Song Recalls Tragic Accident
A former South Burnett resident who was killed in a tragic workplace accident almost 50 years ago has been remembered in song by his granddaughter and her friends.
Rates: How Do We Shape Up In 2017?
In 2014, southburnett.com.au carried out a detailed study of South Burnett rates; here’s our fourth annual review
Councillor To Head Rabbit Board
Toowoomba councillor Anne Glasheen has been appointed chairperson of the Darling Downs-Moreton Rabbit Board.
Beekeepers Win Rego Concession
Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington says common sense has prevailed with beekeepers now recognised as “primary producers” by the Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR).
Man Hurt In Crash
A 20-year-old man was taken to Kingaroy Hospital after a single-vehicle crash at Coolabunia on Sunday night.
Champs On Fire At Murgon
2015 champions Kimberley Crawley and Craig Dodd have taken out the latest Queensland Indigenous Golf Championships, played at Murgon at the weekend.
Futsal Results – March 16
The Minis started the afternoon on Thursday with a practice game and all had fun trying to beat the coaches’ team
Top Performances On Indoor Mats
The final round of the annual Wondai Cup has been won by indoor bowlers from Tingoora and Goomeri.
An Arresting New Look For Charity
There should be a law against it … going around in public with a mauve moustache, that is.
Federal Government
Urged To Reverse CLC Cuts
Queensland has called on the Federal Government to reverse planned community legal services cuts
Scots Storm Maidenwell
Visitors to the Maidenwell Hotel got a surprise treat on Saturday afternoon – a visit from the Murrumba Pipes and Drums band, who dropped in to play a four-hour gig
Netball Numbers Almost Double
The Nanango and Districts Netball Association has had a membership explosion this year, and the evidence was in plain view on Friday afternoon.
Superstars Ready To Hit Stage
The countdown has begun for the opening night of the South Burnett Musical Comedy’s Society’s first big production for 2017 … the sensational 1970s rock opera Jesus Christ Superstar.
Noel’s Handiwork Always On Display
Wondai resident Noel Selway is probably best known for his work organising the annual Reserve Forces Day Parade in the town.
Anxiety, Joy And Relief At Esk
After Blackbutt trainer Wayne Farrington legged Hannah English on to the favourite Striking Warrior for the API Maiden Plate (1200m) at Esk last Saturday, the gelding paraded and warmed-up without a problem before his first run since last July.
Good News For Rail Link
The $10 billion Melbourne to Brisbane Inland Rail project has inched forward with news the Queensland Coordinator-General will help progress a 73km stretch from Toowoomba to Grandchester.
$50,000 Boost From Muster
The recent Australian Caravan Club Chairman’s Muster held in Kingaroy injected more than $50,000 into the local economy, according to club records.
Quick Thinking Saves Nanango Mum
When 15-year-old Jayde saw her mother Marion collapsed on the loungeroom floor, she knew exactly what to do … she calmly rang Triple 0 and asked for the ambulance.
Friendliest Town in Queensland
Wondai isn’t the only South Burnett town to draw praise from afar – six traders from Nanango have drawn praise and gratitude from Yeppoon holidaymakers who almost came to grief as they were passing through
Farmers Urged To Apply
For Crop Insurance Rebate
Farmers looking to better financially protect themselves and their families through tough times have been encouraged to apply for a rebate of up to $2500 to help cover the cost of taking on a new agricultural insurance policy.
