Exhibition Documents A Lost Industry
Did you know prefabricated houses used to be manufactured in Cherbourg and exported all over Queensland?
Wellcamp Signs Rocket Agreement
Virgin Orbit, a US-based company which offers launch services for small satellites, has signed an agreement with Wellcamp Airport to explore a launch facility in Australia.
Minister Quizzed Over Public Housing
Five public housing dwellings have been sold in the South Burnett during the past seven years, but five new houses have also been constructed, figures released by Housing Minister Leeanne Enoch reveal.
2020 Flood Repairs Pass Milestone
Toowoomba Regional Council says it has reached a major milestone in its Flood Recovery Program, replacing the last of the 42 culverts and floodways that were severely damaged by the 2020 February floods.
Passing Of Queen Elizabeth II
Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II was a tower of strength and dignity, and on behalf of the people of the State Electorate of Nanango it was an honour to visit Government House recently to pay my respects.
Georgie Retains Top Role
Durong grazier Georgie Somerset has been re-elected General President of AgForce.
Extra Staff Clear Patient Payments
Darling Downs Health employed two more staff members – and hired extra contract staff – to help clear a backlog in Patient Travel Subsidy Scheme (PTSS) payments.
Have You Say On Horse Transport
The national Animal Welfare Task Group (ATWG) is seeking the views of horse owners, livestock transporters and other interested stakeholders on proposed changes to the national standards for equine transport on land.
TRC Invites Aust Day Nominations
Toowoomba Regional Council is inviting residents to nominate community achievers who will be considered for 2023 Toowoomba Region Australia Day awards.
‘Mop’ Penned A Black Anthem
Cherbourg singer Dennis “Mop” Conlon, who died in Rockhampton on Sunday night, will always be remembered as the man who penned an anthem for Indigenous Queenslanders.
Pilot Killed In Air Crash
A cropduster pilot died on Monday afternoon when his plane crashed near Chinchilla-Wondai Road.
Model Club Celebrates Anniversary
The Kingaroy Aero Modellers Society (KAMS) celebrated the 75th anniversary of the Model Aeronautical Association of Australia with a social fly-in and barbecue on Sunday.
Truck Involved In Collision
Paramedics assessed three people at the scene of a collision between a truck and another vehicle at Sandy Ridges on Monday morning.
Rain, Other Events Cut Crowds
A rash of events around the South Burnett on Saturday, September 10 may have reduced attendances at Nanango’s Spring Race meeting a little this year.
Dinner Honours Child Safety Workers
Some of the busiest – and most dedicated – local workers filled Kingaroy RSL Club’s Tobruk Room recently for the annual Child Protection Week dinner.
71 Deaths Added To COVID Toll
The State Government has updated the way it reports COVID-19 statistics, including case numbers and deaths.
Rally Ready For A Huge Saturday!
There’s twice as many exhibits for visitors to browse – and probably drool over – this weekend than at a regular Kingaroy & District Vintage Machinery Club rally!
Ethan’s Effort Spells Success
Taabinga State School student Ethan Keenan has won first prize for Years 5-6 in the Prime Minister’s Spelling Bee.
Survey To Identify Key Needs
South Burnett Regional Council has received disaster recovery and resilience funding, and is asking the community to suggest key areas where it could be spent.
Mustangs Enjoy Double Victories
The Murgon Mustangs topped off a big year for the club with stunning victories in both the A Grade and Under 14s rugby league Grand Finals on Saturday.
