Nanango’s PoolPod Officially Opens
A $115,000 PoolPod Platform Lift, installed earlier this year at the South Burnett Aquatic Centre in Nanango, was officially opened this week.
Benches Highlight Reconciliation
Eight Reconciliation Benches – unveiled at Cherbourg in August – have now been positioned around the South Burnett region.
Second Public Meeting Called
South Burnett Regional Council has organised a second public meeting in Murgon to discuss crime issues and community safety.
Four Teenagers Charged
Police have charged three teenage boys and a teenage girl with property and vehicle-related offences as Operation Martello ramps up in the South Burnett.
LifeFlight’s Lease Extended
Toowoomba Regional Council has approved a long-term extension of LifeFlight’s existing site at the Toowoomba Aerodrome.
Kingaroy Duo Honoured At Awards
Two Kingaroy residents have been honoured in the prestigious 2025 Queensland Sport Awards.
Christmas Tree Auction Returns!
Murgon hasn’t forgotten it’s Christmas! The annual Christmas tree auction is back, thanks to the Murgon Business & Development Association, Murgon Services Club and local councillor Heath Sander.
Orana Hosts Annual Markets
Heavy morning rain wasn’t enough to stop visitors enjoying Christmas shopping at Orana’s annual Hilltop Markets in Kingaroy.
Police Launch Special Operation
A week-long special police operation – dubbed “Operation Martello” – launched by police on Monday to counter a spike of crime in the Murgon and Cherbourg areas has already resulted in five arrests.
Urgent Appeal To Premier On Crime
The Murgon Business and Development Association has issued an urgent appeal to the State Government to take action on the escalating crime in the Murgon, Cherbourg and Wondai areas.
Murgon Woman Charged
Police have charged a 26-year-old woman with drug offences following an early morning raid on a Murgon property on Saturday.
‘Barnaby Wants To Be The Leader’
Nationals Leader David Littleproud said the decision by Barnaby Joyce to join One Nation was “disappointing”.
Rollover Blocks Traffic Near Bridge
The occupants of two vehicles were lucky to escape injury in a collision which occurred on Kilkivan-Tansey Road, near KIlkivan, on Monday afternoon.
Annual Lunch Shares Christmas Joy
The Mayor’s Community Christmas Lunch has become an important annual tradition in the South Burnett … and a very important fundraiser to support vulnerable local families.
Skate Park Dreams Come True
It might take some time, but a bunch of Wooroolin youngsters have learned it can be very worthwhile to contact your local MP when you have an issue.
Have You Donated Yet?
Time is running out to donate items for the annual Christmas Hamper Drive.
Young Nats Slam Social Media Ban
The Young Nationals have called on the Federal Government to scrap the social media ban for under 16s which comes into effect next week.
New Canteen Honours A Quiet Hero
A very generous bequest by former Kingaroy resident Des Rowe has allowed the Kingaroy State High School to create a bright, modern canteen for students.
Endeavour Celebrates 75th Birthday
Disability Services Minister Amanda Camm was the special guest at an “All AbiliTea” morning tea held at the Endeavour Foundation’s Kingaroy Kitchen on Wednesday morning.
Two Teens Charged After Crime Spree
Police have charged two teenage boys with a total of 33 offences following a crime spree in the South Burnett on Tuesday.
