Flood Grant Deadlines Extended
Primary producers, small businesses and not-for-profit agencies still recovering from the devastating floods of early 2022 now have more time to apply for Extraordinary Disaster Assistance Recovery Grants.
Local Seniors ‘Overlooked’
Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington says the safety of South Burnett seniors has been overlooked in the State Budget.
$25m Bridge Now Open
Federal Member for Flynn Colin Boyce has welcomed the opening of the John Peterson Bridge.
Are You Ready For Work?
Are you over 15, not currently employed and ready to start working? Then South Burnett CTC may be hosting the course for you!
Saints Celebrate Girl Power!
The South Burnett Saints celebrated their female players, support staff and fans with a big pink day last Saturday at Lyle Vidler Oval in Kingaroy.
Council Warning On Fake Calls
South Burnett Regional Council has warned residents to be alert to scam phone callers claiming to be from Council.
Simple Test Could Save Your Life
The majority of Queenslanders simply throw away the free – and potentially life-saving – bowel cancer screening tests when they arrive in the mail.
Governor To Visit Wondai
Queensland Governor Dr Jeannette Young – who was the special guest at Nanango’s 175th anniversary celebrations on the weekend – will be returning to the South Burnett next month.
Heritage Steps Up For Club
Nanango Race Club is sporting a new set of stairs to the racecaller’s tower, thanks to a generous grant from Heritage Nanango Community Funding.
Free Service Supports Seniors
A free service to help older Australians connect with helpful local services is now operating in the South Burnett.
New Saleyard Pens Go Into Action
Thursday was a big day at the Coolabunia Saleyards … 1350 weaners went under the hammer, a zero-turn mower was given away, and the South Burnett Regional Council’s $145,000 investment in new pens was officially unveiled!
Army To Join Search For Luke
Defence Force personnel have travelled to Proston to join the increasingly desperate search on Friday for missing man Luke Fergusson, 28.
Skin Clinics Target Heart Health
“Healthy Skin, Healthy Heart” clinics have been held at Cherbourg and Murgon this week, creating awareness around the connection between skin and heart health.
South Burnett’s ‘Sultans Of Swing’
The South Burnett Thrashers had another successful bus trip away on Saturday, downing the Toowoomba Rangers at USQ after a second-half fightback.
Good News For Bunya Mountains
What’s in this week’s State Budget for the South Burnett? Not a lot of anything new, although the announcement of funding to start the resealing of the Bunya Mountains Road will be greeted with relief by local residents and tourism operators.
MP ‘Disappointed’ With Budget
Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington has welcomed two of the key initiatives in this week’s State Budget, but is disappointed other local priorities have been overlooked.
TRC Mayor Welcomes Budget
Toowoomba Mayor Paul Antonio has welcomed funding commitments announced in Tuesday’s State Budget.
Biosecurity Funding ‘Slashed’
Shadow Agriculture Minister Tony Perrett says the State Government has slashed Budget funding for biosecurity.
Divers Join Search For Luke
Police divers have now joined the hunt for missing man Luke Fergusson, as the desperate search by police, SES volunteers and local residents continues.
Royal Celebration For 175th
The Queensland Governor was present when Nanango celebrated its centenary, so it was only fitting the current incumbent, Her Excellency the Honourable Dr Jeannette Young AC PSM, should roll up for the town’s 175th celebration on Saturday!
