Council To Defer $4.5m Works
South Burnett Regional Council plans to defer almost $4.5 million of capital works, but it is not just to save money.
AgForce Warning Over Levy
AgForce has warned that farmers will be “pushed to the brink” if the proposed Biosecurity Protection Levy is implemented on July 1.
Telecommunications: Have A Say
Communities across Australia have been invited to have input into the latest Regional Telecommunications Review.
Saints Off To A Strong Start
The South Burnett Saints senior teams began their 2024 campaign in the Darling Downs AFL competition on a winning note, despite trying conditions caused by the weather.
Heritage Expands Grants Scheme
Heritage Nanango Community Branch has announced a big change to its community sponsorship program.
Wet Start For Rugby League
It was a wet start to the 2024 rugby league season at the weekend, with heavy rain affecting several scheduled games.
Corner Four To Host Meet’n’Greet
Four Kingaroy businesses have banded together to host the next Kingaroy Chamber of Commerce and Industry meet’n’greet.
Good Weather For Gardeners!
It was good weather at the weekend for frogs, ducks … and gardeners!
Show Had Something For Everyone
The 115th Nanango Show had something for just about everyone last weekend … from racing ducks and pigs, to harness racing, chainsaw competitions and woodchopping.
Kangaroo Blamed For Crash
A driver was transported by ambulance to Kingaroy Hospital with an arm injury after a single-vehicle crash on Sunday morning.
Book Lovers Enjoy A Special Preview
Bookarama is back in Kingaroy … and this year, the St John’s P&F has experimented with a new way to raise a few more dollars (and have some fun).
Soccer Season Kicks Off
The 2024 South Burnett soccer season has officially started, with the first senior game played on Thursday evening in Kingaroy.
Big Changes At Commercial
Invited guests had the opportunity on Thursday night to take a sneak peek at the renovated corporate area at Kingaroy’s Commercial Hotel.
Fire Ants Found At Oakey
Fire ants have been found at Oakey just a day after a Senate inquiry recommended a review of funding arrangements under the national eradication plan.
National Watchdog For Trucks
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) will take over responsibility for heavy vehicle on-road compliance in Queensland from Saturday (April 20).
Crackdown On Dangerous Dogs
The State Government has passed tough new legislation which could lead to jail terms for the owners of dogs that attack and cause serious injuries or deaths.
Show Society Looking For Entrants
Kingaroy Show Society is looking for entrants in its Showgirl and Rural Ambassador competitions.
Bookings Open For Relay Brekkie
Kingaroy RSL Club will be hosting the official launch of this year’s South Burnett’s Relay For Life fundraising campaign.
Major Change To Biosecurity Levy
The Federal Government has announced a major change to the way the controversial Biosecurity Protection Levy (BPL) will be charged on rural industries.
Heartfelt Effort For Bushfire Victims
Almost 250 craft items will be heading off from Kingaroy soon to help bushfire victims after a massive effort by the members of the Cooinda Craft Group.
