Five ‘Black Spots’ Identified
South Burnett Regional Council has worked in conjunction with other local councils to identify five major communication black spots in the region.
Magistrate Challenged
To Define ‘Understand’
A man facing two drugs charges today questioned the jurisdiction of Kingaroy Magistrates Court to hear the matter.
Council Team Excels In Challenge
Excellent decision making under pressure last week saw a Toowoomba Regional Council team judged the second best group in the State on a series of leadership tests at a Local Government Managers’ Australia (LGMA) Queensland Challenge.
Locals To Battle For Wondai Honours
South Burnett stables will be in the front line at Wondai’s popular Anzac Day fixture.
China Deal ‘Threatens Peanut Industry’
The Australian peanut industry, already reeling from floods and drought, could face a bigger problem soon … a Free Trade Agreement with China.
Gyrocopters Draw Crowds
More than $2 million worth of gyrocopters paid a visit to Wondai Airport over the Easter weekend to take part in the four-day Australian Sports Rotorcraft Association (ASRA) Nationals.
Test Drive Ends In Crash
A test drive of a brand new Toyota Hilux 4WD from ended badly for a 77-year-old Gympie man yesterday.
Doctors Mingle At Meet’n’Greet
Despite a Budget axe dangling over its head, Medicare Local is putting on a brave face
Qld Looking For Youth Ambassadors
Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington is encouraging youth people from the South Burnett to apply for a new youth ambassador program.
Wondai Chamber To Be Revitalised
The Wondai Chamber Of Commerce will change from a purely business-oriented group into a more broadly based community organisation that will act as “the voice of Wondai”, a public meeting decided last night.
Young Eagles Off To Coolum
There’s no junior rugby league happening in the South Burnett this weekend but that doesn’t mean there’ll be none of our young players seeing action.
Good Behaviour Rewarded
St Mary’s Catholic College handed out its “Benedictine Awards” to students during a special assembly at the school in Kingaroy this morning.
Injured Man Flown Out
A 23-year-old man has been flown to Royal Brisbane Hospital after an industrial accident in the Yarraman area.
Football Back In Action
The South Burnett’s various football codes are back in action this weekend following the Easter break.
Rep AFL Coming To Kingaroy
Representative AFL football will be coming to Kingaroy on May 10, when Lyle Vidler Oval hosts AFL Darling Downs’ annual City v Country match.
Autumn Garden Expo Shines
Between 2500 and 3000 people wandered through the gates of the Wondai Sportsgrounds at the weekend for the annual Autumn Garden Expo.
Feedback Sought On Wind Farm Code
The State Government is seeking feedback on a new code which will be used to assess wind farm developments in Queensland.
Hornet To Buzz Nanango
An RAAF FA18A Hornet will buzz Nanango on Friday as part of Anzac Day commemorations.
Grants To Boost Local Groups
The Easter Bunny delivered an extra special treat of $152,595 for six community groups in the South Burnett this week, with the announcement of successful applicants in the latest round of State Government community grants.
Last Chance To Catch Speedway
The last speedway meeting in Kingaroy for the current racing season will be held in conjunction with the annual Kingaroy Show on Saturday, May 3.
