$1.02m CTC Funding Renewed
South Burnett CTC has received $1.02 million from the Federal Government to continue its Reconnect Service for at-risk youth for another five years.
Truck Hits Power Pole
Ergon Energy repair crews were called to the corner of Alford Street East and Fisher Street on Wednesday evening after a power pole was damaged by a truck.
Art Helps Aged Care Fundraising
Artworks collected in Alice Springs over 25 years will be on display in Blackbutt on April 28
Chance To Come ‘n’ Try Motocross
The South Burnett Junior Motorcycle Club is opening its doors on Sunday (March 25) for a special come’n’try motocross day.
Local Economy Looks Bright: Mayor
The outlook for the South Burnett’s regional economy is looking bright, according to South Burnett Mayor Keith Campbell.
MP Attacks Crime Watch Cuts
Murgon needs a funding boost for crime prevention, not a massive 85 per cent funding cut in Neighbourhood Watch services, Opposition Leader and Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington said on Wednesday.
Supermarket Expansion Gets Go-Ahead
Murgon’s IGA supermarket will be able to expand after the South Burnett Regional Council voted to waive two conditions attached to an approval it issued for the project last November.
Council Plans More Cuts In 2018-19
Cuts to community services are likely to continue next year as the South Burnett Regional Council looks for extra savings it can redirect into road maintenance.
LNP Slams ‘Wheelie Bin Tax’
The LNP has slammed the State Government’s proposal to introduce a new waste levy, saying it will hurt businesses and everyday Queenslanders.
AgForce Calls Consultations ‘A Joke’
AgForce has described as “rushed and ridiculous” and an “absolute joke” the way consultations for proposed new vegetation management laws are being handled by the State Government.
Miners To Face Bigger Penalties
Legislation to improve mine safety – including contractors and workers in small mines – was introduced into State Parliament on Tuesday.
Easter Egg Hunt Is On Again
Kingaroy Lions Club will be holding their annual Easter Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 31
Kingaroy Police Launch Blog
Kingaroy Police have had another busy week, with assaults, drink drivers and drugs matters keeping officers busy.
Government Planning Waste Levy
The State Government will introduce a waste levy to stop Queensland being a dumping ground for interstate waste.
April Plan For Supermarket Opening
Blackbutt residents have been waiting for their new supermarket for some time but finally there looks to be light at the end of the tunnel.
Fire Permits Cancelled For Games
Residents in the Gympie, Toowoomba and Somerset council areas will be banned from lighting certain types of fires from next Monday to lower the risk to the Gold Coast Commonwealth Games.
Murgon Puts On A Perfect Show
Murgon showgoers were treated to the perfect rural show at the weekend … beautiful weather, a spruced up showground and plenty of top-class exhibits.
Female Flasher Fined $1522
A 35-year-old woman who allegedly “flashed” a security guard faces fines of more than $1500
Hornets Take Home $1000
The Cherbourg Hornets have buzzed home with the $1000 first prize after taking out the annual “Clash For Cash” rugby league competition in Mundubbera on Saturday.
Big Fines For Cleaning Asbestos Roofs
Home owners can face big fines if they use high pressure water blasters on asbestos roofs, the State Government has warned.
