Prices Down, Numbers Up
Was this the best Kingaroy Show ever? The thousands of people who attended the two-day event probably think so … and the organisers are thrilled!
Veterans Rally At Kumbia
About 60 vintage and veteran motorcycles from around south-east Queensland will converge on Kumbia at the weekend for the annual Bunya Rally.
School Photography Is A Class Act
South Burnett photographer Kathy Steinhardt has been a familiar sight around some of the region’s smaller schools for many years, snapping the iconic school photos that every parent loves.
Fascinating Time For Kindy Kids
The Wondai kindy will be hosting a “Fascinating High Tea” on Sunday at the Wondai RSL, and while the kindy mums have been busy preparing the food, the youngsters have been polishing their tea party skills.
Performing Arts and Cultural
Centre Starts To Take Shape
Stage 1 of Kingaroy’s new Performing Arts and Cultural Centre is quickly taking shape on site at the Kingaroy State High School.
A New Mayor … But
Nanango Still Unclear
The South Burnett work up this morning with a new Mayor and five re-elected councillors … with only the result in Division 1 (Nanango) still undecided.
Nanango Vote Too Close To Call
The final make-up of the South Burnett Regional Council is up in the air with a close race in Division 1 making it almost impossible to split three candidates.
Community Grants Kick In To Help Red Ants
Rugby League fans who attend this Saturday’s triple header of A Grade games in Kingaroy are in for a surprise when they take a look at TJ O’Neill Oval – particularly if they haven’t visited it for a while.
Colourful Night Of Culture
The Rotary of Club of Kingaroy joined together with the Filipino-Australian Friendship Caring Group on Saturday to bring a night of traditional food and entertainment to Kingaroy.
South Burnett Turns Out
In Force For Anzac Day
Thousands of South Burnett residents gathered in towns and villages throughout the region today to mark Anzac Day.
A Connection With The Past …
Sir William Glasgow – soldier, politician and diplomat – inspects returned men gathered at Kingaroy’s War Memorial in 1932.
Top Award For Local Sportswoman
Impressive 16-year-old Kingaroy fast bowler Holly Ferling has made history by becoming the first female to win the Ken Mackay Trophy for the Queensland Junior Cricketer of the Year.
‘Sasha’ Steals The Show
There was some traditional – and not so traditional – dancing at Cherbourg on Friday afternoon to mark the official launch of the Moo’Roo Moo’Roo Youth Group
Ex-Patient Gives Back To CareFlight
Just three years ago, it wasn’t certain that Jeff Still would survive. He was airlifted to hospital after a motorcycle crash at Cooyar where he suffered life-threatening injuries including a crushed windpipe, a punctured bladder and broken bones.
Miners Think Pink For Cancer
More than 190 workers at the Meandu Mine swapped their yellow safety shirts for a stylish pink yesterday … all in aid of breast cancer awareness.
Barwick St Bands Together To Help
A beautiful thing happened in a small Kingaroy street last weekend … the neighbours came together to help raise funds to assist a tiny baby living in Brisbane.
Mayor’s Last Council Meeting
Retiring South Burnett Mayor David Carter is proud of what the Council has achieved over the past four years.
More Power To The SES
Local State Emergency Service volunteers are now better equipped to handle rooftop emergencies, thanks to a donation from Kingaroy business AusTech Solar.
Kingaroy & Wondai Sound Warning
Rugby League returned to the South Burnett with a bang on Saturday with strong performances from Kingaroy and Wondai in the A Grade.
Deb Sworn In At Government House
Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington Deb Frecklington was sworn in at Government House on Thursday morning.
