Woman Treated After Kitchen Fire
A woman was taken to Murgon Hospital for treatment for smoke inhalation after a kitchen fire in a house in Murgon on Monday night.
When Too Much Art Is Not Enough
There was too much art for just one gallery in the South Burnett on Friday night, with both Council-owned galleries holding the official openings of their February exhibitions.
Visitor’s Kip Could Be Costly
Police allegedly found an 18-year-old Fraser Coast youth passed out behind the wheel of a car in Haly Street, Kingaroy, in the early hours of Saturday morning.
Injured In Rollover
A person was taken by ambulance to Kingaroy Hospital after an incident on a private property near Silverleaf on Monday afternoon.
Boy Charged With Indecent Act
Police have charged a 15-year-old boy after an alleged incident at a home in Murgon on Saturday.
Boost For Local Firies
Six Nanango rural fire brigades – and the communities they serve – have received a welcome boost thanks to Nanango’s Heritage Bank.
Second Bank To Close Branch
Bank of Queensland’s branch in Kingaroy Shoppingworld will close on August 2.
Stomping Good Time At Winery
A new format helped Kingsley Grove Estate attract the biggest crowd yet to its annual grape-stomping festival held at its vineyard and cellar door near Kingaroy on Saturday.
Last Chance To Make Peanut History
Kingaroy’s Big Peanut is rapidly taking shape in artist Kano’s workshop, but he still needs parts from South Burnett residents to help make it “more special”.
Wagners Explains Quarantine Plan
More details about a proposed quarantine facility for returning travellers to be built near Wellcamp Airport have been aired by Wagner Corporation chair John Wagner.
Malone Magic Stuns Spectators
Dwayne Malone hit a smashing century to help seal Murgon Crusaders’ victory over Gympie Colts at Murgon Sportsground last Saturday.
Murgon To Explore Community Bank
The Murgon Business and Development Association will investigate the possibility of a community bank being set up in Murgon.
Topology Offers Music Mentorships
The Brisbane-based Topology musical ensemble – which has been a frequent visitor to local schools – is inviting applications from rural and regional Queenslanders eager to take part in a free, one-year mentorship program.
E-Waste Skips Now At Tips
South Burnett Regional Council has introduced a free e-waste recycling service in the region.
TRC Grants Round Opens
Applications are now open for Toowoomba Regional Council’s next round of community grants.
ALGA Calls For More Federal Funding
The Australian Local Government Association (ALGA) has given a wish list to the Federal Government which it says will give councils a lead role in driving Australia’s post-COVID economic recovery.
Colourful Celebration In Murgon
A colourful Christian celebration which has been enjoyed in the Philippines for centuries has been enthusiastically brought to life at St Joseph’s Catholic Church in Murgon.
$4.4m Upgrades For Rail Trail
The Brisbane Valley Rail Trail will receive $4.4 million in upgrades this year, thanks to an investment by Somerset Regional Council and grants from the State and Federal Governments.
Alford Street Closed Next Week
Part of one of Kingaroy CBD’s major traffic arteries will be closed for a week.
Rider Injured In Fall
A person has been airlifted to hospital after an accident on a property at Hodgleigh on Thursday afternoon.
