Are You Ready To Pig Out?
Noticed all the pink pigs that have sprung up lately in and around Kingaroy? Yes, it’s BaconFest time … and here’s your easy guide to what’s happening and when!
No Budget For Brown St: Mayor
South Burnett Regional Council can’t afford to improve the Sandy Creek crossing in Brown Street at this time, Mayor Brett Otto said on Thursday.
Eagles Soar In Grand Final
They did it! The South Burnett Eagles Women’s Open team have brought home the trophy for the 2022 Wide Bay Female premiership!
Aquatic Centre Upgrades Complete
The South Burnett Aquatic Centre at Nanango has reopened to the public after renovations.
When A Marble Decided Your Destiny
Vietnam war veterans, their families and community members gathered in towns across the South Burnett on Thursday to commemorate the 56th anniversary of the Battle of Long Tan.
Lightning Visit By Netball Trio
Three Sunshine Coast Lightning players will be visiting the South Burnett next week as part of the club’s first regional tour.
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.
