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.
Busy Month Of Roadworks Ahead
South Burnett Regional Council’s Works Department has a busy month of roadworks scheduled for the region.
Qld Alert After Victorian Cases
Anyone who has visited the Greater Melbourne area from January 29 has been urged to come forward and get tested for COVID-19.
Wine And Food Festival Cancelled
The South Burnett’s Wine and Food In The Park Festival will not be held this year.
Urgent Plea For Homeless Help
The South Burnett’s only emergency accommodation for young people could close if a request for $150,000 in funding from the State Government is not approved urgently.
Pool To Close For Renovations
Renovations at the South Burnett Aquatic Centre at Nanango will mean the pool will be closed for about six weeks from February 28.
Entries Open For Awards
Nominations are now open for the 2021 Queensland Reconciliation Awards, where Queenslanders are being encouraged to recognise outstanding efforts to foster a more inclusive Queensland on the road to reconciliation.
Abelee Picked For All Stars
Former Murgon Mustang – and briefly a Kingaroy Red Ant – Abelee Stanley has been selected to play for the Indigenous All Stars against the Maori All Stars on February 20.
