Federal Grants Scheme Opens
Expressions of interest are now open for Round 7 of the Federal Government’s Stronger Communities Program.
Ergon, Energex Have Vacancies
Ergon and Energex are looking to recruit about 40 field crew members to support electricity customers across regional communities.
RED Scheme Grants Open
The latest round of the State Government’s rural grants scheme is now open for applications.
Growers Miss Out On Refunds
More than $3.13 million will be returned to growers in regional Queensland as part of a Sunwater trial related to water delivery services – but Barker Barambah participants in the trial will miss out on any refunds.
New Twist In SBWIA Saga
A dispute over the future of the South Burnett Wine Industry Association has taken a new twist following a recent meeting in Kingaroy.
Woman Hurt In Crash
A 34-year-old Memerambi woman was taken to hospital after a single-vehicle rollover on the Bunya Highway in the early hours of Friday morning.
A Little Card Should Protect Emma
A 13-year veteran of the Queensland Police Service was left stunned and shaking when she was refused service recently in a South Burnett hotel.
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.
