‘Hospital In The Home’ On Its Way
Patients living within 50km of Kingaroy will soon be able to access high-level health care in their own homes.
Spike In Respiratory Diseases
Toowoomba Hospital was forced to reschedule eight non-urgent elective surgeries on Tuesday and Wednesday.
Flu, COVID-19 Cases Rising
Queensland Health has issued an alert over the rising number of hospitalisations in Queensland for influenza and COVID-19.
Vape Shops Raided … Again
Two businesses allegedly selling illegal tobacco products or vapes in Kingaroy were temporarily shut down after raids last week by the Darling Downs Public Health Unit.
Feedback Sought On Health Strategy
Darling Downs Health is asking the local First Nations community to have a say on a proposed 2025-2028 Health Equity Strategy to improve health outcomes for the region’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
$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.
Social Housing Project Opens
A social housing development was officially opened on Friday to provide safe and secure homes for local residents in need.
Mobile Clinic In Murgon
The mobile women’s health clinic will be visiting Murgon in June.
Blackbutt: Boil Water Advice
UPDATE 2: The boil water alert was lifted on Saturday morning
Blackbutt: Tap Water Warning
South Burnett Regional Council issued an alert at 11:00am on Thursday to Blackbutt residents: Do not drink the tap water!
Heritage Gives Gifts From The Heart
Sixteen Nanango community organisations have received the lifesaving gift of new defibrillators, thanks to a $47,990 sponsorship from Heritage Nanango Community Branch.
Kingaroy Business Opens New Clinics
Kingaroy Chiropractic & Wellness has opened new practices in Nanango and Murgon.
Special Event For Rural Mums
Hey South Burnett mums! Want to keep the Mother’s Day vibe going? Here’s another event to add to your social calendar!
Riding Makes A Positive Impact
Not-for-profit support group IMPACT Community Services has launched a program in Kingaroy to help people living with mental health challenges to feel less isolated.
Amy Joins LifeFlight Team
South Burnett residents can expect to see a lot more of Amy Agius around the region, especially at community events.
Patients Can Now Breathe Easier
Kingaroy Hospital has received a key piece of equipment thanks to the Kingaroy Hospital Auxiliary and the local community.
Illegal Cigs, Vapes Seized
Almost 100,000 illegal cigarettes were allegedly seized by Queensland Health officials during raids at two Kingaroy tobacco shops last week.
Bequest Boosts Kilkivan Project
A bequest by a Kilkivan woman has boosted efforts by the not-for-profit Kilkivan & District Community Care Association to implement its Rise & Shine Ageing-in-Place Project.
Trial To Improve Access To Doctors
A new partnership between Kingaroy Hospital, local GPs and the South Burnett Regional Council aims to reduce visits to hospital emergency departments.
On-The-Spot Vape Fines Soar
Stores caught stocking and selling illegal tobacco and vapes face on-the-spot fines of up to $161,300, the State Government announced on Thursday.
