Qld Switches On To Solar
The State Government is boasting that Queensland is a world leader in solar power, with solar panels now producing twice as much electricity as the State’s biggest power station.
‘Strong Belief In South Burnett’
The former Wide Bay Burnett Electricity Board building in Kingaroy, which has stood vacant for many years, is again buzzing with life.
Local Property Prices Buoyant
Several South Burnett towns enjoyed a buoyant real estate year, according to research company CoreLogic.
Nutrien Closes Ruralco Deal
Nutrien has acquired Ruralco, the company behind some of the best-known agri-brands in Australia
Rotary Rewards Excellence At Work
Kingaroy Rotary Club is inviting local employers to nominate an employee for a Rotary “Pride of Workmanship” award.
Town Loses One Store, Gains Another
Fans of Proston’s NB Inspirations Department Store were saddened last month when they learned the highly regarded nine-year-old business was closing down.
Ombudsman Targets UGL
Australian Small Business Ombudsman Kate Carnell says she is concerned by reports that engineering group UGL plans to change its bill payment timeframe.
LNP To Fight For Acland Jobs
Opposition Leader Deb Frecklington says the LNP is “standing with the workers” employed at the New Acland coal mine and will continue to fight for their jobs.
Third Try For Streetscape Grant
South Burnett Regional Council will lodge its third application to the Building Better Regions Fund in a bid to get the Federal Government to contribute to Kingaroy’s $8 million streetscape project.
Kingaroy Signs Will Be Pork-Free
Kingaroy’s new entry signs will be pork-free because the town is better known for peanuts.
Astill’s Wins State Award
Astill’s Electrical Services has celebrated its 10th birthday by taking out the Queensland Medium Employer of the Year trophy at the Queensland Training Awards in Brisbane.
Safe Message For Young Drivers
Young people had the opportunity to learn firsthand from the experts at a driver safety night held in Kingaroy last week.
Bye Bye Santa, Hello Easter!
Murgon will axe its long-standing Christmas Fair and put all its eggs into an Easter celebration instead
Car Dealers Vital For Regions: Study
New car dealers in the Maranoa electorate contribute more than $289 million each year to the economy and employ 1316 staff, including apprentices.
New Body To Oversee Mine Safety
An independent body is being set up by the State Government to protect the safety and health of Queensland’s 70,000-plus miners.
Axe Falls As Acland Deadline Passes
New Hope – operators of the New Acland coal mine – have sacked 150 workers after the State Government failed to meet the company’s September 1 deadline to approve Stage 3 of the mine.
KPAC To Host KCCI
The $4.5 million Kingaroy State High School Performing Arts Centre – which is celebrating its first birthday this month – will be the venue for the next Kingaroy Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) meet’n’greet.
Audits Lead To $26,500 Back Pay
Foodco, the franchisor of the Jamaica Blue and Muffin Break cafés, has back-paid 166 employees across Australia a total of $26,562.30 under a two-year audit and compliance agreement with the Fair Work Ombudsman.
Green Light For Chinese Wind Farm
The State Government has approved the construction of a 64MW 16-turbine wind farm by Chinese-owned Australian Energy Wind Farm (AEWF) at Mannuem.
Tenders Sought For Fire Stations
The State Government has opened tenders to build new fire stations at Yarraman and Kilkivan
