Acland Stage 3 ‘A Priority’
Deb Frecklington says approving the New Acland coal mine expansion would be “a priority” for an incoming LNP State Government.
Council To Call Ringsfield Tenders
South Burnett Regional Council will call for tenders from community groups interested in operating Nanango’s historic Ringsfield House as a museum and/or tourism destination.
Deadly Ways Reaches Out To Families
The Deadly Ways crew from the University Of Southern Queensland usually host camps for Indigenous high school students to allow them to enjoy a taste of university life.
Pools Reopen After Winter
South Burnett swimming pools that were closed over winter will be re-opening on Saturday, just in time for school holiday fun.
Lease Moratorium Extended
The State Government moratorium on evictions for commercial leaseholders has been extended to the end of 2020.
One New Case In Qld
One new confirmed case of COVID-19 was reported in Queensland on Thursday – a healthcare worker linked to the Ipswich Hospital cluster.
Drought Loan Deadline Looms
Farmers and farm-related small businesses have until September 30 to take advantage of two-year interest free loans from the Regional Investment Corporation before the drought-related loan terms change.
TRC Cuts Wivenhoe Costs
Toowoomba Regional Council will save about $71,000 a month after negotiating a new contract linked to its use of water from Wivenhoe Dam.
Water Bombers Called To Blaze
Two water bombing helicopters were called in to support firefighters at a large out-of-control grass fire at Mannuem on Wednesday.
NATSILS Plea After Latest Death
The National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Legal Service (NATSILS) is calling for urgent national leadership and action following the latest death in custody.
Standpipe Prices Trimmed … For Now
South Burnett Regional Council will reduce its standpipe water prices from $10 to $6 per kilolitre for potable water – and $5 per kilolitre for non-potable water – until December 31.
Water Tanker Joins Bushfire Fleet
A Large Air Tanker (LAT) water bomber has arrived in Queensland to be on call during the 2020 bushfire season.
Funding For Emergency Power
Cherbourg Council is one of 17 councils across Queensland that will receive State Government funding to help “disaster-proof” the community.
COVID-19 Restrictions Relax
COVID-19 restrictions in the South Burnett have been relaxed back to the level which existed prior to the recent Toowoomba scare.
TRC Extends Water Tank Incentives
Toowoomba Regional Council has approved an extension of its water tank rebate scheme.
Crowds Flock To Nanango
Nanango Race Club’s Spring race meeting on Saturday was full or surprises … and one of the biggest was the size of the crowd that packed Lee Park.
Saints To Host First Finals
South Burnett Saints have finished in fourth spot on the Allied Pickfords Cup ladder after the final round of fixtures competition was played at the weekend.
TRC Names New Committees
Toowoomba Regional Council has named the new members who will join a number of its voluntary advisory committees.
Large Grass Fire Near Highway
A large grass fire burning near Kilkivan has prompted a warning to motorists on the Wide Bay Highway.
Christmas Lunch Cancelled
The COVID-19 pandemic has led to the cancellation of another traditional South Burnett event … the annual Salvation Army Christmas Day community lunch in Kingaroy.
