Trail Bike Rider Injured
A trailbike rider was airlifted to hospital after an incident near Bell on Sunday morning.
New Chair For Northern Panel
The Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) has appointed a new head to its Northern Panel, which covers growers in Queensland and NSW.
Man Hurt In Collision
A man was transported by ambulance to Kingaroy Hospital after a collision at Chahpingah on Friday morning.
Proston To Stay In Nanango
A proposal which would have excluded Proston from the Electorate of Nanango at the next State Election has been dropped after a submission from the South Burnett Regional Council.
Flood Study Enters Final Phase
A long-running Burnett River flood study – which has examined data from the 2010, 2013 and 2022 events – has entered its final stage.
Too Much Art Is Not Enough!
South Burnett Mayor Kathy Duff was extra busy last Friday night, called upon to open the August exhibitions at both the Kingaroy and Wondai regional art galleries.
AgForce Slams Land Use Bill
AgForce has criticised State Government legislation designed to fast-track major projects in Queensland, saying it comes at too high a cost for farmers.
Golf Day Raises $6000
The Kingaroy Hospital Auxiliary’s recent Balls & Beanies Golf Day has raised at least $6000 to put towards the purchase of new equipment for Kingaroy Hospital.
Almost 300,000 Head Sold At Dalby
Almost 300,000 head of cattle passed through the Dalby Regional Saleyards during 2025-26.
Man Charged Over Pipe Bomb
Police have arrested a 35-year-old man at Widgee after a pipe bomb exploded in a State Forest near Glastonbury on Wednesday.
Silver Success For Sub-Chamber
South Burnett Sub-Chamber entrant Matthew McCauley has been awarded the runner-up’s sash in the prestigious Queensland Ag Shows’ Rural Ambassador competition.
Author Explores Mary’s Pathway
Queensland author Carrie Lock hosted a short writer’s talk in Kingaroy on Sunday.
Nanango Turns Up The Heat
The weather gods smiled this year for Nanango’s annual Cup Day races on Saturday at the Lee Park racecourse.
Mayors Fear Disaster Funds Cutback
Proposed Federal Government changes to Disaster Relief Funding Arrangements risk weakening regional Queensland’s ability to recover from natural disasters, according to a large group of Queensland mayors.
Man Jailed For Killing Pedestrian
A driver charged after a pedestrian was struck and killed in First Avenue, Kingaroy, in September 2024 has been sentenced to nine years jail.
2027 BaconFest Dates Released
The dates for the 2027 Kingaroy BaconFest festival have been released!
Dirt Bike Rider Dies
A 64-year-old Jandowae man has died after crashing while riding a dirt bike on a private property west of Kumbia on Sunday evening.
Petition Seeks Reward
North Queensland MP Rob Katter has sponsored an official e-Petition to State Parliament seeking a reward for information in regards to the disappearance of Jack McLennan in 2024.
Two Airlifted After Truck Crash
Two people were airlifted to hospital after a truck crash on the Burnett Highway near Glan Devon on Saturday morning.
Regional Tech Hub Closes
The Regional Tech Hub – which provided free and independent phone and internet advice to rural and remote residents – will wind up at the end of August.
