No Time For Daytripping
Thinking of taking a leisurely day trip exploring the countryside over Easter? Don’t. The reality is you could be fined …
Artists Bloom Despite The Bans
Wondai Art Gallery should have unveiled the winners of its annual Wondai Garden Expo art competition on Friday night … but like the Expo itself, the exhibition isn’t going ahead due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Pilot Airlifted After Crash
A pilot has escaped serious injuries after his cropduster crashed on the north side of Kingaroy on Sunday morning.
Key Council Roles Still Undecided
A week after the South Burnett went to the polls, some key positions in local councils are still undecided
Let’s Spread A Ray Of Sunshine
Feeling gloomy because of all the viral news? A couple of soon-to-be elected councillors want to do something about it!
Otto Leads In Mayoral Poll
South Burnett Mayoral candidate Brett Otto has opened up a 470-vote lead over incumbent Keith Campbell in official polling figures after last Saturday’s Council elections.
Jets Join LifeFlight Fleet
Three RACQ LifeFlight Rescue Air Ambulance jets are now on standby to airlift suspected or confirmed COVID-19 and other patients from Queensland regional centres.
Work Begins On $7.5m Expansion
Preliminary work has begun on a $7.5 million expansion by local food producer Proteco Oils on a greenfield site at the Taabinga Industrial Estate in Kingaroy.
Mood For Change Sweeps Councils
Results are starting to trickle in from Saturday’s local government elections in Queensland after “technical issues” prevented the Electoral Commission of Queensland from updating its website until late last night.
Who Will You Be Choosing?
Who will be leading the South Burnett on Monday? It’s all up to you!
Book Fest Beats The Bans
The women of the Nanango RSL Citizen’s Auxiliary have perfect timing … in this rapidly changing world, their Book Fest sale last weekend would probably now be illegal.
Council Shuts Down Services
South Burnett Regional Council has closed all Visitor Information Centres and libraries as well as council-owned halls, art galleries, museums and Boondooma Homestead.
We’re Living In Unprecedented Times
COVID-19 has created “unprecedented times” for our generation, South Burnett Mayor Keith Campbell warned in his latest video update to residents.
Disaster Groups Target COVID-19
There are currently no positive cases of COVID-19 in Cherbourg or the South Burnett, a joint Local Disaster Management Group meeting held in Cherbourg on Monday was told.
Reunions Draw Crowds To Ringsfield
Nanango enjoyed what could well be the town’s last carefree day for awhile last Saturday when two reunions were celebrated in the grounds of Ringsfield House.
‘Eyes Of Wondai’ Now Watching Crims
Crooks can run but they won’t be able to hide in Wondai with the formal unveiling of the town’s new $217,600 CCTV surveillance system.
Phyllis Shows Pumpkin Pride
Tourists who drive through Goomeri now have a new option for a selfie .. with a difference!
Beautiful Day But Where Were You?
A beautiful day but a disappointing crowd … these words by Murgon Show Society president Alan Trim best sum up Saturday’s 97th Murgon Show.
More Graduates Join Red Earth Alumni
Another 22 people graduated recently from Red Earth’s Community Leadership Program, marking their achievement with a celebration at the Bunya Mountains.
South Burnett Mayor Calls For Calm
South Burnett Regional Council held a special media conference on Saturday afternoon to update local residents via live video about the novel coronavirus COVID-19 in Kingaroy
