Shutdown Boost For Economy
The $35 million maintenance works currently under way at Tarong Power Station will provide a boost to the South Burnett economy, Energy Minister Dr Anthony Lynham told State Parliament on Thursday.
KCCI Fears Local Business Could Miss Out
The Kingaroy Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI) has urged local businesspeople to come along to their next meet’n’greet to hear two guest speakers who have been added to the program.
Will Mick Lose It Tomorrow?
Four Murgon businesses have banded together to host a Pink Ribbon Breakfast on Friday morning (October 19) to raise funds for the National Breast Cancer Foundation.
Heritage Unveils Charitable Foundation
Heritage Bank chairman Kerry Betros announced on Wednesday the organisation would be launching a Charitable Foundation this financial year.
Wondai Seed Plant Sold
JKI International has taken over the Wondai seed plant formerly operated by the Blue Ribbon Group.
Two Spots Nominated For Towers
South Burnett Regional Council has nominated Mt Mowbullum, on the Bunya Mountains, and Boondooma as priority locations for new mobile phone towers.
$580,000 Grant Reboots Radio
Cherbourg Council has taken over responsibility for the town’s radio station following a $580,000 investment by the Federal Government.
Meet’n’Greet At Funeral Parlour
Generation Funerals will be hosting the next Kingaroy Chamber of Commerce & Industry meet’n’greet.
Technology Transforms Photo Business
Some people think that disappearing businesses are a sign their town is dying, but the reality is often the opposite.
Fewer People Call South Burnett Home
After more than 13 years of growing by an average 1.3 per cent per annum, the South Burnett’s population has gone into decline since 2014, according to Australian Bureau Of Statistics data.
Police Want More CCTV In Kingaroy
Kingaroy police would like to see more security cameras in Kingaroy, and they also want to involve the public in the process.
Solar Farm Guidelines Unveiled
The State Government has released new guidelines for local councils to take into consideration when assessing applications for solar farms.
$35m Qantas Academy For Wellcamp
Construction will begin next month on a $35 million Qantas pilot training facility at Wellcamp Airport near Toowoomba
Hotel Crafts A New Experience
Kingaroy’s historic Club Hotel intends to carve out a new niche in the region’s hotel landscape.
Nanango Man Wins $400,000
A Nanango man is celebrating after winning more than $400,000 in Saturday’s Gold Lotto
Ombudsman To Resolve Land Disputes
Landholders and mining companies have a new avenue to resolve disputes with the appointment of Queensland’s first Land Access Ombudsman.
Moreton Weighs Up Sale Of Mine
The future of Moreton Resources’ proposed Kingaroy coal mine is in doubt following the company’s failure this week to shake off an $8.1 million tax debt.
Owners Quizzed About Cladding
Three South Burnett building owners have been contacted by the Queensland Building and Construction Commission in regards to building cladding.
LNP Slams Labor Over Jobs
The LNP has slammed the State Government after data released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics on Thursday showed Queensland has the worst unemployment rate in Australia.
Clovely Cleans Up At Wine Awards
Clovely Estate covered itself with glory at the 2018 Queensland Wine Awards, walking away with two trophies, a gold medal, three silvers and three bronzes.
