Ex-PM Pops In To Cherbourg
The Federal Government’s “special envoy on Indigenous affairs”, former Prime Minister Tony Abbott, paid a quick trip to Cherbourg on Thursday morning.
Old Pipes Blamed For Legionella
Old pipes – and the quality of Kingaroy’s water supply – have been blamed for recent positive tests for legionella bacteria at the Lady Bjelke-Petersen Community Hospital in Kingaroy.
New Cattle President For AgForce
Increased investment in biosecurity, better cattle pregnancy testing and using new technologies to improve productivity are key priorities for Will Wilson in his new role as AgForce Queensland’s Cattle President.
Beware Of Dodgy Christmas Lights
Ergon has warned that house fires, electric shocks and worse could occur from buying dodgy Christmas lights online.
Five Vehicles Stolen In Two Days
Police in the Murgon-Cherbourg area have investigated the theft of five vehicles in just two days, plus the attempted theft of another.
Wondai P-9 Wins State Award
Earlier this month Wondai was named the Tidiest Town in Queensland … now Wondai P-9 State School has been named Queensland’s Cleaner Greener School.
Captain’s Paddock Holds Clearing Sale
One of the South Burnett’s most iconic wineries will be holding a clearance sale from Wednesday to Friday this week.
Make A Stand (And Enjoy A Muffin)
Kingaroy Police are inviting South Burnett residents to join them for breakfast on Friday, November 23, to help mark White Ribbon Day.
Christmas Toy Run Seeks Support
People who would like to help disadvantaged local children enjoy a happier Christmas have until Thursday, December 6, to donate a soft toy to this year’s South Burnett Toy Run.
Gloria Thanked For 40 Years
Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington has presented Nanango Show Society stalwart Gloria Fleming with a special certificate to mark 40 years as a Justice of the Peace.
Teenager Jailed For Tomahawk Break-In
A 19-year-old man has pleaded guilty to 22 charges linked to a month-long crime spree which occurred in Murgon, Cherbourg, Eli Waters and Tiaro earlier this year.
Towns Pause To Honour Centenary
The past four years have been very special … marking the 100 years since the start of World War I, 100 years since the Gallipoli landing, and finally, 100 years since the Great War ended.
Stylish Night For St Mary’s
Handsome young men, pretty girls and fancy cars … it must be the formal season in the South Burnett!
Killers, Rapists Lose Right To Blue Cards
Convicted adult murderers and rapists will no longer be allowed to obtain a Blue Card under reforms introduced into State Parliament on Tuesday.
Concert Salutes Armistice Centenary
South Burnett Community Orchestra’s concert on Saturday night was one of the highlights of a big weekend of Armistice Centenary events in the South Burnett.
Work To Start On Logan Street
A long-awaited project to seal Logan Street in Kingaroy will begin this week.
Kingaroy Misses Out On Big Peanut
Plans to build a Big Peanut in Kingaroy have come a tad unstuck after Chinchilla’ s “Big Watermelon” won Wotif’s competition to build Australia’s “Next Big Thing”.
Ball Celebrates Armistice Centenary
Taras Hall in Nanango was packed with more than 70 elegantly dressed people on Saturday night, including many former armed forces personnel.
Farmers Encouraged To Attend GFIA
Queensland farmers are being encouraged to attend the Global Forum for Innovations in Agriculture being held on November 27-28 at the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre.
Memories Shared At Book Launch
Guest speakers shared their families’ tales of war – and recovery – at the official launch of Liz Caffery’s book “The Memory Tree” on Friday night in Nanango.
