Boondooma: It’s A Dam, Not A Lake
Lake Boondooma Caravan and Recreation Park will be getting a name change soon, providing the Australian Security and Investments Commission agree.
History On Display At Stonehouse
More than 500 people took advantage of the two open days at the Moore Stonehouse at the weekend to enjoy a glimpse of what life was like in late 19th century Queensland.
Council Looks At Road Safety Issues
South Burnett Regional Council will write to the Department of Transport and Main Roads (DTMR) to request the extension of an existing 80km/h speed zone on the Bunya Highway north of Kingaroy.
Saints Celebrate Double Win
Both South Burnett Saints teams were celebrating on Saturday after both the men’s and women’s AFL teams demolished Dalby at Lyle Vidler Oval in Kingaroy.
Four Picked In U16s Squad
Four South Burnett cricketers have been selected in the Wide Bay Under 16s squad for the 2021 Lord Taverners competition.
Scots In The Bush Cancelled
Queensland’s decision to shut its border with NSW has led to the cancellation of Boondooma Homestead’s popular “Scots In The Bush” festival.
MP Backs Skate Park Campaign
Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington has met with local Wooroolin children to throw her support behind their push for a skate park in the town.
Get Ready To Start Bidding!
The annual Dinner With Captains is on this Saturday night … but sorry folks, it’s already booked out!
Shocking Campaign Highlights Risks
Ergon Energy has launched a campaign to raise awareness about the importance of reporting shocks and tingles, which can be a sign of deadly electrical hazards in and around homes.
Please Lock Up, Say Police
Murgon police are appealing to homeowners to ensure their houses and properties are secure when they’re out, after a number of recent break-and-enters.
Five Face Drug-Driving Charges
Five drivers have been charged with drug-driving offences – including a woman with small children in her car – after Road Policing Unit operations at the weekend.
Wellcamp Export Hub Opens
The $17.8 million Regional Trade Distribution Centre at Toowoomba’s Wellcamp Airport – a key part of plans to link local producers to international markets – was officially opened on Tuesday.
Walkers Enjoy A Wheelie Good Day
Anitta Stallwood’s brave bid to raise awareness about spina bifida and hydrocephaly attracted about 125 walkers and runners to the South Burnett Rail Trail on Sunday morning.
Blackbutt To Plan Arts Strategy
Blackbutt’s Avocado Festival want to draw up a community plan that will guide art-related activities in the Timbertown over the next five years.
Council’s Volunteers Are Priceless
Did you know there are currently 77 residents filling important volunteer roles with the South Burnett Regional Council?
Third Unit Back Online At Callide
A third generating unit has returned into service at Callide Power Station following the explosion in May which blacked out parts of Queensland.
Olympic Campaign Starts Well
Beach volleyballer Taliqua Clancy’s Tokyo Olympics campaign has begun strongly with a win in a preliminary round of the competition on Sunday.
Gympie Mayor To Do Q&As
Gympie residents will soon be able to ask Mayor Glen Hartwig about anything that’s on their minds and get an answer in less than 90 seconds.
High Prices At Coolabunia Sale
A total of 556 steers, heifers, cows and bulls were yarded at Aussie Land & Livestock’s Fat and Store sale on July 15.
Shavers Raise Almost $40,000
A massive fundraising effort by former schoolfriends and rugby league mates at the recent “Shave For Ryley and Ben” night in Kingaroy looks to have raised almost $40,000.
