Mt Binga Bushfire: Stay Informed
UPDATE 7:04pm, Tuesday: The Queensland Fire Department has downgraded the Bushfire Advice for the Mt Binga fire to STAY INFORMED.
Fire Ban Extended Again
The local fire ban for residents living in the South Burnett, Cherbourg, Gympie and North Burnett regions has been extended again.
Garden Expo Springs Into Summer
Wondai’s popular Spring Garden Expo had more than a little “summer” flavour with temperatures climbing into the high 20s.
Riders Hurt In Separate Crashes
A trailbike rider was airlifted to Bundaberg Hospital in a stable condition after coming off his bike at Manar Park near Boondooma on Sunday afternoon.
It’s Time To ‘Get Ready’
Get Ready Queensland Week runs from October 6-12.
Firefighter Suffers Burns
A firefighter suffered burns while attending a large blaze near Wondai on Friday afternoon.
2025 Age Pension Guide Released
Member for Wide Bay Llew O’Brien has released his updated 2025 Age Pension Guide, including information on payment rates, assets tests and conditions.
‘Domo Girls’ Share Their Truths
Many “Domo Girls” – the women who grew up (and survived) the Cherbourg dormitory system – feel they are the forgotten people.
Congrats To Garden Expo Committee!
DEB’S DIARY
Congratulations to the hard-working committee of the Wondai Garden Expo, led by Jodi, on delivering another outstanding event.
Fake Notes Found In Kingaroy
Police are investigating following reports of fake $50 and $100 notes being circulated throughout Kingaroy over the past two weeks.
Upgraded Toilet Block Re-Opens
The toilet block in Kingaroy’s Adermann Park has re-opened to the public after a major refurbishment.
Two Stolen Vehicles Burnt
Police are investigating two incidents where stolen vehicles were torched earlier this week.
Are You Ready To Pink Up?
The South Burnett’s annual fundraising campaign to support the McGrath Foundation was officially launched on Wednesday morning with a generous $5000 donation.
Updated Timeline For Solar Farm
Australian Solar Enterprises, the company developing the Tumuruu solar farm near Blackbutt, has released an updated timeline for the project.
October’s Time To Start Walking
Did you know that you really don’t have to “run” at parkrun? Walkers are not only valued but are actually encouraged … and “parkwalking” is promoted every October.
Stephanie Sworn In To Council
Stephanie Laycock, a familiar face on the local rural show circuit, has been elected to Somerset Regional Council.
Media Groups Plan Merger
Southern Cross Media – owners of hit89.1 South Burnett – has announced plans to merge with Seven West Media, owners of the Channel 7 TV network.
Telstra To Upgrade Tinny Tower
Telstra has warned that mobile services in the Tingoora area will be temporarily affected while the local mobile base station is being upgraded.
Nurses Warn About Flu Complacency
Influenza deaths in the first seven months of 2025 are worse than for the same period in 2019 – the most recent severe flu year – according to new data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics.
Fire Ban Extended
The South Burnett / Cherbourg fire ban has been extended to 11:59pm on Monday.
