Minister ‘Ignoring Major Issues’: MP
Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington has challenged recent comments from Agriculture Minister Leanne Donaldson which reported a bright outlook for Queensland farmers.
$168,000 To Help Volunteers
South Burnett not-for-profit groups will receive a total of $168,840 in the latest round of the Federal Government’s Volunteer Grants Program.
‘Sensational’ Artist Returning
An artist whose work caused a sensation at the Wondai Gallery in 2013 will be returning next month
Full Fields For Nanango Races
The Nanango Race Club will be wrapping up its 2015-16 season this weekend with their Autumn Race Meeting.
AHA Presses On With BJD Overhaul
Animal Health Australia is pushing ahead with its deregulation of Bovine Johne’s Disease controls, despite opposition from some Queensland cattl;e producers.
QATC CEO Appointed
Mark Tobin has been appointed the new chief executive officer of rural training body, Queensland Agricultural Training Colleges.
Man Critical After Fire
A man in his late 70s has suffered severe burns as a result of a fire in a house at Gayndah on Thursday morning.
Evonne Shares Her Tennis Dream
Evonne Goolagong Cawley MBE, AO is a firm believer that tennis can change lives, after all, it definitely changed hers …
Tiffany’s Tale Sells Safety Message
A woman who spent 40 minutes trapped in a potato processing machine and later had to undergo 30 hours of reconstructive surgery will be a special guest speaker at QRRRWN’s latest webinar on Friday (May 27).
Workshop Will Leave A Lasting Mark
Artist Glennys Briggs will soon be having a “Heart to Hart” with residents in Blackbutt
Everything That Opens And Shuts
South Burnett Garage Doors hosted the April meet’n’greet organised by the Kingaroy Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
Dramatic Rescue Frees Elderly Driver
An elderly man has been flown to hospital after a dramatic rescue on the Brisbane Valley Highway on Wednesday afternoon
Amnesty Declared On Exotic Reptiles
The State Government has declared a short amnesty to allow pet owners to surrender illegal non-native reptiles.
Scientists Target Herbicide Resistance
DAF researchers are investigating herbicide resistance in weeds, and they’re looking for farmers to help
Unique ‘Shop Local’ Project Unveiled
An ambitious project to encourage South Burnett shoppers to “shop local” was launched at a series of business breakfasts across the region last week.
Mine Protesters Win Back Legal Rights
Green groups barred from lodging objections to most mining projects have had a win, with the State Government restoring rights removed by the previous LNP government.
Farming Outlook Bright: Minister
The value of Queensland’s agricultural production is continuing to rise ahead of previous expectations
Flashing Lights For St Mary’s
Flashing “school zone” signs will be erected outside Saint Mary’s Catholic College in Kingaroy as part of a $12 million commitment by the State Government to improve road safety around schools.
Anti-Crime Role Funded By Criminals
Cherbourg will get a new Crime Prevention Officer under funding announced on Tuesday by Federal Justice Minister Michael Keenan.
WBBROC Wants Funding Extended
Councils in the Wide Bay-Burnett will pressure the Coalition to commit to several important council funding programs ahead of the up-coming Federal election on July 2.
