Kingaroy Celebrates NAIDOC Week
It was Kingaroy’s turn on Wednesday to celebrate “50 Years Of Deadly” with a NAIDOC Week celebration in the Kingaroy Town Hall Forecourt area.
Yarraman Car Show Shines Again
Car lovers were in heaven on Saturday at the annual Yarraman Show & Shine which attracted more than 100 vehicles to the Errol Munt Sportsgrounds.
New Law To Target Bail Breaches
The State Government plans to pass legislation before the end of the year which will mean young people who commit certain crimes while on bail could face a mandatory minimum sentence.
Applications Open For Nutrien Grants
Ag company Nutrien has partnered with the Foundation for Rural & Regional Renewal to offer eligible not-for-profit groups a share in a $250,000 Community Grants Program.
Yarraman SES Wins Award
The Yarraman SES Group has been recognised for their outstanding efforts in responding to requests for help across the region.
Inquest To Probe Man’s Death
An inquest has been scheduled to be held in Kingaroy from September 21-24 to investigate the death of man during a siege at a home in the South Burnett in 2021.
50 Years Of Deadly At Cherbourg
A big crowd turned out at Cherbourg’s Anzac Memorial Park on Tuesday to celebrate “50 Years Of Deadly”, the 2026 theme for NAIDOC Week.
Cherbourg Freezes Rents Again
Cherbourg Council plans to deliver a record $52 million capital works program over the next 12 months, but residents will be relieved there will again be no rises in rents.
Heath Says ‘Thank You’ For Support
A former Benarkin man who suffered a series of major health challenges – and then became effectively homeless – after a simple foot injury has begun a new life at the coast after receiving long-term support from a South Burnett support group.
Timber Group Joins QFF
Timber Queensland, the peak body for the timber industry in Queensland, has joined the Queensland Farmers Federation (QFF).
Cyclists Enjoy Kicking Up The Dust
Did you notice all the extra cyclists around the region at the weekend … kicking up the dust and adding dollars to the local economy?
Six Charged After Cemetery Damaged
Police have charged five youths and an 18-year-old man after an investigation into the wilful damage of graves at Cherbourg last week.
Saints Party In Pink
It was the turn of the South Burnett Saints to turn pink last weekend as a cancer fundraiser.
Call To Destroy Illegal Peanut Imports
Peanut growers have called for the immediate destruction of suspect shipments of imported peanuts after learning that illegally imported raw peanuts have been entering Australia unchecked.
Social Soccer On The Way
Barambah United will be hosting Girls United Social Sessions on Mondays from July 27.
Car Thieves Trash Cemetery
Police are hunting car thieves who trashed at least 10 graves at Cherbourg Cemetery early on Friday morning.
Worker In Critical Condition
A worker was critically injured in a workplace incident at Memerambi on Thursday evening.
Perfect Weekend For Runners!
The weather was perfect at the weekend for Wondai’s annual running festival … not too hot, not too cold and just right for some very fast times!
Council Seeks Input On Airport
South Burnett Regional Council is seeking public feedback on a Draft Masterplan which aims to shape the long-term future of the Kingaroy Aerodrome.
You Say Goodbye, And I Say Hello!
Just over a year ago, we announced that South Burnett Online would be taking a new direction, ie. the structure would change to a not-for-profit model.
