James Recognised For His Courage
Kingaroy Hospital employee James Fulton was presented with a “Courage Award” trophy at the recent Darling Downs Health Annual Awards.
Man Killed In Crash
A man aged in his 30s died in a collision involving two cars and a truck on the Brisbane Valley Highway south of Fernvale on Wednesday afternoon.
New Chair At Stanwell
Justin Parer, former managing director of Cairns-based shipbuilding company BSE Maritime Solutions, has been appointed chair of Stanwell Corporation.
Region Pauses In Remembrance
Commemorations were held in towns and villages around the South Burnett on Tuesday to mark the 107th anniversary of the signing of the Armistice which ended World War I.
Council Slugged With Soaring Charges
South Burnett Regional Council has called for an urgent review of Federal Government charges after being slugged with a 23 per cent rise for hosting the Terminal Aerodrome Forecast service at Kingaroy Airport.
Red Earth Applications Open
Applications are now open for the 2026 Red Earth Community Leadership Program which will be held on the Bunya Mountains.
Taliqua Tackles World Championships
Former Kingaroy resident – and Tokyo 2020 Olympic silver medallist! – Taliqua Clancy will be in action at the Beach Volleyball World Championships in Adelaide this week.
Inquiry To Examine Council Funding
The Federal Government’s House of Representatives Standing Committee on Regional Development, Infrastructure and Transport is inviting submissions examining the funding and financial sustainability of local councils.
Stolen SUV Set Alight
Police are investigating the theft of a Kia Seltos from Murgon which was located on fire in Cherbourg early on Friday morning.
Firms Urged To Join Supplier Lists
South Burnett Regional Council announced upgrades to its online supplier platforms at the Kingaroy Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s recent meet’n’greet.
Obituary: Philip Smith 1940-2025
Former Blackbutt SES Group Leader Philip “Denny” Smith was farewelled at a memorial in Yowie Park, Kilcoy, on November 2.
Storms Fail To Stop Fundraiser
The weather was no joke for the organisers of the recent “Comedy For A Cause” charity night at Blackbutt Memorial Hall when the scheduled comedians could not make it.
Sprouts Recall Linked To Salmonella
People are being urged not to eat various packaged alfalfa sprouts sold in Woolworths, IGA, Coles and some independent grocers due to potential salmonella contamination.
Containers Can Make A Change
Patients, staff and visitors at Kingaroy Hospital can help to raise funds for new hospital equipment by placing empty cans, bottles or popper boxes in one of the 13 “Containers For Change” bins around the building.
Having Fun Helps To Build Bonds
Workers at Lutheran Services’ Orana Aged Care facility in Kingaroy have been “clowning around” as part of a program to help build connections with residents.
Weather Delays Qld Title
Young Bundaberg racer Kurtis Peall took out the Queensland Production Sedan title in a dramatic final raced at the Kingaroy Speedway on Saturday night.
Rape Charge Dismissed
A former Mondure farmer whose conviction for rape was overturned on appeal will not face a new trial.
Council Seeks Feedback On Park
South Burnett Regional Council has invited Wondai residents to provide feedback about the redevelopment of the playground at Coronation Park.
Boars Earn Second Shield Win
The South Burnett Boars have notched up back-to-back wins in the prestigious Goodchild Shield cricket competition.
Residents Left In Dark By Telcos
A group of Nanango residents, angry about the repeated mobile phone and internet outages in the local area, met on Wednesday night to air their grievances.
