NFF Praises EU Trade Deal Decision
The National Farmers’ Federation has congratulated Trade Minister Don Farrell for walking away from the proposed free trade deal with the European Union.
Mayor Extends Sick Leave
Media reports that Brett Otto has informed colleagues he would not be restanding for the position of South Burnett Mayor has puzzled some of his fellow councillors.
Three Charged After RL Final
Three people have been charged after an alleged altercation at T.J. O’Neill Oval following the 2023 Rugby League grand final in September.
Dairy Producers Issue Drought Alert
Dairy producer group EastAUSmilk is calling on State and Federal governments to be ready with support as drought starts to bite in Queensland and northern NSW.
Shellytop Rd: Return With Caution
At 10:07pm on Friday, QFES advised residents in the Shellytop Road area at Durong they could RETURN WITH CAUTION.
Wondai Backs A Winner
Cup Day is always a big one at Wondai … the Wondai Cup, that is, as well as the Caulfield Cup on the screens.
Marchers Reclaim The Night
The instruction went out on Thursday night … make as much noise as you like!
Kingaroy Blue Overpowers Wondai
Kingaroy Services Blue (3/319) defeated an under-strength Wondai Wolves (77 all out) by 242 runs at Wondai Cricket Ground on Saturday.
Local Fire Bans Extended
QFES has extended the local fire ban for residents in the South and North Burnett, Cherbourg and Gympie council areas.
Durong Fire: Stay Informed
At 10:09pm on Friday, QFES downgraded the alert for a bushfire burning in the Durong area to STAY INFORMED.
Hay Day Helps To Lift Spirits
Twenty-five South Burnett farming families had a reason to smile on Wednesday, thanks to a generous donation of hay organised by the Murgon Lions Club.
New Faces At MBDA
Two long-standing members of the Murgon Business and Development Association retired from key roles at the group’s AGM.
New NFF Boss Slams Federal Policies
Newly installed National Farmers Federation president David Jochinke has launched a broadside against the Federal Government on his first day on the job.
Survey To Assess Recycling
South Burnett Regional Council is seeking feedback from the community about how the region’s recycling bin service is going.
MP Seeks Disaster Support After Fire
Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington has called on the Federal and State governments to activate Disaster Recovery Funding for residents in the Cooyar area affected by the recent bushfires.
COVID Hospital Numbers Spike
Queensland Health has issued a warning to Queenslanders aged 65 and older to make sure they are up-to-date with their COVID-19 booster shots following a spike in hospital admissions.
Blackbutt Looks Back On 110 Years
World War I was yet to begin and Kingaroy Shire was just one year old … but down in Blackbutt, everyone was thinking about football!
SBRC Incentive Scheme Extended
South Burnett Regional Council will extend its Development Incentive Scheme for two years after seeing evidence it is stimulating development.
TRC Debates Council Divisions
Toowoomba councillors have voted to hire a consultant to explore the introduction of Divisions in their area.
Dancers Raise $600 For Charity
A special linedancing event held in Wondai on Saturday has raised $600 for the McGrath Foundation to support local breast care nurse Sue Cox.
