Search Begins For Outback Joe
The serious competition to find Outback Joe began today …
Rail Trail Project Ticks Off Local Farmers
The $2 million State Government funding to develop a Kilkivan to Kingaroy rail trail has left some cattle producers in the South Burnett fuming.
Winemaker’s Dinner At Historic Station
Eighty people will have a rare chance to dine out at one of the South Burnett’s most historic properties during this year’s South Burnett and Cherbourg On Show long weekend.
Experience Organic Farming First Hand
Are you interested in organic farming? Would you like to learn more about fresh, pure foods? How about finding out how to cook the perfect steak? If so, you should book a place at Bronel Natural Foods’ “Day On The Farm” experience during this year’s South Burnett and Cherbourg On Show long weekend.
Fatal Crash On Highway
Police are investigating a fatal crash that occurred on the Wide Bay Highway near Bells Bridge early this afternoon.
Hospital Wants Feedback
New boxes have been provided at Kingaroy Hospital so visitors can give feedback on their experiences.
Kingaroy Lions Club News
Kingaroy Lions Club president Yvonne Dowling presented a cheque for $500 to Major Allan Kerr, from the Salvation Army, at the club’s last meeting.
Four Drug Charges
Scott James Donaldson appeared in Murgon Magistrates Court today on four serious drugs charges.
Andrew To Be Guest Speaker
Queensland Father of the Year – and former South Burnett resident – Andrew Butwell will be the guest speaker at this year’s Kingaroy State High School speech night.
Thieves Target Bowsers
Figures released today by the RACQ show the number of “drive-offs” from service stations has more than tripled over the past five years.
Moreton To Begin
Mine Concept Study
Moreton Resources says the costs of washing and handling coal from a future mine at Coolabunia are half what the company expected, meaning it can now move on to developing a high level mine concept study for the proposal.
Blackbutt Votes Yes To Supermarket
A well-attended public meeting held at the Blackbutt Community Hall on Monday night has given overwhelming support for a South Burnett Regional Council plan to try to get a supermarket built in the town.
UAVs Ready For Take-Off!
If confidence is the magic ingredient, there’s absolutely no doubt Outback Joe will be rescued in the next few days, and the $50,000 prize money in the elusive Outback Challenge will finally be distributed.
Union Fears ‘Slash And Burn’
Approach To Council Awards
The Services Union says Queensland’s 30,000 council workers are waiting nervously to find out if they will soon go home soon with less money in their pay packets.
Bail Refused On Hold-Up Charge
A 21-year-old Caboolture South man charged over the armed robbery of the Shell Service Station in Nanango on September 15 was refused bail when he appeared in Kingaroy Magistrates Court today.
Man Jailed Over Murgon Siege
Kingaroy Magistrates Court heard today how Murgon police were threatened by a man wielding a knife, who then threatened to “blow their heads off” while pointing an object at them hidden under a blanket.
Scott Lobbies For Angel Flight
Member for Maranoa Bruce Scott says the Federal Government is all about “removing red tape” rather than creating “onerous obstacles” for charity organisations such as Angel Flight.
Captains Paddock Closes
Captains Paddock Vineyard on the Booie Range near Kingaroy closed its doors for the last time on Sunday.
Car Rolls Near Bridge
A 45-year-old Blackbutt man was transported to Kingaroy Hospital with minor injuries after a single vehicle crash on the D’Aguilar Highway near Yarraman today.
Old Machinery Wins Over New Fans
There was everything from draught horses and steam engines, to chaff cutters and Mack trucks at the Kingaroy & District Vintage Machinery Club’s annual rally at the weekend.
