Reserve Bank Slashes Interest Rates
Struggling South Burnett homeowners and retailers received a boost today when the Reserve Bank of Australia unexpectedly cut interest rates by 50 basis points.
Time’s Running Out To Get A Free
Business Health Check From BIEDO
The Burnett Inland Economic Development Organisation’s (BIEDO) “business pilots” have assisted 300 local businesses over the past eight months with free consultations … but time is running out if you want to join them.
Barambah Wines Mothballs Cellar Door
Barambah Wines at Redgate has mothballed its cellar door for the next two years. However the company says it will continue to produce wines from its Redgate vineyards and retail them through the firm’s Brisbane office; their website; and existing cellar door, restaurant and hotel outlets.
Local Radio Station In Media Spotlight
South Burnett radio station 4SB (1071) has been tipped to become a part of an “Australian Mining Radio Network”.
Tourism Marketer Resigns
Toowoomba Golden West and South Burnett Tourism marketing manager Geoff Thompson has resigned.
$22m Contract To Fix Roads
The South Burnett Regional Council has awarded Brisbane-based Civil Mining and Construction Pty Ltd a $22 million contract to restore flood-damaged roads in the region
Meandu Operator To Be Confirmed In June
Stanwell is in the process negotiating a new long-term mining contract for Meandu Mine and expects to confirm the successful contractor in June.
APN Chairman Resigns
APN News & Media has announced the resignation of Mr Gavin O’Reilly as Chairman and Director.
Miners Think Pink For Cancer
More than 190 workers at the Meandu Mine swapped their yellow safety shirts for a stylish pink yesterday … all in aid of breast cancer awareness.
Regional Jobless Rate Up 1pc
Unemployment in the Wide Bay Burnett has risen one per cent over the past month … to 9.5 per cent.
More Power To The SES
Local State Emergency Service volunteers are now better equipped to handle rooftop emergencies, thanks to a donation from Kingaroy business AusTech Solar.
Olive Oil Straight From Moffatdale
Clovely Wines is offering a unique opportunity to try freshly pressed extra virgin olive oil crushed from olives grown at Moffatdale.
Local Businesses Exposed
South Burnett businesses were “exposed” to the public on Saturday and Sunday in Kingaroy.
Massingham Resigns From Tourism Role
Fraser Coast Tourism CEO Damien Massingham has resigned after seven years in the job.
Vote Of Confidence In South Burnett
In a vote of confidence for the local retail industry, a Morayfield-based business has opened a branch in Kingaroy to meet increasing demand for its services in the South Burnett.
Training Raises Awareness
Cross-Cultural Awareness training can help to minimise misunderstandings in the workplace.
Brendan Bids Farewell To Retravision
“It’s always been about the people … not the products. We’re a very close-knit business and have built long-lasting relationships with our suppliers and customers. It wasn’t an easy decision to make …”
New Co-Ordinator at TAFE
The Southern Queensland Institute of TAFE in Kingaroy has welcomed a new member to their team.
Mayor-Elect Wants Council To Take Lead
In Discussions Over Proposed Wind Farm
One of the first priorities of a post-election South Burnett Regional Council would be to start driving the process surrounding the proposed AGL wind farm at Coopers Gap.
Austar Takeover Gets Green Light
It’s uncertain what immediate effect the acquisition of regional pay-TV provider Austar by Foxtel will have on local subscribers.
