Woolshed Plan In Acland Deal
TRC hopes to secure long-term financial support for the Jondaryan Homestead in return for backing proposed changes to the Stage 3 New Acland coal mine project.
Students Tackle Our Big Challenges
More than 130 students from four South Burnett high schools enjoyed an opportunity to explore their “big ideas” at an all-day workshop held in Kingaroy Town Hall last week.
Testing Starts On First Turbines
Work has begun on commissioning the first six turbines from Stage 1 at the Wambo wind farm
$15,500 Boost For Gumnut
The Gumnut Place in Murgon will be able to buy new equipment – and upgrade software – thanks to a $15,500 donation.
Group Takes Over Wine College
A consortium consisting of industry, tourism and council representatives will take over operations of the beleaguered Queensland College of Wine Tourism.
Cargill Snaps Up Rest Of Teys
Teys Investments Pty Ltd – owners of the large hide-processing plant on the outskirts of Murgon – is set to be fully taken over later this year by USA-based multinational Cargill.
Social Housing Project Opens
A social housing development was officially opened on Friday to provide safe and secure homes for local residents in need.
Council Wins Business Training Award
South Burnett Regional Council took home the major award at the 3rd annual South Burnett Training Awards, held in Murgon Town Hall last Saturday night.
Warning To Vape Landlords
Landlords who lease their premises to businesses selling illegal tobacco and vapes will face large fines – and possibly jail – under proposed State Government legislation.
Council Delays Vote On Motor Park
South Burnett Regional Council is seeking more information about a proposed motorsports park which has been discussed in the region since at least 2018.
Wind Farm Deliveries ‘Paused’
The delivery of turbine components to the Wambo Wind Farm construction has been paused.
$10m Boost From Overhaul
A $70 million planned maintenance overhaul has begun at Stanwell’s Tarong North power station.
MP Praises Call Centre Model
Cherbourg Council hosted a visit from Brisbane-based State MP Steve Minnikin last week to discuss small business opportunities and digital connectivity in the community.
Kingaroy Business Opens New Clinics
Kingaroy Chiropractic & Wellness has opened new practices in Nanango and Murgon.
Building Firm Sets Up In Cherbourg
An Indigenous-owned building company, Arafura Building Systems, recently moved its factory from the Sunshine Coast to Cherbourg.
Family History Shaped Into Bar
A new tourist attraction was officially opened in the South Burnett on Sunday at the popular Mulanah Gardens B&B and function centre at Benair.
Sunpork Backs Baiting Program
Sunpork has donated 2000kg of meat to help with the South Burnett Regional Council’s annual wild dog and feral pig co-ordinated baiting programs.
Changes At QRIDA
The State Government has announced four changes to the Board of the Queensland Rural and Industry Development Authority.
Promise To Fix Booubyjan ‘Black Spot’
The Nationals have promised to improve mobile phone coverage in Booubyjan should the Coalition win power at Saturday’s Federal Election.
Wambo Transformer On Its Way
The main grid transformer, weighing almost 180 tonnes, will be delivered to the Wambo Wind Farm construction site next week.
