Power Industry Jobs Slashed: LNP
The LNP claims hundreds of power workers have lost their jobs from the State Government’s decision to shift debt on to State-owned power distributors.
$79,000 In Grants Announced
More than 20 South Burnett community organisations in the Maranoa electorate will receive a total of $79,404 funding under the latest round of the Federal Government’s Volunteer Grants program.
Last Chance For Fire Tower
The group trying to save the Jimna Fire Tower say “people power” is the key to its preservation
Catchment Scores Another ‘D’ Grade
The Upper Brisbane Catchment – which passes through Elgin Vale, South Nanango, Yarraman, Blackbutt and Cooyar – has not significantly improved its water quality over the last year, according to a new report.
Big Night For Murgon Year 12s
After a week of glittering high school formals in Kingaroy and Nanango, it was Murgon’s turn to shine on Friday night … and the Class of 2016 did not disappoint.
New Faces Join CTC Board
A good crowd turned up on Thursday night to hear reports at South Burnett CTC’s AGM
Dinner Raises $51,871 For Relay
This year’s “Dinner With The Captains” raised an incredible $51,871.24 for Relay For Life.
Trad Praises Help For Swickers
Ipswich Council has been praised by Deputy Premier Jackie Trad for the assistance it has given with the temporary relocation of Swickers workers.
Elderly Man Hurt On Quad Bike
An elderly man has been airlifted to hospital after a quad bike accident at Ballogie on Sunday
Heritage Lodge Set To Expand
There was some surprising good news for guests attending the official opening of Heritage Lodge in Nanango: construction will start soon on a fourth duplex at the housing complex
Futsal Results – November 17
Results from South Burnett Futsal games played in Kingaroy on November 17
End Of The Road For First Ave Store
Kingaroy’s “nosediving economy” has been blamed for the closure of the First Avenue store on December 2.
Music Rocks The Bunyas
The rocking 1950s returned to the Bunya Mountains for a few hours last Saturday night with the inaugural rock’n’roll dance held at Elz Bistro.
Spotlight On Nanango Year 12s
Nanango State High School students stepped into the limelight on Thursday night for their glittering and glamorous Year 12 Formal.
Uphill Climb Ended At Mt Perry
The saying goes that it’s a long road that has no turning. Thankfully, Nanango trainer Glenn Richardson went around the right corner last Saturday.
Councillor Joins SQC Tourism Board
Cr Danita Potter has taken Mayor Keith Campbell’s place on the Southern Queensland Country Tourism Board
Spotlight On Region’s Water Trails
WBBROC has launched a tourist brochure to promote the aquatic attractions of the Wide Bay Burnett
Classic Finish For Year 12
Students arrived in trucks, classic American cars, utes – and even a motorbike – at Kingaroy State High School’s 2016 Year 12 formal on Thursday evening.
Blackbutt Makes It Two In A Row
St Patrick’s library in Nanango was full to overflowing on Sunday as the region’s camera club members and visitors gathered to view the judging of the annual Cliff Krebbs Interclub Print Competition.
Water Problems In Kumbia
The South Burnett Regional Council is asking Kumbia residents to limit their water usage on Thursday and Friday.
