‘Another Test That We Will Pass’
Kingaroy Police have praised the local community for remaining calm during the COVID-19 threat but have warned would-be criminals that it is business as usual for local officers.
Drought Relief Deadline Extended
Queensland primary producers will have extra time to lodge drought assistance claims – and are being urged to apply electronically – due to the impact of COVID-19 on claim processing times.
CSIRO Tests Potential Vaccines
The CSIRO has begun the first stage of testing potential vaccines for COVID-19.
TRC To Automate Crossings
Toowoomba Regional Council will begin automating CBD pedestrian crossings as soon as possible to help limit the spread of COVID-19.
Lock Up Your Guns!
Police are urging firearms owners to exercise vigilance after a spate of recent thefts.
Farmers ‘Left In The Dark Again’
Queensland Farmers’ Federation says farming businesses on transitional and obsolete tariffs remain in the dark following the release of the Queensland Competition Authority’s draft determination on regional power prices.
Stanwell Focuses On COVID-19 Safety
A range of COVID-19 measures have been implemented at Tarong and Tarong North power stations and Meandu Mine to ensure the safety of workers, their families and the community.
New Officers Hit The Streets
There are now eight new faces on South Burnett streets following recent graduations from the Queensland Police Service Academy at Oxley.
Be Alert For Swine Fever
Would you recognise the symptoms of African Swine Fever in domestic or feral pigs?
Power Prices Forecast To Fall Again
Power bills for Ergon’s regional Queensland customers are set to drop by $75 a year for a typical household, and $116 a year for a small business, from July 1 this year.
Second Death In Toowoomba
A second man has died in Toowoomba Hospital from COVID-19, bringing Australia’s death toll to 23
Stop Flushing Wipes … Now
Toowoomba Regional Council is urging the community to only flush toilet paper after a rise in pipe blockages during the past two months
Police Seize Drugs, Weapons
Kingaroy detectives have seized drugs and weapons after executing separate search warrants
Second COVID-19 Case Confirmed
A second case of COVID-19 has been confirmed in Kingaroy
LDMG Updates Community
The South Burnett Local Disaster Management Group met in Kingaroy on Wednesday morning
Just Taking A Snake Break …
We know it’s April Fools Day but this story is true …
781 COVID-19 Cases In Qld
There are now 781 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Queensland, up 40 from Tuesday.
Council Closes Toilet Blocks
Public toilet blocks at various locations throughout the South Burnett have been closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Applications Sought For GRDC Panel
The Grains Research and Development Corporation (GRDC) is seeking applications from people interested in joining its Northern Region Panel, which covers Queensland and NSW.
Otto Leads In Mayoral Poll
South Burnett Mayoral candidate Brett Otto has opened up a 470-vote lead over incumbent Keith Campbell in official polling figures after last Saturday’s Council elections.
