New Exemptions At Border
An exemption to border restrictions was approved last week for some Queensland and NSW farmers and agribusiness workers.
COVID Safety Plan For Shutdown
The South Burnett community will be kept safe during the upcoming $36.2 million maintenance work at Tarong Power Station despite the influx of hundreds of workers into the region.
Council Looking For Volunteers
South Burnett Regional Council has put a call out for people interested in volunteering at its Visitor Information Centres.
Meeting To Discuss Maidenwell Bins
Maidenwell residents have been invited to have their say about the construction of a new waste transfer station for the town.
Historic Thresher Back Home
An historic “walkie-talkie” Stolzenberg peanut thresher is back where it belongs, under cover outside the Kingaroy Heritage Museum in Edward Street.
Supermarkets Go Under Microscope
Deals struck between supermarkets and the farmers who supply them will be put under the microscope by the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission from Monday.
Council To Trial Arts-Led Revival
Toowoomba Regional Council will partner with Renew Australia in a Queensland-first trial to revitalise Toowoomba’s CBD and fill empty shops with creative projects.
Man Charged Over Stun Gun
A 29-year-old Kingaroy man will face a number of charges after police allegedly found him in possession of a stun gun in Haly Street, Kingaroy.
Ballet Invitation To Seniors
Ever dreamt of becoming a ballet dancer? Well, it’s never too late to learn a few moves – and improve your poise, core strength and mobility.
One New Case in Qld
One new confirmed case of COVID-19 linked to the Brisbane Youth Detention Centre cluster was reported in Queensland on Wednesday morning.
Selwyn’s Career Gallops Ahead
A Cherbourg teenager is getting ready to tackle the biggest challenge of his life so far … a potential rugby league career at the elite level.
Water Restrictions To Stay … For Now
Level 3 water restrictions which have been in effect since March 2017 will be reviewed towards the end of the year to determine if they need to be changed.
Council Approves Expansion
Murgon’s Men’s Shed will have their grounds enlarged so two railway carriages displayed next to the former Murgon Railway Station can be moved.
Farm Grants Scheme Opens
Applications are now open for Round 4 of the Federal Government’s Smart Farms Small Grants scheme.
$55,000 For Men’s Shed
A men’s shed project at Kilkivan will receive just over $55,000 from the latest round of the “Tackling Tough Times Together” program.
No New Cases In Qld
Queensland has recorded no new confirmed cases of COVID-19, Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk announced on Tuesday morning.
Question Mark Over Stores
Mosaic Brands Pty Ltd – the company behind a string of well-known clothing stores – has announced it will be closing between 300 and 500 shops during the next two years.
Local Trainees In Regional Finals
The regional finalists in the prestigious Queensland Training Awards have been announced, and the South Burnett again has a good representation.
Council Cancels Chat Sessions
South Burnett Regional Council has postponed all its scheduled “Chat With The Mayor” and “Rates Information” sessions in the wake of the latest COVID-19 cluster.
RSL’s Welfare Dream Comes True
Construction will begin within weeks on a welfare drop-in centre at Murgon for former defence force personnel.
