Arts Workshops Coming Next Week
Two free workshops which will be held at the Blackbutt Memorial Hall next Thursday (November 4) are designed to give the South Burnett’s artists, event organisers and small creative businesses a big leg-up.
Hunt For Historic Timber Photos
The South Burnett Timber Industry Museum turns 20 years old in November, and to celebrate an historical photograph competition is being held to portray the region’s timber industry.
Bush VaxBus On The Way
The “Bush VaxBus” will be visiting South Burnett and Darling Downs communities during the first two weeks of November to provide an opportunity for more residents to receive a free Pfizer COVID-19 vaccination.
Year 9 Aces NAPLAN Results
The latest NAPLAN results have left Saint Mary’s Catholic College principal Carmel O’Brien feeling very proud of all her students, but particularly the Year 9 cohort.
More Chances To Get Vaccinated
There are more opportunities being offered in the South Burnett this weekend for people to receive COVID-19 vaccinations.
Tarong Coal Fire Sparks Alert
A fire in a coal feeder at Tarong Power Station had emergency services scrambling on Tuesday night.
Aust Post Releases Xmas Deadlines
Australia Post is gearing up for what it expects to be its busiest-ever festive season.
Smithfield Helps Proston Get Moving
The official “sponsor’s launch” of the Proston parkrun was held recently to thank Smithfield Feedlot for coming on board to make the event a reality.
Byee Upgrade Cost $683,000
A joint project between the State Government and the South Burnett Regional Council to upgrade Byee Road over the past 12 months cost $683,000.
Mayors Sign Regional Waste Pact
Mayors from a dozen councils covering southern and western Queensland – including the South Burnett – have signed up to a new joint waste management strategy.
Council Project Receives Recognition
A South Burnett Regional Council project to develop a 30-year plan for the region’s Council-owned water and wastewater assets has been recognised with an industry award.
Man Faces Child Sex Charges
Detectives have charged a 26-year-old man with child sex offences following an investigation into the possession and distribution of child exploitation material.
Country Campout Will Come Back
There was talent galore on show at the inaugural “Sue and Geoff’s Country Music Campout” at Wooroolin on the weekend.
Weaner Steers Rise To $7.15/kg
Yarding numbers dropped to 400 at the latest fortnightly combined agents sale in Murgon on Tuesday (October 26).
Action-Packed Start To Speedway
The South Burnett Speedway Club’s 2021-22 racing season took off with all the usual thrills and spills on track at their October meeting.
Switchboard Sparks Alarm
A meltdown in an electrical switchboard alarmed homeowners in Tansey on Monday night.
Bron Is A Doodling Champion
World renowned author Nick Earls recently named Saint Mary’s Catholic College’s art teacher Bronwyn Martoo the “Doodle Champion of 2021”.
Pfizer Offered Door-to-Door
Health workers will be going door-to-door in Cherbourg on Thursday to offer residents free Pfizer COVID-19 vaccinations.
Alkaloids Manager Pleads Guilty
The former export manager of Alkaloids of Australia Pty Ltd pleaded guilty on Tuesday to criminal charges linked to cartel conduct.
Wellcamp To Process Students
The State Government says the Wellcamp quarantine centre, currently under construction, will be used by international students when they return to Queensland next year.
