Local Wines To Feature In Hong Kong
A man known as Hong Kong’s answer to famous Australian wine critic James Halliday could be paying a visit to the South Burnett next year to help introduce the region’s wines to Chinese buyers.
Miners Kept 200m From Homes
Resource companies will be restricted from conducting activities 200 metres from homes and 50 metres from farm infrastructure under changes which came into effect on Tuesday.
KCCG Calls For Coal Permit Buyback
The State Government has been asked to buy back a mining exploration permit held by Moreton Resources to ensure a proposed coal mine near Kingaroy is never built.
Wide Bay-Burnett Unemployment Drops
Australian Bureau of Statistics data released on Thursday shows unemployment in the Wide Bay-Burnett was down 2.4 percent over the same period last year – one of the largest declines in Queensland.
Last Chance For Census
If you haven’t filled in your Census form yet, this is now the last chance to do so or risk being fined.
Croc Snaps Up Gold For Blackbutt Bakery
The Blackbutt Bakery has come home laden with trophies from the Official Great Aussie Pie Competition, held in Melbourne last week.
Shareholders Approve APN Deal
APN News & Media Limited shareholders have voted overwhelmingly in favour of the $36.6 million sale of its regional publishing arm to News Corp.
Workshop To Build Tender Skills
The Department of State Development will be hosting a “Capability Statement” workshop in Kingaroy next Friday (September 23).
Free Camping Ground Pays Off
The number of visitors using Murgon’s free 48 hour camping ground has continued to rise
Local Business Going For Export Glory
Kingaroy-based engineering company Access Innovations has been named as a finalist in the Premier of Queensland’s Export Awards
Townsville Flights To Start Soon
Direct flights from Wellcamp Airport to Townsville will begin on Monday, November 28.
Businesses Told To Stop
Trading With Coal Reuse
Coal Reuse has officially stopped trading, with liquidators advising businesses on Thursday to immediately “cease any and all trade with and services to the company”.
Energy Queensland CEO Named
Former Origin Energy general manager David Smales has been appointed CEO of the new merged power distribution body, Energy Queensland.
MP Showcases Local
Produce In Hong Kong
Wine from South Burnett producer Clovely Estate was featured at a special Queensland Government networking event in Hong Kong on Wednesday.
Fly Ash Firm In Liquidation
Troubled Tarong fly ash contractor Coal Reuse has been placed in liquidation, leaving a trail of creditors in its wake who could be owed as much as $1.2 million.
Ambulance Station To
Be Upgraded To 24×7
Kingaroy Ambulance Station will soon be upgraded to a 24 hour a day, seven days a week service
Helping Hand For CROSB Crew
SupaIGA in Kingaroy have thrown their weight behind a Relay For Life team who are usually kept busy helping others.
Council To Hold Special Meeting
A Special Meeting of the South Burnett Regional Council has been called for next Wednesday (September 7) at the Council Chambers in Glendon Street, Kingaroy.
WH&S Targets Truck Safety
Workplace Health and Safety Queensland has organised a free webinar for employers in a bid to cut the number of workers being killed while working near heavy vehicles.
SB Directions To Host Meet ‘n’ Greet
The Kingaroy Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s next meet’n’greet will be hosted by South Burnett Directions, the region’s peak economic and tourism development organisation.
