Centenary Powered By Town Spirit
An estimated 1500 to 2000 people turned out in Proston at the weekend to help celebrate the town’s Centenary.
Have You Seen Helen?
UPDATE 2: Sadly, Helen went missing again on October 29. At at November 13, she had not been located.
Man, 21, Killed In Crash
A 21-year-old Nanango man has died in a single-vehicle crash at Barker Creek Flat, near Nanango.
Survey Supports Public Transport
Local tourism organisation Visit South Burnett (VSB) has urged local groups, organisations and businesses to write letters of support in favour of the introduction of public transport in the region.
Work Starts On Arts Strategy
Members of the South Burnett Regional Council’s Arts, Culture and Heritage Advisory Committee met in Kingaroy last Saturday to put forward ideas for a proposed arts strategy for the region.
Nina Appointed Patron To CTC
Nina Temperton was named Honorary Patron of South Burnett CTC at the not-for-profit association’s annual general meeting in Kingaroy on Thursday night.
Fallen Police Honoured At Nanango
Police from across the South Burnett joined community members at Nanango’s Uniting Church on Friday to mark National Police Remembrance Day.
Nominations Open For Australia Day
Nominations are now open for the South Burnett’s annual Australia Day Awards.
Proston’s Centenary Is Ready To Roll!
It’s been building up steam for more than a year but preparations by a group of dedicated volunteers will finally come to a head this weekend when Proston celebrates its centenary!
KCCI Hosts Two Investment Gurus
The KCCI is bringing two specialist speakers to the South Burnett for its “Path to Prosperity” event.
Mum’s Creativity To Fill Gallery
An unusual exhibition casting a spotlight on the creative life of an “ordinary” country woman will be taking over the Kingaroy Art Gallery in October.
Two Hurt In Collision
Two elderly patients – one in their 80s and one in their 70s – were injured in a collision on the Bunya Highway on Wednesday night.
Youth Theatre To Hit The Stage
South Burnett Musical Comedy Society is keen to pass the love of the stage on to younger generations, which is the aim behind a new production which will debut in Kingaroy on Friday night.
Two Crashes In One Hour
Two patients were transported to hospital on Wednesday afternoon after separate road crashes at opposite ends of the South Burnett.
Wineries Win Big At State Awards
South Burnett winemakers walked away with a swag of medals at this year’s Queensland Wine Awards.
Price Hikes To ‘Ensure Viability’
The Endeavour Foundation says ensuring the long-term viability of the Kingaroy Kitchen is why its products will be surging in price next month.
Salvos Host Special Formal Night
The Salvation Army will be hosting a special event on Thursday night (September 28) in Kingaroy for families kitting out students for their upcoming high school formals.
Hen Pen Wins National Award
The efforts of Nanango’s Dearne Acland have been recognised at a national level with her business, Hen Pen Australia, taking out a major award.
Nurse Receives Top Award
Kingaroy Hospital nurse Belinda Densley has been named as Queensland’s Credentialled Diabetes Educator of the Year, just three years after taking up the specialty.
Jenali’s Soaring To Success In Discus
Kingaroy State High School student Jenali Bolden is shaping up to be one of Australia’s sports stars of the future.
