Nuclear Sites Still Under Wraps
Nationals leader – and Member for Maranoa – David Littleproud says the Federal Coalition has “six or seven” sites in mind for nuclear power plants around Australia, but has not revealed the locations.
Opportunity For Young Leaders
The National Farmers’ Federation is inviting applications from under 35s for its development program for young and emerging leaders in Australian agriculture.
Site Works Continue On Dam Project
Site works are continuing for the proposed Borumba Dam pumped hydro project.
MP Visits Key Local Industry
Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington says she has been given a behind-the-scenes insight into the important role the timber industry plays in the South Burnett.
Relay For Life Ready To Tackle Cancer
The South Burnett’s 2024 Relay For Life fundraising campaign officially began on Wednesday morning with a launch breakfast hosted by the Kingaroy RSL Club.
Council Votes For Moratorium
South Burnett Regional Council has called for a moratorium on renewable energy projects in the region unless certain conditions are met – and will ask other Wide Bay-Burnett councils to do likewise.
Eagles Fly In Home Games
South Burnett Eagles’ juniors were in action in three rugby league games played at T.J. O’Neill Oval in Kingaroy on Saturday.
Rare Chance To See Art In Action
Kingaroy Regional Art Gallery is offering an opportunity next week to explore the world of Sunshine Coast artist Jane Ericksen.
Fire Ants Near Toowoomba
The National Fire Ant Eradication Program has reported the detection of the imported pest at Meringandan and Highfields.
Invitation To Explore Agritourism
Farmers have been invited to attend an Agritourism Field Day at Moffatdale on June 13.
Smith Confirmed In QFES Role
Acting Commissioner Stephen Smith has been confirmed as the new permanent head of the Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES).
Cow Sends Man To Hospital
A man suffered a facial injury when his vehicle hit a cow at Wattle Camp on Thursday night.
Numbers Down But Prices Firm
A total of 450 cattle were yarded in Murgon for Tuesday’s fortnightly cattle sale.
Players Ready To Tread The Boards
Cold war tensions, a love triangle and music by ABBA stars Benny Andersson and Björn Ulvaeus … what more could you want? So have you booked your tickets to Chess yet?
Donation Boosts Community Fleet
The Graham House Community Transport Service has two shiny new Kia Carnivals, thanks to a generous donation by the Murgon Services Club.
Burrandowan’s Always In Style
The Burrandowan Picnic Races always attracts herds of thoroughbreds – both on and off the racetrack – to its annual outing.
Three Hurt In Collision
Three people were freed by rescue crews after a collision on the D’Aguilar Highway at Coolabunia on Wednesday morning.
Nephew Charged With Murder
Police have charged Kilkivan resident James Neale, 42, with murder after an investigation into the death of his uncle in Kilkivan last month.
BOM Moves To La Niña Watch
The Bureau of Meteorology has moved to a La Niña Watch.
LNP MPs Slam Federal Budget
The three LNP MPs who represent different slices of the South Burnett have all reacted negatively to Tuesday night’s Federal Budget.
