Mitch Wins Another Aussie Title
Champion Blackbutt axeman Mitch Argent has added another trophy to his already bulging cabinet … the 2018 Stihl Timbersports Australian Champions title.
Changes Ahead At Dams
The South Burnett Regional Council has assured visitors they will continue to enjoy “wonderful experiences” at Bjelke-Petersen and Boondooma dams, despite the upcoming departure of the current managers.
Health Project Passes Milestone
A Telehealth project which aims to improve the health of Cherbourg residents with chronic kidney disease has passed a significant milestone, with more than 50 patients being seen via the program.
AgForce Calls For ‘Day Of Action’
AgForce is calling for farmers to protest in Brisbane – and other Queenslanders to wear green in support – as part of a May Day protest against the State Government’s proposed changes to vegetation management laws.
Strong Start To 2018 Campaign
South Burnett Saints launched their 2018 season in style with a strong win over Coolaroo in Kingaroy on Saturday.
Big Guns Draw A Crowd
Wooroolin’s Anzac Day drew a larger-than-usual crowd this year, and credit for it was probably split evenly between a famous guest speaker and star power.
Nanango & Yarraman Pause To Remember
A large crowd gathered at Nanango’s Cenotaph on Wednesday morning to greet the dawn and remember in silence the sacrifices made on Turkish shores just over 100 years ago
Kingaroy Turns Out In Force
Kingaroy’s Anzac Day crowd was a big as ever on Wednesday, despite initial fears some local residents may have been tempted to head up the highway to Wooroolin.
Get In Fast For Community Grants
Community groups are being urged to apply for grants of up to $35,000 from the latest round of the State Government’s Gambling Community Benefit Fund.
Council Hires 10 Trainees
The South Burnett Regional Council welcomed 10 trainees on board this week, thanks to funding from the Queensland Government.
Anzac Day Around Our Region
While Wooroolin may have stolen some of the focus this year because of its celebrity visitors, Anzac Day was still marked with big crowds – and great solemnity – all throughout the region.
Race Crowd Turns Out To Honour Anzacs
Wondai’s traditional Anzac Day Race Meeting always draws a crowd, but this year it turned out to be one of the biggest seen in many seasons.
Fire Scare At Dingo Sanctuary
Durong Dingo Sanctuary’s Simon Stretton is full of praise for the firefighters who brought a wild grassfire under control on Sunday, just metres away from his animal enclosures.
McEuen Mountain Bike Trails Expand
The McEuen Forestry area at the end of Wondai’s Mackenzie Street is becoming a popular playground for mountain bike riders.
Quota Team Starts New Year
The Quota Club of Kingaroy held its annual changeover dinner at the Pioneer Lodge Motel on Monday evening.
Bollards Help Protect Trail
Visiting caravanners will be prevented from accidentally driving over the South Burnett Rail Trail thanks to two upgrades installed this week.
South Burnett Anzac Day Services
The South Burnett will be commemorating Anzac Day on Wednesday, April 25 with services held in almost every town and village in the region.
Slap In The Face For Farmers: AgForce
AgForce says Queensland farmers are angry and bitterly disappointed after a Parliamentary committee recommended vegetation management laws be passed without any changes.
Steel Shoe Action On Saturday
Some of the best junior speedway riders from Queensland and interstate will be coming to Kingaroy on Saturday for the third annual John Titman Golden Steel Shoe Challenge.
Proposal Isn’t ‘Done And Dusted’
South Burnett councillor Ros Heit has urged any residents concerned about proposed cuts to Council support for community groups to speak out.
