Upgrade For Haly St Crossing
An intersection and pedestrian crossing which have been identified by local police as one of the most dangerous in Kingaroy looks set to have an upgrade to improve safety.
Red Tape Review Targets Aquaculture
Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington got up close and personal with some very raw prawns today while announcing a review of the State’s aquaculture industry.
Rare Wombats Seek A Home
The State Government is searching for a new home for northern hairy-nosed wombats, with locations for a third colony being investigated to help boost populations of the endangered animal — one of the world’s rarest species.
Ongoing Issues With Mobile Coverage
A Telstra spokesperson confirmed today the company was aware of ongoing issues with mobile phone coverage in Kingaroy.
Garbage Charges Cut
For Small Businesses
The region’s small businesses should see a “substantial” reduction in garbage collection charges when the South Burnett Regional Council brings down its 2014-2015 Budget in July.
Teenager Seriously Hurt
In Cattle Truck Collision
The Brisbane Valley Highway re-opened about 6:30am today after an overnight crash involving a cattle truck near Harlin blocked the road for more than 12 hours.
Union Calls For Referendum
The Electrical Trades Union is calling on the State Government to hold a referendum on the proposed sale of government assets, including Tarong Power Station and the Meandu coal mine.
MP Seeks Ideas On Cutting Red Tape
Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington is urging local residents to put forward suggestions about ways the State Government could slash red tape.
Fundraisers Have A Ball
Kingaroy’s first Police Charity Ball for seven years has been hailed a big success with 250 people filling the Kingaroy Town Hall on Saturday night for a three-course dinner and charity auction.
Show Society On An Upswing
The Kingaroy Show was on the brink of losing its Sideshow Alley in 2011 until things changed
Schools Guarantee Literacy Outcomes
Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington says the literacy and numeracy of school students in the South Burnett will be boosted following the implementation of the Great Results Guarantee initiative.
Qld Debt Forum In Kingaroy
The State Government plans to hold a “Strong Choices Community Forum” in Kingaroy on April 30
Register ‘Home Alone’ Pets
The RSPCA is urging pet owners to register with its Home Alone service to help prevent false reports of pets being abandoned.
Raise Taxes, Cut Services Or Sell Assets?
Member for Callide and Deputy Premier Jeff Seeney has released feedback form asking Queenslanders to choose from three options for the future of the State: raise taxes and charges; reduce services; or investigate the sale or lease of government assets.
Cherbourg Gets The Jump On Roos
The first of the “northern” rounds of the 2014 South Burnett senior rugby league competition was played on Saturday, with three games played in Mundubbera and one in Wondai.
Drunks Test Police Patience
Alcohol-related incidents have been keeping local police busy.
Sweet Victory Number Three
Kingaroy RSL proved its dominance of South Burnett cricket on Saturday with its third A Grade Grand Final win in a row.
A Big Day For Nanango
Nanango travelled to Kingaroy on Saturday to take on Wests for the first time this season
Saints Off To A Winning Start
The South Burnett Saints have taken home the points in their clash against the Highfields Lions this afternoon – their first match in the 2014 Darling Downs Australian Rules competition.
South Burnett Bowls News: 05-Apr-14
It’s been as bit drier this week after last week’s rain.
