Budget ‘Locks In Debt, Taxes’
Opposition Leader and Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington said the 2019-20 State Budget had locked in higher taxes, more debt, less jobs and less infrastructure for Queensland
Few Surprises For South Burnett
The State Government’s 2019-20 Budget, handed down by Treasurer Jackie Trad on Tuesday, contains few surprises for the South Burnett region.
Family Fun On A Chilly Night
It’s not often that you see crowds packing a car park on a chilly winter’s night in Kingaroy, but that was the case on Friday when Bunnings organised a family fun night as part of their opening celebrations.
Local Entries Reach Regional Finals
The 33 finalists who have been selected to contest the Darling Downs South West regional final of the 58th Queensland Training Awards have been announced, and there’s several South Burnett representatives among them.
Fires Blamed For Insurance Hike
Swickers’ devastating fire in Kingaroy in 2016 – and another fire at an Adelaide abattoir two years later – have been blamed for a large rise in insurance premiums for some food processors.
Community-Owned Bank Delivers
Heritage Nanango Community Branch will be putting a lot more than money back into the community this year … it will be helping to bring about a brighter future as well.
$1m Funding Boost For Moreton
Moreton Resources – the company planning to develop a coal mine on the outskirts of Kingaroy – has secured an extra $1 million in financial backing
Holly Bowls Over Bunnings
It’s been trading low-key since Friday but Kingaroy’s new Bunnings Warehouse was officially opened in style on Tuesday morning in a ceremony involving staff and invited local guests.
New Waste Charges Start July 1
Businesses will be charged $75 per tonne for waste disposal at SBRC tips from July 1 this year
Jay’s Eager To Help Families
Kingaroy has a new solicitor’s practice following the official launch on Friday night of Rosegold Legal.
Power Costs To Drop Slightly
Many residential and small business customers in regional Queensland should enjoy a small drop in power prices following the release on Friday of the Queensland Competition Authority’s latest determination.
Small Business Can Be A Challenge
Social media has put the icing on the cake for Kenilworth Country Bakery, a small business that has been operating for less than three years but now has an international reputation.
Countdown To Bunnings Opening
South Burnett tradies enjoyed a sneak peek behind-the-scenes at the new Bunnings Warehouse in Kingaroy on Wednesday afternoon
Recycle Your Paint For Free
South Burnett residents who have old paint cans lurking in sheds and garages can recycle them for free on Saturday, June 22.
Work Starts On Kitchen Upgrade
Work began on Monday on a $255,000 expansion of the Meals On Wheels kitchen in Kingaroy
State To Speed Up Bill Payments
The State Government will reduce the time it takes to settle invoices from small businesses from 30 days to 20 days.
Baker To Share Business Tips
Kenilworth Country Bakery founder Jenna Sanders will be the guest speaker at a free Queensland Small Business Week event being held in Murgon next Wednesday (May 29).
Crowies Outlet First In Queensland
A South Australian couple who moved to Kingaroy 18 months ago has been hard at work transforming one of the region’s oldest paint stores into one of Australia’s latest franchise outlets.
Building Approvals Rise
Building approvals in the South Burnett may be emerging from a four-year slump, according to new data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics.
Events To Support Small Business
South Burnett Regional Council has two free events coming up soon for small business owners.
