Farmers React To Tariff Decision
The National Farmers’ Federation has expressed “profound disappointment” in the United States’ decision to impose a 10 per cent tariff on all Australian exports.
Lions Celebrate 60 Years Of Service
The Lions Club of Kingaroy has been serving the local community for 60 years, so it only seems fitting 60 people turned up for the club’s birthday celebration on Saturday night.
Erkens Takes Mail Issue To MP
Nanango councillor Jane Erkens appears to have had a win over a mail delivery issue affecting a small group of residents in two local streets,
Gem Show Postponed
The two-day South Burnett Gem Show – due to be held at the Wondai Sportsground this weekend – has been postponed due to the weather.
Convoy Sparks The Question: RU OK?
The RU OK Conversation Convoy rolled into Cherbourg at the weekend with the aim of raising awareness about the important question we should all be asking each other every day, “Are You Okay?”.
HerKind Celebrates In Style
International Women’s Day was celebrated in style on March 8 when I attended the Herkind Project’s Gala Ball in Kingaroy where we heard from the fabulous and inspirational Julie Cross.
‘Adult Time’ Crimes Expanded
The number of youths charged with stealing cars tripled between 2014 and 2024, according to statistics highlighted by the State Government.
Man Hurt In Highway Crash
A man was taken to hospital on Wednesday morning after a crash on the Burnett Highway at Ban Ban Springs.
Juvenile Crime Rates Dropping
Juvenile crime rates in Queensland have been decreasing, even before the State Government’s “Adult Crime, Adult Time” laws have had time to bite.
VaxBus To Offer JEV Vaccine
A VaxBus will be coming to the South Burnett this month to offer Japanese encephalitis virus (JEV) vaccinations.
Youth Arrests Linked To Early Deaths
Research published this month has found that young Queenslanders who have had contact with the youth justice system face an increased risk of dying early.
A Night Out With Good Books
What could be better than having your choice of thousands of quality books to buy at bargain basement prices?
Seven In Crawford Crash
Seven people – including three children and a teenager – were taken to Kingaroy Hospital after a head-on crash on the Bunya Highway on Saturday morning.
Warriors Hang On For Victory
Wooroolin Warriors were crowned the 2024-25 South Burnett One-Day champions after a nail-biting Grand Final win over Nanango last Saturday.
Soccer Back In Kingaroy
Kingaroy Senior Soccer Club hosted its first home games in the Darling Downs Community Football competition last Saturday night in Kingaroy.
Yarraman, Cooyar Valuations Double
Land values in Yarraman and Cooyar have doubled over the past three years, according to according to figures released this week by the Valuer-General.
Don’t Wait To Object: AgForce
AgForce is urging landholders not to delay if they want to object to their new land valuations, or risk higher council rates or State land costs.
Murder Comes To Nanango
There’s going to be a murder committed in Nanango next month … and Nanango Theatre Company would like you to come along and witness it!
South Burnett Land Values Soar
Moffatdale and Hivesville residents have seen the value of their land more than double in the past three years, according to figures released this week by the Valuer-General.
Hornets To Host Big Season Launch
It’s been a big few months for the Cherbourg Hornets Rugby League Club … and it’s going to get even busier when Round 1 of the South Burnett competition kicks off next month.
