ETU Slams Ergon Cuts
The Electrical Trades Union says Ergon Energy has cut 17 jobs in the Wide Bay Burnett region in the latest round of redundancies at the government-owned corporation.
Online Training Proves Popular
The State Government says small businesses across Queensland are using a new online webinar information series to access tips on boosting their business via social media impact.
Leading Winemaker Moves On
The South Burnett’s longest serving and most awarded winemaker will be leaving the region on Friday.
Power Outage Cancelled
A planned short power supply interruption scheduled by Ergon Energy for parts of the South Burnett tomorrow morning has been deferred.
Treasurer ‘Wrong’ On Stanwell Profit
The ETU has accused Treasurer Tim Nicholls of being “economical with the truth” in Kingaroy
Stanwell Looking At Kunioon ‘Options’
The stalled Kunioon coal mine development near Kingaroy – put on hold in 2010 – is still an important part of the Stanwell portfolio, visitors to the corporation’s Tarong North Power Station were told this week.
Strong Voices At Strong Choices
The State Government’s $6 million “Strong Choices” campaign rolled into Kingaroy on Wednesday morning.
Council Looking At Upgrade
The SBRC is considering an upgrade for Kingaroy’s ageing Glendon Street Car Park
Tarong To Resume Apprenticeship Intake
Stanwell Corporation has announced that Tarong Power Stations will be resuming its apprentice intake program next year
MP Sponsors Petition On Asset Sales
The Electrical Trades Union and the Not4Sale campaign have thrown their weight behind a petition sponsored by Bundamba MP Jo-Ann Miller calling for a referendum on asset sales by the State Government.
Senator Warns ‘Change Takes Time’
South Burnett dairy farmers angry about the state of their industry – and the impact of Coles and Woolworths on their livelihoods – found a sympathetic ear on Saturday from Queensland Senator Barry O’Sullivan.
Hairdressing ‘A Dream Job’ For Footy Player
Tyrone Murray was giving away thousands of dollars in free haircuts before he met Gina Oberle.
‘Virtual’ Forums Start Tonight
The first of four Strong Choices “virtual town hall” teleconferences organised by the State Government will get underway this evening with residents from the Darling Downs and western Queensland invited to take part.
Mayor To Play Key Role In Rail Push
Toowoomba Mayor Paul Antonio will represent southern Queensland’s interests in a group formed to ensure local government plays a key role in the development of the Melbourne to Brisbane Inland Rail line.
Ergon Adopts New
Charter For Developers
Real estate developers in regional Queensland will save time and money and find it easier to connect to the electricity grid under a new charter released by Ergon Energy, according to the State Government.
Possum Causes Blackout
A possum has been blamed for a blackout that left about 1700 Ergon Energy customers in Kingaroy without power for about two hours last night.
Wondai Chamber To Be Revitalised
The Wondai Chamber Of Commerce will change from a purely business-oriented group into a more broadly based community organisation that will act as “the voice of Wondai”, a public meeting decided last night.
Feedback Sought On Wind Farm Code
The State Government is seeking feedback on a new code which will be used to assess wind farm developments in Queensland.
Wondai Meeting Tonight
A public meeting will be held at the Wondai Regional Art Gallery from 6:00pm this evening to discuss the future of the Wondai Chamber Of Commerce, which went into mothballs last month.
Pub Farewells Jane
Popular Hivesville publican Jane Sullivan will soon be on the other side of the bar.
