Shake-Up For BESS Approvals
Battery energy storage systems developments have joined the list of renewable energy projects which are now “impact assessable” in Queensland.
49 Charged During Police ‘Surge’
Senior police have praised Operation Martello – the week-long “surge” of police into the South Burnett – as a success after 49 people were charged with a total of 202 offences.
MPs Respond To Crime Appeal
Attorney-General Deb Frecklington and Premier David Crisafulli have both written to the Murgon Business and Development Association is response to a letter concerning the recent spike in crime in the Murgon area.
Six Groups Share $140,000 Grants
Six community groups will share in almost $140,000 in grants from the latest round of funding from the Tarong Community Partnership Fund.
Two Arrested Near Blackbutt
Two men have been charged after an incident near Blackbutt on Sunday.
Raids Link Bikies To Illegal Smokes
The Illicit Tobacco Taskforce – led by Australian Border Force – says its has disrupted a prominent organised crime network after raids on the Gold Coast.
Two Hurt In Horse Incidents
Two people have been taken to hospital after separate incidents involving horses in the South Burnett.
2026 Australia Day Nominees
The 75 nominees for the SBRC’s 2026 Australia Day Awards have been released.
Grants For Flying Foxes
Two local councils have received funding to tackle the issue of flying foxes under Round 8 of a State Government grant scheme.
Saints On Top At Summer Break
South Burnett cricket competition newcomers Saints confirmed their position at the top of the ladder by downing Kingaroy Services at Wondai last Saturday.
Kilkivan Farewells Popular GP
Kilkivan Rural Clinic’s popular GP Sandra Zeeman was farewelled last week by the community after 12 years of care.
Santa Enjoys Making History
Santa Claus dropped in last week at the Christmas break-up of the South Burnett Genealogical and Family History Society at Kingaroy RSL Club.
Pinion To Lead Water Research
Grain growers in medium and high rainfall zones will gain new tools to tackle waterlogging, runoff and evaporation thanks to a major new national project led by Pinion Advisory.
Proud Day For Schmidt Family
Member for Nanango, Attorney-General Deb Frecklington, celebrated a proud moment in the Supreme Court of Queensland recently, moving the admission of Kingaroy local resident Oscar Schmidt as a Legal Practitioner.
Murder Charge: Mental Health Check
The Queensland Mental Health Court will decide the state of mind of a Kilkivan man charged with murder over the death of his uncle.
New Transfer Station Ready To Open
The new Waste Transfer Station at Maidenwell will officially open on Monday, December 22.
Disaster Groups Prepare For Action
South Burnett Local Disaster Management Group and Local Disaster Recovery Group members met recently to discuss preparations ahead of the storm season.
Funding Targets Youth Crime
Member for Nanango, Attorney-General Deb Frecklington, has congratulated South Burnett CTC on their successful grant application under the State Government’s $100 million Kickstarter Program.
Online Portal To Find Grants
Several local councils have joined the Grants Guru online portal to help community groups, sporting clubs, not-for-profits and local businesses explore grant opportunities.
Full Fields For Nanango Races
The Sportsbet Nanango Race Club will be holding its Christmas Race Meeting at the Lee Park Racecourse on Saturday.
