Lumpy Skin Detected In Bali
The Northern Australia cattle industry is on alert after lumpy skin disease was detected in cattle in Bali for the first time.
Two Hurt In Crashes
A medical episode is believed to have led to a single-vehicle crash in Wondai on Friday morning.
Ute Found Submerged In Dam
Police are investigating how a ute ended up in Bjelke-Petersen Dam after running off the Burnett Highway on Wednesday night.
Farmers ‘Expected’ Closure
The advocacy group which represents Queensland dairy farmers, eastAUSmilk, says it is disappointed with the closure of the Lactalis processing plant in Brisbane but the decision “was expected”.
Nationals Quit Coalition … Again
“Remaining in a Coalition with the Liberal Party under the leadership of Sussan Ley has become untenable and cannot continue.”
SBRC Invests In New Spray Trucks
South Burnett Regional Council has bought two new vehicles to update its weed management capabilities.
$50,000 Grants ‘Back The Future”
The Foundation for Rural & Regional Renewal is inviting applications for $50,000 one-off grants for projects to support young people in remote, rural and regional Queensland.
Union Slams Dairy Closure
A decision announced by Lactalis Australia to close its Parmalat dairy processing site has been slammed by the AWU.
Golding Wins $750m Mine Contract
Golding Contractors Pty Ltd have been selected as the successful tenderer to operate the Meandu coal mine from July 1.
Record Year For LifeFlight Bases
LifeFlight’s Toowoomba base was the busiest in Queensland in 2025, helping 960 people … up 6 per cent over the previous 12 months.
Burnt Out Car Found In Gully
Police are investigating after a burnt out vehicle was located near Barambah Creek at Cherbourg on Tuesday afternoon.
Tattoo Inks Fail EU Standards
All tattoo inks tested recently in Australia by researchers were found to exceed European Union safety standards.
Investigation ‘Remains Active’
Police have confirmed the investigation into the disappearance of Jack McLennan, who was last seen in 2024, remains active.
Three Die In Fiery Crash
Police are appealing for any possible witnesses following an horrific head-on collision on the Bunya Highway on Monday night in which three people died.
Camps Help Young Eagles Soar
The future of rugby league is looking good in the South Burnett with 85 young people taking part in two “Beyond The Nest” training camps at the weekend.
Two Suffer Critical Injuries
Two men have suffered critical injuries in separate traffic crashes in the South Burnett region over the past few days.
Green Light For King 2 East
Early works at the King 2 East extension of the Meandu coal mine are due to begin in March.
Record Intake Of Young Doctors
Darling Downs Health has welcomed 61 medical interns, the largest intake since the program began.
Ex-AgForce CEO Joins NFF
Former AgForce Qld chief executive officer Mike Guerin will take over as CEO of the National Farmers’ Federation on March 23.
Councillors Swap Zone Roles
Toowoomba Regional Council has named the three councillors assigned to Council’s “North Zone” – which includes Yarraman and Cooyar – for 2026.
