Council To Enter Tourism Partnership
After several months of negotiations, South Burnett Regional Council will enter into a partnership arrangement with the Visit South Burnett local tourism organisation.
Toowoomba GRP Hits $11.5b
Toowoomba region’s Gross Regional Product has passed the $11 billion mark for the first time.
Wine Exports ‘The Way Of The Future’
At a time when ongoing drought has reduced many of the region’s farms to minimal production, two South Burnett wineries are pioneering new export markets in Asia
Business Breakfast Supports Local Family
A breakfast on Tuesday, December 17, will help raise funds for a Kingaroy family whose child suffers from a rare genetic disorder.
‘Secret Power Tax’ In Regions: LNP
South-east Queensland residents are enjoying savings of more than $300 a year on their power bills thanks to price competition among retailers, according to the latest Queensland Competition Authority annual report released on Monday.
Acland May Go To High Court
The fate of the Stage 3 expansion of the New Acland Coal mine may end up being decided in the High Court.
CTC Looks Back On A Busy Year
Long-serving Board member Michael Carroll was presented with a thank you gift at the annual general meeting of South Burnett CTC last week
After 39 Years, It’s Time To Retire
A well-loved Kingaroy business which has been trading for almost 40 years will be closing its doors on Christmas Eve, unless a last-minute buyer steps forward.
Proteco Expansion To Create More Jobs
Proteco Oils in Kingaroy will be adding as many as 26 jobs to its local workforce, thanks to a $730,000 investment in new technology.
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.
