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Farmers Welcome Water Plans

Farmers Welcome Water Plans

Farmers’ groups have welcomed Monday’s election commitment by Opposition Leader Deb Frecklington to reduce irrigation water prices if the LNP wins the upcoming State Election.

Three Drivers Face Charges

Three Drivers Face Charges

Three more people have been charged with drug-driving offences after being pulled over for roadside tests in Kingaroy last week.

Runners Rush To Wondai

Runners Rush To Wondai

The skies may have been grey at the start of Saturday but there was nothing but smiles on the faces of the 300 or so runners who rolled up for the annual Wondai Country Running Festival.

Labor Unveils Local Candidate

Labor Unveils Local Candidate

Wondai resident Mark Stapleton – a nurse at Murgon Hospital – is getting ready to challenge Opposition Leader Deb Frecklington at the upcoming State poll.

Brigades Benefit From Donations

Brigades Benefit From Donations

South Burnett rural fire brigades will benefit from some of the $3.1 million donated by the public to the Queensland Fire and Emergency Services during the 2019-20 bushfire season.

Mixed Weekend For Saints

Mixed Weekend For Saints

It was a weekend of reversals for the South Burnett Saints in Kingaroy with the women’s team notching up a win, while the men narrowly lost a thrilling battle against South Toowoomba.

Long-Lost Medals Return Home

Long-Lost Medals Return Home

Vietnam veteran Athol Millar, from Blackbutt, could hardly believe it when he was told his service medals had been found after being missing for 36 years.

Which Face Mask Works Best?

Which Face Mask Works Best?

If you’re not sure whether wearing a face mask is worth it, or you need to wear a mask but are unsure which type, new research should help you decide.

Car Thief Released On Parole

Car Thief Released On Parole

A 21-year-old Blackbutt man who pleaded guilty to 33 charges in the Brisbane District Court on July 16 has been released on immediate parole.

MX Stars Dazzle In Kingaroy

MX Stars Dazzle In Kingaroy

More than 360 bikes – plus riders, supporters, crew and spectators – made last weekend’s Sunshine State MX round in Kingaroy a roaring success.

Wondai Runners Raring To Go

Wondai Runners Raring To Go

Wondai’s Country Running Festival will be making its fourth outing this Saturday and organisers will be hoping for fine weather all weekend.

Kingaroy Art Trail Released

Kingaroy Art Trail Released

South Burnett artist Olivia Everitt has unveiled the results of her “artist-at-home” residency program … a unique art trail around the Kingaroy CBD.

Pick The Photos For Museum

Pick The Photos For Museum

New signs will be installed in the outdoor interpretative area at the Kingaroy Information Art and Heritage Precinct – and the Heritage Museum windows decorated.