Service Honours Fallen Police
The South Burnett marked National Police Remembrance Day on Friday with a small service at St Mary’s Catholic Church in Kingaroy.
Nuclear Costs ‘In Due Course’
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton’s long-awaited “nuclear” speech to an economic think tank has admitted the Coalition’s energy plan – which would see seven nuclear plants built if it wins power at next year’s Federal Election – would have a “significant upfront cost”.
Double Day For RSPCA
The Kingaroy RSPCA is reminding people that donations made on October 3 will double their impact due to sponsorship.
CRAICCHS Welcomes New CEO
A morning tea was held in Cherbourg on Wednesday to welcome the new CEO of the Cherbourg Regional Aboriginal & Islander Community Controlled Health Services (better known as CRAICCHS).
Driver Critically Injured
A man, believed to be in his 20s, suffered critical injuries when a vehicle ran off the Bunya Highway and hit a tree south of Kumbia on Thursday morning.
Wide Bay Goes Into Bat For Girls
The South Burnett has produced some fine female cricketers in recent years … Courtney Sippel, Holly Ferling, Abby Burrows and Charlotte Love just to name a few.
Council Forms Hivesville Group
South Burnett councillors have voted to establish an Advisory and Working Group to tackle issues raised by some residents in Hivesville township and surrounds.
MPs Launch Election Campaign
The LNP faithful turned out in force on Monday night at the Kingaroy Bowls Club for the official launch of local MP Deb Frecklington’s 2024 election campaign.
New Hospital Hits Milestone
Concrete pours have begun for the foundations of the new $1.3 billion Toowoomba Hospital.
Burke To Give Farmers A Voice
Former AgForce CEO Charles Burke has been appointed a Food Farmers’ Commissioner by the State Government.
Highways In Top 10 Worst Roads
The Bruce Highway has again taken out the top spot as Queensland’s worst road in the RACQ’s 2024 Unroadworthy Roads Survey, however three routes that South Burnett residents regularly travel are also in the Top 10.
Small Halls To Host Big Nights
The Festival Of Small Halls – a unique program which brings touring musicians to smaller communities – is visiting the local region as part of its Spring tour of Queensland.
Annual Police Service In Kingaroy
National Police Remembrance Day will be marked in the South Burnett on Friday (September 27) with a non-denominational service at St Mary’s Catholic Church in Albert Street, Kingaroy.
Blackbutt Bursts With Avo Pride
Did you ava good time this year at the Blackbutt Avocado Festival?
National Titles This Weekend
The Junior Bees will be hosting the Australian Championships for 125cc Solos and Best Pairs this weekend in Kingaroy.
Crews Called To Three Large Fires
Smoke warnings were still in place on Tuesday afternoon for three fires which were burning on Monday around the South Burnett region.
Woman Airlifted After Crash
A woman aged in her 40s has been airlifted to hospital after a serious single-vehicle crash at South Nanango on Tuesday.
Mahar Resigns From NFF
National Farmers Federation CEO Tony Mahar has resigned after more than a decade of service to the organisation.
Maidenwell Offers A Perfect Mix
The inaugural Maidenwell Music Mix was true to its name at the weekend, offering a “mix” of country, pop and soft rock music to keep the crowd entertained.
Fire Ban In 10 Council Areas
The Queensland Fire Department has imposed a local fire ban in 10 Queensland council areas.
