AgForce Joins Rates Protest
AgForce Queensland has come out in support of drought-affected farmers in the South Burnett who are protesting against rate rises of between eight and 17 per cent
Scottish Festival Keeps On Growing
Boondooma Homestead was awash with tartans and bagpipes over the weekend as 300 caravanners and 800 guests gathered to celebrate all things Scottish.
New Park For Wondai Woofers
Wondai dog lovers will soon have a special place to exercise their pooches, thanks to the local Lions Club and the South Burnett Regional Council.
Funeral For Top Boxer
A funeral will be held in Cherbourg on Friday for former Australian boxer Edward Claude – “Eddie” – Barney.
Libraries Offer Streaming Movies
The South Burnett Regional Council announced on Wednesday that Council libraries will now provide members with free access to more than 30,000 films.
Kingaroy Accommodation In Short Supply
Visitors coming to Kingaroy for BaconFest may need to book a room in Nanango or Wondai on Saturday night if they don’t act quickly.
Grants Support Local Champs
Federal Member for Wide Bay Llew O’Brien has announced the latest round of successful applicants in his electorate for the Federal Government’s popular Local Sporting Champions program.
MPs Thank Firies
Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington has thanked South Burnett firefighters for their efforts during recent fires in the region, but has warned local residents the bushfire season has only just begun.
MP Calls For Tarong Extension
Member for Maranoa David Littleproud has called for the life of Tarong Power Station to be extended beyond its projected closure date in 2030
Research Sheds Light On Frontier Violence
A research project involving the University of Southern Queensland is uncovering the almost forgotten history of the Queensland Native Mounted Police.
Fire At Gordonbrook
Fire crews will continue to monitor a grass fire burning near Memeramb-Gordonbrook Road and Wicks Road, Gordonbrook.
League Salutes Past And Future
The South Burnett’s rugby league family gathered together on Saturday night to salute the sports stars of the past as well as the up-and-coming stars of the future.
Street Library Opens In Maidenwell
If you happened to be visiting Maidenwell on Saturday morning, you may have noticed a refrigerator outside the Maidenwell Trading Post sporting a large red bow surrounded by colourful children’s drawings.
Driver ‘Fled Crash Scene’
A driver who allegedly fled the scene after a smash on Tessmanns Road in Kingaroy last Wednesday has been charged by police.
Three Men On Rogue Radar
Crime Stoppers Queensland is calling on the community to help track down three men wanted by the Queensland Police Service, as part of the “Rogue Radar” national crackdown on wanted criminals.
Council Backs Reconciliation Moves
Toowoomba councillors have supported a motion to takes the first steps in establishing an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Advisory Committee.
Joey’s Has A New Adopt-a-Cop
Pupils at St Joseph’s Catholic School in Murgon have had a busy time recently with the swearing in of their new Adopt-A-Cop plus Book Week fun.
Home Damaged By Fire
A fire believed to have started in a firepit on the property has damaged a home at Ballogie
Fun Day Fosters Community Spirit
The second annual LifeFlight Community Fun Day – held in Kingaroy on Saturday – has raised about $17,600 for the rescue helicopter service.
Ag Network To Look At
Vegetation Management
The South Burnett Community Agriculture Network will be holding its next meeting at Wooroolin’s Memorial Hall on August 27 to discuss vegetation management.
