$290,000 For Water Storage Design
South Burnett Regional Council has secured $290,000 in State Government funding to complete a detailed design of a proposed 140-150Ml off-stream water storage to improve Kingaroy’s water supplies.
Driver Shot At Dalby
Police have arrested two men after an incident in Dalby on Thursday morning where a man was shot.
Dinner Raises $10,600 For LifeFlight
The Kingaroy Men’s Shed says its 2023 “Dinner Under The Stars”, held on March 11, has surpassed all expectations, raising a more than $10,600 for the LifeFlight Foundation.
Opinions Sought On Vegetation
SBRC representatives will be attending this Saturday’s Ros Gregor parkrun to seek input into the future of vegetation along the trail.
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.
