Cressbrook Dam Closed
Toowoomba Regional Council has suspended all water-based recreational activities at Cressbrook Dam until further notice due to high levels of E. coli in the water.
Rain Falls Like Tears During Last Post
A few light showers could not disrupt Kingaroy’s Anzac Day commemorations on Saturday morning.
Three Vehicles In Crash
Emergency services were called to a three-vehicle crash on the D’Aguilar Highway at Colinton on Wednesday morning.
$1m Upgrade For Goomeri Water
Gympie Regional Council has awarded a $1 million contract to Protex Water to upgrade the Goomeri Water Treatment Plant.
Hung Jury Over Boy’s Death
A jury has been unable to reach a verdict in a Brisbane District Court trial which followed the death of a young boy at Blackbutt North in July 2023.
Murgon Remembers In Style
Murgon’s Anzac Day commemorations began in the early hours of Saturday morning and wrapped up in the afternoon with the announcement of Murgon’s annual Anzac Art Prize.
Nats Call For ‘Boots On Ground’
Opposition agriculture spokesperson Darren Chester has called for the upcoming Federal Budget to prioritise biocontrol measures and practical projects “which make a difference on the ground” in regional Australia.
McEwan Elected Deputy Mayor
Division 6 councillor Warren McEwan – who represents the Goomeri and Kilkivan districts – has been elected Deputy Mayor of Gympie Regional Council.
Anzac Day In Our Towns
Anzac Day commemorations were held on Saturday in almost every town and village around the South Burnett.
Minor Injuries In Crash
A man suffered minor leg injuries in a single-vehicle crash on the Burnett Highway on Monday morning.
Crowds Unwind At Anzac Day Races
The South Burnett Race Club’s annual Anzac Day Races at Wondai always attract a big crowd on the public holiday, with attendees keen to unwind after morning commemorations around the region.
SUV Stolen In Murgon
Police are investigating after a car was reported stolen from Murgon on Friday afternoon.
Fun With The ABC Piano
The second season of ABC-TV’s popular series “The Piano” is now being broadcast … but have you seen the promo?
Great Show With A Serious Message
The Heritage Bank Nanango 117th Show had everything a visitor could want … animals (of all sorts), exciting action (trots, barrel racing, a rodeo), amusement rides and fireworks!
EV Tourist Left In The Dark
Were there any EV chargers available for tourists to use in Kingaroy over the recent Easter break?
Tobacco Shops Closed … Again
Two Kingaroy stores allegedly selling illegal tobacco products have been ordered shut again by Queensland Health.
Wondai’s Fascinating Anzac Day Races
The South Burnett Race Club’s prime program of the year, the Anzac Day Races on Saturday at Wondai, looks set to be a great day.
Full Fields For Wondai Races
The South Burnett Race Club will be holding its annual Anzac Day race meeting – always popular with punters! – at the Wondai Racecourse on Saturday.
Tragic Crash Recalled After 83 Years
A tragic traffic crash which killed three military personnel during World War II will be remembered on Anzac Day at Kingaroy’s Taabinga Cemetery.
RAAF Flyovers On Saturday
Several RAAF aircraft will be conducting flyovers in Queensland in support of Anzac Day commemorations on Saturday morning.
