Clown Around At Avo Festival
South Burnett residents aged 12 and above who would like to learn clowning and mask theatre techniques are being sought by Blackbutt’s Avocado Festival committee.
Ringsfield Committee A ‘Priority’
The long-term future of Nanango’s Ringsfield House may become clearer soon.
Council To Distribute Baits
South Burnett Regional Council, in conjunction with Biosecurity Queensland, is organising another round of wild dog and feral pig baiting in the region.
Rotary Steps In To Help
South Burnett Care in Kingaroy now has a new multi-purpose home cinema system thanks to a $3000 donation from Rotary.
Grants Fund Offers ‘Super’ Round
South Burnett Mayor Brett Otto has encouraged community groups affected by the recent floods to apply for funding under the latest round of the State Government’s Gambling Community Benefit Fund.
Post Office To Shift Back
Australia Post will be closing its Kingaroy Shoppingworld outlet on Friday, June 3.
Applications Open For Grants
Community groups in the South Burnett and Western Downs have been invited to apply for grants from State-owned transmission operator Powerlink.
South Burnett Added To List
Trainers in the South Burnett and North Burnett council areas can now access the State Government’s Training Assistance Fund, thanks to intervention from local MP Deb Frecklington.
Local Players Rewarded In Gladstone
South Burnett players put in a strong performance at the 47th Battalion rugby league carnival played in Gladstone at the weekend.
Wests Down Barambah
Round 2 of the South Burnett soccer competition was played last Friday and Saturday nights at the Kingaroy soccer fields.
Crowds Show Up In Kingaroy
South Burnett National Show Society president Craig Lucas was breathing a sigh of relief on Monday after the stop-start Kingaroy Show went off (almost) without a hitch at the weekend.
Water Notices Delayed
Residents across the Toowoomba region can expect to receive their water notices from this Friday (May 6) after delays caused by the recent wet weather.
Diners Celebrate First Birthday
Kumbia Hall Committee’s quarterly “Cheap As Chips” dinner nights are proving to be a winner for both the Hall Committee and the community.
Nature Takes Over Kingaroy Gallery
Artist Leonie Chinn has returned to Kingaroy Art Gallery, but this time she has filled the main gallery with a solo exhibition of recent works.
$3.4m Boost For Mental Health
Adult mental health services in the South Burnett region have received a $3.4 million boost from the Federal Government.
Cattle Prices Remain Firm
Agents yarded 500 head for the fortnightly Fat And Store sale at Murgon on Tuesday (May 3).
KCCI Unveils ‘Partnership’ Model
The Kingaroy Chamber of Commerce and Industry is looking to implement a new income model to ensure consistent funding into the future.
Police Probe Cherbourg Fire
Police are investigating a fire which destroyed a house in Broadway Street, Cherbourg, in the early hours of Tuesday morning.
Rural Cancer Patients ‘Miss Out’
Most rural Australians affected by cancer are missing out on vital care and information about maintaining their health.
Highs And Lows At Wondai
The Anzac Day fixture at Wondai was one of thrills and spills.
