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.
$176,000 Fines From Agri Crackdown
The Fair Work Ombudsman has urged agriculture sector employers to prioritise compliance with labour laws.
GPs Call For End To ‘War On Drugs’
The Royal Australian College of General Practitioners has called on politicians to end the “war on drugs” and act to save lives.
Did You See This Crash?
Police are appealing for information following a single vehicle traffic crash at Bells Bridge on Thursday morning.
Relay Breakfast Was Another Hit
Diners were bowled over at the launch on Thursday morning of the South Burnett’s annual Relay For Life fundraising campaign for Cancer Council Queensland.
YAG Is Building Confidence
Have you ordered your flowers yet for Mother’s Day? If you happen to live near Cherbourg, there’s a bunch of young people who are very keen to help you …
Vandalism ‘Costing Thousands’
South Burnett Regional Council has called for community support to curb rising vandalism and anti-social behaviour in the South Burnett.
$700 Boost For Music Awards
The recent South Burnett Music Awards fundraiser has been boosted by another $700, thanks to the Bill Hull Care Centre in Kingaroy.
Workshops To Focus On Value-Adding
Two all-day workshops will be held in the South Burnett later this month to help inspire local producers to value-add to their businesses.
Council Debates Future Of Centre
South Burnett Regional Council will consult the community about the future of the Old Boondooma School Community Centre before it decides whether to undertake six-figure repairs.
Driver Hurt In Crash
A driver has been taken to hospital after a single-vehicle crash at Oakdale on Wednesday afternoon.
Crackdown Planned On Spy Devices
The State Government is inviting public feedback on recommended reforms surrounding the use of surveillance devices such as CCTV, tracking devices and drones.
