Winter Crops Tipped To Dip
The latest Australian crop report shows a mixed outlook for the nation’s key crops.
Power Prices ‘A Hidden Tax’
The LNP Opposition says this week’s State Budget has confirmed the government is using electricity prices as a secret tax on Queenslanders.
‘Smoke And Mirrors’ Budget: MP
Opposition Leader and Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington has been describing the State Budget in the metro media as all “smoke and mirrors”, but she says this description applies to the sections applicable to the South Burnett, too.
Big Peanut … Are We Going Nuts?
If you Google “Kingaroy Big Peanut”, you’ll find a photo of this handsome fellow …
What’s In The Budget For Us?
Deputy Premier and Treasurer Jackie Trad delivered her first Budget on Tuesday afternoon, but there’s not many surprises for South Burnett residents.
Mayor Supports Council Reforms
South Burnett Mayor Keith Campbell supports State Government reforms designed to stamp out corruption in councils.
Warning On Insect Repellents
The Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority has warned retailers to only stock APVMA-registered insect repellents to avoid heavy fines and risking customer safety.
MP ‘Cautiously Optimistic’
About Community Nurse
MP Deb Frecklington says she’s cautiously optimistic about better health services for Kilkivan and Goomeri
Blue Care Launches Dogless Doorknock
The rise of the cashless society – and the occasional over-enthusiastic dog – has made many charities rethink their traditional approaches to fundraising.
Survey Deadline Extended To July 20
Member for Wide Bay Llew O’Brien will be extending his annual Community Survey to July 20 after receiving a record response this year.
Mayor Calls For New Funding Model
The urgent need to create a new funding model for councils was unanimously supported at last Friday’s Darling Downs and South West Queensland Council of Mayors (DDSWQ) meeting at Charleville.
Codi’s A Real Little Hero
A seven-year-old Blackbutt boy is being hailed as a “genuine little hero” by his mum after he managed to get his aunt out of a potentially dangerous house fire on Sunday afternoon.
United Bring Home President’s Cup
South Burnett United fans had every reason to cheer on Sunday when the local team scored a narrow but convincing win over their nearest rivals to secure this year’s President’s Cup in the Toowoomba Football League competition.
Hospital Foundation Backs A Winner
More than $3000 was raised for the South Burnett Community Hospital Foundation at the inaugural Stradbroke Race Day social event held at the Bunya Mountains on Saturday afternoon.
Saints Notch Up Another Win
South Burnett Saints have notched up another away win in the Darling Downs AFL competition, downing the Highfields Lions in a tight game on Saturday at Highfields.
Awards Honour South Burnett Citizens
Three notable South Burnett residents received awards in the Queen’s Birthday Honours list announced on Monday.
Vale Valmai: A Crusader For The Environment
Well-known Linville environmental advocate and retired farmer Valmai Burnett has died aged 90.
Impending Doom … Or Boom
Queensland’s signature race day fell on Saturday when Doomben played host to the $1.5 million UBET Stradbroke Handicap, the state’s richest contest.
Gayndah Meeting To Discuss ILUA
A meeting to be held at Gayndah on June 30 is the next step in a decades-long process by Wakka Wakka native title claimants to gain legal recognition.
$25m To Fix More Mobile Black Spots
The Federal Government has announced Round 4 of its Mobile Black Spot Program which aims to improve telecommunications in regional Australia.
