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Kingaroy’s RSPCA Shelter To Close

Kingaroy’s RSPCA Shelter To Close

The RSPCA’s Kingaroy animal shelter will close at the end of June after a new agreement could not be reached with the South Burnett Regional Council over management of its pound.

‘Big Map’ Risk Report Released

‘Big Map’ Risk Report Released

Disaster Relief Australia has released the results of its “Big Map” project which investigated disaster risks and community resilience in the Burnett region.

Nats Promise $4.9m To Angel Flight

Nats Promise $4.9m To Angel Flight

A $4.9 million grant to Angel Flight Australia – promised if the Coalition wins the upcoming Federal Election – would deliver better access to healthcare in the bush, according to Nationals Leader David Littleproud.

Stolen Vehicle: Seven Charged

Stolen Vehicle: Seven Charged

Seven people – including six teenagers – have been charged after a vehicle stolen from Wondai was involved in a traffic crash.

Woman Injured In Crash

Woman Injured In Crash

A woman aged in her 20s was injured in a single-vehicle crash on Silverleaf Road at Wooroonden on Wednesday evening.

Upgrades For Day Use Area

Upgrades For Day Use Area

The day-use area at Bjelke-Petersen Dam will close temporarily later this month to allow Sunwater to upgrade the public toilets and shelters.