COVID-19 ‘Roadmap’ Released
Queensland’s COVID-19 restrictions will ease further during November and December … provided there are no cases of “unlinked” community transmission of the disease.
Speedway Ready For Action
South Burnett’s 2020-21 speedway season will be roaring into life in Kingaroy on October 17, but COVID-19 means there will be some changes.
Federal Role Targets Feral Deer
Dr Annelise Wiebkin has been appointed by the Federal Government to co-ordinate national action to reduce the damage feral deer cause to farms and the environment.
New Bridge Just Needs Funding
DTMR have prepared plans for a replacement of the Running Creek Bridge at Woolooga, all it needs now is for the State Government to commit to funding it.
Lasers Target Rescue Choppers
RACQ LifeFlight Rescue is calling on the community to help keep helicopter crews safe and report any dangerous use of laser pointers to police.
‘Master’ Sessions For Farmers
South Burnett Regional Council has scheduled a series of one-on-one information sessions for local primary producers.
Council Tenders For Fuel Cell
South Burnett Regional Council is seeking tenders for the lease of land at Durong for development as an unmanned fuel outlet.
Child Injured In Horse Fall
A child has been airlifted to hospital in Brisbane after falling from a horse at Wattle Camp on Friday morning.
$40m Backing For Motorsport Plan
The State Government has announced it will invest $40 million in a plan to develop Queensland’s largest entertainment precinct at Wellcamp.
Online Punters Back LNP
Odds have now lowered for the LNP to win the upcoming State election, according to online bookmaking company Sportsbet.
Council Meeting Brought Forward
South Burnett Regional Council has re-scheduled its October Council meeting.
Wondai Carnival Cancelled
It’s now official … the Wondai Christmas Carnival won’t be going ahead in Coronation Park on Christmas Eve, and a suggested alternative location of Wondai Showgrounds has been ruled out, too.
Jobs Taskforce Seeks Members
Expressions of interest are now open for membership of the Wide Bay and Sunshine Coast Local Jobs and Skills Taskforce which aims to connect job seekers and school leavers with training and employment opportunities.
Macrame Fundraiser Back On
COVID-19 forced a macrame-themed Relay For Life fundraiser to be cancelled earlier this year, but the organisers haven’t given up!
Councils Seek Oz Day Nominations
Local councils have put out calls for nominations – or self-nominations – for their 2021 Australia Day awards.
One Nation To Hold Forum
One Nation candidate for Nanango Tony Scrimshaw has invited farmers to attend a “Property Rights Forum” in Nanango on October 10.
Fourth Candidate For Nanango
A fourth candidate has tossed her hat in the ring to challenge Opposition Leader Deb Frecklington for the seat of Nanango at the October 31 State election.
Pilot Escapes Crashed Chopper
Emergency services were called to a rural property near Hawkwood – north-west of Monogorilby – on Wednesday afternoon after reports a helicopter had crashed.
Border Restrictions Ease
Queensland border restrictions eased on Thursday, allowing all Queensland residents to travel to the defined NSW border zone and return into Queensland.
Greening Goomeri … A Box At A Time
Goomeri’s main streets are looking a little brighter and happier this Spring thanks to an unusual initiative from a small group of volunteers and local businesses.
