Relay Celebrates 20 Years Of Hope
The 20th South Burnett Relay For Life attracted a string of teams to Kingaroy’s T.J. O’Neill Oval on Saturday, all eager to raise funds for Cancer Council Queensland.
Katrina Gallops Home With Top Prize
Wondai artist Katrina O’Shannessy has taken out the prestigious $3000 South Burnett Regional Council Acquisitive Art competition.
No Timeframe For Tarong Stations
The “Queensland Energy Roadmap” released by the State Government on Friday backs the future of coal-fired power in Queensland but has not made any clearer when the closure of the Tarong and Tarong North power stations is likely to occur.
Council To Build Dual-Use Play Area
South Burnett Regional Council has revealed the location of the new Wooroolin skate park, an election promise by Member for Nanango Deb Frecklington ahead of the last State poll.
Old McDonald Had A Farm …
Two of the South Burnett’s best-known artists have taken over the Kingaroy Regional Art Gallery this month with a stunning collection of their works.
Murgon Explores Its Heritage
South Burnett residents and visitors had the opportunity to step back in time on Saturday at the Queensland Dairy and Heritage Museum in Murgon.
Garden Expo Springs Into Summer
Wondai’s popular Spring Garden Expo had more than a little “summer” flavour with temperatures climbing into the high 20s.
‘Domo Girls’ Share Their Truths
Many “Domo Girls” – the women who grew up (and survived) the Cherbourg dormitory system – feel they are the forgotten people.
Fake Notes Found In Kingaroy
Police are investigating following reports of fake $50 and $100 notes being circulated throughout Kingaroy over the past two weeks.
Are You Ready To Pink Up?
The South Burnett’s annual fundraising campaign to support the McGrath Foundation was officially launched on Wednesday morning with a generous $5000 donation.
Service Salutes Fallen Police Officers
Police from across the South Burnett joined community members at Murgon’s Uniting Church on Monday morning to mark National Police Remembrance Day.
Vintage Show Steams Ahead Again
The focus was on Caterpillar machinery at last weekend’s Kingaroy & District Vintage Machinery Club Rally.
Maidenwell Mixes Up The Music
The second annual Maidenwell Music Mix at the weekend attracted “a mix” of both local residents and visitors alike to the entertainment area at the rear of the Maidenwell Hotel.
Artworks Go On Safari To Wondai
An art exhibition with a difference was officially opened at the Wondai Regional Art Gallery on Tuesday.
Extraordinary Year For Rugby League
Players, team officials and proud family members celebrated the end of a very busy 2025 South Burnett Rugby League season with a barbecue and awards presentation ceremony recently at the Kingaroy Speedway track.
Three Charged Over Firearms
Police have charged 12 people, including members of an Outlaw Motorcycle Gang, with 40 drug, weapon and traffic offences following raids in the Nanango area at the weekend.
It’s St Mary’s Turn To Shine
It was the turn of Saint Mary’s Catholic College’s students on Friday night to enjoy the Year 12 formal limelight.
Did You Avo Go At Blackbutt?
Blackbutt’s annual celebration of everything avocado last Saturday attracted a big crowd of visitors eager to have fun with the town’s famous fruit.
Curtain Falls On Another Big PLAYfest
The recent Heritage NananGO PLAYfest attracted some of the best amateur performers from across south-east Queensland to the Nanango Cultural Centre.
Fashions In Style At Nanango
Nanango Race Club again faced strong competition from other local events on Saturday, especially the popular Avocado Festival just down the road at Blackbutt.
