Fun Day At Dairy Museum
The Queensland Dairy Industry Museum will be holding a rare Open Day on Saturday, October 4
Sweet Symphony For Musicians
The South Burnett Community Orchestra will be hosting a weekend of workshops for orchestral instrument players this weekend that will be capped off by a free community concert on Sunday afternoon.
$342,000 For Local Groups
South Burnett community groups will share in almost $342,000 in grants through the latest round of the State Government’s Gambling and Jupiters Casino Community Benefit Funds.
Try Something New At Bridgeman Downs
Long-established South Burnett wine producers Bridgeman Downs Cellars underwent a quiet but significant change six months ago.
Workshops To Prevent Falls
TAFE Queensland South West will be holding one-day workshops in Kingaroy and Cherbourg later this month targeting falls – one of the major risks for older people.
Attempt To Break Hashtag Record
Blackbutt Visitor Information Centre will be taking part in a attempt on Saturday to break a world record attempt for the most people using a single hashtag on Instagram in one day.
Kick Back With A Long Lunch At Cranes
Some people say the long, lazy lunch died in the 1990s. And that may be true – but only in the cities.
Award-Winning Pastellist On Show
Award-winning South Burnett artist Karol Oakley will be opening a new exhibition at Kingaroy’s Nimue Gallery on Saturday morning, October 3.
Have A Caper Over The Weekend
If you’re interested in unusual foods or would just like to experience a real farm with cows, alpacas, guineas and crops, why not take a Picnic In The Paddock this weekend?
Stars Come Out For Cancer
There was a riot of fun in Kingaroy’s Memorial Park on Thursday … especially for fans of Mickey and Minnie Mouse.
Sharing History, Changing People
Sandra Morgan watched from afar as people wept, laughed and teased each other when they looked at photos on display at the annual Golden Oldies reunion dances held in Cherbourg.
Top 10 Effort By Margie
Nanango businesswoman Margie Lee-Madigan has been named as one of Avon’s top 10 sellers in Australia – an incredible effort considering there’s about 50,000 Avon representatives in the nation.
Local Businesses Back
Long Weekend Promotion
The South Burnett and Cherbourg On Show long weekend promotion is being helped thanks to the generosity of local businesses.
Wide Bay Tops Tree Accident List
If you’re thinking of doing a bit of tree-clearing at home this long weekend, Ergon Energy is urging you to think again … and call in a professional.
Time Running Out For Toowoomba Awards
Toowoomba councillor Anne Glasheen is urging Yarraman and Cooyar residents to nominate outstanding residents for the 2015 Australia Day Awards.
Optus Upgrades Towers For 4G
Optus says it will soon be offering 4G services to its customers in Kingaroy but they may face some temporary disruptions as the towers are upgraded.
$211m Aid Channelled Through QRAA
More than $211 million was channelled to drought-stricken farmers and victims of natural disasters by the State Government during the past financial year.
Local Activities To Raise
Mental Health Awareness
Mental Health Week (October 5-12) is being marked in the South Burnett with a number of activities aimed at raising awareness about mental health issues and services in the local community.
New Executive Appointed
Regional Development Australia Wide Bay Burnett has appointed a new Executive Officer following the resignation of Paul Massingham in August.
Controlled Burn At Taromeo
Three rural fire crews are conducting a hazard reduction burn near Old Esk Road at Taromeo today.
