Hundreds Of Cyclists
Coming To South Burnett
Severals roads in Kumbia and Kingaroy will be closed this weekend for a major cycling event
Hundreds Of Cyclists
Day Of Prayer To Support Farmers
A regional day of prayer on Sunday, September 15, has been organised as a show of support for drought-affected communities across southern Queensland.
Captains Dinner Raises $42,000
The “Dinner With The Captains” charity dinner at Kingaroy Town Hall in July has raised an impressive $42,155 for Relay For Life.
Records Fall At Wondai Show
It was billed as being the biggest Wondai Show ever … and Saturday’s main day extravaganza didn’t disappoint.
It’s A Great Time To Be Fishing!
Spring is officially here … the water temperatures are gradually rising and the native fish in our dams are really springing into life
Council Goes Into Bat For Jnr Cricket
The Kingaroy Flames held their first training session at their new $37,500 practice nets this week
‘No Evidence’ Of Drugs At Disco
Police have not been able to substantiate a complaint that drugs were distributed at a recent Blue Light disco in Kingaroy.
Council Callout To Food Producers
Fresh from success at BaconFest, Council’s economic development unit is now taking its “South Burnett Flavours” initiative to Blackbutt.
Godfather To Launch Italian Festival
Fans of Moffatdale Ridge’s popular Italian Festival will have something extra to look forward to on Friday night (September 6).
Security Training Opportunity
An information session will be held in Cherbourg next week for residents interested in becoming community safety officers in the town.
BOM Issues Fire Weather Warning
The Bureau of Meteorology issued a Fire Weather Warning on Thursday afternoon for the Wide Bay Burnett forecast district.
Car Dealers Vital For Regions: Study
New car dealers in the Maranoa electorate contribute more than $289 million each year to the economy and employ 1316 staff, including apprentices.
Fire Crews Called To Windera
The Windera fire is now burning within containment lines and will continue to be monitored.
Local Fire Bans In Place
Queensland Fire and Emergency Services have imposed a local fire ban for residents in the South Burnett, Cherbourg, Gympie, North Burnett, Toowoomba and Western Downs council areas.
Panthers Celebrate Double Wins
Nanango Panthers’ fans are celebrating after their teams took out both the men’s and women’s titles at Saturday’s grand finals of the South Burnett senior soccer competition.
Drink-Driving Penalties Increased
Drink drivers will face increased penalties under new laws introduced on Wednesday.
Dancers Ready To Have A Ball
Inverlaw Hall’s annual ball on Saturday night will have a special “rainbow” theme – and for the first time in a decade, a King and Queen of the ball will be judged and crowned.
New Body To Oversee Mine Safety
An independent body is being set up by the State Government to protect the safety and health of Queensland’s 70,000-plus miners.
Bikers Take A Break In Kingaroy
If you see more than the usual number of Harleys, Hondas and other assorted motorbikes around Kingaroy, there’s no need to panic … the 350 or so riders are here to raise funds for a good cause.
Work Starts On $2m Water Plant
Work has begun on the long-awaited $2 million replacement water treatment plant at Linville.
