviting me to be a part of their celebrations to mark the 150th anniversary of the School on Saturday, February 13.
Show Your Support For Country Racing
The threat to Queensland’s Racing industry will continue as long as the Labor Government ignores industry pleas about the current state of racing in Queensland.
All The Best For Christmas!
As 2015 draws to a close, I would like to wish you and your family a wonderful festive season and best wishes for the New Year.
Christmas Giveaway
For Community Groups
Christmas is on its way and to celebrate the hard work of our local community groups, I’m running a special Christmas competition to reward their hard work.
Apply For QRAA Loans ASAP
While some parts of our region have received rain over winter, many primary producers have once again missed out and are facing another long, hot, dry summer.
Meals On Wheels Says ‘Thank You’
Each year the wonderful work of our Meals on Wheels volunteers is celebrated at a special morning tea, and this year it was held in Kingaroy on September 10.
