Fuel Rip-Off In Regional Qld: RACQ
The RACQ has accused fuel retailers in regional Queensland of ripping off consumers and reaping bigger margins as fuel prices dropped in Brisbane last month.
Stanwell Sale Decision ‘Won’t Be Taken Lightly’
There has been no decision made yet whether to sell Stanwell but it won’t be taken lightly
Milestone For Country Focus
southburnett.com.au congratulates Nanango’s Ross and Sandy Towell on the milestone achievement of this week publishing the 200th edition of Country Focus news magazine.
Coffees Head Out Into Community
An idea nurtured on Facebook became a reality in the South Burnett today with the inaugural distribution of “suspended coffees” to local community groups.
Ergon To Report Unsafe
Machinery Operators
Ergon Energy says it will take a tougher stance with businesses and operators of heavy machinery who are found to be repeatedly ignoring safety rules around power lines.
30 Years Of Community Service
South Burnett CTC – the not-for-profit organisation that seems to be involved in so many parts of life in the South Burnett – is celebrating its 30th birthday.
Unions Fear Job Losses,
Higher Electricity Bills
The union movement has reacted angrily to today’s State Government announcement that it will “investigate” selling off Stanwell Corporation, CS Energy, QIC, the Port of Gladstone and the Port of Townsville.
Meeting Says Electricity
Network Should Not Be Sold
A community forum held at Kingaroy’s Senior Citizens Centre last night attracted an audience of about 25 people concerned about the possible privatisation of the State’s electricity industry.
Wine Tourism Launch In Toowoomba
Southern Queensland Country Tourism – the tourism body responsible for promotion of the South Burnett – will be launching a new “Food & Wine Development Plan” in Toowoomba on May 24.
State Government To
Investigate Stanwell Sale
State Government has announced it will investigate selling Stanwell, operators of the Tarong power stations
Major Upgrade To Power Network
Ergon Energy completed a major upgrade of the high-voltage network in Kingaroy at the weekend.
CCTV Cameras Not In Budget: Mayor
The South Burnett Regional Council has no plans to introduce closed-circuit TV cameras in Kingaroy or Nanango in the foreseeable future, Mayor Wayne Kratzmann said today.
Stanwell Re-Negotiating Contracts
South Burnett businesses have been invited to look at contracting opportunities which may be opening at Stanwell’s Tarong power stations and Meandu mine.
Region’s House Prices Remain Flat
Property prices in the South Burnett have remained relatively flat over the last five years, according to a new study released by RP Data.
NAB Lends A Hand
The National Australia Bank has presented local not-for-profit group South Burnett CTC with $10,000
Region ‘Doing Better Than Neighbours’
The South Burnett’s economy is performing better than some bigger regions like Gympie and Bundaberg, the Kingaroy Chamber Of Commerce and Industry heard tonight.
Driverless Trucks Coming To Meandu
A three-year trial of remotely controlled, driverless coal trucks will begin at Stanwell’s Meandu Mine on April 29.
Council Water Rates Set To Soar
South Burnett water and sewerage bills look set to rise by an average of between $100 and $150 next year, and possibly more.
A Noble Victory … At Last!
Moffatdale’s Wally Pesudovs has been quietly celebrating a victory. After five years of hard work, four failed crops and $18,000 in outlays, he’s finally released his first wine.
New Body To Manage TAFE
The State Government announced today it would set up a new body to take over the management of all Queensland TAFE colleges from July 1.
