Universe Opens Up In Kingaroy
The Kingaroy Observatory has formally opened its doors to the public after its long move from Maidenwell
BIEDO ‘Feeling Optimistic’
BIEDO CEO Carmel Summers said today she was optimistic the economic development organisation would access funding to continue its work in the North and South Burnett areas.
Axe Hangs Over BIEDO
BIEDO is at risk of closing by the end of the year if more funding cannot be located.
Tower ‘Likely’ On Forest Site
It is looking more and more likely that NBNCo’s Tingoora tower will be built on the original proposed site south of the town, rather than at the controversial Swartz’s Road location.
RACQ Targets Bullbars
The RACQ today attacked car industry promotional statements that could be interpreted as suggesting bull bars were “fashion accessories”.
Last Days At Foodworks
Competition from other supermarkets has been blamed for the imminent closure of Kingaroy Foodworks
Town Bus Service To End
Kingaroy’s town bus service, operated by Purser’s Coaches, will stop on Friday, July 3
Mayor Defends Nanango
A report by accountants PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) which claims Nanango has experienced the sharpest drop in economic output of any town or region in Australia has been questioned by South Burnett Mayor Wayne Kratzmann.
Builder Signs Up For Heritage Lodge
South Burnett CTC’s Heritage Lodge accommodation project in Nanango is one step closer following the signing of a building contract last week.
TAFE ‘Poised For Growth’
Kingaroy’s TAFE College has undergone major changes over the past two years following the merger of SQIT with the Bremer TAFE to form TAFE Queensland South West, Kingaroy Chamber Of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) members heard on Monday night.
NBN Rolls Into Nanango, Cherbourg
Member for Maranoa Bruce Scott says 668 premises in the Nanango area can now get superfast broadband as NBN Co has activated its fixed wireless network in the Nanango area.
Electricity Costs Flatten Out
Electricity prices will stabilise in 2015-16 following a determination today by the Queensland Competition Authority (QCA), the body which sets the price electricity companies can charge consumers.
Murgon Preparing For League Carnival
Between 300 and 400 visitors are expected to converge on Murgon between July 5-10
Ergon Wins International Award
Special technology developed by Ergon Energy that creates a “virtual” version of the real world has won a prestigious international prize.
China Free Trade Deal
‘Opportunity For Region’
The Federal Government’s free trade deals may open up business opportunities for the South Burnett
Trade Deal ‘Sad Day For Australia’
The Electrical Trades Union has accused the Federal Government of selling out the future of Australian workers in the Australia-China Free Trade Agreement signed on Wednesday afternoon.
Small Gifts Open Up A Big World
Sixteen old computers aren’t worth much to South Burnett CTC but to Brisbane man Graham Pampling, they will help to open up a world of possibilities for his students.
MP Attacks Union’s ‘Xenophobic Campaign’
Member for Flynn Ken O’Dowd has slammed opponents of the Australia-China free trade agreement
Suppliers Urged To Register With Council
Local firms wishing to do business with Toowoomba Regional Council have been urged to register their relevant details in readiness for the new financial year.
TAFE Launches Scholarship Program
TAFE Queensland launched Australia’s largest vocational education scholarship program on Monday.
