The Definition Of Madness …
Albert Einstein is credited with defining madness as doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results.
Local Council Areas Rank Poorly
Cherbourg Aboriginal Shire Council is the second most disadvantaged council area in Australia, according to 2021 data released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics.
GP Suspended For Three Months
Kingaroy doctor Isabella Jonsson has been suspended from practising for three months, the second time she has faced disciplinary proceedings in the Queensland Civil and Administrative Tribunal.
New Funding Program Unveiled
The $300 million Round 1 of the Federal Government’s new $600 million Growing Regions Program will open for expressions of interest on July 5.
Red Earth To Lead Drought Projects
Five local community groups will receive more than $387,000 to deliver projects in the South and North Burnett and Darling Downs, thanks to the Federal Government’s Future Drought Fund.
Opinions Sought On Fate Of Tree
South Burnett Regional Council is seeking community feedback about the potential removal of a large hoop pine in Macalister Street, Murgon.
‘Solid Investment’ In Councils
The Australian Local Government Association (ALGA) has described Tuesday night’s Federal Budget as a “solid investment” in local government but is disappointed with some aspects.
Aged Care Funding Boost ‘Fantastic’
Southern Cross Care Queensland – which operates Castra in Murgon and Karinya in Nanango – has welcomed the Federal Government’s aged care funding announced in Tuesday night’s Budget, but says rural and remote communities cannot be forgotten.
AgForce ‘Disappointed’ With Budget
AgForce has described Tuesday night’s Federal Budget as a budget of “missed opportunities” which ignored practical solutions that could have eased financial strain and strengthened agriculture.
Mayor Calls On LNP To Speak Up
Mayor Brett Otto has called on the LNP to state its position about the impact renewable energy projects are having on regional communities.
Pedestrian Hit By Vehicle
A female pedestrian in her 60s suffered a leg injury when she was struck by a vehicle in Murgon on Tuesday morning.
Women Take Over Kingaroy Gallery
Kingaroy Art Gallery is filled this month by works by three very talented women, including pieces by a popular local artist who’s been keeping a low profile for the past few years.
Large Fire At South Nanango
Firefighters called for extra resources on Monday afternoon to help fight a large fire burning east of the Tarong Power Station.
Fun Run Fundraiser On This Sunday
The South Burnett Rail Trail will again be hosting this year’s Mother’s Day Classic fundraiser for breast cancer research this Sunday.
Union Welcomes Net Zero Authority
The Mining and Energy Union has welcomed the creation of a new statutory authority to support workers in emissions-intensive sectors.
Applications Open For Bursaries
South Burnett women are eligible for $1000 bursaries being offered by the National Council of Women in Queensland.
Replace Coal With Nuclear: MP
National Party Leader and Member for Maranoa David Littleproud has suggested old coal-fired power plants be replaced with nuclear plants to avoid building thousands of kilometres of new power transmission lines across agricultural land.
Local ‘Super’ Cooking Oil Hits Market
Kingaroy-based Plenty Foods has releases a super high oleic safflower oil, the first on the Australian market.
Full Fields For Burrandowan
The Burrandowan Picnic Race Club will be holding its 101st Race Meeting at the Burrandowan Racecourse, 66km west of Kingaroy, on Saturday (May 6).
Burrandowan Is Set For Excitement
Although last year’s racing program was washed out after the opening event, the Burrandowan Picnic Race Club’s Centenary celebrations continued on their merry way with the covered betting ring and the hall proving to be invaluable assets.
