Police Probe Baby’s Death
Police are investigating the sudden death of a seven-month-old baby girl in Murgon last week.
Thieves Threaten Elderly Woman
A 79-year-old Orana resident was robbed at knifepoint in Kingaroy on Monday night after two men kicked in the screendoor of her independent living unit about 10:00pm.
Qld ‘Monitoring’ NSW & Vic
Queensland Health is continuing to monitor the situation in NSW and Victoria regarding their most recent confirmed cases of COVID-19.
TRC Drafts New Waste Policy
Toowoomba Regional Council’s Water and Waste Committee has recommended that Council endorse a new strategy to guide waste operations for the next three years.
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.
