Mayor Pushes For Rail Commitment
Toowoomba Mayor Paul Antonio has called on the Federal Government for a solid forward-funding commitment to build the Melbourne to Brisbane Inland Rail line in the upcoming 2017-18 Budget.
Storm Trips Safety Switches
A power outage that blacked out about 14,000 homes and businesses in the South Burnett on Thursday evening was linked to an issue at Ergon Energy’s Kingaroy substation.
Free Workshop For Women Entrepreneurs
Kingaroy will be hosting a free half day workshop for women entrepreneurs on Tuesday, April 4, between 9:30am and 1:00pm.
Council To Partner With Red Earth
The South Burnett Regional Council will partner with the Red Earth Foundation to help deliver a $6 million State Government program that aims to foster private sector innovation.
Home Power Bills Tipped To Rise 1.7pc
Electricity prices look set to rise again, with small business bills expected to increase by 1.5 per cent, household bills by 1.7 per cent, and farmers and irrigators by up to 1.9 per cent
When Am I Getting NBN?
South Burnett residents wondering when the NBN will reach their homes or workplaces should be pleased by a major update to the NBN website announced on Monday.
New Licensed Bistro Is Very Sheik
Country music legend Chad Morgan paid a flying visit to Blackbutt on Sunday afternoon, and a big slice of the town’s business, community and sporting leaders were there to welcome him.
Small Drop In Unemployment
Unemployment fell by just 0.3 percentage points in Wide Bay over the past 12 months, figures released on Thursday by Treasurer Curtis Pitt reveal.
More Rewards For Buying Locally
Have you noticed something new around the South Burnett lately?
Developer Starts Blackbutt Project
Supermarket developer Breezeway Pty Ltd has taken possession of the Blackbutt Memorial Hall site, the first step towards Blackbutt residents getting their long-awaited supermarket.
$4.2m Wish List Gets Green Light
Deputy Premier Jackie Trad has given the green light to the South Burnett Regional Council’s $4.26 million wish list of public works.
Moreton Tax Bill Still In Limbo
The outcome of an $8.18 million claim by the Australian Taxation Office against Moreton Resources Limited is still in limbo.
Stanwell ‘May Write Off Debt’
Coal Reuse allegedly owed Stanwell Corporation – operators of the Tarong North and Tarong power stations – just over $251,000 at the time it went into liquidation last year.
December Date For Supermarket
Any doubts about the future of the Blackbutt Supermarket should have been swept away by South Burnett councillor Gavin “Spud” Jones when he spelt out a timeline for the project at a public meeting in Blackbutt on Wednesday night.
Council To Collect Internet Data
South Burnett Directions has teamed with a Brisbane-based academic in a bid to collect data on broadband speeds throughout the region.
Mayor Issues Call For Ideas
The South Burnett’s Economic Development Strategy will be getting an overhaul next month, and the region’s business and development groups have been invited to have a say in the process.
Trading Hours Under Review
The Queensland Government is considering changes to trading hours to end consumer confusion and boost jobs.
10 Myths About Young Workers
If you’re a young employee – or employ a young worker – the Fair Work Ombudsman’s office has its eye out for you.
MP Calms Soil Contamination Fears
The State Government has emphasised that “general farm work” has not been affected in the Chinchilla area despite hydrogen gas being located in the soil.
Tourism Conference Coming To Kingaroy
Accommodation in Kingaroy could be in short supply in a fortnight, if only briefly.
