Powerlink Backs Local Projects
Powerlink has awarded $44,000 in grants to not-for-profit associations in the local region as part of its $375,000 community grants program.
Feral Pigs Linked To Bunya Dieback
Western Downs Regional Council has collaborated with the South Burnett Regional Council, the DPI and other agencies to investigate the link between feral pigs and the spread of the soil pathogen Phytophthora in the Bunya Mountains.
Grant To Support Ironpot Hall
Ironpot Hall Association will undergo a series of upgrades, thanks to the latest round of Wambo Wind Farm Community Benefit Fund grants.
Green Light For Hall Demolition
Former military huts at the Kingaroy Showgrounds will be removed from Council’s Local Heritage Register after a vote at the November meeting of the South Burnett Regional Council.
13 Groups Receive Community Grants
Grants totalling $27,297.81 were approved for community groups under Round 1 of the South Burnett Regional Council’s 2025-26 Community Grants Program.
Fire Pit Hosts Tourist Operators
Visit South Burnett held a meet’n’greet for tourist operators and community members at the Nanango Fire Pit earlier this month.
Council Adopts Community Plans
South Burnett councillors have formally adopted the 2025 Community Plans developed for various towns and villages across the region.
‘Land For Wildlife’ To Be Investigated
South Burnett Regional Council will investigate the cost of becoming part of the “Land For Wildlife” program.
Making Music Can Be As Easy As ABC
It was a pretty good crowd for a Friday … “piano man” Nathan Hartley’s slight adjustment to the Billy Joel classic summed up the mini-concert held recently to celebrate the arrival of a special gift to the South Burnett Regional Council.
Coles Linked To Pound St Project
Will a Coles supermarket be built on the vacant Council land in Pound Street, Kingaroy?
‘Home’ Hospital Proves Popular
More than 130 patients – including several in Kingaroy – have been treated by Darling Downs Health’s “Hospital in the Home” since it was launched earlier this year.
KCCI To Unveil Sth Burnett ‘Identity’
The Kingaroy Chamber of Commerce and Industry will launch a “new identity” for the South Burnett region at its upcoming Annual General Meeting.
Teachers Plan To Strike
Queensland public school teachers plan to strike next Tuesday for 24 hours – the second strike organised during their ongoing Enterprise Bargaining dispute.
Wondai Hosts Karol’s Masterpieces
Well-known South Burnett artist Karol Oakley has filled the main gallery at Wondai Regional Art Gallery with a stunning journey through nature.
Boy, 14, Charged With Robbery
Police have charged a 14-year-old boy in relation to an alleged robbery with violence in Murgon on Sunday.
Red Bows Add A Festive Feel
If you see some large red bows appearing in South Burnett towns, it’s all about celebrating Christmas, building community … and saving money!
Tucker Hoofs It To Say Hello
Meet Gar-Won Tucker, a little black pony who is a champion in more than one way!
Young Shooters Learn From The Best
Olympic trap shooter James Willett was the special guest of the Kingaroy Clay Target Club at the weekend, providing coaching tips to 15 keen young shooters.
Two Injured As Tree Strikes Car
Two people were taken to Kingaroy Hospital in a stable condition after a falling tree struck their vehicle on Saturday afternoon.
Still ‘No Funding’ For Road
Residents’ hopes have been dashed that serious issues with Glastonbury Road can be fixed soon, including the upgrade of four single-lane bridges to dual-lane roadways.
