TRC To Adopt Biosecurity Plan
Toowoomba Regional Council’s Environment and Community Services Committee has recommended the adoption of a new Biosecurity Plan for Invasive Plants and Animals.
Old Hobby Takes Flight Again
The world of radio-controlled aircraft has changed a lot since the last time Mark Brazier was flying.
Police Allegedly Seize Guns, Drugs
Five men have been charged with a range of offences after police allegedly seized a sawn-off shotgun and drugs in a vehicle in Murgon on Tuesday night.
Man Breaches Hotel Quarantine
Police are searching for a man who breached mandatory hotel quarantine in Toowoomba.
AFL Comp Hits Halfway
South Burnett Saints are holding down fourth spot on the Allied Pickfords Cup ladder at the midpoint of the 10-round Darling Downs AFL competition.
Rare Visitors Roll Into Town
The South Burnett hosted about 30 members of the Queensland Austin Car Club this week, enjoying a short escape from the city.
Champions Star In Wondai
Mountain bike racing returned with a rush to the South Burnett at the weekend with Wondai hosting Rounds 1 and 2 of the South-East Queensland Mountain Bike Series.
Export Prices Stay Firm
Murgon combined agents held their fat and store sale on Tuesday, where 800 head were yarded.
Student Wins National Prize
St John’s Lutheran School student Charlotte Landherr has won first prize in a national writing competition.
MP Claims Cutbacks At DAF
Opposition Leader and Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington has warned the State Government could be planning to either shut down counter services – or cut the opening hours – at the Kingaroy Department of Agriculture and Fisheries office.
Man Charged Over Teen’s Death
A man will face charges following the death of a Meringandan teenager earlier this year.
Don’t You Worry About That …
The auction of memorabilia from the estate of Sir Joh and Lady Bjelke-Petersen is still going ahead despite a warning from the Federal Government that items purchased may be deemed to be part of Australia’s cultural heritage.
Glider Startles Farmers
Farmers in the Booie area were startled on Saturday afternoon when a glider landed in a paddock just off Booie-Crawford Road.
New Border Passes Explained
The new border declaration passes for those eligible to enter Queensland are now available online.
GPs Warn Against COVID ‘Cure’
Doctors are again warning Australians not to seek out or use hydroxychloroquine to “cure” or “prevent” COVID-19.
Safety Trip Causes Blackout
Tuesday morning’s blackout across the South Burnett was triggered by safety equipment cutting in.
Grants For Small Wine Producers
The Federal Government has released guidelines for the $1 million second round of Wine Export Grants to support smaller to medium wine producers.
Please Don’t Burn Our Poles: Ergon
Noticed the smoke around this week? That’s because there’s been a lot of permitted burns happening around the South Burnett.
Special Medal To Salute Veterans
World War II veterans – or the families of living veterans – have been invited to apply for a special commemorative medallion and certificate to mark the 75th anniversary of the end of the conflict.
Driver In Critical Condition
Police are investigating a serious traffic crash which occurred at Imbil on Thursday night.
