Just A Week To The Wondai Cup
Two South Burnett feature events have long-time ties to Victoria’s major cups: race meetings at Wondai and Kumbia which coincide with the Caulfield and Melbourne Cups, on October 15 and November 1, respectively.
Farewell To Final Falcons
The Ford Falcon passed into automotive history on Friday when the last Falcon rolled off the assembly line at Broadmeadows in Victoria.
Volunteers Receive Anzac Award
South Burnett Regional Council volunteers Daun Clapperton and Robyn Peterson were formally recognised by the RSL of Australia at a ceremony held at Anzac House in Brisbane recently.
Worker Bitten By Snake
A man aged in his 30s was flown to Bundaberg Hospital for treatment after being bitten by a snake on a property on Boondooma Road at Old Cooranga.
Ergon’s Looking For Apprentices
Ergon Energy has begun its search for the next intake of bright sparks to join the company during its 2017 apprentice intake.
Two Drivers Lose Cars
Two women have had their vehicles impounded by Kingaroy police in separate incidents this week.
Coverty Fire Burning Safely
A fire that has been burning in the Okeden-Coverty area since Sunday flared up again over Thursday night.
New Home For Historic Buildings
Two historic wooden buildings which had been threatened with demolition at Nanango Hospital are now safely re-located at Nanango Showgrounds.
Sun Shines On Garden Expo
The recent Spring Garden Expo at the Wondai Showgrounds was one of the most successful seen in recent years.
Watch Out For Fires
South Burnett residents have been urged to stay alert with a high fire danger continuing in the region until the weekend.
More Room To Have A Good Time
Dancers at this year’s Waterhole Rocks will be able to twist and jive on a specially extended dancefloor
ACCC Probes APN Sale
The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission is seeking public feedback on the proposed acquisition by News Corporation of APN’s Australian Regional Media (ARM) publications.
Local Women Are Awards Finalists
Four young South Burnett women have been selected as finalists in this year’s annual Strong Women Leadership Awards.
Ryan’s Ref Career Kicks Off
Former Gunners soccer star Ryan Mooney has been selected in the referees panel for the Foxtel National Youth League.
Drought Dinners Make A Comeback
A series of free community dinners for residents in rural parts of the region will get a repeat run soon, thanks to the State Government.
Council Makes Roads Top Priority
The SBRC will need up to three years to bring all the region’s roads to an acceptable standard
Cherbourg Authors Win Premier’s Prize
Mother and daughter writing team Lesley and Tammy Williams, from Cherbourg, have won the prestigious $25,000 Queensland Premier’s Award for their book, “Not Just Black and White”.
Campdraft Draws A Big Roll-Up
Last weekend’s Cooyar Campdraft had to start half a day early because of the high number of nominations for the popular two-day event.
Art Part Of Heart To Hart
Artist “Gus” McAulay is holding a workshop this month as part of the “Connecting Heart To Hart” project
Basketball Results
Results from Round 10 of the Kingaroy Basketball competition played on October 4
