Timber Group Joins QFF
Timber Queensland, the peak body for the timber industry in Queensland, has joined the Queensland Farmers Federation (QFF).
Investment Opportunity In Kingaroy
The developers of the Spotlight and Repco project in Rogers Drive, Kingaroy, have put the purpose-built building on the market.
Regional Finalists Announced
Three South Burnett entries have been named as regional finalists in the 65th Queensland Training Awards.
Options For Men After Retirement
Kingaroy Men’s Shed president Eric Ford has impressed local businesspeople with all the activities undertaken by his members.
$9.5m Allotted To Barlil Weir Project
The 2026-27 State Budget, handed down by Treasurer David Janetzki in State Parliament on Tuesday, contains funding for several new projects in the South Burnett region, as well as ongoing funding for existing infrastructure.
‘Secret Plan’ to Shut Post Offices: MPs
The Federal Opposition claims Australia Post has a “secret plan” to close down post offices in rural and regional areas.
Residents Challenge Bio-Plant Plan
A proposed bio-fertiliser processing facility at Glan Devon has sparked anxiety among residents who would be living near the project.
Countdown Begins For Supermarket
Peries IGA Group hosted an information evening this week to update Wondai residents about their new store.
$2.3m To Reduce Landfill
Cherbourg and Somerset councils will receive a total of $2.3 million from the State Government to support recycling and reduce waste going into landfill.
Axe Falls On Popular Brekkie Duo
Bronte & Lakey (aka Bronte Langbroek and Danny Lakey) topped the ratings in the South Burnett during the last radio survey, but that hasn’t saved their jobs.
Apprenticeship Applications Open
Applications are now open for highly sought-after apprenticeships with Ergon Energy and Energex.
Dam Management Renewed
Cr Heath Sander and his partner Rowena Wessling have had their contracts to manage the tourist parks at Bjelke-Petersen and Boondooma dams renewed.
Men’s Shed To Host Meet’n’Greet
The Kingaroy Men’s Shed, near Kingaroy Airport, will be the hosts for the next Kingaroy Chamber of Commerce and Industry meet’n’greet.
Tarong Fund Helps Local Groups
Four South Burnett community groups will share in almost $115,000 from the Round 1 of the Tarong Community Partnership Fund for 2026.
MPs Promise Job Security At Mine
Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington has welcomed the news that the future of the Meandu Mine has been “secured” with the State Government committing to extending its operational life through to 2040.
Jennakye Awarded Scholarship
The 2026 South Burnett First Nations Scholarship has been awarded to Queensland University of Technology student Jennakye Simpson, from Cherbourg.
Kingaroy Welcomes Cabinet Visitors
Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington welcomed Premier David Crisafulli and 17 of her Ministerial colleagues to Kingaroy at the weekend as part of a special “Country Cabinet” visit to the region.
Businesses Recognised On Qld Day
Local MP Deb Frecklington has congratulated three local businesses recognised among the best in Queensland in the 2026 Queensland Day “All The Best” awards.
Green Light For Coles Supermarket
South Burnett Regional Council has approved an application by Coles to build a supermarket complex on the vacant land in Pound Street, Kingaroy.
Farms Brace For Plunge In Profits
ABARES is forecasting the value of agricultural production to fall by 5 per cent to $98.3 billion in 2026-27 and average broadacre farm business profits to drop by 70 per cent.
