Unemployment Rate Drops To 7.2pc
After climbing 1 per cent per month in January, February and March, the unemployment rate for April has fallen from 9.5 per cent to 7.2 per cent in the Wide Bay Burnett region.
Water Impact Report Shows 528
Bores Will Be Affected By CSG
The draft Surat Underground Water Impact Report, released today, shows that out of about 21,000 private water bores in the Surat area, 85 are expected to be affected by Coal Seam Gas mining within three years … and 528 will be affected in the long-term.
Councillors Told:
Raise Rates, Cut Services, Or Both
South Burnett Regional Council CEO Ken McLoughlin warned today that Local Governments are at a tipping point … they must either raise rates, cut services or both.
New GM Appointed At CROW-FM
The chairman of CROW-FM Board John Box announced today that Chris “Corky” Corcoran has been appointed as the General Manager of the Wondai-based radio station.
How To Prosper In The Digital Economy
The State Government is inviting South Burnett businesses who want to learn how to prosper in the digital economy to a free breakfast seminar in Kingaroy on May 24.
South Burnett Gets $1.5m Boost
From Tarong Power Station Overhauls
Tarong Power Station will inject nearly $1.5 million into the South Burnett community during two overhauls this year. The first started last Friday, and the next is scheduled for October.
Pork Slaughter Levy Rise No ‘Bacon Tax’
An increase in the slaughter levy paid by pork producers that was flagged in last night’s Federal Budget isn’t a secret ‘Bacon Tax’ and will have no effect on the prices that consumers pay in the shops, Australian Pork Limited’s CEO Andrew Spencer said today.
New Budget ‘A Major Disappointment’
The Gillard Government has delivered a Budget of confusion that fails households, businesses and community groups, but adds $40 billion to net debt, Member for Wide Bay Warren Truss said today.
Free Course For Small Business Owners
Would you like to make more money in less time with less stress? Then an upcoming Small Business course being presented in Nanango on behalf of the South Burnett Regional Council could be just the thing for you!
PCA’s Dodge Takes Trophy
The Peanut Company of Australia’s fully restored KC30 Dodge took out first place in the “30 years & over” category at the Truck Show’n’Shine held as part of the annual Kingaroy Show at the weekend.
Reforms To Aid Subbies
Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington says the recently announced examination of reforms for the construction industry by the State Government should help to ensure sub-contractors in the South Burnett receive payment for their work.
And Which Stands Were The Best?
Exhibition skills trainer Ron McDermott cast an experienced eye over the stands at the recent South Burnett Exposed business expo in Kingaroy to assess exactly how they measured up.
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.
