Punters Throw Caution To The Winds
Organisers and racegoers were blown away by this year’s Burrandowan Races … quite literally.
Fishing Comp Hopes To Net Big Crowd
More than 1000 fishermen, their families and friends are expected to travel to Boondooma Dam on May 17-18, and they should plan to have a great time when they get there
Cinnabar Optus Tower Switched On
A new mobile phone tower is now active at Cinnabar, improving safety for motorists on the Wide Bay Highway and providing better coverage for local residents and businesses.
Police Hurt During Incident
Two police officers were taken to hospital for observation after an incident at a house in Murray Parade, Kingaroy.
TRC To Update Water Restrictions
Toowoomba Regional Council plans to update its water restriction guidelines in the wake of the drought gripping the region.
Police Memorial Unveiled
A permanent monument to police officers who have lost their lives – particularly those killed while on duty – has been unveiled in Chinchilla.
Man Charged After Police Raid
A 34-year-old Gordonbrook man is facing a string of charges following a police raid at Gordonbrook on April 30.
Gallery Offers Smorgasbord Of Arts
Stunning photos, textile art, and a tribute to a pioneer cattleman who lived in a Boondooma cave for 10 years make up the Wondai Regional Art Gallery’s May exhibition.
Another Big Eisteddfod Winds Up
The organisers and volunteers at Kingaroy’s annual Eisteddfod were smiling on Thursday after another big year of competitions drew to a close.
Rally Bosses Scope Region
Road Boss Rally founder Jamie Lawson and GIVIT drought manager Scott Barrett paid a flying visit to Kingaroy last week as part of their final survey of 2019 Road Boss Rally route.
Jason’s Pedalling A Tasty New Idea
Kingaroy chef Jason Ford is combining two of the South Burnett’s great passions – cycling the rail trail and eating local cuisine – in a special event next month.
Pump Importer Fined $1.2m
The Electrical Safety Office has warned that anyone who bought a submersible Kasa water pump online should stop using it immediately.
Big Lift Seeks Large Tasks
A group of 40 university students will be visiting Blackbutt in June to do 160 hours of volunteer work for the town’s community groups in a single morning.
Tick Line Meetings This Week
A group formed by the State Government to review Queensland’s Tick Line will be holding three meetings in the South Burnett this week
Young Vandals Apologise
A group of young children who broke into the Boys Dormitory at The Ration Shed historical complex on Saturday afternoon have been forced to apologise for their actions.
Music Festival Scuttled By Weather
An ambitious plan to create a new music festival for the South Burnett came asunder on Friday night.
Murgon Hosts 47th Battalion
The spotlight will be on junior rugby league this weekend with 47th Battalion games being played at Murgon Showgrounds on Saturday.
Cyclists Plan Burrandowan Ride
Drivers travelling the long road to Burrandowan usually have to be careful … and this Saturday they’re being asked to take extra care.
Real Estate Agency To Close
Real estate agent David Taylor has written to clients to tell them that his business, Kingaroy Real Estate, will close on May 31.
Another Six Vehicles Stolen
Murgon police are investigating the theft of six vehicles in just four days.
