Council Roads Schedule ‘On Track’
South Burnett Regional Council seems to be on track to make good on its promise to grade every unsealed road in the region at least once a year.
Rail Trail Counter Data Queried
Almost two years after it was officially opened, the South Burnett Rail Trail still does not appear to have reliable traffic counters in operation.
Bill To Speed Up Agvet Approvals
The Federal Coalition introduced a new law into Parliament on Wednesday aimed at streamlining the regulation of agvet chemicals.
‘Stolen Wages’ Update
A legal firm which launched a class action over “stolen wages” will be holding an information session in Cherbourg next week.
Kingaroy Signs Will Be Pork-Free
Kingaroy’s new entry signs will be pork-free because the town is better known for peanuts.
Charity Bowls Day This Sunday
A special lawns bowls day has been scheduled this Sunday (September 22) in Kingaroy to raise funds for the South Burnett Autism Support Group.
Holiday Fun At Free Art Project
South Burnett artist Olivia Everitt is co-ordinating a free youth public art project in Murgon during the school holidays and she’s issued an invitation to local youngsters to come along
Crowd Blossoms At Spring Races
Nanango Race Club president Andrew Green was pleased with attendance numbers at Saturday’s Spring meeting … despite so many competing events being held on the same day.
Big Weekend For Small Club
The Kingaroy Junior Motorcycle Speedway Club has come a long way in just five years … from just an idea and no track, to hosting the Under 16s Queensland Titles
Astill’s Wins State Award
Astill’s Electrical Services has celebrated its 10th birthday by taking out the Queensland Medium Employer of the Year trophy at the Queensland Training Awards in Brisbane.
Cyclist Taken To Hospital
A cyclist has been taken to hospital with minor head injuries after an incident at the Haly and Glendon streets intersection in Kingaroy on Tuesday afternoon.
Finlay To Head Future Drought Fund
Former National Farmers Federation president Brent Finlay has been appointed chairman of the new Future Drought Fund consultative committee.
Holy Guacamole! Blackbutt Was Big …
The 2019 Blackbutt Avocado Festival had everything on Saturday … from parachute jumps and a parade, to budgies, postripping and lots and lots of visitors.
Tourism Sign Plan Revived
A plan to upgrade three “old and tired” signs promoting the Yallakool Tourist Park and Moffatdale’s wineries has been given a new lease of life
Italian Spirit Defies The Drought
Windy weather and a dust haze that blanketed the South Burnett were not enough to stop Moffatdale Ridge Winery’s annual Italian Festival delighting hundreds of festival-goers.
$3058 Grant To SES
Nanango SES has received a $3058 grant from the Foundation for Rural & Regional Renewal (FRRR) to buy first aid mannequins for Nanango.
Have You Seen Elizabeth?
UPDATE September 18: Elizabeth has been located safe and well.
Runaway Celebration For 80th
It’s not every day that you turn 80, but almost every Saturday you will find Angela Clarke out on the South Burnett Rail Trail with the Wondai parkrun group.
Invitation To Young Rugby Players
Former Durong South State School principal Clint Morrison – now based in Gympie – is hoping to revive interest in rugby union among South Burnett youngsters.
Fire Crews At Taromeo
Three QFES crews are at a fire burning near Franks Road and Cameron Road, Taromeo.
