2018 Age Pension Guide Out
Every year – in September and March – Age Pension payment rates are increased and other details affecting the Age Pension are updated.
Flying Foxes ‘Not A Health Risk’
South Burnett Regional Council has released a statement following complaints raised by Proston residents about a large flying fox colony which has moved into a reserve on the edge of town.
Police ‘Observed Drug Deal’
A 23-year-old Kingaroy man has been charged after police on patrol in Kingaroy allegedly spotted a drug deal going down.
Ironpot Suspects Arrested In NSW
Two people allegedly linked to a string of incidents in Ironpot on Monday have been arrested in NSW.
Soil Tests Urged For Peanuts
The Grains Research and Development Corporation has tipped “a significant” peanut planting this season across Queensland and NSW.
Nine Years Jail For Manslaughter
A Nanango man who admitted to accidentally killing his housemate has been sentenced to nine years’ jail.
$15m Treatment Plant Opens
Cherbourg’s new $15 million wastewater treatment plant was officially opened by the State Government’s “Champion For Cherbourg” Dr Anthony Lynham on Thursday morning.
KCCI Meets Next Generation
A funeral chapel was the unusual venue for the Kingaroy Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s latest six-monthly meet’n’greet.
South Burnett Boxer Seeks Support
South Burnett boxer Stanley Green wants to become a big name in boxing, and at 17 years of age is already on the path to make his dream come true
Recycling Depot Ready To Go
Cherbourg’s new authorised container refund point is ready to spring into action when Queensland’s container exchange scheme launches on November 1.
Blue Edge Back For More
The popular “Blue Edge” program has returned to the South Burnett PCYC at Murgon.
Irate Owner Rams Car Thief
An irate Kingaroy resident chased a thief who stole his 4WD on Sunday night, ramming the vehicle in Wieden Street.
Man Charged Over Break-Ins
A 27-year-old Kingaroy man has been charged with a number of offences following a break-and-enter at a business on River Road on October 20.
Murgon Attack Was Targeted: MP
Opposition Leader and Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington has described as “absolute rubbish” a suggestion a recent home invasion in Murgon was a random incident.”
Circus Supports Storm Recovery
Hudson’s Circus were planning to bring their show to Kingaroy, but when the recent storms hit – and more rain was forecast – they decided to postpone their performances and refund ticket sales.
Surprise Star Rocks The Waterhole
Rockers at this year’s The Waterhole Rocks in Nanango enjoyed a surprise on Friday night … a star turn on stage by Vicky O’Keefe, daughter of Aussie legend JOK.
Feeney Admits Manslaughter
A Brisbane murder trial came to an abrupt halt on Monday when the accused pleaded guilty to manslaughter.
Health Service Reflects On Big Year
The annual report for Darling Downs Health – the organisation responsible for all public hospitals in the South Burnett – was tabled in State Parliament on Wednesday.
Digital Plan For Licences
Queenslanders could soon have the option to store their driver licences digitally on their mobile devices.
QFF Calls For Waste Levy Refinements
The Queensland Farmers’ Federation has called on the State Government to plug holes in its new Waste Levy surrounding illegal dumping.
