Higher Profile For Water Restrictions
Current water restriction levels will get more exposure next year if the South Burnett Regional Council presses ahead with a plan to raise their profile.
SBRC Considers Partial Road Sealing
South Burnett Regional Council will explore the possibility of sealing part of a dirt road at Glan Devon to protect its residents from dust problems.
Woman Charged With Assault
A 27-year-old Kingaroy woman has been charged with assault occasioning bodily harm and trespassing after an alleged incident at a house in Fisher Street, Kingaroy, on Sunday afternoon.
Council To Approve New Street Signs
The South Burnett Regional Council appears certain to approve new designs for street signs later this month.
High Court Allows Acland Appeal
The High Court has allowed an appeal by the action group opposed to expansion of the New Acland Coal mine, sending the original application back to the Land Court .
Invitation To Cherbourg Parents
Cherbourg parents and care-givers have been invited to take part in a free “positive parenting” program next week which aims to build on the strengths and resilience of the community.
MP Discusses $3m Study
Toowoomba Council representatives met Water Minister Glenn Butcher on Tuesday to discuss the State Government’s $3 million water study for the Southern and Darling Downs regions.
January Joy For Burnett Players
Trainers Lindsay Anderson, Glenn Richardson, Barry Phillips and Kym Afford have already saddled winners in 2021.
ATO Reminder About JobMaker
The Australian Taxation Office has reminded employers they could receive payments of up to $10,400 for each eligible extra employee they hire as part of the Federal Government’s JobMaker Hiring Credit scheme.
Driver Dies In Truck Rollover
A 50-year-old Glenwood man died when his semi-trailer carrying woodchips rolled down a steep embankment west of Imbil on Monday afternoon.
Men’s Shed Bounces Back After Fire
Nanango Men’s Shed members have huge plans for their new building, but it’s also going to be a big project which will keep them busy for months!
Apply Now For Youth Parliament
Young people from the Nanango Electorate are being encouraged to apply to become the Youth Member for Nanango at the upcoming 2021 YMCA Queensland Youth Parliament.
Strong Start For 2021 Cattle Sales
The Special Store Sale at Coolabunia on January 28 drew a yarding of 1000 head.
Major Road Upgrades Under Way
The $24.5 million upgrade of the D’Aguilar Highway under way just outside Kingaroy is just one of several major road projects earmarked for the South Burnett.
New Rules Target Gel Blasters
New legislation affecting replica firearms – including gel blasters – came into force in Queensland on Monday (February 1).
Perth Declared COVID-19 Hotspot
Queensland Health has declared Perth and some surrounding areas a COVID-19 hotspot.
MP Queries Hospital Demolition
Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington has sent a second letter to Health Minister Yvette D’Ath, querying what’s happening at the Kingaroy Hospital redevelopment.
Horse Shows Will Kick Off Year
The public have been invited to come along to watch some equestrian action and inspect the results of an Australia Day working bee at the South Burnett Western Performance Club grounds in Nanango.
Cracking Time At Australia Day
Australia Day events were held in towns across the South Burnett on Tuesday with the usual mix of bush poetry, brekkies, anthems, flags and snags.
Meet Our New Tourism Officer
The South Burnett’s new Tourism Officer is looking forward to the challenge of increasing the region’s visitor numbers over the next few years.
