Hanson Unveils Two Candidates
One Nation founder Senator Pauline Hanson endorsed two future local candidates during her tour of the South Burnett at the weekend.
RES Reaches Out To Local Businesses
Tarong West Wind Farm developers RES hosted the Kingaroy Chamber of Commerce & Industry’s recent meet’n’greet, ensuring a big crowd turned up to hear more about the project.
Operation Auster Targets Road Safety
You weren’t imagining it if you thought there were a lot more police out and about in the South Burnett this week …
Extra Attractions At Autumn Races
Nanango’s annual Autumn Race Meeting last Saturday was extra special for both punters and fashionistas with special competitions happening both on and off the track.
‘Wind Wars’ Comes To Kumbia
Two years ago, ABC-TV’s Four Corners highlighted the “Wind Wars” dividing regional communities, featuring conservationist and wildlife photographer Steven Nowakowski.
Blackbutt’s A Cut Above The Rest
Blackbutt cemented its reputation as a “timber town” at its annual show last weekend, with big crowds turning out to watch the woodchopping and chainsaw competitions.
Big Change At Lyle Vidler Oval
Years of fundraising and grant writing have paid off with the official opening on Saturday of new all-inclusive changerooms at Lyle Vidler Oval in Kingaroy.
Council Votes Down Kingaroy BESS
South Burnett councillors have unanimously rejected an initial recommendation from Council staff to approve a Development Application for a Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) at the Kingaroy Solar Farm.
Rotary Drives Home Road Safety
Kingaroy State High School is this week hosting the annual RYDA – Rotary Youth Driver Awareness – program for South Burnett Year 11 students.
Bunyas Lunch Marks 10th Birthday
Members of the Bunya Mountains Community Association Inc gathered for lunch on Sunday to mark 10 years since the group was formed.
‘Big Marn’ Helps A Big Launch
The South Burnett’s annual Relay For Life fundraising campaign officially kicked off on Friday morning with some big news … the 2026 Relay will return to the overnight formula which was so popular in the old days!
Artists Old And New In Gallery
Three new exhibitions have taken over the walls of the Kingaroy Regional Art Gallery for May.
Big Day Of Racing At Burrandowan
One of the biggest crowds seen in years enjoyed a huge day and night on Saturday at the Burrandowan Picnic Races.
Bio-Fertiliser Project Put To Council
A Development Application has been lodged with the South Burnett Regional Council for the construction of a high-tech bio-fertiliser processing facility north of Nanango.
Recycling Point Opens In Proston
Proston is the latest South Burnett town to get a dedicated Containers For Change authorised container refund point.
New Home For Old Wondai Sign
An old metal sign that looked destined to be scrapped has been restored, thanks to the Wondai Men’s Shed and the intervention of South Burnett Mayor Kathy Duff.
Art That Moves And Challenges
The results of a unique challenge to create an artwork every week – and document the process – are at the Wondai Regional Art Gallery this month.
Another Big Year At Kingaroy Show!
A few light showers on Saturday morning didn’t deter the crowds from attending Kingaroy’s big two-day show at the weekend.
Excellent Visit By Her Excellency
Queensland Governor Dr Jeannette Young AC PSM met hundreds of South Burnett residents during her Vice-Regal visit last week … everyone from Kingaroy schoolchildren to the volunteer team at Nanango’s Ringsfield House.
Nanango Remembers Its Fallen
Nanango RSL Sub-Branch members had a very busy Anzac Day, with visits to war graves, services and a town march as well as fellowship with fellow veterans who travelled back to town for the commemorations.
