Moreton Re-Issues Update
In response to a query from the exchange, would-be miner Moreton Resources withdrew a document on Monday which it had submitted to the ASX on May 18.
Linc To Be Liquidated
Underground coal gasification company Linc Energy has been placed into liquidation.
TV Channels Complete Swap
WIN Network has signed a deal with Ten Network to stream its content after being dumped by Nine
No Change In Supermarket Plans
The SBRC has a contract with the Blackbutt supermarket developer, and has no intention of breaking it
Market Awaits Moreton News
Trading in Moreton Resources’ shares was halted on the ASX on Thursday pending a market announcement
Tourist Map Gets Third Run
NaTDA will update and reprint a tourist map that has grown to become a mainstay for Nanango
Fairfax Drops Out Of Race
Fairfax Media will not be bidding on the regional publishing arm of APN News & Media, the Australian Financial Review newspaper reported on Wednesday.
Moreton Predicts 400-600 Jobs At Mine
Moreton Resources claims its proposed Kingaroy coal mine will provide between 400 and 600 jobs on site and turnover of “tens of billions of dollars” during the life of the mine.
Cooper Visit Raises $25,000
A visit to Murgon by rugby league all-star Gavin Cooper over the Easter weekend helped raise $25,000 for Murgon’s junior rugby league club.
TV Shake-Up From July 1
South Burnett television viewers are about to experience a shake-up thanks to Nine ending its deal with WIN-TV
Airport Blocks Cut From Coal Permit
Moreton Resources has given up part of its exploration tenement – four blocks immediately east of Taabinga Village which also include Kingaroy Airport – in a bid to ease local opposition to its proposed coal mine.
Chairman Selected For Ergon Merger
The State Government has selected a chairman for the new parent company which will be formed from the merger of Ergon Energy and Energex.
Business Breakfasts Aim To Boost Sales
South Burnett businesses will be able to get a sneak preview of an exciting new “Shop Local” campaign soon … providing they’re willing to get up early.
New Satellite Service Launched
The new Sky Muster Broadband Service will bring broadband to many people living in remote areas
Fly Ash Company Fined $18.6 Million
Cement Australia and its associated companies have been fined $18.6 milliCement Australia and its associated companies have been fined $18.6 million – and a manager fined $20,000 – for anti-competitive behaviour in relation to their fly ash removal business in Queensland.
$40m Overhaul Starts At Tarong North
A $40 million overhaul – which will involve more than 350 extra people on site – began at Tarong North Power Station on Wednesday.
MP Rejects Facebook Claims … Again
Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington has again been forced to put on record that she is not backing Moreton Resources’ planned coal mine near Kingaroy.
KCCG Rejects Moreton Poll
The Kingaroy Concerned Citizens Group (KCCG) believe a phone poll released by Moreton Resources last week does not accurately reflect the views of Kingaroy residents.
Heritage Grants Close This Week
Community groups only have five days left to apply for support in the latest round of the Heritage Nanango Community Funding scheme.
Phone Poll Backs Mine: Moreton
Moreton Resources says its Galaxy Research poll of 500 South Burnett residents shows 61 per cent believe the region would benefit from a new mine.
