Maidenwell Roadworks ‘Not Enough’
Opposition Leader Deb Frecklington has urged the State Government to do urgent upgrades to the Maidenwell-Bunya Mountains Road, saying the current works are “nowhere near enough” to make the road safe.
Council To Consult On Water Projects
South Burnett Mayor Keith Campbell intends to capitalise on a Federal Government decision to grant $2 million to the South and North Burnett to fund feasibility studies into water projects.
Max Forsyth: 1947 – 2018
Most Maidenwell residents will remember Max Forsyth – who died recently at age 71 – as a keen exponent of native plants, or for his involvement in the rural fire brigade or Maidenwell Community Group.
Council Forgives $16,000 Water Bill
The South Burnett Regional Council will forgive most of an elderly woman’s $16,142.14 water bill.
Kindy Kids Love Their Adopt-a-Cop
The foyer of Kingaroy Police Station now boasts a new piece of artwork, courtesy of some of the South Burnett’s youngest budding artists.
Solar Farm Proposal Rejected
A proposal to build a solar farm 3km east of Kingaroy has been rejected by the SBRC
New Faces At Kingaroy Police
Two new 1st Year police constables reported for their first shifts in Kingaroy on Wednesday.
MP Wants New Hall At Murgon High
Education Minister Grace Grace made a low-key visit to Murgon and Cherbourg on Tuesday … but there could be some big news around the corner for Murgon State High School.
Fun Way To Raise Funds
Murgon teenager Abelee Stanley has been a familiar face around South Burnett rugby league grounds since she was just a youngster.
Croquet Has Become A Big Hit
Every Tuesday morning, the lowest green at the Kingaroy Bowls Club is taken over by a wild bunch wielding wooden mallets and hitting colourful balls.
Atahnee ‘Comes Home’ To Cherbourg
Until now Atahnee Simpson has never actually lived in Cherbourg … but when she started work at the local community radio station this week, she felt like she’d come home.
Saints Training To Start Soon
It’s quite a few months until the AFL Darling Downs season begins, but the South Burnett Saints have been wasting no time in making their preparations for 2019
Solar Battery Grants Now Available
The State Government is offering grants and interest-free loans for households and small businesses to install batteries to store their solar power.
Waste Levy Delayed, Increased
Queensland Opposition Leader Deb Frecklington has criticised the State Government for delaying the introduction of Queensland’s waste levy until mid-2019.
A Big Thank You To Everyone
The BlazeAid camp near Kingaroy Airport – which has been operating for a little over a month – will be officially breaking up this week.
Smart Farms Grants Now Open
Landholders and community groups are being encouraged to apply for up to $200,000 under Round 2 of the Federal Government’s Smart Farms Small Grants scheme.
Bulk Business Opens It Doors
A gap in the South Burnett’s retail business scene was filled on Monday with the re-opening of a bulk supply business to private shoppers.
CCTV Helps Nanango Police
Nanango’s CCTV has helped local police identify people allegedly involved in three separate offences last week.
$2m Study To Improve Irrigation
The Federal Government will spend $2 million to improve water infrastructure for farmers in the South and North Burnett as part of its national drought-proofing plan.
Immunisations Up, But Problems Remain
The release of a new health report shows child immunisation rates in the Darling Downs Public Health Unit area are strong, but several challenges remain.
