Recycling Point Opens In Proston
Proston is the latest South Burnett town to get a dedicated Containers For Change authorised container refund point.
Boyce Remains ‘A Dedicated Nat’
Member for Flynn Colin Boyce has taken to social media to assure his electorate he remains “a dedicated member of the National Party”.
Red Earth Seeks Directors
Local philanthropic organisation, Red Earth Community Foundation, is calling for expressions of interest from people who would be interested in becoming directors.
Opposition Launches Rail Petition
The Federal Coalition has launched a “Rescue our Rail” petition in support of extending the Inland Rail project into Queensland.
Truck Driver Dies In Crash
A truck driver has died after his vehicle ran off the highway and hit a tree on the Burnett Highway at Boonara on Monday morning.
Motorbike Rider Critically Injured
A 21-year-old Kingaroy man suffered critical injuries in a motorcycle crash on the Blackbutt Range on Sunday morning.
New Home For Old Wondai Sign
An old metal sign that looked destined to be scrapped has been restored, thanks to the Wondai Men’s Shed and the intervention of South Burnett Mayor Kathy Duff.
Pig Truck, Sedan Collide
An elderly woman was airlifted to the Princess Alexandra Hospital in Brisbane with multiple fractures after a serious traffic crash on Friday morning near the Kingaroy CBD.
Accord Gives Mayors A Voice
Queensland’s 17 First Nations councils last week hosted an historic first meeting under the Queensland Indigenous Council Leaders Accord.
Saints Men Hit The Road
South Burnett Saints men’s team kicked off their 2026 campaign in the Darling Downs AFL competition in Toowoomba last weekend.
Art That Moves And Challenges
The results of a unique challenge to create an artwork every week – and document the process – are at the Wondai Regional Art Gallery this month.
Junior Soccer To Kick Off
The South Burnett’s junior soccer competition will get under way this Saturday, with games from mini-roos through to U12/13s and Cadets at Kingaroy.
Best Tips For Burrandowan Races
The “must do” tip for Burrandowan Picnic Races is that all patrons, particularly newcomers, should explore the Race Club’s highly comprehensive website before Saturday’s meeting.
Full Fields For Burrandowan
The Burrandowan Picnic Race Club will be celebrating 104 years of racing at Burrandowan, 66km west of Kingaroy, on Saturday (May 9).
Another Big Year At Kingaroy Show!
A few light showers on Saturday morning didn’t deter the crowds from attending Kingaroy’s big two-day show at the weekend.
NFF Welcomes Fuel Security Package
National Farmers’ Federation president Hamish McIntyre has welcomed Wednesday’s announcement of a $10 billion Australian Fuel Security and Resilience package by he Federal Government.
Family Days Honour Joel’s Memory
The South Burnett Junior MX Club joined with the family of champion motocross rider Joel Evans to celebrate his memory over the Anzac Day weekend with special activities at the MX track where he learnt most of his skills.
Inland Rail Decision ‘Devastating’
The dream of an Inland Rail link from Queensland to Melbourne has been shattered by a Federal Government announcement this week.
RES To Host Meet’n’Greet
RES Group – the developers of the Tarong West Wind Farm at Ironpot – will be hosting the next Kingaroy Chamber of Commerce and Industry meet’n’greet.
Excellent Visit By Her Excellency
Queensland Governor Dr Jeannette Young AC PSM met hundreds of South Burnett residents during her Vice-Regal visit last week … everyone from Kingaroy schoolchildren to the volunteer team at Nanango’s Ringsfield House.
