MP Slams Optus, Telstra
Member for Maranoa David Littleproud has slammed Optus, labelling as “a smokescreen” its $1 billion promise to improve mobile phone coverage in the bush.
Man Badly Hurt In Fall
A man aged in his 50s was airlifted to hospital in a serious condition on Monday evening after he fell about 1.5m from a ledge on a water tank.
Sports Clubs Score Council Update
South Burnett Regional Council organised an information night at the Kingaroy Town Common Hall recently to explain legislation and Council policies which affect sporting and community organisations.
Barambah Comes Up Trumps
Saturday’s end-of-season clash between Barambah and Wests offered a lot of excitement for fans of both teams.
Malaria Risk Very Remote
A news story published widely on the internet recently could have left readers thinking a wave of tropical diseases was about to overwhelm southern Queensland.
Law Society Warns Against Bush Lawyers
The Queensland Law Society has warned about the risks of uncertified “bush lawyers” offering legal advice.
Year Of Free Playgroup Up For Grabs
The State Government is urging more parents to take advantage of its free 12 month Playgroup Queensland membership initiative.
Warning About ‘Natural’ Horse Cures
The Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority is advising retailers to use caution when stocking veterinary products for horses, following concerns a number of “natural” horse products being sold may not be registered.
Rail Trail Challenge Draws 119 Entrants
An Extreme Challenge Bike Ride along the entire 167km length of Brisbane Valley Rail Trail between Wulkuraka to Yarraman on Saturday drew 119 riders, almost four times more than organisers expected.
New Exhibition A Sign Of The Times
August’s exhibition at the Wondai Regional Art Gallery was officially opened on Friday night, and most people agreed it was a sign of the times … quite a few of them, in fact.
Steve Spreads His Wisdom
Well-known nature photographer, author and publisher Steve Parrish shared some tips and tricks with South Burnett photographers at the weekend as the first part of the Kingaroy Concerned Citizens’ Group 385 Alive! anti-coal mine campaign.
Julee-anne Shares Her Special Skills
Sixteen South Burnett residents took advantage of a special opportunity to learn new singing skills at the weekend when Brisbane-based vocal instructor Julee-anne Bell visited Kingaroy.
Coding Workshops For Kids
Coding and robotics workshops will be held this week for South Burnett children, parents, teachers and librarians as part of a statewide strategy to encourage more young people to study science and technology at school.
Murgon Plans Rail Trail Party
Murgon will be holding a community party for the official opening of the South Burnett Rail Trail on Sunday, October 1.
$1177 Speeding Ticket In School Zone
A Victorian driver has been issued with a $1177 speeding ticket after he was pulled over on the Bunya Highway on Monday afternoon doing more than twice the legal limit in a school zone.
Outtawak To Star At Big Night Out
Graham House will be holding its annual “Big Night Out” fundraising evening at Murgon Town Hall on Friday, August 18 at 7:00pm.
PHN Collects Health Feedback
Initial results are in from some of the “Better Health In The Community” conversations held in the Darling Downs West Moreton Public Health Network region.
Union Warns Of ‘Weasel Words’
The Electrical Trades Union has resurrected its successful “Not4Sale” campaign from the last State Election … another sign the next election could be imminent.
Armchair Jockeys, Spare A Thought
There are many “outstanding” riders who have never sat astride a horse.
$6m Project At Meandu Mine
Mineral processing company Sedgman has secured a $6 million contract with Stanwell Corporation to build a tailings “dewatering facility” at Meandu Mine.
