Weed Killer Found In Urine
A study by University of Queensland researchers has found 8 per cent of urine samples drawn from the general public contained a common weed killer.
Mandatory Isolation Scrapped
Mandatory isolation for people who test positive for COVID-19 will be scrapped from October 14, except in some workplaces.
$776m Wind Farm Project Unveiled
The State Government-owned Stanwell Corporation will become the owner of a huge wind farm at Ironpot if the project gets the green light.
Fiddler Ready To Entertain Us
Tickets for the South Burnett Musical Comedy Society’s production of the much-loved musical, “Fiddler On The Roof”, are now on sale.
One Hurt In Benarkin Crash
A person was taken to Kingaroy Hospital after a collision in Benarkin on Sunday morning.
QAS Recognises Local Service
Senior QAS officials have visited a string of South Burnett ambulance stations to meet staff and hand out awards to paramedics and members of Local Ambulance Committees.
Kane’s A Finalist In Art Prize
A young South Burnett artist whose works have been seen in Murgon and Wondai is a finalist in this year’s prestigious Brisbane Portrait Prize.
Miners Offer $35,000 Scholarships
More than $200,000 in student scholarships is being offered by the mining industry to help improve land rehabilitation after the closure of coal mines.
TRC Garbage Goes Electric
Toowoomba Regional Council has awarded a new waste contract to JJ Richards Waste and Recycling which includes an electric truck being added to the fleet.
Get Ready Now, Urges MP
Farmers are urged to prepare now for possible flooding and other disasters to help ensure the safety of family, workers and animals.
Cricket Season Starts To Swing
There will be eight teams taking part in the South Burnett senior cricket competition this year, with the first balls due to bowled on Saturday, October 8.
Local Groups Share Grants
Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington has allocated extra funding for her latest Local Hero Grants round due to a strong group of applications.
‘We Were Just Doing Our Job’
A Nanango firefighter involved in a frightening swiftwater rescue at Brooklands last year has been named a finalist in this year’s QBANK Everyday Heroes awards.
Council Tightens Debt Policies
South Burnett ratepayers will have less time to pay their overdue rates and charges when changes to the Council’s rates collection process come into effect at the end of this month.
Bunyas Weekend A Success
A weekend which included guided walking tours around the Bunya Mountains, historical displays, visits to rarely seen sites and an old-fashioned bush picnic has proven to be a winner for the Bunya Mountains Community Association Inc (BMCAI).
Grant For Progress Association
Yarraman & District Progress Association has received a $2310 grant under Round 1 of Toowoomba Regional Council’s community grants scheme for 2o22-23.
Antique Sword Stolen
Police from Kilkivan and Tiaro stations are seeking help from the public regarding a recent break and enter during which a large sword was stolen.
Power Workers Sick Of Abuse
Ergon Energy and Energex workers are fed up with the amount of verbal abuse, physical assaults and threats of violence they are receiving while simply doing their jobs.
Huge Year For Under 15s Eagles
South Burnett Eagles Under 15s put in a valiant effort on Saturday but just missed out on taking out the Toowoomba Junior Rugby League premiership.
One Hurt In Crash
One person was taken to hospital after a single-vehicle crash on the Burnett Highway on Wednesday morning.
