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Driver ‘Watching Video’

Driver ‘Watching Video’

A 23-year-old Proston man was allegedly watching a video on a mobile device when he was pulled over by police in Murgon last Thursday.

Fire Ban For Sth Burnett, Cherbourg

Fire Ban For Sth Burnett, Cherbourg

The Queensland Fire Department has imposed a local fire ban for residents living in 13 Council areas, including the South Burnett, Cherbourg and Gympie regions.

Residents Angered By Clearfelling

Residents Angered By Clearfelling

The clearfelling of an area of heavily timbered land near the corner of Boonenne-Ellesmere and Kingaroy-Burrandowan roads has left local residents dismayed but Council has admitted there is nothing they can do to stop the work.

Dairy Body Cuts Qld District

Dairy Body Cuts Qld District

Queensland’s representation on the Board of eastAUSmilk will be reduced following a restructure of the dairy producer association.

Chaotic Crash In Nanango

Chaotic Crash In Nanango

Four vehicles were damaged – and a driver taken to hospital – during a chaotic incident in Fitzroy Street, Nanango, on Thursday.

Crowds Toast Local Winners

Crowds Toast Local Winners

It was a big day at the Wondai Races on Saturday … not only were punters eager to catch the Caulfield Cup and The Everest on screen, but the home-grown Wondai Cup was also being raced.

Fifties Fashions Rock The Waterhole

Fifties Fashions Rock The Waterhole

Nanango’s annual celebration of rock’n’roll, The Heritage Waterhole Rocks,  attracted a dazzling array of campervans and caravans to Nanango Showgrounds last week.

Invitation From Army Reserve

Invitation From Army Reserve

The Australian Army is coming to town this week … if you’re interested in earning tax-free pay in an exciting part-time job, the Army Reserve may be for you!

Cherbourg Council Wins Award

Cherbourg Council Wins Award

Cherbourg Aboriginal Shire Council was recognised with an award at the Local Government Association of Queensland’s annual conference on the Gold Coast.

Stanwell Offers Round 2 Scholarships

Stanwell Offers Round 2 Scholarships

Stanwell is inviting applications for Round 2 of its First Nations Scholarship program for eligible applicants who live in – or have a connection to – the South Burnett region.

Gladys Toasts 102 Years!

Gladys Toasts 102 Years!

Murgon resident Gladys Birch celebrated her 102nd birthday on October 5 with a special morning tea at Southern Cross Care’s Castra aged care home.

Qld Farmer Elected To Head NFF

Qld Farmer Elected To Head NFF

Queensland farmer Hamish McIntyre has been elected president of the National Farmers’ Federation, taking over from Victorian farmer David Jochinke.