Halloween Comes Alive (and Dead)
Ghouls and ghosties, witches and warlocks – and even a mummy or two – were spotted wandering Nanango streets on Tuesday night as part of the town’s annual Halloween celebration.
Young People Look To The Future
Confident, colourful and creative … this was the face of Cherbourg’s young people on show at the official opening of the community’s new “YAG Shop” on Friday.
Please Check Your Sheds: Police
Police are continuing to appeal for public help to locate a missing Ballogie woman, including checking their yards and sheds.
Kathy To Run For Mayor
Division 5 councillor Kathy Duff announced on social media on Monday night she will run for Mayor of the South Burnett Regional Council.
Council Warning On Fake Charities
Western Downs Regional Council has issued a warning about fake donation pages appearing online allegedly to assist bushfire victims.
103-Year-Old Church Closes
Murgon’s 103-year-old Christ Church – part of the Anglican parish of Barambah – held its last service on Saturday morning.
Transformer Coming On Friday
Motorists travelling in the South Burnett on Friday should keep an eye out for a convoy carrying a large transformer to Tarong Power Station.
Have You Seen Helen?
Police are appealing for public assistance to locate a 58-year-old woman reported missing from Ballogie.
Man Burnt Fighting Fire
A man aged in his 50s suffered burns after trying to contain a bushfire at Old Cooranga on Saturday.
Coaches Cast Eyes Over Local Talent
About 80 young rugby league players from across the Wide Bay region took part in a talent identification day at Kingaroy’s T.J. O’Neill Oval on Saturday.
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.
