Qld Signs Inland Rail Agreement
The much-discussed Inland Rail project – linking Melbourne to Brisbane – took a major step forward on Friday with the signing of an agreement between the Federal and Queensland governments.
Mayor Defends Swickers’ Discount
South Burnett Mayor Keith Campbell has defended a decision by Council to charge Swickers’ a lesser rate for water used at their Kingaroy abattoir.
Christmas Eve Holiday Proclaimed
Christmas Eve will officially be a part-day public holiday in Queensland this year.
New Faces For Kingaroy Chamber
The Kingaroy Chamber Of Commerce and Industry will have four new faces on its executive in 2020.
Astill’s Brings Home National Trophy
Astill’s Electrical Service has done it again … this time taking out a national Australian Training Award
Council To Close Forestry Road
South Burnett Regional Council has agreed to permanently close a 3.3km section of Ridge Road at Neumgna to allow Meandu Mine to expand
Swickers Water Subsidy Extended
South Burnett ratepayers will continue to subsidise Swickers’ water supply by $150,000 a year after Councillors voted to extend a discount on water supply charges to June 2020.
Rotary Rewards Proud Workers
Kingaroy Rotary Club breathed new life into its “Pride Of Workmanship” awards on Saturday night, and was rewarded with more nominations than it could accommodate.
Red Earth Reports Back
Red Earth Community Foundation will be hosting a breakfast in Kingaroy on December 18 to update the South Burnett community on the not-for-profit group’s activities during 2019.
New Eatery Ready To Go
A new eatery is opening in Kingaroy on Tuesday but there’ll be some familiar faces behind the counter.
2020: Year Of Indigenous Tourism
Next year has been designated the Year of Indigenous Tourism in Queensland.
New Role At Stanwell
Former chair of the Australian Energy Council, Jennifer Tarr, has been appointed general manager at Stanwell Energy, the retail arm of Stanwell Corporation.
AgForce Welcomes Drought Package
AgForce Qld has welcomed the Federal Government’s new drought support measures, saying they will deliver much-needed economic stimulus for farm-dependent communities and small businesses.
Tourism Agreement In Limbo
An official agreement between the South Burnett Regional Council and the Visit South Burnett local tourism organisation is in limbo.
LNP Unveils ‘New’ Bradfield Scheme
The LNP has put the much-discussed Bradfield Scheme back on to the mainstream political agenda but in a new form which it says will create a foodbowl in Queensland.
‘No Further Barriers’ To Approval
Orders issued by the Queensland Court of Appeal on Friday mean New Acland Stage 3 will now not be referred back to the Land Court, meaning the mine expansion is one step closer to becoming reality.
AgForce Praises NBN Co Move
AgForce has praised NBN Co for setting up a business unit focused solely on servicing rural, regional and remote Australia.
Wellcamp To Become Rural Export Hub
Toowoomba’s Wellcamp Airport will become an agricultural export hub by early 2021, providing new export opportunities for farmers and food processors.
Woolies’ Breach ‘Shocks’ Ombudsman
The Fair Work Ombudsman says she is shocked that yet another large, publicly listed company has admitted to breaching Australia’s workplace laws on a massive scale.
Huge Solar Farm In Doubt
The future of a huge solar farm project at Harlin looks uncertain following court action
