Input Sought On Power Plan
Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington is urging South Burnett residents to have input into the State Government’s “30 Year Electricity Strategy”.
Locals Star At Mid-Week Markets
Kingaroy’s first mid-week markets – held in O’Neill Square on Thursday morning – have been hailed a success.
Tax Changes ‘A Double Win’
Nurses, teachers, doctors and other hard-working locals in the South Burnett will be the big winners from the Federal Government’s decision to reverse the tax deductibility of self-education expenses, Member for Flynn Ken O’Dowd said today.
Axe Falls On Brisbane Bus Service
In a move sure to stun many local residents, Brisbane Bus Lines confirmed today it plans to axe its Brisbane-Murgon-Brisbane bus service in the New Year.
Gluer Resigns From Treasury Role
Former Tarong Energy and Stanwell CEO Helen Gluer has resigned from her role as Under Treasurer “for personal reasons”.
$5000 Grants Available From Ergon
Community groups can apply for grants up to $5000 to deliver electrical safety or energy efficiency projects in regional Queensland.
Real Estate Market Still Flat
The average South Burnett house currently sells for $229,000 and sits on the market for 133 days, according to the latest RP Data national property study.
Wine Industry Re-Elects Executive
The South Burnett’s wine industry has just faced down a “very challenging” 12 months, according to South Burnett Wine Industry Association president Jason Kinsella.
If It Doesn’t Feel Right, Don’t Sign …
Would-be tenants should follow their “gut instinct” when trying to locate a rental property
Discover Our Best And Wurst
It won’t be the wurst way to spend Saturday night … in fact, the World Wide Bay Wurst Off at Wondai Town Hall could be a tasty treat for the whole family.
Gluer Appointed To TIQ
Former Tarong Energy and Stanwell CEO Helen Gluer has been appointed to the new Trade and Investment Queensland (TIQ) board.
Christine’s Blood Is Worth Bottling
Christine Millar, from QML at Nanango, is the latest winner of the Kingaroy Rotary Club’s “Pride of Workmanship” Award.
Take A Test Drive For Charity
Can you guess what the world’s best-selling car is? Would you like to test drive one
Yarraman Bank Team Comes Home With Win
It almost seemed there was nothing Yarraman could not beat at the Toowoomba Business Awards
Ergon Profit Angers Union
The Electrical Trades Union is angry that financial reports show that Ergon Energy profits rose more than 25 per cent, to $434 million, at a time when more than 500 jobs were axed.
Fast-Track For Exploration Permits
The State Government says it has listened to requests from mining companies to deliver faster, more efficient approvals for coal and mineral exploration.
Cougar Energy Changes Name
Cougar Energy appears to have drawn a line under UCG in Queensland, changing its name to reflect a change of direction following its failed underground coal gasification project at Coolabunia.
SB Directions Unveils 10 Projects
The South Burnett will have regional Business Excellence Awards – and a business mentoring program – running as part of Stage 2 of South Burnett Directions.
PCA Records $8.12m Loss
The Peanut Company of Australia has recorded a net loss of $8.12 million for the year ended March 31 despite revenue increasing by more than 11 per cent.
Swickers Hosts KCCI Members
Swickers Kingaroy Bacon Factory has executed an amazing turnaround over the past four and a half years, Kingaroy Chamber Of Commerce and Industry members were told on Monday night.
