Nine To Close Regional Newsrooms
Nine News plans to close its regional Sunshine Coast and Wide Bay newsrooms from June 30.
Region ‘Well-Positioned’ Despite Dip
The Toowoomba Region is well-positioned to capitalise on a decade-long run of growth thanks to a robust and broad economic base, according to local mayor Paul Antonio.
Grant Applications Close Soon
Applications for the latest round of the Heritage Nanango Community Funding Scheme close next Friday.
RACQ Helps Out At Boondooma
Boondooma Homestead has been the lucky recipient of grant under the latest round of funding from the RACQ Foundation.
Easter SpEGGtacular Cancelled
Murgon’s 2021 Easter SpEGGtacular has been cancelled for the second year in a row due to COVID-19 restrictions.
Local Heroes Reign On Track
Speedway was back on the track in Kingaroy on Saturday with a spectacular autumn night of action.
MP Queries X-Ray Delay
A teenage girl had to wait more than four weeks to get the results of a Kingaroy Hospital x-ray, according to Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington.
Bicycles Offered To Community
The fate of 15 bicycles left over after a 2018 South Burnett Regional Council program to encourage more people to take up cycling may be finally known soon.
Dog Attacks Rising: Council
There has been an increase in dog attacks reported to the South Burnett Regional Council.
Machinery Shed Destroyed By Fire
Machinery and a timber shed were destroyed by a fire on a property at Sandy Ridges on Wednesday afternoon.
Pub Serves Up $51,000 In Grants
Fitzroy Hotel owner Peter Jackson is celebrating 17 years in business in Nanango by offering 17 grants of up to $3000 each to local not-for-profit community groups.
Tourism Officer Quits
Tourism Officer Taylor Christies has resigned after just six weeks in the role.
New Managers At Dam
Yallakool Park managers Heath Sander and Rowena Wessling have also taken over management of the South Burnett’s other premier fishing recreation area, Lake Boondooma Caravan and Recreation Park.
Have Your Say On Farm Deposits
Farmers are being encouraged to have their say on the Farm Management Deposits Scheme (FMDS) … is it meeting your needs and working efficiently?
New Licence For Craft Brewers
Artisan distillers and craft brewers in Queensland will now be able to operate under a new liquor licence.
What Happens Under The Bonnet …
Kingaroy Police – in conjunction with Bill Hull Car Centre and Neighbourhood Watch – have organised another one of their popular “Under The Bonnet” sessions for drivers.
KCCI Offers Shopfront Advice
The Kingaroy Chamber of Commerce and Industry is hosting a “facade improvement” workshop next week for Kingaroy businesses and building owners.
Why Did They Do This?
Damage caused to the clubhouse at Ian “Bunny” Pearce Oval in Blackbutt at the weekend has sparked outrage in the local community.
D’Ath Responds To Hospital Queries
Health Minister Yvette D’Ath has responded to letters from local MP Deb Frecklington in regards to flooding and demolition work at the new Kingaroy Hospital, but questions about staffing levels still remain unanswered.
Fire Ban In Gympie Council Area
Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) has imposed a local fire ban for some North Coast residents.
