CTC Reviews A ‘Challenging’ Year
South Burnett CTC’s annual report includes some amazing statistics – such as the $11.6 million in staff wages pumped back into the economy during the past financial year.
Stanwell Updates Local Community
Stanwell Corporation’s first community update since the start of the pandemic attracted a large crowd of guests to Tarong North power station recently.
Jobless Rate Drops To Record Low
Queensland’s unemployment has fallen to the second lowest rate in the country, according to the latest data released by the ABS.
Members Approve Merger
Members of Heritage Bank and the People’s Choice Credit Union have approved a merger of the two banking organisations.
Swickers Decision In January
A charge against Swickers Kingaroy Bacon Factory Pty Ltd alleging a breach of workplace health and safety legislation will be dealt with in the New Year.
KCCI To Hold AGM In New Hub
The annual general meeting of the Kingaroy Chamber of Commerce and Industry will be held in their new office this month.
Council Backs Bunyas Push
South Burnett Regional Council will back efforts by a local MP to get the Bunya Mountains reclassified under the Working Holiday Maker program.
Wineries Win Big At Awards
South Burnett winemakers walked away with three trophies and 16 medals at this year’s Queensland Wine Awards.
Mark’s Memory Will Live On
A large crowd gathered in Murgon’s QEII Park on Saturday morning for an emotional ceremony to honour a well-loved Murgon businessman who died of cancer in May.
Draft Regional Plan Unveiled
The South Burnett community has been invited to provide feedback on the draft Wide Bay Burnett Regional Plan.
Council Warns About Bitumen Scam
South Burnett Regional Council has issued a warning about “bitumen bandits” scamming local residents.
‘Giving Tree’ Supports Graham House
South Burnett residents have been invited to leave unwrapped presents under a “Giving Tree” at Big W in Kingaroy, for distribution by Graham House.
Recycling Scheme May Expand
The State Government is considering expanding it popular Containers For Change program to include glass wine and spirit bottles.
SBRC Seeks $300m Water Investment
The SBRC will call on the Queensland Government to fulfil a promise that all 732 workers employed at Tarong and Meandu will still have jobs after the power station eventually closes.
Shoppers Urged To Donate
Woolworths Kingaroy is urging customers to buy items to donate to a Local Community Food Drive.
Mixed Reaction To Labor Budget
How did rural and regional Australia respond to this week’s Federal Budget?
SBRC Approves Nanango Subdivision
A new 20-lot residential subdivision in Nanango has been approved by the South Burnett Regional Council.
Another Servo For Wondai?
A proposed service station in Wondai was given preliminary approval at the SBRC’s October general meeting.
Council Briefed On Solar Farm Plan
South Burnett councillors have been briefed on a proposed 250-275MW solar farm which proponents hope to build north of Blackbutt.
Diesel To Continue Rising: RACQ
The RACQ has told motorists to blame international factors, rather than overcharging, for the current high price of diesel fuel.
