Cash Stolen During Break-In
Kingaroy Police are investigating a break-and-enter at a business on the Bunya Highway
2019 Opening Date For Bunnings
Reports that work will start within weeks on the new Bunnings complex in Kingaroy could be a little premature.
Stephanie Named Ekka Champion
Proston Show Junior Rural Ambassador Stephanie Flint has notched up another 2018 title, being named Champion School Led Steer Parader at the Brisbane Ekka.
ACCC Takes Action Over Barley Claims
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) has taken action in the Federal Court against Landmark (trading as Seednet) for allegedly making false, misleading and deceptive claims in a fact sheet for its barley variety, “Compass”.
Laser Stolen From Council Site
Nanango Police are hunting a thief who stole a laser from a South Burnett Regional Council worksite on Memerambi-Barkers Creek Road.
Calling All Local Heroes
Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington is encouraging groups and individuals to submit applications for Round 6 of her “Local Hero Grants”.
The Fish Are On The Move
The fishing has changed considerably in the South Burnett since the onset of winter but with a little bit of patience and some searching you can find some cracking catches of native fish.
Saints Put On Dogged Display
The South Burnett Saints celebrated their Heritage Day on Saturday with a thumping win against an undermanned Coolaroo side at Lyle Vidler Oval in Kingaroy.
Next Year I Will Get A Flu Shot …
On Saturday, July 28, I woke up and realised I had the ‘flu (or something very much like it) … and just four days later I was in Kingaroy Hospital.
Marietta Earns Distinguished Medal
Hodgleigh resident Marietta Wetzig has earned Toastmasters International’s highest award – the Distinguished Toastmaster Medal – the first member of the South Burnett club to achieve this honour.
Police Share Music In Towns
The Queensland Police Pipes and Drums band dropped into Murgon and Cherbourg last week to provide some unexpected entertainment for young and old alike.
Astill’s Wins Training Trophy
Amanda and Mick Astill, from Astill’s Electrical, will be off to Brisbane in September to compete in the Queensland Training Awards after winning a trophy at the Darling Downs South West Queensland awards on Friday night.
Firies Monitoring Inverlaw Blaze
Fire crews are monitoring a large grass fire which broke out at Inverlaw on Sunday afternoon
Drought Support Package Welcomed
Opposition Leader and Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington has welcomed the Federal Government’s announcement of more drought assistance to struggling farmers.
Police Probe Suspicious Fires
Police are investigating a string of suspicious fires which occurred at the weekend near Kelvyn Street and Oasis Drive in Kingaroy.
Full Fields For Nanango Races
The Nanango Race Club will be holding its Nanango Cup Race Meeting at the Lee Park Racecourse on Saturday, August 4.
Apprenticeship Offered In Murgon
Ergon Energy is on the lookout for nine new apprentices, including an opportunity to train as a linesperson in Murgon
Female Hoops And The Cup
Last year, jockey Cecily Eaton took out the 2017 Nanango Cup at Lee Park on the Darling Downs nine-year-old King Ludwig.
Federal Funding Applications Open
Applications are now open for Round 4 of the Federal Government’s Stronger Communities Program.
Who Were The 1998 Winners?
One of the highlights of the upcoming South Burnett Rugby League presentation night dinner will be a salute to the senior players who last won a 47th Battalion Trophy.
