TRC Weighs Up Woolshed’s Future
Toowoomba Regional Council is analysing the benefits – and risks – of different operating models for the still-closed Jondaryan Woolshed.
Builder Seeks Tradies, Labourers
Construction group McNab is seeking skilled tradespeople and labourers for an immediate start on large projects in the Darling Downs.
Man Hurt In Couch Fire
A man aged in his 20s was transported by ambulance to Kingaroy Hospital with burns after an incident at Ballogie on Wednesday night.
$2.6m ‘Carbon Farm’ At Redgate
A “carbon farming” project has been awarded a $2.61 million State Government grant to establish koala habitat at Redgate.
Scots In The Bush Ready To Roll
After a two-year absence caused by the pandemic, the South Burnett’s salute to all things Scottish will get under way at Boondooma Homestead on Thursday (August 18) and continue non-stop until late Sunday afternoon.
Three Artists, Three Exhibitions
An exotic mix of textile art, photography and painting is on display this month at the Wondai Regional Art Gallery.
COVID Hits First Nations Residents
More than 100,500 First Nations residents in Queensland have now been infected with COVID-19 since the pandemic began.
MP Calls For Nanango Safety Upgrade
Local MP Deb Frecklington has written to South Burnett mayor Brett Otto calling for safety improvements on Brown Street in Nanango following the tragic loss of life in the recent flash floods.
Farmers Urged To Seek Help
South Burnett Regional Council is encouraging property owners not to “self-assess” their eligibility for disaster assistance.
Boondooma Seven In Court
The seven men arrested during an August 8 drug raid at Boondooma have had their charges mentioned in Murgon Magistrates Court.
Have You Seen Jason?
UPDATE: Jason has been located safe and well in Brisbane.
Council Takes Meetings ‘On The Road’
Gympie Regional Council will be taking its ordinary council meetings on the road in an effort to communicate more effectively with residents of the 6898sq km region.
Meeting Debates Tinny Hall Options
A public meeting held at Tingoora State School’s meeting hall on Monday night debated three possible futures for Tingoora Hall.
Speciality Sales Draw Top Prices
Three specialty cattle sales held in the South Burnett last week for Charolais and Limousins produced strong returns for sellers, despite the wetter-than-usual year.
BOM Issues La Niña Alert
The Bureau of Meteorology has issued a “La Niña Alert”, saying the chance of La Niña returning in Spring was now triple the normal risk.
Next Step Taken On Path To Treaty
The State Government announced the next steps on the Path to Treaty in Queensland at an historic ceremony on the lawns of Parliament House in Brisbane on Tuesday.
New CEO Appointed to Grains Aust
Former Australian Export Grains Innovation Centre (AEGIC) chief Richard Simonaitis has been appointed CEO of Grains Australia.
Plan To Guide Flood Recovery
Major-General Jake Ellwood visited the South Burnett Regional Council recently to share copies of the State Recovery and Resilience Plan 2022-24.
Volunteers Dish Out Winter Warmth
Organisers have blamed the threat of rain for a low turnout at Friday night’s free “Winter Warmers” event in the Kingaroy Town Hall Forecourt.
Council Shakes Up Portfolio Roles
Deputy Mayor Gavin Jones will become the South Burnett’s “Minister For Everything” after the latest reshuffle of councillor portfolio responsibilities.
