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Storms Whip Across Burnett

Storms Whip Across Burnett

Council workers and SES volunteers have been kept busy over the past week with the string of storms crossing the South Burnett.

Residents Discuss Fate Of Roller

Residents Discuss Fate Of Roller

Maidenwell residents have shared their ideas with the South Burnett Regional Council about the future of the steam roller currently located near the Maidenwell Oval.

Gallery Launches Latest Exhibition

Gallery Launches Latest Exhibition

A new exhibition of artworks at Murgon’s 55MYA Museum & Gallery was officially unveiled at the complex’s latest “elegant afternoon tea” last Saturday.

Residents Relax at Tablelands

Residents Relax at Tablelands

A “sunset soiree” at Tableland Hall last weekend provided a perfect opportunity for local residents to socialise, enjoy a drink and watch the sun go down across the nearby valleys.

Councillors Push For Change

Councillors Push For Change

South Burnett Regional Council took 13 motions to the recent  Local Government Association of Queensland Conference at the Gold Coast, with all but two being approved by the other Council representatives present.

Nationals Dump Net Zero

Nationals Dump Net Zero

The National Party’s Federal Council voted on Saturday to dump support for Australia achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050.

Vikings In Action At Home

Vikings In Action At Home

Tingoora Vikings hosted their first home game of the season last Saturday, taking on the Dalby Waratahs at Tingoora Sportsground.

Murgon Welcomes Muster Back!

Murgon Welcomes Muster Back!

There’s been music playing since Tuesday, but the big names hit the stage for the first time at the Rotary Murgon Music Muster at the South Burnett PCYC on Friday afternoon.

Daniel’s Law Unveils Sex Offenders

Daniel’s Law Unveils Sex Offenders

Attorney-General Deb Frecklington has used the annual “Day For Daniel”  – the last Friday in October – to explain the passing this week of “Daniel’s Law” by State Parliament.

Entries Open For Christmas Comps

Entries Open For Christmas Comps

Entry forms are now available on the South Burnett Regional Council website for the region’s unique 2025 Christmas Spirit initiative, organised by Council CEO Mark Pitt and his wife Nicola.

Home Destroyed By Fire

Home Destroyed By Fire

A two-storey brick home and a caravan parked nearby were extensively damaged by fire in Blackbutt on Thursday afternoon.

Upgrades At Racetrack

Upgrades At Racetrack

Nanango Race Club has used its sponsorship by online betting company Sportsbet to improve facilities at the Lee Park Racetrack.