Warren Retires After 34 Years
In 1982, then-Senior Constable Warren Lohmann arrived in Goomeri to take up duties at the police station
Second Form Of Dengue Detected
A new strain of dengue virus discovered by Queensland scientists could help researchers evaluate the effectiveness of potential vaccines and treatments for the disease.
New Website Aims To
Tackle Farmer Suicide
If you are a farmer or work anywhere in agriculture, you know – or know of – someone who has taken their life.
Taabinga Rotary Wants Your Books!
The favourite day of the year for South Burnett bookworms is coming up in just a few months time!
Full Fields For Wondai Races
The South Burnett Race Club will be holding its traditional Winter Race Meeting at the Wondai Racecourse this Saturday (July 9).
They Won’t Be Forgotten
The names of many of the South Burnett’s heroes of World War I are engraved on monuments around the district … now they are also recorded forever in a book published by the South Burnett Regional Council as an Anzac Centenary project.
Varroa Mite Found In Queensland
The varroa mite – which has been linked to collapse of bee colonies around the world – has been detected in Queensland for the first time.
All Bras Gone – Need More Now!
Late last month a group of Wedaudau people from the northern coast of Milne Bay in Papua New Guinea had an unexpected encounter with the South Burnett.
Centre Salutes Passion For Education
Cherbourg’s new Winifred Fisher Indigenous Knowledge Centre was officially opened on Monday
Downer Extends Meandu Mine Contract
Downer EDI Limited has signed a two-year extension to provide mining services at Meandu Mine
North Burnett Rates Rise 4.95pc
North Burnett ratepayers will face a 4.95 per cent rate rise this year after the North Burnett Regional Council handed down its 2016-17 Budget in Biggenden on Wednesday.
Mayor Wants Action On Inland Rail
Toowoomba Mayor Paul Antonio is calling for an end to speculation about changes to Australian Rail Track Corporation’s (ARTC) proposed alignment for the Melbourne to Brisbane Inland Rail line.
Art Competition Offers $15,000 In Prizes
South Burnett artists have been invited enter the Queensland Regional Art Awards for a chance to win a share of $15,000 in prize monies.
A Little Rain Can’t Stop NAIDOC!
The rainy weather didn’t stop Cherbourg’s annual NAIDOC Day celebrations on Tuesday, or keep away the many visitors who return every year to catch up with friends and family.
New Exhibition Draws A Crowd
A large crowd packed into the Wondai Regional Art Gallery for June McCotter’s 21st annual exhibition
Council To Investigate Irrigation
The South Burnett Regional Council will undertake a research project to assess the potential economic benefits of introducing more irrigation into the region.
KCCG Plans Second Forum
The KCCG is seeking donations so it can hold another anti-coal mine forum in Kingaroy
Marcus Picked For Maroons
Former Kingaroy State High School student – and Kingaroy Red Ant – Marcus Jensen has been selected in the Queensland Under 20s Maroons squad.
Flynn Now ‘In Doubt’
UPDATE: Member for Flynn Ken O’Dowd has gained on his ALP rival Zac Beers as counting has proceeded in the seat.
Meet’n’Greet At Cinema
Kingaroy Satellite Cinema will be hosting the next Kingaroy Chamber of Commerce and Industry meet’n’greet.
