Union Slams ‘Consultations’
The Electrical Trades Union has slammed Treasurer Tim Nicholls’ planned community consultations over State Government debt as a “tour de spin”.
Huge Trucks Head To Meandu
Two more of Stanwell’s massive new Hitachi dump trucks have been hauled into the South Burnett
Almonds Hit New Heights
Kingaroy is known as the peanut capital of Australia, but the way things are looking at Proteco Gold, perhaps it should be adding almonds to the tourist signboards.
Turbine Rotor Heads Off For Repairs
The restarting of Unit 4 at Tarong Power Station is one step closer following the removal of the cracked rotor and its transportation to NSW for repairs.
Minister To Meet Local Builders
South Burnett builders and contractors will have the chance to meet the Tim Mander, the Minister for Housing and Public Works, in Nanango next week.
Call For Public Input On
New Land Access Rules
The State Government has released a discussion paper to gather public input on developing new rules about land access for resource companies.
New Travellers’ Guide Unveiled
Southern Queensland Country Tourism has launched its new travel guide for the region.
Conference To Discuss
‘State Of The Region’
Regional Development Australia (Wide Bay Burnett) will be hosting a “State of the Region” Conference in Hervey Bay next month.
How Would You Raise $80b?
Queenslanders are being asked for their ideas on how to reduce the State’s $80 billion debt.
Government Axes Some Solar Tariffs
The eight cent tariff paid to owners of PV Solar power systems owners by Energex and Ergon Energy will end on June 30, Deputy Premier Jeff Seeney said today.
Plans Taking Shape For Business Awards
One of South Burnett Directions’ initial projects – a regional Business Excellence Awards dinner – is a step closer with news today that a gala dinner is planned to be held in October.
Anti-Mining Group Releases Acland Report
A report commissioned by anti-coal mining group, the Oakey Coal Action Alliance, highlights alleged benefits if the expansion of the Acland mine does not proceed.
Toasting A New Location
Kingaroy business people turned out in force on Friday night to toast the re-opening of TASTE South Burnett in a new location.
State Looks At Limiting
Objections To New Mines
Anti-CSG group Lock the Gate claims the State Government is curbing “democratic rights” by trying to limit objections to mines to affected landholders only.
Last Chance For Small Farmers
People who’d like to learn more about small acreage farming only have until this Friday to act.
Power Stations ‘To Be Sold After Election’
Energy Minister Mark McArdle has re-confirmed the State Government’s intention to sell Stanwell and CS Energy after the next election “if they get a mandate”, the Electrical Trades Union said today.
Clovely Kicks Up Its Heels
Moffatdale’s Clovely Estate Wines plans to turn the spotlight on its South Burnett wines during Queensland Wine Week (March 31-April 6).
Government Welcomes Court Decision
The State Government has welcomed the decision by the Federal Court of Australia to dismiss an Electrical Trades Union-led application against Stanwell Corporation.
Debbie Wins Rotary Award
Debbie Lyon, from Woods Murdoch Solicitors, is the the January Pride of Workmanship Award winner honoured by the Kingaroy Rotary Club.
Councils Launch Website To Sell Region
The Wide Bay Regional Organisation of Councils (WBBROC) has launched a new website to sell the region as “The Perfect Place At Your Perfect Pace” to the world.
