Career Options Open Up At TAFE
Students from local high schools – as well as some interested older residents – explored the many career options available in the South Burnett on Thursday.
Local Businesses Win Top Awards
Two South Burnett businesses took out major awards at the regional finals of the Queensland Training Awards held during a glittering gala dinner at Kingaroy Town Hall on Friday night.
Vandals Cause $270,000 Damage
Ratepayers face a repair bill of “at least” $270,000 after vandals targeted Kingaroy’s Memorial Park and Adermann Park in recent attacks.
Daphene And Jeff Won’t Be Forgotten
Blackbutt residents gathered to thank a much-loved couple on Friday whose impact on the local community will last for decades.
Trail Ride Tempts The Tastebuds
Seventy-five cyclists took part last Saturday in “Taste The Trail” … an annual event which aims to combine healthy exercise with good food and an adventure along the South Burnett Rail Trail.
Warming Up A Wintry Night
What better way to spend a cold, winter’s evening – with light rain spitting – than gathering in Kingaroy’s Glendon Street Forecourt?
Cherbourg Council Freezes Rents
Cherbourg Council will not be increasing rents during the next 12 months, but CEO Chatur Zala has warned councillors they may have to tackle this tough topic in future years.
Asia Pacific Comes To Wondai
A very special exhibition is happening for the next six weeks at the Wondai Regional Art Gallery … a touring display from the Gallery of Modern Art.
League Brings Smiles To Town
The Burnett Brahmans were celebrating after their efforts in the 47th Battalion rugby league carnival were rewarded at the weekend … but all the South Burnett should be happy with the results. .
47th Battalion: Ready For Battle
Excitement is building for this weekend’s massive 47th Battalion senior rugby league carnival in Kingaroy.
Rates Rise $140 A Year, Not $370
Kingaroy homeowners face a 3.89 per cent rise in their total rates bill – about $140 per annum – not the $370 we reported on Wednesday.
Rates To Rise $7 Per Week
An average resident in Kingaroy will most likely be paying about an extra $7 a week in rates and charges following the adoption of Council’s 2024-24 Budget.
Rural Firies Say Thank You
Wattle Camp Rural Fire Brigade hosted a Community Day at its fire shed on Sunday to thank the Heritage Nanango Community Fund for its support over the past 12 months.
Club Members Toast 100 Years
Club members and invited guests gathered in Kingaroy on Thursday night to celebrate a watershed moment for Toastmasters International … 100 years since the start of the movement.
Boxers Strike Gold In Ipswich
A team of young Kingaroy boxers is celebrating after a very successful tournament at Ipswich last Saturday.
Beating Pollution, One Cup At A Time
Have you heard of Plastic Free July? It’s a global movement to tackle plastic pollution by raising awareness about single-use plastics.
Saints Remember Their Mate Ben
It’s been more than two years since former South Burnett Saints player Ben Brooks died of cancer, but his former club is making sure his memory isn’t forgotten.
Aged Care Adds Up, Says Group
A report commissioned by Kilkivan & District Community Care Association (KDCCA) proves the social and financial value of investment in local place-based aged care support, the group says.
Marie’s Going To Be Missed
Marie Hooper’s desk was covered in flowers, cards and chocolates on Friday … which shows just how much she has meant to the many people who have walked through the doors at 6 Mary Street, Kingaroy.
Running Fans Dash To Wondai
The seventh annual Wondai Country Running Festival attracted a hardy bunch of keen athletes at the weekend eager to test themselves along the South Burnett Rail Trail.
