Drugs, Traffic Keep Police Busy
Drugs, traffic offences and property crime have been top of the agenda for Kingaroy Police over the past week.
Ex-PM To Visit Cherbourg
Former Prime Minister Tony Abbott will be visiting Cherbourg on Thursday as part of his role as “Indigenous envoy”.
Heritage Backs Inclusive Playground
A campaign to create an inclusive playground at Butter Factory Park in Nanango has received a major boost from Nanango’s Heritage Bank.
Petition Urges NBN To Fix Speeds
Kingaroy resident Scott Collier has launched an online petition in a bid to get faster NBN speeds in Kingaroy.
Rider Sped Away From Police
Nanango police are seeking the public’s help to locate a motorbike rider who failed to stop for police on Friday night.
‘Oldies’ Celebrate With Music
The 2018 NAIDOC Week slogan “Because Of Her We Can” was adopted as the theme for this year’s Golden Oldies at Cherbourg … and the ladies came out in force!
Rural Rates: How We Compare
Last week southburnett.com.au published our fifth annual residential rates comparison, and since we did this several readers have asked if we could do a comparison of rural rates as well.
Life Support? Be Prepared: Ergon
Ergon Energy is urging customers who rely on advanced medical equipment to have a plan in place for unexpected power outages, especially during storm season.
Council Clamps Down On Unregistered Pets
Toowoomba Regional Council is clamping down on unregistered dogs, and dogs and cats who haven’t been microchipped.
Still The Same, Maybe …
When it comes to securing a slot in the $70,000 Country Cups Challenge Final, the situation remains as uncertain for Still The Same as it was soon after the running of the Kumbia Cup
Our Guide To Armistice Centenary
Remembrance Day (November 11) falls on Sunday and this year also marks the 100th anniversary of the Armistice – the end of World War I.
Cherbourg Celebrates Historic Hat-Tricks
The first hat-trick in Cherbourg Cricket Club’s history – quickly followed by another – were the highlights of a full round of cricket matches played in the South Burnett last weekend.
Rider Injured In Crash
A 34-year-old Wondai man was transported to hospital with suspected leg and neck injuries after a motorcycle crash in Wondai just before 4:00pm on Friday.
Their Names Won’t Be Forgotten
On Friday night, the culmination of four years work by historian Liz Caffery will be unveiled … a special book that aims to ensure the memories of Nanango’s World War I soldiers and nurses are never forgotten.
Sweethearts Coming To Kumbia
The Sweethearts of Song are promising a lively and light-hearted afternoon of fun for all the family at Kumbia Memorial Hall later this month.
Crisis Meeting For Tourism Operators
South Burnett tourism operators will hold a meeting in December to propose alternatives to the South Burnett Regional Council’s handling of tourism promotion over the past 15 months.
TRC’s Checking For Leaks
Have you got a leaky tap? To make sure you don’t, officers from Toowoomba Regional Council are travelling throughout the region to check water meters.
Have Your Say On Meat Exports
Agribusinesses and others involved in the meat trade are being urged to have their say about new rules for exporting meat products.
Council Sets Up Indigenous Committee
Toowoomba Regional Council is calling for community representatives to apply to join its new Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Advisory Committee.
Three-Year Warning Before Axe Falls
South Burnett residents will get at least three years’ warning of any planned closure of Tarong or Tarong North power stations.
