Charity Brekkie To Launch Relay
The South Burnett’s 2022 Relay For Life fundraising campaign for Cancer Council Queensland will kick off next month.
Madeley Joins Div 1 Contest
A second candidate has tossed his hat into the ring to contest the by-election for Division 1 of the South Burnett Regional Council.
TRC To Develop Reconciliation Plan
Toowoomba Regional Council has endorsed the development of a Reconciliation Action Plan in collaboration with Reconciliation Australia.
Kingaroy’s Hospital Officially Opens
There’s been about 23,200 outpatients visits and 17,500 emergency department presentations already … but Kingaroy’s new $92.5 million hospital was finally officially opened on Tuesday morning.
Cattle Prices Ease Slightly
The SBLX Fat and Store Sale in Murgon on Tuesday (April 5) drew a yarding of 800.
Farm Loan Scheme Expands
More farm businesses will be able to apply for Regional Investment Corporation loans after the Federal Government revised the definition of a “farm business”.
If It’s Flooded, Forget It!
Motorists are again being urged by Toowoomba Regional Council to avoid driving through dangerous floodwaters as parts of the region mop up yet again from weekend rainfall.
Fujitsu Launches Cherbourg Project
Fujitsu Australia has formally launched its new First Nations Service Centre in Cherbourg.
Phone Stolen In Break-In
Police are investigating a break-in which occurred at a home in Earl Street, Kingaroy, on Saturday.
COVID-19 Restrictions Ease Again
COVID-19 restrictions in Queensland will be easing from 1:00am on April 14.
Export Grants Open
Queensland exporters looking to access new markets can now get a kickstart of up to $25,000 through the State Government’s New Market Program.
Another Winery To Close
One of the South Burnett’s oldest wineries will be closing in two weeks, putting an end to a business that has operated successfully for more than 25 years.
Big Celebration For Big Peanut
A Big Peanut deserves a Big Party, and that’s what Kingaroy turned on in Lions Park on Saturday morning for the “official” unveiling of the community statue.
LNP Votes Against Extension
Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington joined with other Opposition MPs last week to vote against the extension of the Chief Health Officer’s emergency powers until October 31.
Drone Mystery In Kumbia
Kumbia Police are investigating a report of two drones with spotlights attached being flown over properties near Benair Road and Reedy Creek Road.
Gem Show Shines In Wondai
There was a new venue – and more stalls – at the South Burnett Gem and Fossicking Club’s third annual gem show on the weekend.
Grants For Local Communities
Three South Burnett projects will share $22,000 in Federal Government funding under Round 7 of the Stronger Communities Program.
Reef Debate Fires Up Again
Deb Frecklington has again highlighted the plight of South Burnett farmers who have been caught up in regulations designed to protect the Great Barrier Reef.
Tilapia Spotted In Creek
Biosecurity Queensland is investigating a report that the invasive pest fish species tilapia has been spotted in Cooby Creek, north of Toowoomba.
GRDC Seeks Panel Chairs
The Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) is looking to fill the positions of chair for its northern and southern regional panels.
