Chilly Night Under The Stars
A chilly evening didn’t stop visitors from enjoying a night under the stars at Hillview Cottages, just outside Kingaroy, last Saturday night.
UniSQ Drops Into Kingaroy
A team from the University of Southern Queensland dropped into Kingaroy this week to say g’day to local business leaders and introduce recently appointed Vice-Chancellor Professor Paul Mazerolle.
Woman Hurt In Crash
A woman, aged in her 30s, was transported to Kingaroy Hospital in a stable condition after a single-vehicle crash near Murgon on Thursday afternoon.
Grant Programs To Open Soon
Not-for-profit community groups have been invited to apply for grants under the South Burnett Regional Council’s Community Grants Program.
Council To Spend $155m In 2026-27
Most South Burnett residents will pay just 2.95 per cent more for their base rates in 2026-27 – well under the inflation rate of 4 per cent – despite the South Burnett Regional Council planning to spend more than $155 million during the same period.
Man Airlifted After Crash
A man aged in his 60s has been airlifted to hospital in a critical condition after a single-vehicle crash at South Nanango on Thursday afternoon.
More Coffees With A Cop!
There’s two more Coffee With A Cop mornings coming up in the South Burnett!
School Plans 125th Celebration
Wooroolin State School will be celebrating its 125th birthday in September and a callout has gone out to all ex-students!
CCTV Boost For Councils
Two local Councils are among 21 across Queensland to receive funding for CCTV cameras under the State Government’s $40 million Secure Communities Partnership Program.
Appeal Lodged Against BESS Refusal
As predicted at the South Burnett Regional Council’s May meeting, a company denied permission to build a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) beside the Kingaroy Solar Farm is challenging the decision in court.
Three Charged After Drug Raids
Police have charged three people after drugs and weapons were allegedly located during the police searches in Murgon and Cherbourg on Tuesday.
Tourism Opportunity For TRC Towns
Toowoomba Regional Council has joined with Queensland Country to host workshops to build tourism within the region.
Man Charged After Fatal Crash
A 30-year-old man has been charged following investigations into a fatal traffic crash at Widgee in May.
Row Erupts Over Work Camp
Final approvals for the Tarong West Wind Farm project are yet to be given the green light by the State Government, but that has not stopped angst in the local community over the site of a proposed work camp for the project.
‘Shoes’ Film Ready To Step Up
A locally produced film celebrating the South Burnett’s people, places and experiences will be officially launched in Kingaroy on July 23.
Work Begins To Stabilise Tower
The future of the historic Jimna Fire Tower looks to have been assured following the State Government’s awarding of a contract to stabilise the ageing structure.
Chorale Back In Concert
The South Burnett Chorale will be presenting its annual concert, “Lights, Camera, Sing!”, this Sunday (July 19) in Kingaroy.
Stolen Car Found Alight
A Holden Barina reportedly stolen from Fitzroy Street in Nanango on Thursday evening, was found ablaze at Runnymede on Friday morning.
In Winter, Arts Turn To Crafts
The Kingaroy and Wondai art galleries have both turned their walls over to craft activities this month … yes, winter is a good time to stay at home and make things!
Old Boys & New Boys Celebrate
It’s been a busy couple of weeks for the Wondai Wolves … last Saturday it was their annual Old Boys Day and this weekend they’re hosting the massive Mini Mods Carnival!
